Best known as the cool, smooth-talking Detective Ricardo “Rico” Tubbs in the 1980s hit television series, “Miami Vice,” legendary actor Phillip Michael Thomas made a name for himself in the entertainment industry, with a career that spanned over four decades. Thirty-six years after the premiere of the iconic show, fans of it still hold it…
Nationwide (BlackNews.com) — Founded by Scott Johnson, U Fit The Description is an apparel line that aims to put the spotlight on social justice and equality by fighting against racism and inequality within the community. Though the social injustice and discrimination by law enforcement gained limelight following George Floyd’s assassination, the bigotry is deep-rooted within…
No need to wait in line or even leave home Sacramento – A record number of Californians are avoiding a trip to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office by using the DMV’s online services or a self-service kiosk. Millions of customers have taken advantage of these convenient options, including: 23 million online transactions in…
VICTORVILLE – The San Bernardino County Fair, in partnership with Helm and Sons Amusements, will put on a modified in person Fair that will include all your traditional Fair favorites including carnival rides and games, livestock, food and retail vendors, cold beer and live music from local bands. The SBC Fair will be held over…
San Bernardino County has established the San Bernardino County Rent Relief Partnership, an emergency rental assistance program that will leverage more than $46.8 million in federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 funds to provide rental and utility assistance to county residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The County has teamed up with Inland SoCal 211+…
SAN BERNARDINO, CA―Applications for the San Bernardino County Civil Grand Jury are being accepted. Successful applicants will serve as Grand Jurors for the 2022 calendar year beginning on January 1, 2022 and ending December 31, 2022. The Civil Grand Jury is charged by the California Penal Code to investigate all aspects of the county, including…
(Black PR Wire) Washington, D.C. – The Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) is proud to support the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Uterine Fibroid Research and Education Act of 2021, which was introduced by Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY). Women suffering from uterine fibroids in America has reached epidemic proportions, and Black women suffer at higher rates…
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is pleased to announce the eighth annual California Invasive Species Youth Art Contest. This year’s theme, “Be An Invasive Species Detective,” encourages students to think about how paying attention to their surroundings can protect against the spread of invasive species. “Detectives look for clues and use observation…
CA COVID-19 Rent Relief application portal opens today $2.6 billion in federal aid to assist Californians impacted by the pandemic Call Center, toll-free line, and community-based organizations assisting with effort; and applications available in multiple languages to connect hardest hit communities to relief SACRAMENTO – In keeping with Governor Gavin Newsom’s commitment to ensuring individuals…
Lowest Amount Of New COVID Cases Since CMS Started Tracking In May 2020 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and long term care facilities across the country that provide care to approximately five million people each year, released a report…
The San Bernardino County Library is partnering with In-N-Out Burger again this year to promote reading among children this spring. The Cover to Cover program kicks off on Saturday, March 6 and will run through Saturday, April 17. This program will encourage students to readin all communities across the County. To participate in this program,…
The San Bernardino County Library invites residents to join on Facebook and Zoom for the Celebrating Dr. Seuss Virtual Event from March 1 to 6. Enjoy an amazing week of crafts and performances celebrating Dr. Seuss on Zoom and Facebook Livestream. Join us on Tuesday, March 2 at 4 p.m. for a Facebook Livestream “A…
San Bernardino, CA— Today, Rep. Pete Aguilar announced that Inland Behavioral Health Services, Inc. (IBHS) received two grants from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The first grant of $2,488,515 will help IBHS provide an array of key health care services to low-income and at-risk populations throughout the Inland Empire. The second grant…
Sacramento – The California Primary Care Association (CPCA) applauds the Biden Administration for sending vaccines directly to community health centers, recognizing the role they play within their communities as trusted providers of care. The Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) Vaccination Program was launched this week and included 25 FQHCs, five of which are in California,…
SACRAMENTO – With six million administered doses of the COVID-19 vaccine administered statewide, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) today released a new public service announcement (PSA) campaign. The PSAs features real California mothers making an emotional connection to highlight the importance of getting the vaccine. The mothers talk about what COVID-19 has taken…
by: KTLA Digital Staff Posted: Jan 23, 2021 / 01:48 PM PST / Updated: Jan 23, 2021 / 02:09 PM PST This story was originally published by KTLA 5 Police are investigating after a young man was killed in what appears to be a road rage shooting in San Bernardino Friday, officials said. Officers responded to reports of a…
The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has charged Ervin Padgett (Age 37 of Fort Irwin) with murder. CASE SYNOPSIS On Tuesday, December 1, 2020, detectives from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department conducted a death investigation at Fort Irwin. During their investigation, Ervin Padgett was arrested. After reviewing this case, our office has charged…
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) today announced multiple provisions in the annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that will help Inland Empire manufacturers streamline supply chains and better collaborate with Manufacturing USA Institutes and Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Centers. Preventing Supply Chain Disruptions for Small and Medium Manufacturers: Rep. Torres passed a…
by: Sareen Habeshian Posted: Dec 23, 2020 / 05:41 PM PST / Updated: Dec 23, 2020 / 05:52 PM PST This story was originally published by KTLA 5. A San Bernardino man was arrested on suspicion of killing his girlfriend after originally telling officers she had committed suicide, officials announced Wednesday. Jamol Stewart, 20, was arrested this month for the…
SACRAMENTO – California State Treasurer Fiona Ma has been selected by leaders in the finance industry as the winner of the 10th Annual Freda Johnson Public Sector Award for Trailblazing Women in Public Finance for having broken through numerous glass ceilings and for her commitment to mentoring young women in the workplace. The award by…
The San Bernardino County Museum announces the repatriation of culturally significant objects made by matriarchs of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. Coinciding with the annual National Native American Heritage Month, the approval for the transfer took place at the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors’ Nov. 17 meeting. At a time when socio-cultural…
RIVERSIDE – As part of its longstanding history, the San Bernardino-Riverside Area Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated will honor two outstanding community leaders with the Dorothy Inghram Social Action Advocate Award on Sunday, November 8, 2020. The Chapter proudly announces the selection of Dr. Judy D. White as a 2020 honoree in…
Riverside County is being allowed to remain in the red tier for at least week after local officials requested more time to improve the metrics and avoid moving back to the most restrictive tier. State officials on Tuesday announced that Riverside County would stay in the red tier during the “adjudication process” and see whether…
Mercury policyholders who have been displaced or forced to evacuate and need living expenses reimbursement or need to file a claim for covered losses due to blazes burning in NorCal should contact Mercury at (800) 503-3724 LOS ANGELES, Calif. (September 29, 2020) – The red flag fire warnings have sparked fierce fires in Northern…