The Federal Trade Commission is sending more than $17 million in refunds to consumers harmed by online cash advance provider Brigit, which the agency says deceived consumers with false promises of “instant” cash advances and locked consumers into a monthly membership they couldn’t cancel. The FTC first took action against Brigit in 2023, alleging that…
Victorville- Many community based organizations throughout San Bernardino county have joined forces with the state to combat hate crimes throughout California and The High Desert is home to an amazing organization that is doing their part to stop the hate in California. The Family Assistance Program was founded in 1985 and began as The High…
By Hazel Trice Edney Joy. The Oxford Dictionary describes it as “a feeling of great pleasure and happiness.” Merriam-Webster says it is “the emotion evoked by well-being, success, or good fortune.” Thesaurus.com gives a string of synonyms for joy, including elation, humor, bliss, and cheer. How ever one chooses to describe or define, “joy”, medical…
November 4, 2024 by Chauncey Simmons It can happen to the best of us. You’re out with friends, enjoying a meal, and suddenly you realize you’ve overeaten! But don’t worry – there are ways to prevent yourself from overeating in the future. People have come up with homegrown strategies for limiting their calorie intake, but…
The Federal Trade Commission is sending more than $17 million in refunds to consumers harmed by online cash advance provider Brigit, which the agency says deceived consumers with false promises of “instant” cash advances and locked consumers into a monthly membership they couldn’t cancel. The FTC first took action against Brigit in 2023, alleging that…
by Dr. P. Gould We hear it all the time from people who say apple cider vinegar is great for this and great for that. But did you know that taking this magical spoonful can also have some serious side effects? While apple cider vinegar has numerous potential health benefits, it’s also essential to be…
More than 100 Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) employees joined partner organizations serving military veterans in the County of Los Angeles to launch the countywide observance of Operation Green Light, an annual initiative to honor and support veterans who served to protect the rights and freedoms of U.S. citizens. During a building-lighting ceremony, county…
By Joseph Williams The Lakers legend and NBA icon made his final argument on who to vote for in the presidential election next week — and why Donald Trump isn’t it. All hail King James. Nov. 5 is the presidential election, His Highness — a.k.a. LeBron James, the legendary Los Angeles Lakers guard — dropped…
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—San Bernardino City Unified School District’s (SBCUSD) San Bernardino High School (SBHS) crowned the 2024–2025 Mr. and Miss Cardinal City and Court on Sept. 21. “As a proud alum of San Bernardino High School, I know firsthand the deep-rooted pride and tradition that our flagship school represents for our entire District and our…
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Covered California kicked off 2025 open enrollment and launched its “Let’s Health Talk” campaign across the state today to reach California’s remaining uninsured. Open Enrollment – which begins today and runs through Jan. 31, 2025 – is when Californians can sign up for, renew or shop for a new health insurance plan….
