Ann Gorman, Kaiser Health News The number of people hospitalized because of amphetamine use is skyrocketing in the United States, but the resurgence of the drug largely has been overshadowed by the nation’s intense focus on opioids. Amphetamine-related hospitalizations jumped by about 245 percent from 2008 to 2015, according to a recent study in the…
ANDREW DALTON and HILLEL ITALIE of The Associated Press Published: 15 December 2018 MARY CLARE JALONICK, Associated Press Published: 17 December 2018 Russia’s sweeping political disinformation campaign on U.S. social media was more far-reaching than originally thought, with troll farms working to discourage Black voters and “blur the lines between reality and fiction” to help…
Participants Expanded Their Professional Network and Engaged with NFL and Club Executives Nationwide (BlackNews.com) — More than 90 students from Historically Black College & Universities (HBCU) participated in the third annual NFL CAREERS IN FOOTBALL FORUM, as part of the Celebration Bowl in Atlanta, Georgia, on December 14. “The NFL Careers in Football Forum aims…
By Defender News Service Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse, turned out to be a big hit at the box-office on its opening weekend, topping out at $35.4 million domestically. The film, which stars Shameik Moore, also drew in another $21 million elsewhere. Moore who is of Jamaican descent, takes pride in his role as Miles Morales,…
“Unmasked” Black Manta exclusively available to Regal Crown Club members KNOXVILLE, Tenn., December 18, 2018 – In anticipation of the long-awaited Aquaman release, Regal announces an exclusive giveaway of the collectible “Unmasked” Black Manta Funko Pop figure. These will be available to Regal Crown Club members that purchase three or more tickets to a standard…
By NY Magee Tiffany Haddish’s ex-husband is coming for her along with her co-author, Tucker Max, and publisher Simon & Schuster, for claims she made in her memoir “The Last Black Unicorn” that her ex was abusive towards her. William Stuart has filed a defamation lawsuit against the comedian, Max, and the publisher for allegedly…
By: Lou Yeboah Thank You Lord! As we stand on the brink of a New Year it is a good time to reflect on the year that is ending and look forward into the year that is soon to begin. A New Year filled with new possibilities and opportunities. Twelve new months, 52 new weeks,…
Written by Mary Schaller Blaufuss I am honored to participate in the formation of faith-based justice leaders. I give thanks for young adults I have accompanied during the last decade who have committed themselves to serving at the intersection of faith communities and God’s love and justice in the world. For example, I watched Jenn…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia A phone conversation with Don Rojas can easily begin with the subtlest of greetings – a friendly “hello,” and good to hear from you. But any conversation of length undoubtedly leads to a lively discussion about the Transatlantic Slave Trade, reparations, journalism, and of course Rojas’ celebrated…
By Defender News Service Gun violence has shortened the life expectancy of Americans by nearly 2.5 years, with shootings driving down the average lifespan of black Americans by almost twice as much as that of white Americans, according to a study published this week. The new research, led by a professor at the Boston University…
Rita Ramirez My Top 3 Priorities · Establish a High Desert University for accessibility and have educated professionals to attract businesses. · Restore and renovate Historic Old Town and Route 66 to bring small businesses and make it a Tourism Center. , · Save Green Tree Golf Course and support Victorville residents and their…
By Angela Nicole Parker For Harry Grammer, founder and president of New Earth, working with system-entangled youth is not just a job, but a calling. In fact, New Earth has “freed” thousands of homeless, foster and juvenile justice system youth, ages 13-25, through programs that ensure they are formally free of system involvement, regularly housed,…
By Chiagoziem “Sylvester” Agu, Albany State University Of the more than 330,000 U.S. students studying abroad, only 6.1 percent are African American and 10 percent are Latino. This is one in a series of articles by students of color who are breaking down barriers by studying abroad thanks to the Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship, which…
By The Oakland Post Students at Oakland High School had a special visitor in Rev. Jesse Jackson on Friday, Nov. 30. Speaking at a student leadership class, he said, “Learning languages is important. We must learn to live together as brothers and sisters.” Jackson decided to visit Oakland High School partly because of the success…
Five GAANN Awards from the U.S. Department of Education will support 90 engineering graduate students By Holly Ober The Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering at UC Riverside was selected by the U.S. Department of Education to receive five Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need, or GAANN, awards, totaling $4.5 million. Each proposal…
In one month Gavin Newsom will lead the state with the nation’s biggest economy and largest population — and one riven by economic inequality. What will be his most important challenges? Published on December 4, 2018By Steven Mikulan Gavin Newsom inherits a state that should be any governor’s dream: A California that is the cradle…
Riverside County Supervisor to Serve on Executive Committee of California State Association of Counties SAN DIEGO – Riverside County Supervisor Chuck Washington will serve on the California State Association of Counties’ Executive Committee in 2019. The statewide organization elected Washington, who currently is the chairman of the Riverside County Board of Supervisors, at its 124th…
SAN BERNARDINO, CA – Applications for the San Bernardino County Civil Grand Jury are now being accepted. Successful applicants will serve as Grand Jurors for the fiscal year period beginning on July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020. The Civil Grand Jury is charged by the California Penal Code to investigate all aspects of…
NEW BREWS FOR FONTANA Craft coffee powerhouse Klatch Coffee, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, expands its Inland Empire footprint with a new location in Fontana, Calif., opening Saturday, December 15. The store features the brand’s first-ever drive-thru, part of the award-winning roastery’s ongoing mission to provide globally sourced, gourmet brews to its customers with…
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—The Superior Court of San Bernardino County is pleased to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website built with an emphasis on responsive design, improved search functionality, an updated look, and easy-to-use navigation tools. The court’s information technology and operations department, along with several other key contributors worked with a team from…
By Stash J. Graham Managing Director Graham Capital Wealth Management https://www.grahamcapitalwealth.com Everybody has an opinion about where the economy is headed, but at least one variable has been pinned down – the Federal Reserve will continue to raise interest rates into the foreseeable future. The Fed recently announced that it is lifting its federal funds’…
“It’s important to acknowledge and validate dementia caregivers’ feelings and needs, and to connect them with resources that can help, especially during the holiday season.” By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia For family caregivers, the holidays can be a joyful time when spirits are lighter and it feels good to care for loved…
Alphonso Gibbs, Jr., LCSW-C, LICSW Men’s Health Network http://www.MensHealthNetwork.org http://www.YourHead.org The six weeks encompassing Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s—collectively called “the holidays”—are for most a magically unique time of year, filled with holiday carols, reunions, displays of colorful lights, love, and affection,often expressed through gift giving. But for some, the holidays bring hurt. Caused by…
As former San Bernardino County Supervisor and later Assessor Bill Postmus heads to state prison for his criminal actions taken in the settlement of a lawsuit with developer Colonies Partners, the County of San Bernardino faces a federal lawsuit filed by three of the defendants who faced criminal charges and were not found guilty…
“There was nothing ‘implicit’ about it,” said one person on Facebook. “This was an overt show of racism.” by Keka Araujo A history assignment at Dover High School in New Hampshire gave some students the idea that it would be appropriate to spew racist vitriol to the tune of “Jingle Bells.” The assignment which was…
