(NNPA NEWSWIRE) – Amidst a news cycle that now routinely features wildfires, a former president’s indictments, and extreme weather events, the world is grappling with the resurgence of COVID-19 as a new and concerning variant, BA.2.86, emerges. This variant, informally dubbed “Pirola,” has ignited alarm among public health experts due to its substantial spike protein…
Future awardees will revitalize public and/or HUD-assisted housing, surrounding neighborhoods. WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the availability of $256 million in Choice Neighborhoods Implementation (CNI) Grants funding to communities across the country. The CNI Grants will ultimately transform public and other HUD-assisted housing, while investing in the…
by Associated Press By Howard Fendrich AP Tennis Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Coco Gauff became the first American teenager since Serena Williams more than two decades ago to reach the U.S. Open quarterfinals in consecutive years, getting that far this time by beating Caroline Wozniacki 6-3, 3-6, 6-1 on Sept. 3. Gauff asked one…
HIGHLAND, Calif., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — For the third year in a row, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians (the ‘Tribe’ and ‘San Manuel’) is proud to announce that its Tribal Government Operations and Yaamava’ Resort & Casino at San Manuel received Great Place To Work Certification. This year, 81 percent of team members…
Assembly Bill 28 Would Generate Over $100 Million Annually to Fund School Safety and Violence Prevention Programs SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, the California State Senate Appropriations Committee voted to advance Assembly Bill (AB) 28, a landmark measure that would impose an 11 percent excise tax on the sale of guns and ammunition by gun manufacturers…
Asante-Ra The NAACP is stepping up alongside the U.S. Department of Education to provide a helping hand to Black borrowers dealing with the weight of student loan debt, thanks to President Biden’s SAVE Plan. Earlier this summer, the Education Department updated its income-driven repayment plan application on the Federal Student Aid website, introducing the Saving…
REDLANDS, CALIF.— Pete Van Helden, Stater Bros. Markets[NN1] [CMD2] Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board, will deliver the keynote address at the kickoff event for The Salvation Army’s Annual Red Kettle campaign. The “miracle” of Christmas is repeated through the joy of caring, sharing and donations to The Salvation Army’s Red Kettles. The…
Calling All Creative Kids and Teens! Pick Up an Entry Form and Let Your Imagination Shine. LA COUNTY, CA – LA County Library’s 44th Annual Bookmark Contest for grades K – 12, which celebrates the joy of reading and creativity, kicks off today, September 5. Submissions will be accepted through October 21, 2023. Kids and…
By Lesley Fair Senior Attorney, Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC We’ve all heard the adage “Proper preparation prevents poor performance.” It’s been attributed to everyone from Vince Lombardi to Secretary of State James Baker. As we’ve discussed in the first four installments of our Franchise Fundamentals series, proper preparation – including a thorough…
The High Desert Pearls, an official interest group of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, will host its inaugural fundraising event, September 30, at the Dolphin Estates, 20365 Rancherias Road, Apple Valley, CA. “A Night Under The Stars, A Black Tie Sneaker Gala,” begins at 6 p.m., with food, networking and fun. In addition to raising…
