By The Black Press USA Roosevelt opens The Color of Our Money Is Green with the conversation every Black family needs to have before their next vehicle purchase. In Episode 1, Roosevelt covers the federal data documenting why Black borrowers pay significantly higher auto loan interest rates than white borrowers with similar credit profiles, exactly…
WESTSIDE GAZETTE — The television show *A Different World* offered an early portrayal of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), depicting Black excellence, growth, struggle, and purpose. The author recounts how the show prepared them for their experience at Florida A&M University from 1997 to 2002, where they found a sense of belonging and community….
At EDD, we’re continuing to improve the way customers access our programs and services. Customers applying for unemployment, disability, and Paid Family Leave benefits can now verify their identity through Socure directly online in myEDD. This streamlined process helps protect customers’ personal information while making identity verification faster and easier. Over 80% of customers complete…
By Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist John Osborne, Navy Office of Community Outreach PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii – 2nd Lt. Philip Olivero, a native of Santa Clarita, California, is assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) embarked aboard USS Essex, a U.S. Navy warship participating in the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise in…
August is National Wellness Month, a time dedicated to prioritizing healthy habits and finding ways to improve overall well-being. While many people associate stress with major life events, such as work pressures, financial challenges, or personal struggles, everyday habits can also quietly contribute to feelings of tension, exhaustion, and burnout. The good news is that…
RIVERSIDE, CA – The JW Vines Society announces the Elma Vines Summer Health Academy Banquet on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM. This special event celebrates two decades of excellence in mentoring the next generation of medical professionals through hands-on learning and dedicated interactions with physicians. For 24 years, the Elma Vines Summer Health…
By BlackPressUSA Newswire Nearly 92 percent of American households rely on a personal vehicle to manage their daily lives. Consumers shopping for a vehicle in May learned that the average cost of a new car was $49,307, and that used cars averaged $25,918, according to Cox Automotive. But the high price of vehicles is not…
The San Bernardino City Unified School District started its school year earlier this week and Tyanna’z Pathway 2 Purpose, a non-profit organization on hand to make sure the youth were equipped with the needed essentials to start the school year off right. Tyanna Daniels, founder of Tyanna’z Pathway 2 Purpose hosted two backpack giveaway events,…
Wanda Haynes-Certified Sommelier Dessert is a seductive end to a wonderful meal and highly sensual when paired with wine. So, I’ve decided to pair my favorite cakes with high-quality sweet dessert wines. Alabama Lane cake is a bourbon-laced cake and traditional in the American South. It was invented or popularized by Emma Rylander Lane, a…
by Kristen Hwang and Ana B. Ibarra It’s a tumultuous time for healthcare. Federal and state budget cuts are changing the rules for public benefits. Most people with Medi-Cal won’t be affected, but it may be confusing to figure out whether your benefits will change. Are you on Medi-Cal, or is someone in your family…
BlackPressUSA Newswire Susan Bustamante isn’t giving up. The formerly incarcerated 71-year-old woman has repeatedly made the long trip from Orange County to Sacramento to urge lawmakers to pass legislation she believes would help her fellow domestic abuse victims facing criminal charges. Each time, lawmakers seemed supportive — only to kill her bill in secret. She…
By BlackPressUSA Newswire Dr. Tonja L. Ringgold, an educator and Life Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® (AKA), was installed as North Atlantic Regional Director during the organization’s 72nd Biennial International Convention on July 23 in Las Vegas. Dr. Ringgold will serve a two-year term overseeing one of the Sorority’s largest and most historic…
By BlackPressUSA Newswire HOUSTON DEFENDER — A recent article examines what it describes as an unprecedented use of the Oval Office for private enrichment by former President Donald Trump. While past eras featured monumental acts of plunder, the article argues something different is occurring, with institutions designed to provide checks and balances either looking away…
The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health is encouraging residents to take steps to help prevent cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. There have been two cases in San Bernardino County this year; however, public health officials have not identified any outbreaks or clusters in the county. Cyclospora spreads…
Expanded checkpoint delivers faster passenger flow, enhanced security as ONT continues decade of growth ONTARIO, Calif. (July 27, 2026) — Travelers flying through Ontario International Airport (ONT) will enjoy a faster, more seamless security screening experience with the opening of a dramatically expanded passenger screening checkpoint in Terminal 2, with similar enhancements scheduled to open…
By Diana Lambert, EdSource School board members at dozens of California districts have voted to increase their own pay by thousands of dollars per year after a 2025 law raised trustee compensation limits for the first time in 41 years. In the first six months of the year, Elk Grove Unified School District trustees raised…
By Larry Gordon, EdSource After a recent playground disagreement at recess, a first grader at Pacific Sky Elementary School in San Diego County came back to class in tears. The youngster asked her teacher whether she could enter a so-called “cozy cube,” a cushioned box in the classroom big enough for one child to stretch…
By SweSwe Aye LOS ANGELES – In 2021, Mya publicly defied the military regime in Burma. Today she is among some 4,000 Burmese nationals here with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) who are facing deportation back to the country of their birth. For Mya, who is in her mid-50s, her return to Burma (also known as…
New bill would provide State AGs and voters with ability to enforce federal election protections and protect voters’ ballots from seizure WASHINGTON, D.C. — As President Trump escalates his efforts to interfere in the administration of American elections ahead of the upcoming 2026 midterms, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Rules…
Democrats hold a modest edge on the generic ballot, while their voters are more attentive to the campaign WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 23, 2026) – By a wide margin, voters most want to hear congressional candidates talk about economic issues, with many specifically citing prices and affordability, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. But…
RIVERSIDE, CA — A powerful new partnership is taking flight in Riverside to support local breast cancer patients. The CARE Project, Inc. has teamed up with the Riverside Airport Cafe to host the 2026 “Casino Night with CARE” fundraising event. The annual charity gala will take place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 6:00 PM…
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D-Inglewood) is advancing legislation that would prohibit unauthorized drones from operating within 400 feet of large outdoor ticketed entertainment events. Assembly Bill 2113, titled “Aviation: Unmanned Aircraft Systems: Ticketed Entertainment Events,” passed the Senate Public Safety Committee on June 30 by a 6-0 vote…
By Karen Heslop A lot of research has gone into establishing a relationship between having a healthy gut and maintaining good overall health. The question is though, how do you know if you have an unhealthy gut? Well, there are a few tell-tale signs to look out for. The good news is that it’s never…
By Dr. Patrick Thompson Living with HIV presents unique challenges, particularly as it relates to maintaining a strong immune system, which is crucial for overall health and well-being. In addition to antiretroviral therapy (ART), proper nutrition plays a pivotal role in supporting the immune system of individuals with HIV. In this article, we’ll explore seven…
