NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Because, unlike my predecessor, I know who we are as Americans,” Biden declared as Democrats in Congress cheered while some Republicans could be heard hissing and ranting at the President. “We are the only nation in the world with a heart and soul that draw from old and new. Home to Native…
For The First Time in 57 Years the 6th Ward Will Not Have Black Representation S.E. Williams | Dr. Paulette Brown Hinds This week’s primary election has left San Bernardino’s Black community pondering its political future with the loss of all three of the current Black city councilmembers. Less than four years ago, the City…
Michael Lynch | Special to California Black Media Partners College matters. Obtaining a college degree continues to be the most powerful tool we have to combat poverty. College graduates earn more than $1 million more in their lifetime than individuals with a high school diploma. For low-income youth, it is the most promising path out…
By Mark Hedin If you’re struggling to care for elderly or disabled friends or family, CalGrows has hundreds of free — and paying — online or in-person classes to help. If you’re struggling to care for elderly or disabled friends or family, CalGrows has hundreds of free — and paying — online or in-person classes…
Cuts Spark Community Outcry On March 5, Perris Union High School District Board of Trustees voted 4-1 to eliminate 23 positions and dismiss employees from eight positions across the district including social workers, behavior specialists, substance abuse interventionists and the director of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Department. Trustee Elizabeth Vallejo was the only member…
“The Beautillion Knights program guides young men to ensure that our youth are college-bound and equipped to succeed in life and to realize their full potential as young men, career professionals, entrepreneurs and productive outstanding citizens,” said Social Lites spokesperson Marlene Davis. SAN BERNARDINO, CALIF. — The Social Lites, Inc. will award scholarships to deserving…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “We are in a world of deep attack by an ideological extreme that wants to erase so much of the civil-rights movement,” said Maya Wiley, President of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights and co-author of the study. Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights in the Justice Department,…
Edward Henderson | California Black Media The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) launched the Take on Alzheimer’s campaign in late February. The awareness campaign is aimed toward educating all Californians about brain health, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, and ways to improve communication between patients’ loved ones and health care providers. Over the…
By Sylvia Ghazarian As we celebrate Women’s History Month focused this year on “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion,” we pay tribute to the remarkable and courageous women who have tirelessly advocated for equity, diversity, and inclusion in all facets of society. Among these champions are those who have dedicated their efforts to…
By Brianna Hoge | UAB News Individuals in their 20s and 30s should be aware of the warning signs of colon cancer to know when to seek medical attention. When most people think about colon cancer, they associate the disease with older populations. However, the American Cancer Society reports that one in every five colon…
The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) is honored to have worked with HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge on a mission to expand affordable housing, increase homeownership for people of color, and reduce homelessness in America. NAREB congratulates Secretary Fudge on her retirement, recognizing that she will continue to embrace these goals as she writes…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Fed is taking every effort to promote income equality and workplace diversity and inclusion, but Regulation II would undercut its great work in this respect and cause potential harm to millions of minority families. Now that a congressional coalition has drawn the Fed’s attention to this concern, the central bank should…
By Lou K. Coleman What has already happened, what continues to unfold, and what is yet to come. One world government, one world religion, one world economy, [Daniel 2, Daniel 7, Revelation 17, 18, 13:11-18]. Confirming of a 7-year peace agreement with many [Daniel 9:27]. Intoxicating obsession with dividing Jerusalem [Zechariah 12:1-3]. Global cry for…
Seth Wispelwey [Jesus] said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them, for all of them have contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on.” – Luke 21:3–4 (NRSV) Listen! The wages of the laborers who…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — On the first day of the conference, Emory Edwards, EdChoice’s Vice President of Outreach, asked the influencers, who had backgrounds in journalism, media, and education, and most of whom were parents, “What can we do to truly support our black kids and cultivate community?” By Dawn Montgomery Black Press USA Contributor Austin,…
Reaching out with a hometown hero story about a commercial truck driver who went above and beyond to keep others out of harm’s way: Elijah Ramos of Victorville, CA. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company recognized Elijah as a grand prize winner of its Highway Hero Award for his heroic story: Last September, Elijah…
By Selen Ozturk As women head to the polls this fall, abuse in office, domestic workers’ rights, reproductive rights and gun control are forefront concerns. As women voters head to the polls this fall, domestic workers’ rights, reproductive rights, gun control and violence against officeholder and election official women are forefront concerns. Abuse in office…
Over $1 billion spent with minority, women, disabled veteran, and/or LGBT-owned businesses; nearly 87% of businesses based in California LOS ANGELES (March 6, 2024) – Today, SoCalGas announced the company exceeded the 2023 California Public Utilities Commission’s (CPUC) diverse spending goal* for a 31st consecutive year, purchasing over 44% of all goods and services from…