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SCD Pain Crisis? Here’s What to Do

By Evan Bollinger Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a condition that lasts for life. Turning normal blood cells into sickle shapes, SCD presents a whole host of challenges. One of them, unfortunately, is the onset of sometimes extremely painful episodes. Triggered by blood flow blockages to tissues and organs, these ‘pain crises’ cannot be mistaken. …

Covered California Announces Premium Change for 2027 Dental Plans While Continuing to Deliver Affordable Coverage Options 

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Covered California announced its dental plans and preliminary rates for the 2027 coverage year, with a statewide weighted average rate increase of 6.2 percent for plans offered through the marketplace in 2027.  The industry-wide rise in the cost of dental care, along with an increased use of services, contributed to the rate…

Covered California Health Benefit Exchange and Covered California logos

Commentary: The Great Potential of Black Children in Texas

By BlackPressUSA Newswire AFRICAN-AMERICAN NEWS AND ISSUES – DALLAS — In Texas, Black children possess significant potential and aspirations, but face substantial hurdles to their success. These challenges stem not from their inherent abilities, but from systemic issues such as unequal school funding, unfair disciplinary practices, and socioeconomic stressors. Every child deserves a fair chance…

Street Racing Operation Results in a DUI Arrest and Numerous Citations Issued for Various Traffic Violations Including Speeding

DATE/TIME: Saturday, August 22, 2026  INCIDENT: Street Racing Operation Results LOCATION: City of Victorville On August 22, 2026, the Victorville Station conducted a street racing operation from approximately 4:00 p.m. through 8:00 p.m. The operation was aimed at addressing unsafe driving and traffic violations throughout the city of Victorville.  During the four-hour enforcement operation, deputies…

Police street racing checkpoint with officers, crowds, and stopped vehicles

Political Playback: California Capitol News You Might Have Missed

Gov. Newsom Launches New Free Lunch Program; Announces Nearly $14,000 Per Family in Universal TK Bo Tefu | California Black Media Gov. Gavin Newsom marked the start of California’s new school year by highlighting universal free school meals and the statewide expansion of Transitional Kindergarten, which the state says saves families nearly $14,000 per child…

California official speaking beside students under free lunch program signs

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…

The Home of Neighborly Service Has A New Home at Arrowhead United Way

San Bernardino, CA — Arrowhead United Way (AUW) and The Home of Neighborly Service (HNS) are proud to announce a new partnership that brings HNS operations to their new home at Arrowhead United Way’s facility at 646 N. D Street. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in expanding community services, strengthening local support systems,…

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,…