The Largest Circus On Earth”, Garden Bros. Circus, Returns Under the Big Top with “Jr. The Clown Goes to Hollywood

San Bernardino CA, – The Garden Bros. Circus, The Largest Circus On Earth, is thrilled to announce its, bringing with it a brand-new, spectacular show, “Jr. The Clown Goes to Hollywood.” This year’s extravaganza celebrates the magic and wonder of classic circus tradition with a modern twist, promising an unforgettable experience for audiences of all…

SBCUSD Board of Education Presents Feb. Outstanding Awards

The Outstanding Achievement Awards Recognize District Students, Parents and Staff SAN BERNARDINO, CA—On Tuesday, Feb. 18, the San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) Board of Education presented the Outstanding Achievement Awards to students, parents and staff of Salinas Elementary School, Thompson Elementary School, Paakuma’ K–8 School and San Bernardino High School (SBHS). The Board…

Lost Black History: Calle House “Matriarch of Reparations”

By Don Valentine Before the Civil War in 1789, famed Quaker Moses Brown initiated reparations, as documented in Brown University’s  Slavery and Justice report. Callie House, known as the “Matriarch for Reparations,” spearheaded Black demands for restitution. Callie was born in 1861, and basically  grew up free. She raised five kids as a widowed washerwoman…

Union Protections Axed Under Trump’s New Order

by Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Since returning to office, Trump has targeted unions and diversity initiatives. He’s rescinded Executive Order 11246, which prohibited discrimination by federal contractors President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order eliminating collective bargaining rights for federal employees across the government, a move civil…

Commentary – The Vibe Shift: As California Moves to Political Right, Dem Lawmakers Dig Their Heels In

G. Maciel De La Vega | California Black Media The Vibe Shift is an ongoing series covering the political, institutional, and cultural realignment in California caused by Trump’s win in the 2024 presidential election. On March 16, the California Republican Party elected its first Black female chair, Corrin Rankin. However, she doesn’t want her identity…

FCC Chair Launches Investigation into Disney and ABC Over DEI Practices

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Carr pointed to internal and public-facing initiatives within Disney, including mandatory inclusion standards at ABC and the company’s “Reimagine Tomorrow” campaign. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr has ordered an investigation into The Walt Disney Company and its subsidiary ABC, alleging potential violations…

AARP Pushes Back as Social Security Administration Slashes Services and Staff

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent The Social Security Administration (SSA) is moving forward with a sweeping overhaul of its operations, including plans to slash its workforce by 12 percent, shut down six regional field offices, and eliminate key phone services—changes that have sparked fierce opposition from AARP and alarmed millions of…

Speaking with Confidence Alpha Phi Alpha and Alpha Kappa Alpha 37th Oratorical Contest

Approximately thirty scholars grades 1st through 12th presented speeches with confidence on “The power of truth; transformative learning experiences in Black History” to an audience of approximately 150 made up of family, friends, and members from the community on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Rancho Cucamonga High School at the 37th annual Oratorical Contest sponsored…

Political Playback: California Capitol News You Might Have  Missed 

By Bo Tefu | California Black Media  Bill Would Create California Version of National Institutes of Health Anticipating federal cuts to scientific research and vaccine programs, California State Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) has introduced a bill to establish the California Institute for Scientific Research. The proposed state-funded agency aims to support biomedical and climate…

Bridging Generations: Strengthening Community Connections

By Barbara Wilson and Dynastii Wynn, members of the Booker T.ECO Group  At the Booker T. Washington Community Service Center—San Francisco’s oldest Black-led nonprofit – generations come together to share wisdom, challenge stereotypes and build a more connected community. Through the Senior Victory Club and Black Legacy Builders Teen Fellowship Program, seniors and youth engage in…