By Rosa I. Evans| San Bernardino American News (SBAN) Hate crimes in the U.S. are often not reported. Fear of retaliation and mistrust in law enforcement keep many victims silent. Wendy Drew, a chef from Netflix’s You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment, was attacked in San Francisco on September 1, 2024, in a…
Edward Henderson | California Black Media The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) andCalFresh Healthy Living, the state’s nutrition assistanceprogram, recently launched a health campaign to illuminate therisks of drinking sugar-sweetened beverages and the healthbenefits of hydrating with water.The “Not So Sweet Side” initiative encourages families to makeinformed decisions about the drinks they choose and…
By BlackPressUSA New report reveals $16.5 billion in economic impact and calls for immediate action to secure the future of America’s Black higher education institutions WASHINGTON, DC (Sept. 13, 2024)—Today, UNCF (United Negro College Fund), the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization, proudly unveiled its 2024 HBCU Economic Impact Report. The report, Transforming…
By Hazel Trice Edney It can happen all too often. Someone is talking and – right in the middle of a sentence – lose their train of thought, forget someone’s name or even a word they want to use. Whether it is called a senior moment, memory lapse or just plain forgetfulness, it can be…
Upcoming League of Women Voters, of San Bernardino Citizens of Achievement and Civic Engagement Event to honor local community leaders and an organization. Citizens of Achievement Honorees include Stacey Barnier, Nikki Dettman, Geraldine “Gerri” Foxall-Kater, Nefertiti Long, and Tansu Phillip. Civic Engagement Honoree include The American Association of University Women (AAUW) of Redlands. Date:…
Edward Henderson | California Black Media Proposition (Prop) 6 would repeal language in the CaliforniaConstitution that prohibits “involuntary servitude except to punishcrime.”Instead, it will replace it with language that prohibits slavery andinvoluntary servitude absolutely.The amendment would also prohibit the California Department ofCorrections and Rehabilitation from disciplining any incarcerated personfor refusing a work assignment and authorize…
Edward Henderson | California Black Media Proposition 5 would amend the California constitution by lowering therequired voter approval threshold to 55% for local governments toborrow money to fund affordable housing construction, down paymentassistance programs, supportive housing and public infrastructureprojects. “Infrastructure,” according to the proposition’s language caninclude a broad range of development projects, including watermanagement, local…
Washington, DC – Sept 18, 2024: The Reparation Education Project (REP) is proud to announce the public unveiling of its powerful new video, “Reparations: From Concept to Reality,” produced to elevate the discourse on reparations in the United States. This six-minute resource, scripted and narrated by veteran reparationist Attorney Nkechi Taifa, Executive Director of the…
New report finds strong support among Fortune 500 companies for workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion despite ongoing attacks. Report outlines “best practices” guide to strengthen corporate diversity across sectors. By Black PR Wire (Black PR Wire) – Recently, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus released its new…
(Black PR Wire) September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month. In recognition of this observance, Jessie Trice Community Health System (JTCHS) joins the numerous health care providers and organizations across the country, bringing awareness to the disease and recognizing the resilience of patients living with sickle cell disease (SCD). SCD is the most common inherited…
While most adults only get mild symptoms when contracting the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), the same can’t be said of older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), adults over the age of 60 should be particularly concerned when they have RSV. In previous years, there have been hundreds of hospital…
Save the date Saturday September 28th is the first weekend of Fall and what better way to start Fall then with family and friends at the 8th annual Chill N Grillin barbecue comPITition in Fontana, at the North Fontana Park Jessie Turner Sports Pavilion 15556 Summit Avenue, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Enjoy barbecue chicken…
RIVERSIDE, CA (Sept. 17, 2024) – The public is invited to participate in two upcoming Out of Darkness Community Walks in Riverside and the Coachella Valley to spotlight suicide prevention and mental health awareness. The walks are sponsored by Riverside University Health System (RUHS) and the Riverside County Suicide Prevention Coalition, in partnership with…
By Lou K. Coleman That no human lives would be spared “UNLESS” those days were shortened. [Matthew 24:22]. I ask you; Should we take God seriously? Absolutely Yes! Because God is not a man that He should lie; neither the son of man that He should repent; hath He said, and shall He not do…
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Amidst a Divisive Election Season, Coalition Addresses Urgent Need to Take Action to Protect and Support Targeted Communities. LOS ANGELES – LA vs Hate, the county’s anti-hate program, hosted the launch of United Against Hate Week in Los Angeles, welcoming LA County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell and LA County District Attorney George Gascón, as well…
Joe W. Bowers Jr. | California Black Media OPINION (CBM) – From Los Angeles to Oakland, Black voters gathered at watch parties in living rooms, community centers, and restaurants across California to witness Vice President Kamala Harris face off against former President Donald Trump in a much-anticipated debate. For many, this was more than just…
Nationwide — Tito Jackson, a founding member of the iconic Jackson 5 and brother to music legend Michael Jackson, passed away at the age of 70 on Sunday, as revealed by a former manager. Tito, the third oldest of the Jackson siblings, played a pivotal role in the success of the Jackson 5, a group…
The Hamilton Essentials Foundation’s 2024 Youth Leader-ship Board is inviting the public to support families in Riverside County and Guyana by donating a pack of diapers and hygiene products from September 8 – October 13, 2024. Every contribu-tion, big or small, makes an impact, and donating is as simple as a click on Amazon. Be…
OAKLAND – To honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, the University of California is celebrating the achievements and contributions of Latinos past and present at UC as Latino enrollment reaches record highs for this academic year. As part of its appreciation for Latino contributions to the University, UC has updated its wordmark across digital platforms and…
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Teaching kids early algebra in K-2 is the best way to promote success in the seminal subject of high school algebra, posits a newly-funded study from researchers at TERC, a leading nonprofit in STEM education research and development. “We need to start treating math as many parents treat…
by Breanna Reeves With election day on the horizon, dozens of organizations and local governments are preparing to engage millions of registered and unregistered voters on Sept. 17, for National Voter Registration Day. Across more than 20,000 square miles, more than 1.4 million San Bernardino County residents are eligible to vote, but just over 1.1…
San Bernardino, CA – The National Resources Development Coun-cil for Inclusion and Equity (NRDC-IE) recently hosted a webinar to celebrate and highlight the achievements of Black and Brown women-owned businesses. In light of Vice President Kamala Harris’s historic decision to run for President, the event emphasized the critical im-portance of supporting minority-owned businesses in today’s…
VICTORVILLE, Calif. — The City of Victorville will host its 21st Annual Fall Festival, the High Desert’s largest street-fair experience, on Oct. 5 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.! The community is invited to join in this FREE family-oriented event that features live entertainment, hands-on activities, a KidsZone, food court, beer garden, vehicle displays, makers…
Marjorie Lauderdale, a resident of Palm Springs, is a caregiver. She is also 80 years old. Lauderdale cares for her wife, Deidre, 77, who suffered multiple strokes. Marjorie starts her day by changing Deidre’s incontinence pads, getting her dressed, putting her in a wheelchair and preparing her breakfast. Around midday, Marjorie lays Deidre back in…