By Godfrey Lee Domestic Violence and its signs were discussed at a Paint & Sip event held at the Marin City Art Gallery on Sunday, October 30. The Paint & Sip instructor, Olubori Babaoye, a Nigerian-American artist from Oakland who works as a classical painter and digital illustrator, directed the group in painting a drawing…
By Rob Purdie An epidemic is taking shape in California and effective treatments to stop it are getting harder to find. In 2020, the CDC reported that antibiotic resistant infections and related deaths increased by 15%. A portion of this was due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but what too many people don’t know is that…
Rules improve borrower defense, ensure borrowers get their day in court, and limit student loan interest capitalization Today (10/31/22), the U.S. Department of Education (Department) released final regulations that streamline and improve the rules for major targeted debt relief programs. The regulations expand eligibility, remove barriers to relief, and encourage automatic discharges for borrowers who…
Solomon O. Smith | California Black media There are four Black candidates running for statewide office in California. Three are contenders to win as they fight it out with their opponents in the final days of the election. Dr. Shirley Nash Weber (D), the incumbent Secretary of State (SOS), is the front-runner in her race…
The members of Alpha Psi Chapter of Rialto, California, have joined the Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign. On October 20, 2022 Member Joyce Woodbury Harris gave a presentation on Breast Cancer Disease. The presentation was informative and well received by all in attendance. Pamphlets, Brochures, and Breast Cancer Paraphernalia were distributed to the attendees. Why has…
The California PBIS Coalition honored 35 San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) sites for successfully developing systems to create welcoming, safe, and inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive. A total of 11 SBCUSD schools earned a gold award for their implementation of the Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS) systems. An additional…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Otis Rolley possessed a desire to drive positive change in local communities, a craving that led him to Wells Fargo, where he would lead social impact at the banking giant. He said he approached the interview process with Wells’ CEO Charlie Scharf as a two-way conversation….
City Electric Supply opened the doors to its new branch in San Bernardino, California. San Bernardino, CA (October 31, 2022) — Located off the historic part of Route 66 sits San Bernardino. As one of the largest counties in the United States, covering over 20,000 square miles of land, a new local store comes to…
Candidate and district SPED teacher Mary Ellen Abilez Grande, Francisco Ramirez, Alex Avila and Trevon Martin are gaining support as a slate among people who want to choose other than incumbents despite Teachers Union endorsements. “The endorsements for the incumbents are flawed, states Abilez Grande! It was decided by two dozen votes from teachers representing…
New Mixed-Use Affordable Housing Community in Downtown Riverside Named ‘Multifamily Development of the Year’ by SoCal’s Largest Affordable Housing Advocacy Organization LOS ANGELES – Mission Heritage Plaza, a unique new mixed-use development in downtown Riverside that combines affordable housing with resources for social justice and defense of Civil Rights, is this year’s top honoree at…
Taped From The Orleans Arena In Las Vegas “Soul Train Awards” 2022 Premieres Sunday, November 27 At 8PM ET/PT On BET And BETHER NEW YORK, NY – October 28, 2022 – Today, BET announced “Kandi” Burruss-Tucker, Tameka “Tiny” Harris, Tamika Scott and LaTocha Scott of legendary, multiplatinum-selling R&B supergroup Xscape will collectively receive the ‘Lady…
By Lou Coleman-Yeboah Choose a Door. Door number 1 or Door number 2? Door #1. Follow the Lord and He will be your provider, your shield, your reward, and your victory. He will give you everything you need to serve Him. He will not only allow you to serve Him, but because of your faith…
Jessica Quinn Whether you are an experienced voter who has already checked your voter registration and polling location or have recently turned 18 and don’t know where to start. Whether you already voted early in this election or are thinking, I’ll just sit this one out, because you don’t feel excited about the candidates. Whether…
By, Carol McGruder Next week, you have a chance to save lives by voting YES on Proposition 31. By voting YES, you are voting YES for life, YES for health and you are voting to protect our youth from Big Tobacco! But most importantly you will be voting YES to help end the cycle of…
The San Bernardino County Library invites residents to join the Library Superhero Events. Be sure to bring your cameras as some favorite superheroes visit the library. Enjoy an amazing experience with a variety of fun-filled crafts, games, face painting, balloon artists, and more. These events are another opportunity to celebrate and support the Countywide…
Gail Fry Contributor What is happening to foster children while under the care of San Bernardino County Children & Family Services that led to lawsuits being filed? In their lawsuit filed in federal court, William and Michelle Mueller, foster and adoptive parents, along with adoptive grandfather Michael Dobie, name the County of San Bernardino…
Clorox is recalling millions of bottles of Pine-Sol products because they could contain a potentially harmful bacteria, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The bacteria has been found in products produced between January 2021 and September 2022. The Clorox Company, which owns Pine-Sol, manufactured an estimated 37 million recalled products during that time frame,…
Organization Will Hold Elected Officials Accountable WASHINGTON – The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) called on the White House and Congress to enact legislation aimed at increasing Black homeownership after provisions approved by the House were excluded from the Inflation Reduction Act, which Congress passed and was signed into law by President Biden….
The world of hip-hop is in shock over the death of one of the worlds talented stars. Born Kirshnik Khari Ball but widely known as “Takeoff” from the platinum selling Atlanta based rap group Migos was killed early Tuesday morning in Houston Texas. Authorities confirmed that around 2:30 a.m. central time on November 1st, Takeoff…
By Congressman Jim Clyburn One definition of recovery is, “a return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength.” Another is, “the action or process of regaining possession or control of something stolen or lost.” I can’t think of any more appropriate descriptions of the first 20 months of President Joe Biden’s Administration. History…
By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Black Women Organized for Political Action PAC (BWOPA-PAC), California Black Women’s Collective PAC and Black women leaders throughout the state are calling out Gov. Gavin Newsom for not endorsing Congressmember Karen Bass (D-CA-37) for Los Angeles Mayor. The individuals and organizations said in a letter that they…
Manny Otiko | California Black Media Wesley Brownlee, a Bay Area native, is being held on murder charges by Stockton police. He is a suspect in a string of murders in Stockton and Oakland. According to news reports, local police have long suspected a serial killer was operating in the area. The serial killer is…
Safety Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians Ahead of Halloween Celebrations ELK GROVE, Calif. — October is best known for its Halloween festivities, but it is also National Pedestrian Safety Month, which ties in perfectly with the need for pedestrians and drivers to be extra careful and watch for increased foot traffic on the streets. This…
Earthquakes, large or small, can occur at any time. In a damaging earthquake, will your house remain on its foundation? Are you prepared? The California Residential Mitigation Program has created a way for you, the homeowner, to help protect your property and your loved ones. Through the Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) program, you may…
By Ariama C. Long | New York Amsterdam News | Word In Black (WIB) – A recent report on the state of Black students in community colleges highlights a decline in enrollment since the pandemic and the everpresent inequitable policies that create barriers to higher education. The report was published by the Joint Center for…
