Category: Local & Community

From storytime giggles to late-night research sessions, every library visit tells a story—and the San Bernardino County Library (SBCL) wants to hear yours! As part of the statewide Every Story Counts initiative, happening Jan. 25–31, we’re inviting county residents to share their experiences, memories, and favorite moments at their local library branches. Libraries are more…

Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ ‌|‌ ‌California‌ ‌Black‌ ‌Media‌  Three California lawmakers, all trained and experienced journalists, weighed in on a political and media controversy sparked after a CalMatters reporter questioned whether the Louis Vuitton bag Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D–Inglewood) was carrying at a public event was “real or fake.” On Jan. 20, Assemblymember Gail Pellerin (D–Santa…

By Jackie Mader, The Hechinger Report For months, Karian had tried to make it on her own in New York. After the birth of her second daughter, she was diagnosed with postpartum depression, major depressive disorder and anxiety. A single mother who had moved from Boston to New York about 13 years ago, she often…

RIVERSIDE, CA – The National Sports Association of Wellness and Mental Fitness (NSAWMF) announces the launch of its national nonprofit association dedicated to advancing mental fitness as a core pillar of athlete development, performance, and lifelong well being. Built to serve athletes, parents, coaches, and institutions nationwide, NSAWMF is designed to make mental fitness education…

Former Black Panther Leader Elaine Brown Delivers Keynote at Black Caucus MLK Breakfast Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media  Former Black Panther leader Elaine Brown was the keynote speaker at the annual California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Breakfast held at the Sacramento Masonic Temple on Jan….

Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ ‌|‌ ‌California‌ ‌Black‌ ‌Media‌ Authored by Assemblymembers Ash Kalra (D–San Jose) and Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D–Los Angeles), Assembly Bill (AB) 1157 — known as the Affordable Rent Act — failed last week to advance out of the Assembly Judiciary Committee, marking the second consecutive year the rent control proposal has been halted in…

by California Black Media Taking care of your health shouldn’t wait until you’re already sick. Medi-Cal gives California adults — including Black families, seniors, parents, and caregivers — access to free or low-cost care designed to help people stay healthy, not just treat illness. However, many Medi-Cal members are not using benefits they already qualify…

Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media  Before a joint session of the California Senate and Assembly, Gov. Gavin Newsom delivered his final State of the State address on Jan. 8, fulfilling a requirement of the state Constitution that the governor report annually to the Legislature. Several members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC)…

By Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ ‌|‌ ‌California‌ ‌Black‌ ‌Media‌ Sen. Monique Limón (D–Santa Barbara) was sworn in as the 50th president pro tempore of the California State Senate on Jan. 5 at the State Capitol, marking the occasion with a series of official and ceremonial events. Limón’s appointment in the Senate chambers marks a significant milestone…

 SAN BERNARDINO, CA. — “Crime rates in downtown San Bernardino have decreased by almost half over the past five years,” said Police Chief Darren L. Goodman. “This positive trend includes a decline in burglaries, aggravated assaults, and notably, there have been very few homicides this year.” Crime rates in the rest of the City have…

By Robin Urevich Contributing Writer, Los Angeles WAVE One of the biggest landlords in the region has been turning away people seeking apartments under the Section 8 housing assistance program in many of its buildings, in apparent violation of state law, a Capital & Main investigation found. Jamison, a group of family-run real estate companies,…

By Stacy M. Brown The U.S. labor market showed further signs of strain in November, with new federal data revealing rising unemployment, steep losses in government jobs, and worsening conditions for Black workers, particularly Black men, according to an analysis of the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics report and a review by the National Women’s…

By Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ ‌|‌ ‌California‌ ‌Black‌ ‌Media‌ California Senate Bill (SB) 648, authored by Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D–Los Angeles), takes effect on Jan. 1. The law strengthens legal protections for workers against employee tip theft. The legislation applies to restaurant servers, hotel staff, hairdressers, and other service workers who rely on gratuities to cover…

Figure 1: Nearly 1.2 Million Uninsured Californians Are Eligible for Financial Help   SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Covered California is encouraging all uninsured Californians to sign up for health insurance by Dec. 31. The open-enrollment period for 2026 ends on Jan. 31, but to have insurance in place for January, consumers need to enroll by the end…

By Edward Henderson | California Black Media  Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom represents the 13th Assembly District, which includes Stockton, Tracy and Mountain House.  With over 20 years of experience in public service, Ransom is a former Tracy city councilmember and an outspoken advocate for social justice, equitable education and economic empowerment.  Ransom currently serves as chair…

The Evening Features the George Coleman Quintet in Concert with Steve Myerson, John Webber, Peter Bernstein and George Coleman, Jr.,and Special Guests, Camille Thurman, Sarah Hanahan, Alexander McCabe, Eric Alexander, Gideon Tazelaar and Adam Brenner Tickets: $25.00-$55.00 | ticketing.jazz.org NEW YORK, NY, December 22, 2025  – The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (LAEF) will present the…

ONT passenger volumes on track to exceed 7 million this year Ontario, California – December 15, 2025) – Ontario International Airport (ONT) officials are preparing for record passenger volume during the upcoming winter holidays and embracing all in the spirit of the season. The ONT forecast anticipates more than 362,000 passengers over the 18-day winter…

San Bernardino County hosted a visit by California Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency Secretary Tomiquia Moss on Friday for a tour of two major affordable housing communities in the valley region. The visit highlighted the county’s efforts to expand affordable housing and strengthen collaboration with the state. Secretary Moss toured Pacific Village, one of…