Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber announced on Sept. 26 that morethan 1.2 million young people between the ages of 16 and 17-years-oldhave pre-registered to vote since the state launched the initiative inSeptember 2016. The state program automatically activates voterregistration for pre-registered youth when they…
Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media .On Sept. 23, Attorney General Rob Bonta accused the company ofdeceiving the public for decades, claiming that the plastic it producedwas being recycled to reduce its impact on the environment.ExxonMobil is the world’s largest producer of chemical compounds thatmake plastic.In the complaint filed in the…
by Mylika Scatliffe AFRO Womens Health Writer Relatives have been taking care of sick family members since the beginning of time, even if they aren’t recognized as caregivers. Founded in 1993, the Caregiver Action Network (CAN) is a non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., with a mission is to bring awareness, garner respect and offer…
By Lou K. Coleman You better get ready and bare this in mind. God showed Noah, the rainbow sign, He said it won’t be water but fire next time [2 Peter 3:6-7]. You know, way back in the Bible days, Noah told the people it’s gonna rain, but when he told them they paid him…
Michael Neuroth “The United States confronts a crisis of democracy, and the American church confronts a test of faith.” This is the first sentence of a recent statement signed by UCC General Minister and President, Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson, along with over 200 national faith leaders from across the ecumenical spectrum. The statement was…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Despite vast challenges and unproven allegations, the executors have transformed Jackson’s estate into a financial powerhouse. Following Jackson’s death in 2009, the estate was nearly half a billion dollars in debt. Through strategic deals and projects, they turned it into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise. This included a blockbuster $600 million sale of 50%…
Washington, D.C. (Sept. 26, 2024) — Today, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) officially signed the $3 billion grant agreement awarded to the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) for Brightline West. In December 2023, President Biden announced the Federal-State Partnership for Intercity Passenger Rail Grant at a ceremony in Las Vegas and in April, U.S. Transportation…
Edward Henderson | California Black Media Many cities in California limit the amount a landlord can raise rent each year. However, for nearly 30 years the state has imposed its own limits on the authority of local governments to enact rent control policies.Landlords across California are currently allowed to set their own rental rates when…
What you need to know: Californians will benefit from better parks, healthier fish and wildlife, and more clean transportation in their communities. SACRAMENTO – In just the last week, California has received $360 million from the Biden-Harris Administration to support critical projects across the state, including habitat restoration, park improvements and rail and highway investments. …
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media State leaders concerned about the persisting gap between the incomes of Black and White Californians are urging the state to take steps to address the problem. On Sept. 18, International Equal Pay Day, the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) released new pay and demographic data that show Black…
Recent cases in Los Angeles County and the Central Valley show importance of “taking charge of your yard” and protecting yourself from mosquito bites What You Need to Know: California is experiencing an increase in diseases spread by mosquitoes, including West Nile virus and dengue. Californians can protect themselves by preventing mosquito bites and getting…
Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media On Sept. 26, Gov. Gavin Newsom ratified an official apology from the State of California to Black Californians for the harm caused by slavery and centuries of discrimination that followed. The apology, issued in Assembly Bill (AB) 3089, authored by Assemblymember Reggie Jones-Sawyer (D-Los Angeles)…
Los Angeles, CA – Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda L. Solis today awarded over $800,000 in First District Community Grants Program funding to three Latino-serving organizations. The Community Grants Program helps develop and support organizations that meet the diverse needs of First District residents in such key areas as arts, environmental justice, health, housing, immigration,…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Amos’ acting career spanned over five decades, with his most iconic role being that of James Evans Sr., the no-nonsense, hard-working father on the groundbreaking CBS sitcom Good Times (1974–1979). The show, which was the first sitcom to center on an African American family, became a cultural touchstone, and Amos’ portrayal of…
PURCHASE, N.Y. and AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP) (“PepsiCo”) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Garza Food Ventures LLC, dba Siete Foods (“Siete”) for $1.2 billion. PepsiCo (PRNewsfoto/PepsiCo, Inc.) The acquisition will complement PepsiCo’s portfolio with the addition of an authentic, Mexican-American brand,…
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…
