by Megan Sayles AFRO Staff Writer Credit scores affect everything from interest rates to major purchases, like houses and cars, but the rules that shape them continue to evolve. This week, the AFRO spoke with Bonita Grant, founder and owner of Cure My Credit Score, about changes in 2026 and the smartest strategies to stay…
Buffalo Soldiers have been mythologized in movies, television, and popular songs. Despite this romanticism, their history is complex, and their stories are worthy of deeper understanding. For Race and Country: Buffalo Soldiers in California, a new exhibition from the Ontario Museum of History & Art, explores the surprising history surrounding all-Black US Army regiments whose…
“Without your help, some children won’t get anything for Christmas,” said Major Adam Morales, Commander of The Salvation Army of San Bernardino. REDLANDS, Calif.—Getting a gift on Christmas Day often provides lifelong memories of joy and happiness for a child. For children in need whose parents cannot afford to buy a gift, The Salvation Army…
By JPMorgan Chase There always seems to be a never-ending list of tasks during the holiday season, from booking flights to purchasing gifts for loved ones. As you prepare for the holidays, it’s also critical to keep an eye out for online scams that aim to steal your money and your joy. Nationally, nearly 1…
Lawsuit filed on behalf of Gerry Darden, sister of Stacey Darden Altadena, CA – The Law Office of Douglas Boxer and the Watts Law Firm, attorneys working with LA Fire Justice, today filed a lawsuit against Genasys Inc., Southern California Edison Company, and Edison International for the wrongful death of Stacey Darden. The lawsuit was…
WASHINGTON, DC (November 17, 2025) – Enough Is Enough (EIE) is calling for parents to #RethinkRoblox gift cards for their children’s upcoming holiday presents. Roblox gift cards enable children to make purchases on the platform. “Instead of rewarding Roblox, a platform that enables predators to contact children, we are urging parents to #RethinkRoblox gift cards…
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Covered California Executive Director Jessica Altman issued the following statement on Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi’s announcement of her retirement on Thursday: “After nearly four decades of unmatched public service, Speaker Emerita Pelosi leaves behind a legacy that continues to affect the lives of millions of Americans every day. “Speaker Emerita…
By BlackPress USA Discover the all-new 2025 BMW X3 xDrive30i in Arctic Race Blue with Calm Beige Veganza interior. In this cinematic walkaround, I take you beyond the spec sheet and show you how BMW designed the X3 to be more than just another luxury SUV. From the bold kidney grille and 21” M Sport…
LA QUINTA – The Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District, in partnership with Supervisor V. Manuel Perez and KYA, will host a milestone event on Saturday, November 8 celebrating the revitalization of Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park. The full day extravaganza features a catfish derby in the morning, a ribbon cutting to dedicate major…
LOS ANGELES (Nov. 3) Food Forward, in partnership with the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles and L.A. Care Health Plan, announces an emergency expansion of its community produce distribution network to respond to unprecedented hunger and instability caused by the suspension of essential federal nutrition funding and cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)….
By Stacy M. Brown Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent There comes a time when a nation needs reminding that joy is not the enemy of justice, that laughter and love can exist alongside the deepest wounds of history. In this fractured America, this cold, suspicious place where one man’s color still shapes another man’s…
Rialto, CA — Mark your calendars for a day of fun, festivity, and community spirit at the 7th Annual Young Entrepreneurs Expo on Sunday, November 9th, at Margaret Todd Park. The event will feature a variety of activities designed for all ages, including a Free Sunday Dinner, a Flag Football Camp for Kids, and a…
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta today stood up for California families and the state’s economy by filing an amicus brief urging the U.S Supreme Court to strike down President Trump’s illegal tariffs. The President invoked an emergency law to impose tariffs without permission from Congress. But no emergency exists, the…
Americans labor under the threat of gun violence, domestic abuse, school shootings, attacks on churches, mosques, and synagogues, domestic terrorism, and the growing threat of Artificial Intelligence that can influence elections and eliminate jobs. The estimated number of violent crimes in the United States was 1,221,345, according to FBI data released in August 2025. In…
United Way supporters and fans of the legendary Motown sound were treated to a great tribute concert and supported a very worthwhile cause. The United Way recently held its annual fundraiser benefiting hunger relief and the San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) Food Pantry. The fundraiser themed The Magical Music of Motown was held at the…
79% of U.S. consumers believe Black Americans are influential, with majority sharing that impact is felt across music, fashion, sports, beauty, and more Gen Z & Millennials are driving this sentiment with 80%+ stating they personally benefit when Black culture is well-represented, and 1 in 2 saying they trust brands more when Black consumers are…
SACRAMENTO — Victims of the 2018 Borderline Bar and Grill mass shooting may be eligible for financial compensation to address their trauma, but they need to apply by Nov. 7 to qualify. Twelve people died and dozens more were injured during the 2018 shooting in Thousand Oaks. The victims and their families have one more…
The summer may officially last until late September, but for many students, the fall semester is already here. As we gear up for back-to-school shopping, fall events, and homecomings, it might be the perfect time to refresh our beauty kits. In today’s beauty industry, where Black beauty brands often face challenges , it’s crucial to…
Nationwide — President Donald Trump said that helping end the Russia-Ukraine war could be his way into heaven. He admitted he is “at the bottom of the totem pole” when it comes to his chances of getting there. “I want to try and get to heaven, if possible,” Trump said during a Fox & Friends…
Nationwide — Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry, 58, appeared to subtly respond to recent remarks made by her ex-husband, former MLB star David Justice, about her domestic habits during their marriage. Justice, who was married to Berry from 1993 to 1997, claimed in a new interview that she “didn’t cook, didn’t clean” and didn’t seem…
Black women are among the highest growing demographics of individuals partaking in entrepreneurship within the United States. Between the years of 2017-2020, the total number of companies owned by Black women increased by close to 20%. This statistic surpassed business owned by women and Black people as a whole. Reports show the records are continuing…
Riverside, CA, June 3rd, 2025—Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is looking to its community members to advocate for the upcoming CalFood budget, which asks for a budget of $60 million to maintain and expand our current food system at a time when the cost of living has strained family budgets, raising food insecurity…
Grocery shoppers are fed up with understaffed stores, long lines, empty shelves, and self-checkout burdens, according to a new customer survey Los Angeles – United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local unions 770 and 324 along with Los Angeles Alliance for a New Economy (LAANE) are releasing the results of a new survey that exposes…
Leveraging our resources, strengths, and successes, VoteVets is investing in a winning strategy to shape our democratic leadership for the next generation. Washington, DC. – Following a historic investment in the Virginia Governor’s race and successful work shaping the narrative around Elon Musk’s reckless actions within the administration, VoteVets is announcing an innovative new candidate…
Whether you’re too busy, trying to lose weight or are just not genuinely hungry, there’s really no good reason to skip breakfast. In fact, new research has found that not eating breakfast may actually increase a person’s risk of contracting a disease. “The study shows that, on the one hand, fasting reduces the number of…
