Category: Local & Community

Truly “The Truth” Adams, the fifteen you old Formula 4 driving sensation recently spent time with his local fan base during a special meet-and-greet. The event was hosted by Daniel’s Jewelers at the Moreno Valley Mall. Guests were able to meet Truly, received autographs and got an up-close look at his Formula 4 race car….

BMO and Sapphire Global Media Group recently partnered to host a small business workshop in San Bernardino. The workshop was held at the Rezek Centre on the campus of St. Bernardine Medical Center.  The attendees received an informative presentation conducted by BMO that educated them on a number of BMO small business products and services….

(Ontario, California ) – Led by a 31% surge in international travel, Ontario International Airport (ONT) passenger volumes climbed to almost 4.7 million over the first eight months of the year—up 0.3% from the year before. ONT served more than 450,000 international fliers during the first eight months, reflecting an increased number of flights to Taiwan…

By Ross O’Keefe Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts is accused of grabbing a teen cheerleader’s butt during a community event photo op on Tuesday — and his sickened residents are demanding he step down. Community members are pushing the 73-year-old, who has served the city as mayor since 2011, to resign immediately. “You need to go today….

Regina Wilson | California Black Media    “We have to lean into talking about money and economics, economic development.”  U.S. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA-37) delivered that message as California leaders gathered in Washington, D.C., during Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Week for a conversation about economic power, strengthening Black institutions and investing in the people and…

Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ ‌|‌ ‌California‌ ‌Black‌ ‌Media‌ As artificial intelligence rapidly expands into health care and other high-stakes fields, Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order Sept. 18 accelerating California’s efforts to independently oversee AI companies and strengthen safety guardrails. The order advances the development of an emergency shutdown mechanism, or “kill switch,” for advanced…

Celebrating 65 Years of Sisterhood, Service, and Community Impact The Inland Ivy Foundation and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Eta Nu Omega Chapter invite the community to celebrate 65 years of sisterhood, service, and commitment to all mankind throughout Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Join us for an unforgettable Harlem-inspired Dinner and AKAsino style night…

Rev. Leon “Sonny” Clark, Longtime Orange County Pastor and Community Leader, Dies at 72 Bo Tefu | California Black Media  Rev. Leon William “Sonny” Clark, longtime pastor of New Spirit Baptist Church in Santa Ana and a respected faith and community leader in Orange County, died Sept. 9. He was 72. Born Oct. 2, 1953,…

Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media About 500 California public safety workers gathered at the State Capitol on Sept. 14 to urge Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign legislation that would allow enhanced retirement benefits for certain first responders. Authored by Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D-Inglewood), Assembly Bill (AB) 1383 would modify public employee retirement benefits…

The 15-year-old Formula 4 racing driver from Riverside, the first American to reach the FEED Racing finals in France, signs autographs at Moreno Valley Mall at Towngate on Saturday, September 26. MORENO VALLEY, Calif., September 16, 2026 — Daniel’s Jewelers will host Formula 4 racing driver Truly Adams for a public meet and greet on Saturday, September 26 from 2 to 5 PM at…

Deets: We are excited to announce that the Lucas Museum  of Narrative Art will open to the public on September 22, 2026, in Los  Angeles, California. Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, our new  cultural institution seeks to explore how stories connect people and capture  the human experience, building on the belief that illustrated…

By Bo Tefu California Black Media Local housing capacity, behavioral health services and criminal justice policies are playing a role in California’s homelessness and drug crises, according to a new report examining how policy decisions have affected outcomes across the state. The report compiled by the Public Policy Institute of California found that counties that…

By John Fensterwald, EdSource As a key element in the state’s package of early literacy reforms, Gov. Gavin Newsom included $200 million in last year’s state budget to pay for instructing elementary school teachers in the new reading strategies. On Wednesday, the State Board of Education approved 31 training programs that school districts can  That…

Inland Regions Mark your calendars for California’s largest annual volunteer cleanup effort, Coastal Cleanup Day! On Saturday, Sept.19, communities will come together to remove litter from rivers, creeks, wetlands and other inland waterways. Trash, packaging, and improperly disposed waste from sources on land account for 80% of the marine debris found on beaches during cleanups…

On Sept. 1, Cindy Faulkner was appointedFirst 5 San Bernardino’s new executive director. Faulkner steps into the role with 22 years of experience at First 5 San Bernardino, most recently serving as interim executive director and, before that, assistant director. Throughout her tenure, she has helped strengthen partnerships and coordinated systems of support that give…

Celebrating Excellence. Honoring Service. Inspiring the Next Generation. The Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce – Inland Cities East Chapter, in partnership with  YouthBuild Inland Empire and LUE Productions Community Umbrella Services, proudly invites the community to submit nominations for the 7th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service Gala Awards. This prestigious event recognizes…

 On Sunday, September 6, 2026, at approximately 4:03 a.m., deputies from the Victorville Station, along with personnel from the Victorville Fire Department and American Medical Response (AMR), responded to the area of Silica Drive and First Avenue in Victorville for a vehicle that had collided with a pedestrian. The preliminary investigation revealed a black Mercedes-Benz…

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. – Alton Garrett, Founder and Managing Partner of Garrett Management Group LLC, will receive a Black Rose Award at the 34th Annual Black Rose Award Celebration on Saturday, September 12, at Cal State San Bernardino.  When he heard he had been nominated for a Black Rose Award, Garrett said, “It is an honor to be nominated for this prestigious…

Edward Henderson | California Black Media More than five decades ago, a tragedy at a Sacramento ice cream parlor exposed a critical gap in the region’s ability to care for people suffering from severe burns. Today, that tragedy remains part of the origin story of the Firefighters Burn Institute (FFBI), a Sacramento-based organization whose work…

Free performances weekly on the Artsakh Paseo celebrate music, connection and community spirit GLENDALE, CA  –– The Jewel City Concert Series returns this fall with five consecutive Saturdays of free live music on the Artsakh Paseo, located at 127 Artsakh Avenue in Glendale’s Downtown Arts & Entertainment District. From September 26 through October 24, the…

California Puts Black Girl Joy on the Calendar Every Aug. 10 Bo Tefu | California Black Media California has designated Aug. 10 as Black Girl Joy Day, an annual statewide celebration of Black girls’ achievements, talents and potential. Assembly Concurrent Resolution (ACR) 226, authored by Assemblymember Lori D. Wilson, D-Suisun City, was chaptered by the…

 Riverside, CA, September, 1st, 2026 – This September, during Hunger Action Month (HAM), Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is joining the nationwide Feeding America network in calling on the Inland Empire (IE) community to Play Your Part. As the cost of essentials like groceries and energy continue to put pressure on household budgets,…

Sustainable transportation is making its way to the Inland Empire RIVERSIDE, CA — August 31, 2026 — Recently Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) unveiled its new hydrogen fueling station and zero-emission hydrogen-powered buses at its headquarters in Riverside. The introduction of these buses marks the beginning of RTA’s transition from Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powered buses to a fully…

Recognition reflects more than three decades of artistic practice, arts leadership, and community engagement in the Inland Empire   SAN BERNARDINO, CA, August 2026 — Southern California multidisciplinary artist Adeola Davies-Aiyeloja has been selected as a 2026 California Arts Council Individual Artist Fellowship Legacy Artist Fellow, recognizing her sustained artistic practice, community engagement, and cultural impact. …