Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Disability advocates, caregivers, families and state lawmakers gathered at the California State Capitol on Monday to oppose Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed $367.7 million reduction to the state’s In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program, warning the cuts could jeopardize care for thousands of seniors and people with…
Wanda Haynes-Certified Sommelier When the need for high end luxury calls out to you, then consider a vacation to Fontainebleau Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The incredible new property that is on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip. Fontainebleau opened at the end of 2023, and the resort’s public spaces including the casino…
By Pedro Nava, Dion Aroner, and Janna Sidley For six years, William Del Rosario and his family have waited for services that were already approved. William, who is autistic and non-speaking, testified before the Little Hoover Commission – an independent watchdog agency on which we serve – earlier this year about the daily reality of…
By Wade Henderson As Americans prepare to celebrate Juneteenth and the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, we should take pride in the extraordinary progress our country has made toward becoming a more perfect union. But these milestones also demand honesty. They require us to confront the Supreme Court’s recent gutting of the Voting Rights…
Juneteenth Jam strengthens the village mentality within our community by creating a space where residents, business owners, nonprofit organizations, and leaders from all sectors, at every level, come together. We unite to foster a deeper understanding of humanity and reaffirm our unwavering commitment to our community,” said Davis. Rialto, CA — The City of Rialto…
Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Disability advocates, caregivers, families and state lawmakers gathered at the California State Capitol on Monday to oppose Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed $367.7 million reduction to the state’s In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program, warning the cuts could jeopardize care for thousands of seniors and people with…
By Karen Heslop Being diagnosed with heart failure can be devastating. However, the diagnosis doesn’t mean you can’t live well and prevent the condition from getting worse. Two essential areas that can help you accomplish this are communicating well with your doctor and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. 10 Symptoms To Tell Your Doctor 1. Swelling…
Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media U.S. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA-37) introduced legislation June 11 that would restore Juneteenth and Martin Luther King Jr. Day as fee-free admission days at national parks and other federal recreational lands. Kamlager-Dove’s district covers parts of Los Angeles County, including Culver City, Ladera Heights, View…
By Karen Marine On Juneteenth—a day that symbolizes the delayed arrival of freedom in America—we are reminded that liberty has never been distributed evenly, and justice has never always arrived on time. Juneteenth is not only a historical milestone. It is a warning. A reminder that freedom can be declared, yet still denied in practice….
Event examined challenges, gaps, and solutions as unhoused population over age 50 grows Sacramento (June 16, 2026) – The California Commission on Aging hosted its annual information hearing on June 11, 2026. Titled “Nowhere to Go: Addressing the Crisis in Supportive Housing for Older Californians,” the hearing explored challenges, gaps, and potential solutions for older…
Back In The Day Super Show (Saturday, June 27): Head over to the San Bernardino County Fairgrounds (14800 7th St, Victorville) for a massive West Coast music celebration featuring DJ Quik, Frankie J, and Luniz. Tickets start at $27.50. Juneteenth Concert in the Courtyard (Friday, June 19): Celebrate freedom and Black musical heritage with live…
Juneteenth is more than a commemoration of delayed freedom. It is a warning about whathappens when people are denied timely access to truth, power, and the information theyneed to act. Freedom delayed is freedom denied. In 2026, that lesson still applies. When ourcommunities are the last to know how decisions are made in Sacramento, Washington,…
By: Wallace Pate, Esq. LOS ANGELES, CA (04.01.26) Since the late 80’s, American dependency Judges ordered 12 million children into foster care without due process, impartial tribunals, trials, in violation of civil rights under color of law at the direction and behest of state Supreme Courts leading to an explosion in foster care that supplied…
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — The Black Culture Foundation has named Jonathan G. Beauregard one of 10 recipients of its 34th Annual Black Rose Awards, which recognize leaders making an impact across the Inland Empire. “Nominations opened last September, and residents from across the Inland Empire submitted the names of individuals who have made a meaningful…
Bo Tefu | California Black Media With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to begin this week, California officials say they are ready to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the globe as the state prepares to host 14 matches. That’s more than any other state in the nation. During a June 5…
By Lasherica Thornton, EdSource On a recent Friday morning, Fresno Unified high school students learned about the rise and fall of major companies in the stock market — from Walmart’s longevity to Apple’s surge past oil companies and Amazon’s emergence as a $1 trillion company. Earlier that week, students at the Farber Educational Center, an…
Anyone 18 or younger can ride free on RTA buses through June 30, 2027 WHAT: As Riverside County schools begin summer break, the Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) continues to offer free bus rides for youth. The “Youth Ride Free” promotion is available to anyone 18 or younger and runs through June 30, 2027. Youth riders…
Housing advocates sue to preserve enforcement By Charlene Crowell For more than 50 years, the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) has been an effective federal safeguard to ensure that Black, Latino, Native Americans and other economically marginalized people have fair access to safe and affordable credit. Enacted with bipartisan support in Congress and signed into…
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — CalRecycle is partnering with the 40 Acre Conservation League to launch Black Conservation Week 2026 with a youth-focused land tour and hands-on composting experience designed to connect Sacramento-area students with California’s natural spaces and the everyday actions that help protect them. During the tour, middle and high school students will explore the…
By Morgan Knight, Armani Durham and Zoe Cummings | Howard University News Service As the federal government moves toward automatically registering men ages 18 to 25 for the Selective Service System, a long-standing requirement tied to a potential military draft, confusion and concern are growing among young Americans. The policy shift is intended to streamline…
Silverado High School teacher Lydia Lane has received the 2026 Guiding Light Award from the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), recognizing her exemplary commitment and outstanding leadership in mental health awareness through the Directing Change Film Contest. DBH leadership proudly visited Lane at Silverado to underscore the transformative impact of creative expression…
By National Women’s Law Center The National Women’s Law Center released its annual State Child Care Assistance Policies report, finding that the number of children placed on waiting lists for federally funded child care assistance nearly doubled between 2024 and 2025 — and that number has only continued to grow. The report serves as a…
Wanda Haynes-Certified Sommelier Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa is one of my favorite places in the country to visit. Its presence has re-hydrated Canton, Ohio and brought a sense of style and elegance. There are three properties and all are amazing in their own way. The Villas Enter through a stunning lobby with comfortable dining…
New York City artist, journalist and talk show host Rob Redding is presenting a new drawing concept rooted in negative space and erasure Tuesday at Soho Project Space during Pride Month ahead of the Juneteenth week release of his forthcoming book Graphic Graphite: Bucking as a Challenge to Racial Narrative. Redding says the project is…
Baby wipes sold nationwide at a popular retailer are being recalled due to some potentially serious reactions to the products. Up & Up Fragrance-Free and Up & Up Fresh Cucumber Scented Baby Wipes were pulled off shelves following customer complaints and U.S. Food and Drug Administration testing that identified traces of bacteria in the products,…