Joe W. Bowers Jr. | California Black Media In recent weeks, California’s mostly tranquil college quads have erupted into epicenters of pro-Palestine and anti-Israel activism. At Stanford’s White Plaza, dozens of tents have sprung up, while UCLA’s Royce Hall was tagged with the graffiti message “Free Gaza”. Students are demanding divestment from companies linked to…
NAN State Leadership 340B Committee: Georgia – Rev. Ron Sailor, President, Minnesota – Ms. Tay Elhindi, President, Massachusetts – Dr. B. T. Smith, President, Michigan – Dr. Charles Williams, President, Connecticut – Rev. Boise Kimber, President,Illinois – Ms. Monet S. Wilson, President. National Action Network (NAN) News Recently at the National Action Network (NAN) Leadership…
Legacy agency hires and promotes an all-star group of leaders to shepherd the new direction of Burrell, and to power its future PR Newswire CHICAGO, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Burrell Communications Group, one of the world’s most highly regarded Black-owned advertising agencies, has announced the appointment and promotion of several senior-level executives to complete…
Californians Edward Henderson | California Black Media Medi-Cal, California’s version of Medicaid, is currently transforming to expand coverage for unhoused and at-risk individuals across the state. The rollout for these changes began on Jan. 1, 2022. New programs include rental and deposit aid, recuperative housing, rehabilitation and sobering centers during the day and the provision…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — If you always do things for your child, and always tell them what to do, they will not be able to make their own decisions and learn how to be independent. One good rule of thumb for parents of toddlers: whenever possible, avoid doing things for your child that they can do…
The Riverside County Registrar of Voters Office have sent approximately 21,600 vote-by-mail ballots for the June 4, 2024, Temecula Valley Unified School District, Trustee Area 4, Special Recall Election, to the U.S. Postal Service today. Submission Deadline: To ensure inclusion in the final tally, completed vote-by-mail ballots must be received at the Registrar of Voters…
ST. LOUIS AMERICAN — There is data that shows that the Democratic candidate for president over the last five presidential elections since 2000 has averaged 90% of the Black vote with an average of only 8% for the GOP candidate. In addition, the overwhelming concern of most Black voters continues to be race and racism…
The U.S. Department of Education (Department) today announced additional steps to support students and their families with the Better FAFSA. The Department is launching a multi-million-dollar program as part of the FAFSA Student Support Strategy to help school districts, state, nonprofits and other public and private organizations with efforts to boost FAFSA completion. Since the…
LAS VEGAS (May 6, 2024) – Brightline West announces updates to field investigation work in Southern California and Nevada within the proposed rail corridor within Interstate 15 right-of-way. Field investigation work includes geotechnical borings and samplings, utility potholing and land surveying. Work will take place primarily during daytime hours, with some work at night to…
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, Calif. – The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has resolved a civil suit against XPO, Inc. and XPO Logistics, a global transportation and logistics company that provides supply chain solutions to businesses in various industries. XPO leased, owned or operated several facilities in San Bernardino County, and other counties in California…
Living with Crohn’s disease means navigating a journey of ups and downs, with symptoms that can vary in frequency and severity. Understanding your symptoms and treatment is crucial for managing the condition effectively. Here are the questions you should be asking yourself to help you along the way: 1. Assessing Your Symptoms What symptoms should…
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today joined local, state, and law enforcement leaders in honoring fallen California peace officers at the annual California Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony. Governor Newsom honors fallen California peace officers at memorial ceremony WHAT GOVERNOR NEWSOM SAID: “These officers served with resilience and resolve, prioritizing the needs of others above their…
Enhanced Aging Resource Guide from the California Department of Aging Connects Older Adults, Adults with Disabilities, and Family Caregivers with a Variety of Resources Available in the State SACRAMENTO – Governor Newsom proclaimed May as Older Californians Month and this year’s theme of connection highlights the importance that social engagement and meaningful relationships have on…
By Lou K. Coleman God’s warnings are meant for our good. [2 Timothy 3:16]. God never tells us to do something without a reason. If God gives us a warning in Scripture, [Matthew 24:15] it is there for our good. For God’s Word is our keeper, the watcher of our souls; and when a danger…
Rachael Ward “Everyone deserves care that honors the dignity and sovereignty of our bodies and our kin.” – Susan Raffo, Liberated to the Bone “For it was you who formed me…You knit me together…I am fearfully and wonderfully made…my frame was not hidden from you…intricately woven in the depths of the earth…” – Excerpts of…
By Aziah Siid Word In Black April 25 marked exactly 10 years since a tragic story of environmental and racial injustice began in Flint, Mich. An unelected bureaucrat decided that saving $5 million over two years was worth risking the health and futures of thousands of children in the majority-Black city. The city’s drinking water…
By Dwight Brown Film Critic for DwightBrownInk.com and NNPA News Wire Telling someone “You have nothing between your ears,” isn’t a compliment. Telling a filmmaker and screenwriter “You have nothing between the action scenes,” also isn’t a compliment. Read on… The trailers for The Fall Guy look exciting and certainly the premise has great potential….