From the ‘Worst of the Worst’ to the Easiest To Arrest: How AI Is Powering Immigration Enforcement

By Edward Kissam Rather than the “worst of the worst” that Trump promised to target on his 2024 campaign trail, immigration authorities are increasingly using AI-driven surveillance tools to find and arrest whoever is easiest to catch. A strategy described by Trump “border czar” Tom Homan as one of “shock and awe” saw masked immigration…

Targeted Crime Suppression – Operation Consequences: 5 arrests, 10 firearms seized

Between Aug. 3 and Aug. 9, investigators from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department – Gangs/Narcotics Division, along with deputies from patrol stations and personnel from partnering agencies, served 16 search warrants and contacted suspects throughout the county. Additionally, the San Bernardino Movement Against Street Hoodlums (SMASH) Street Enforcement Team (SET) conducted proactive patrols in…

NPRC Scores First Advocacy Victory: David Shaw Finally Gets His Wish to ‘Go Home’

By Tanya Dennis For nearly four years, Beverly Shaw fought to bring her husband home. She watched as David Shaw moved through three nursing homes, became increasingly sedated and repeatedly expressed his desire to return to his wife. Last week, that finally happened. The National Probate Reform Coalition (NPRC), formed by the Post Newspaper Group…

ABC Announces New Liquor License Authorizations

 SACRAMENTO — Paul Tupy, director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), announced authorization for the issuance of new on-sale general and off-sale general licenses and authorization for the intercounty transfer of on-sale general and off-sale general licenses. This year, based on statutory authorizations and limitations, the following counties will be eligible for additional…

Political Playback: California Capitol News You Might Have Missed

Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media California Legislative Black Caucus Elects New Leaders On Aug. 14, the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) announced that Assemblymember Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) was elected the chairperson for the 2027-2028 legislative session. Sen. Laura Richardson (D-Inglewood) will serve as the vice chair of the political…

Kimberlé Crenshaw: A Voice for Justice

THE POSITIVE COMMUNITY — Kimberlé Crenshaw is an American civil rights scholar, lawyer, and professor known for developing the concept of intersectionality. This framework explains how different forms of discrimination can overlap, affecting people in distinct ways, particularly evident in her legal scholarship concerning Black women. Kimberlé Crenshaw is an American civil rights scholar, lawyer,…

Black Culture Foundation Names Christen Irving as the New President

Riverside, CA – The Black Culture Foundation today announced a leadership transition, with Carl M. Dameronstepping down as president and Christen Irving advancing to the role, effective July 15, 2026. Dameron, who has led the Foundation for two years, cited ongoing health challenges as the reason for the transition. Despite stepping away from the day-to-day…

My trip to Pittsburgh

Wanda Haynes-Certified Sommelier Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is one of my favorite cities of all time! I love the big city urban elegance and modern vibe it offers. I recently stayed there in a short-term rental at the Cork Factory Apartment complex in the strip district. The luxury apartments are renovated from an old cork factory and…

Gov. Newsom Announces New AI Tools to Track Extreme Heat and Simplify Tax Filing and State Hiring

Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Gov. Gavin Newsom is highlighting new technology and efficiency initiatives designed to modernize California government, including artificial intelligence tools for state employees, an extreme heat tracking system, faster hiring and simplified tax filing for small businesses. The initiatives come one year since Newsom signed an…

TOGETHER WE RISE

TOGETHER WE RISE – High Desert Economic Development Summit Saturday, August 29, 2026 . 10 AM – 2 PM Victor Valley College, Victorville Millionaire Mind Kids, in partnership with Victor Valley College, invites all High Desert residents to the Together We Rise Economic Development Summit-a community event connecting local businesses, educators, workforce partners, and families…

Bill Requiring Public Notices to Be Published in Newspapers’ Print Editions Heads to Gov. Newsom’s Desk 

Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media  Assembly Bill (AB) 2323, legislation by Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D-Inglewood) that would modernize how newspapers publish legally mandated public notices is headed to Gov. Gavin Newsom for consideration. AB 2323, co-authored by Assemblymember Diane Dixon (R-Newport Beach), cleared the Legislature after the Assembly voted 75-0 on Aug. 7…

Trump Admin Halts Harriet Tubman $20 Bill Redesign

By BlackPressUSA Newswire The Trump administration has halted plans to place abolitionist Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, ending a decade-long effort that began under President Barack Obama’s administration and was revived under President Joe Biden. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said last Monday that the department is “not at present” moving forward with the redesign,…

New data on English learners could help California schools pinpoint needed support, experts say

By Zaidee Stavely, EdSource For the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic, California has released school-by-school data showing how many English learners became proficient in English, giving parents, educators and policymakers a new way to see how well schools are helping students become proficient in English. The data shows that 13.8% of English learners statewide…

Late Obituary

Jackie Malone Carter Jr  Born:  October 3, 1957 Died: August 30, 2022 Jackie Malone Carter Jr., aged 65, passed away on August 30, 2022, in Twentynine Palms, CA. Born on October 3, 1957 in San Diego, CA, Jackie, known affectionately as Jack, was a beloved figure in his community, especially known for his dedication to…

White funeral wreaths, bouquets, and candles arranged in a chapel setting