By Jeffrey L. Boney NNPA Newswire contributor Darkness and despair have us trapped and we have lost our way. Good, which was once the standard, has turned into bad. We are making bad decisions and they have resulted in bad outcomes. Our once proud America is being looked at with critical eyes. Those living in…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent The pandemic spurred a new and continuing phenomenon: “the Great Resignation.” Armed with a new sense of values and the realization that they do not have to actually go into an office environment to perform assigned tasks, American workers have continued switch jobs — or leave…
Edward Henderson | California Black Media On June 6, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti signed a proclamation making Juneteenth an official holiday for city employees. Although President Joe Biden signed a bill declaring Juneteenth a federal holiday last year, cities and states still have the power to decide which holidays they will officially observe. Mayor…
San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is proud to recognize the 22 salutatorians graduating in the Class of 2022. Earning the rank of salutatorian is a sign that a student has the drive and dedication to succeed in college and beyond. Erika Alfaro is graduating as salutatorian from Cajon High School with a 3.9…
Aldon Thomas Stiles | California Black Media The COVID pandemic intensified California’s housing affordability problem and forced the state to take urgent steps to secure emergency shelter for its unhoused population. Even in the wake of the global health crisis, the state is still reeling, facing increasing housing instability and a homelessness crisis that is…
Local employers will participate in several hiring events at all three of the County’s America’s Job Centers of California (AJCCs) in the coming weeks: Thursday, June 16: West Valley AJCC, 9650 9th St., Suite B, Rancho Cucamonga. Register here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-bernardino-county-hiring-event-east-valley-tickets-344435003367 Thursday, June 23: High Desert AJCC, 17310 Bear Valley Road, Suite 109, Victorville. Register here. Thursday,…
Joe W. Bowers Jr.| California Black Media Polls closed for in-person voting at 8 p.m. on June 7, the final day of the Statewide Direct Primary Election. Vote-by-Mail ballots must be postmarked by the US Postal Service on or before June 7 and received no later than seven days after Election Day to be counted….
By Terry Shropshire | RollingOut.com The iconic cast for the 90’s smash hit Fox sitcom “Martin” are reconvening for the reunion special that stars Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Tichina Arnold and Carl Anthony Payne II. “Martin: The Reunion,” which premieres on BET+ on June 16, 2022, will press the pause button on the laughs at…
Black women have had a complicated history with the body mass index (BMI) chart. Now Queen Latifah is speaking out about the anger she felt being categorized as obese. “She’s showing me different body types, and she’s telling me, this is what your BMI is, this is what your weight is, and you fall into…
By Dwight Brown NNPA News Wire Film Critic When comic actor Adam Sandler took on the challenging role of a diamond dealer in the gritty riveting film Uncut Gems, he crossed a chasm. It was as if he’d put his past behind him and was determined to become a multifaceted actor. Hustle proves that point. …
Accomplished corporate diversity expert will lead SVB’s efforts to increase diversity, equity and inclusion in the innovation sector SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — SVB, the financial partner of the innovation economy and parent of Silicon Valley Bank, today announced Tosh Ernest has been named Head of Access to Innovation, SVB’s signature initiative…
By Lou Yeboah That moment when you realize that you should have listen. Uh, Oh- That moment when you realize that you should have heeded God’s warnings. Uh, Oh – That moment when you realize that you are in Hell. Uh, Oh, [Luke 16:28]. Feasting on sin, giving yourself over to the present gratification, careless…
Chris Davies TIPS FOR CLERGY AND FAITH LEADERS IN A POTENTIAL POST-ROE AMERICA We saw a glimpse into a future without abortion access with the Politico SCOTUS leak, which inspired questions and commentary about how we can step up collectively as faith leaders yet again to support people who need abortions and reproductive justice. However,…
Edward Henderson | California Black Media Efforts continue in California to raise awareness and encourage youth to become fully vaccinated against Covid-19. As of June 9, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) reported 1.4 million cases of COVID-19 among youth aged 5-17, which accounted for 15.5% of all cases in the state. There have…
(June 13, 2022 – New York/Los Angeles) – BET HER, in partnership with producer Tressa Azarel Smallwood of MegaMind Media, Executive Producer for the series, announces that two of the original dramas shot as the anchor of their Women’s Health Initiative for 2022 will premiere during Minority Mental Health Month (July 2022) on Saturday, July…
The Federal Trade Commission is sending 26,698 checks totaling more than $970,000 to consumers who were harmed by a deceptive payday lending scheme that operated under the names Harvest Moon Financial, Gentle Breeze Online, and Green Stream Lending. Consumers who receive checks should cash them within 90 days, as indicated on the check. Recipients who…
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY – On June 10, 2022, our Office received reports from Chino Hills Sheriff’s Station which led to ten felony charges filed against Peter Anthony McGuire (59) of Chino Hills. McGuire is accused of kidnapping, torturing, raping and disfiguring a woman he imprisoned in his Chino Hills home for six months. The victim…