By FOX 11 Digital Team Published July 29, 2025 5:30pm PDT The Brief A massive 8.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Russia, triggering a tsunami watch for California as well as warnings for Hawaii and Alaska. What we know: The earthquake hit 136 km southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia at around 4:25 p.m. PST. It was originally recorded as an…
Blacknews.com Nationwide — Donald Trump recently called for Beyoncé to be prosecuted, claiming she was illegally paid $11 million to endorse Kamala Harris during the 2024 campaign. But public records and fact-checkers say no such payment ever happened. The claim focuses on Beyoncé’s appearance at a Harris campaign rally in Houston, Texas, in October 2024….
The Riverside County Probation Department (RCP) announced the rollout of two fully equipped Mobile Service Centers designed to bring community supervision services directly to unhoused individuals and clients who face transportation challenges. The new units will travel throughout the county, to local parks, public libraries, shelter parking lots, and resource fairs, making it easier for…
By Leah Lewis My parents LeRoy (95, USAF veteran) & Claudine (89) have been in love for 70+ years — a real-life love story that’s survived wars, segregation, and so much history. Their one wish now is one last trip to their hometown, Mexia, TX, to say goodbye. I’m trying to make it happen so…
On July 23, 2025, Lizet was elected as the President of the 28th District Agricultural Association, San Bernardino County Fair, Board of Directors. “I’m excited on this new role and look forward to work along side with Michael Wubker, Jr., Vice President and our Board of Directors s colleagues. We shall collaboratively strategize a plan…
By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D-Inglewood), a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), won bipartisan support last week for her bill aimed at helping victims of racially motivated eminent domain — and their descendants — recover lost property. On July 15, the Senate Judiciary Committee approved Assembly…
By Stacy M. Brown Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent As the Trump administration moves to eliminate key diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) protections at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Democratic Congressman David Scott of Georgia has introduced legislation aimed at safeguarding the future of Black farmers and reversing decades of systemic discrimination. On July…
The March of the Recissions continues, apparently with an even greater focus on hollowing out supports for children. The Trump Administration is planning to claw back Congressionally appropriated funding from the Department of Education, according to reports that surfaced this week, moving another step closer to effectively disabling the one-and-only federal agency devoted to children….
“This is a win for students, but the Great American Heist isn’t over.” WASHINGTON – “The Trump administration’s announcement that it will release more than $5 billion in previously — and illegally — withheld education funding is a major victory for students, families, and advocates across the country. This comes on the heels of the…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the nation observes Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), along with Representatives Andrea Salinas (D-Ore.-02) and Nanette Barragán (D-Calif.-44), introduced the Mental Health for Latinos Act, legislation to improve mental health outcomes among Latino and Hispanic communities. Barriers to mental health care within…
Hannah Santos The most challenging conversations I’ve ever had about faith and justice haven’t been with strangers, but with people I’ve known and loved my whole life. There is a unique type of heartbreak when someone you love sees the world so differently than you. Keeping the dialogue going can feel Sisyphean. Even as someone…
NMA Names New President During 2025 Annual Convention (CHICAGO – July 22, 2025) The National Medical Association (NMA), the largest and oldest organization representing the interests of Black physicians and their patients in the United States, inducted Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD as its 126th president during its 2025 Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly. He…
By BlackPressUSA Nashville, TN — July 25, 2025: In a historic announcement, a coalition of leading Black faith organizations and the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) unveiled a strategic partnership and plan to confront systemic disparities impacting African American communities nationwide. Dr. Boise Kimber, President of the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc.; Bishop J. Drew…
By Leanne Suter KABC A former Southern California football standout has been identified as the gunman who killed four people inside a Midtown Manhattan building Monday, including an off-duty police officer. The 27-year-old gunman, identified as Shane Tamura, played football while attending Granada Hills Charter School in Los Angeles County. Those who knew Tamura when…
“This is a win for students, but the Great American Heist isn’t over.” WASHINGTON – “The Trump administration’s announcement that it will release more than $5 billion in previously — and illegally — withheld education funding is a major victory for students, families, and advocates across the country. This comes on the heels of the…
Riverside, CA, July 29th, 2025— Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) celebrates as FARSB Hunger Resource Center in Riverside hits their 1st anniversary milestone, marking the first full year of operation as the food bank’s second building – which encompasses a Learning Center, the Fresh Start Pantry by Goodman, and a CalFresh Resource Center….
By Carl V. Hill, Ph.D., MPH When Zelda Hill was in college, he began noticing subtle changes in his father. The man who had always been precise began forgetting current events, mixing up dates and times, and getting lost in familiar places. Zelda had seen memory loss in his grandparents before, and like many people,…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the nation observes Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), along with Representatives Andrea Salinas (D-Ore.-02) and Nanette Barragán (D-Calif.-44), introduced the Mental Health for Latinos Act, legislation to improve mental health outcomes among Latino and Hispanic communities. Barriers to mental health care within…
By Dr. Wilmer J. Leon, III (TriceEdneyWire.com) – “The UN took a strong stand against apartheid; and over the years, an international consensus was built, which helped to bring an end to this iniquitous system. But we know too well that our freedom is incomplete without the freedom of the Palestinians.” – Nelson Mandela 1997….
Denice Zeck American Forum July 30th marks the 60th anniversary of Medicaid, a program that since 1965, has provided critical healthcare coverage to millions of people in the U.S. It was created as a promise: that no one should be denied medical care because of their income, background, or zip code. But as we mark…
BARSTOW, CA – July 28, 2025 – The City of Barstow announced today a renewed service agreement with the Barstow Humane Society aimed at enhancing animal control services throughout the community. Effective July 1, the agreement includes the construction of new City Kennels on the Humane Society’s property at 2480 E. Main Street, where the…
By John Stanford Prescription drug policy is back in the spotlight, with policymakers debating everything from price controls and research funding cuts to tariffs. But the impacts of recent policy changes are no longer hypothetical. They’re here. Most biotech CEOs warn reference pricing models — which tie U.S. drug prices to those in foreign countries…
If you’re like most people, when you think of Alzheimer’s Disease, you picture an old person who can’t remember things or someone losing his/her memory. But in recent years, younger people have been diagnosed with the disease. Recently, a 19-year-old was diagnosed with the debilitating disease, causing concern for the next generation. The case, presented…
Six beloved local grocers are now live on DoorDash Today, we’re excited to expand grocery delivery offerings across the country with the addition of six beloved local grocers. These new partners join DoorDash at a time when more consumers are ordering groceries through the platform than ever before.* Now available on DoorDash: Bi-Rite Market: A…
By Bo Tefu | California Black Media Report: California Crime Rate Hits 30-Year Low — But Shoplifting Increased California saw a drop in most types of crime last year, including homicide, car break-ins, and auto theft, according to new data from the California Department of Justice. But while overall crime is down, shoplifting is…