Category: Local & Community
Urban One to Launch “ONE Yard: The HBCU Experience”–a Multi-City Tour Bringing the Cultural Power of the HBCU Yard to Life
SILVER SPRING, MD, August 11, 2026 — Urban One, the nation’s largest distributor of Black and Urban content, today announced the official launch of ONE Yard: The HBCU Experience, a multi-city engagement tour celebrating the culture, community, and legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Originally born as a digital sanctuary, ONE Yard is…
LAUSD could face layoffs, furloughs and school consolidation amid projected $231M shortfall
By Mallika Seshadri, EdSource Los Angeles Unified School District leaders say they are confident they can persuade county officials that the district can avoid a projected cash shortfall and remain under local control, and are preparing for budget cuts, possible furloughs and school consolidation. A July 2 letter from the Los Angeles County Office…
Salvation Army and City of San Bernardino unite families through collaborative homelessness response
Partnership turns emergency housing into lasting hope and stability. What began as an emergency response to homelessness became a comprehensive solution focused on family connection and long-term well-being. SAN BERNARDINO, CA – The Salvation Army and the City of San Bernardino announced a successful family reunification case that demonstrates the power of community collaboration in…
Marcelino “Mars” Serna to Receive a Black Rose Award
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif.— The 34th Annual Black Rose Award nominees showcase the outstanding leadership within the Inland Empire, according to Black Culture Foundation President Christen Irving. “Nominations started in September, with individuals from every corner of the Inland Empire nominating those who have made a profound impact on our communities.” 2026 Black Rose awardee Marcelino…
Lose the Chaos, Not Just the Weight: Healthy School-Year Routines
Milwaukee, WI — When the school year begins, routines naturally start to take shape. Early mornings, packed schedules, and busy evenings can make it challenging to prioritize your health. TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly SM), the nonprofit weight-loss support organization with a “Real People. Real Weight Loss.®” philosophy, teaches that consistent routines and…
Santa Clarita native participates in world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise
By Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist John Osborne, Navy Office of Community Outreach PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii – 2nd Lt. Philip Olivero, a native of Santa Clarita, California, is assigned to the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) embarked aboard USS Essex, a U.S. Navy warship participating in the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise in…
The JW Vines Society Summer Health Academy Celebrates 24 Years of Mentoring Future Physicians at Annual Banquet
RIVERSIDE, CA – The JW Vines Society announces the Elma Vines Summer Health Academy Banquet on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM. This special event celebrates two decades of excellence in mentoring the next generation of medical professionals through hands-on learning and dedicated interactions with physicians. For 24 years, the Elma Vines Summer Health…
Protect Yourself and Your Community from Cyclosporiasis
The San Bernardino County Department of Public Health is encouraging residents to take steps to help prevent cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. There have been two cases in San Bernardino County this year; however, public health officials have not identified any outbreaks or clusters in the county. Cyclospora spreads…
Ontario International Airport unveils next-generation passenger screening
Expanded checkpoint delivers faster passenger flow, enhanced security as ONT continues decade of growth ONTARIO, Calif. (July 27, 2026) — Travelers flying through Ontario International Airport (ONT) will enjoy a faster, more seamless security screening experience with the opening of a dramatically expanded passenger screening checkpoint in Terminal 2, with similar enhancements scheduled to open…
Billed as a “party with a purpose,” the event raises critical funds that bypass bureaucratic red tape to assist area residents navigating a breast cancer diagnosis directly
RIVERSIDE, CA — A powerful new partnership is taking flight in Riverside to support local breast cancer patients. The CARE Project, Inc. has teamed up with the Riverside Airport Cafe to host the 2026 “Casino Night with CARE” fundraising event. The annual charity gala will take place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 6:00 PM…
Political Playback: California Capitol News You Might Have Missed
Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media “The Power to See Threats Sooner”: Gov. Newsom, Safety Officials, Showcase California’s Investments in Hi-Tech Wildfire Prevention On July 21, Gov. Gavin Newsom held a presentation in Sacramento, alongside state emergency officials, to showcase California’s major investments in cutting-edge firefighting technology and wildfire prevention. The…
Agricultural Engineer Effie Gant Plans Bay Area Farmers Market Initiative
By BlackPressUSA Newswire In her 80s and still actively working as an agricultural engineer, Effie Gant continues to break barriers in urban farming and community leadership. The certified USDA grower and respected urban farmer, based in South Sacramento, was recently spotted vending at the Freedom Farmers’ Market by the Temescal Street Fair on Saturday, July…
What the insurance industry sees when it looks at your home
By BlackPressUSA Newswire Find out what criteria the insurance industry uses when looking at your home. Learn insider tips and how to ensure your home is fully covered. What the insurance industry sees when it looks at your home is why its replacement cost matters more than its market value, and that home upgrades can…
Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs Law Streamlining Affordable Housing Rules
By BlackPress USA Newswire The legislation builds on the governor’s efforts that have reversed decades of inaction on housing and homelessness — creating more homes and the largest reduction in unsheltered homelessness in more than 15 years. In Oakland on July 13, Gov. Newsom signed AB 179 — the state’s new housing budget trailer bill…
California bill could push schools to use unspent Prop. 28 arts education funds
California bill could push schools to use unspent Prop. 28 arts education funds By Vani Sanganeria, EdSource California lawmakers are advancing legislation to revise how school districts implement Proposition 28, the voter-approved initiative that promised roughly $1 billion annually in new arts and music education in schools. Assembly Bill 2440, authored by Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi,…
Political Playback: California Capitol News You Might Have Missed
Bo Tefu | California Black Media Beyond Politics: California Legislators Across Party Lines Celebrate Lori Wilson at 50 In a Capitol more often defined by policy debates and partisan differences, California lawmakers recently offered a reminder that respect, friendship and collegiality can still rise above politics. On July 17, legislators from both sides of…
City of Victorville to Host Free Educational Concert for Kids: July 30
Free event teaches children about organics recycling and composting through music & entertainment with the EcoHero Show Team VICTORVILLE, Calif. —The City of Victorville is partnering with the EcoHero Show team to host a free Kids’ Organics Recycling Concert on Thursday, July 30 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Cultural Arts Center of…
Assemblymember Mike Gipson: Tragic Compton Shootings Drive Home Need for Stronger Gun Control Legislation
Solomon O. Smith | California Black Media Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson (D-Carson) says a deadly Fourth of July weekend shooting in Compton that claimed the life of one of his former staff members underscores the urgent need for stronger gun safety laws at both the state and federal levels. The shooting was one of…
LAUSD, California school districts seek money, changes to social media apps in lawsuits
L.A. Unified and other school districts are suing companies like Meta, Google and TikTok for platforms they say are ‘addictive’ for children. By Vani Sanganeria, EdSource Meta, Google, TikTok and other social media companies could soon be compelled to fund student mental health services and redesign features alleged to encourage compulsive use if school districts…
Inland Empire Legislative Caucus secures state funding for new judgeships to expand access to justice
The Inland Empire Caucus recognized the inclusion of funding in the 2026-27 State Budget to begin expanding judicial capacity in California’s most under-resourced courts, including the Inland Empire. The budget provides $44 million annually, to support the phased implementation of 13 new superior court judgeships and $100 million for related court facilities authorized by Chapter…
California’s Unhoused Seniors: A Crisis Within the State’s Homelessness Crisis
Edward Henderson | California Black Media California’s homelessness crisis is increasingly becoming an aging crisis, as a growing number of older adults experience housing instability at a stage of life when health challenges, fixed incomes and mobility limitations can make finding stability far more difficult. Nearly half — about 48% — of single adults…
Advocacy Groups Call for LAUSD Investigation Over Alleged Racism, Retaliation Against Black Educators
Edward Henderson | California Black Media The Black Educator Advocates Network (BEAN) and the NAACP San Fernando Valley Branch are calling for an independent investigation into what they say is a longstanding pattern of racial harassment and retaliation against Black educators in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). During a July 9 virtual press…
City of Rancho Cucamonga Opens Candidate Filing Period for the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election
Rancho Cucamonga, California – The City of Rancho Cucamonga has opened the candidate filing period for the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election. The election includes two Council Member seats voted by district: Districts 2 and 3, as well as the office of Mayor, which is elected at large. Prospective candidates may obtain nomination…
Protecting your health during a wildfire: What Southern California residents should know
By: Dr. Dinelli Monson, Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare Employer & Individual Plans of California A wildfire can change daily life quickly in Southern California when residents face smoky skies, reduced air quality, and the possibility of evacuation during periods of elevated wildfire activity. While conditions may look different from one community to the next, smoke,…
