Category: Local & Community

By Julian Do For millions of Californians, ethnic and community media are more than a patchwork of local news sources. These outlets are “trusted messengers,” part of an expansive information network connecting otherwise hard to reach communities across the state.  A new legislative proposal would, if approved, shift how California communicates with its residents leveraging…

History was made when Governor Newsom appoints Lizet Angulo a latina Community Leader and National Chef the first hispanic President on the SB County Fair Board and Governor Newsom appoints Kisha Collier, who was nominated by Lizet as the first black woman  to the San Bernardino County Fair Board   Kisha Collier, of Victorville, has…

Thomas Peele Student journalists at the Redwood Bark at Redwood High School in Marin County aren’t alone in facing recent attempts to control student journalism. Despite protections in a 1977 landmark state law, the Student Free Expression Act, which prohibits administrators from interfering with the gathering and publication of news, student reporters and their journalism…

The new headquarters of Valdez Educational Services will be dedicated to the late Bonnie Sheree Johnson, a civil rights advocate best known for her role in fighting school segregation during the 1960s and as a “torchbearer” for civil rights in the Inland Empire (advancing educational equality and community empowerment).   SAN BERNARDINO, CA —Valdez Educational…

Happy Birthday! Commander Victor Glover 🎉 Astronaut Victor Glover’s Grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Maxwell By Ellen Turner On April 30, 1976, Astronaut Victor Glover was born with a dynamic spirit—grounded yet imaginative, realistic yet driven by possibility. From an early age, he carried a youthful, high-energy presence and a passion for flight that would one…

RIVERSIDE, CA —  Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Phi Upsilon Chapter’s inaugural Golden Renaissance Scholarship Gala recognizes Black leaders whose contributions have shaped education, public service, and community empowerment in the Inland Empire. The Gala is Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM, in the Grand Parisian Ballroom at the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa…

Riverside, CA April 21, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is expressing concern for the CalFood program funding at risk of not being renewed for the upcoming year. This funding helps secure our current food system and offsets the negative effects of HR-1 and the CalFresh changes set to be implemented through…

by Rev. Dorothy Boulware By most accounts, the marriage between Tammy McCollum, pastor at The Well Worship Center in Statesville, N.C., and Eddie McCollum appeared to be loving and stable.  Their grown daughter never saw any signs of trouble between her parents, and Tammy McCollum herself exalted her husband, Eddie McCollum, on their 30th wedding…

By Roxsy Lin As immigrant detentions and deportations continue across the United States, fraudsters are seizing the moment. Scams targeting vulnerable families desperate to reunite with detained loved ones or to resolve outstanding immigration issues have proliferated. That was the consensus among experts from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) during a recent American Community Media…

Asm. Mia Bonta “Tells the Truth” About Bill Conservatives Say Would Silence Citizen Journalists Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media     Assemblymember Mia Bonta (D-Oakland) is pushing back against criticism of her bill, Assembly (AB) 2624, releasing a video statement on X defending the legislation and accusing critics of spreading misinformation….

Edward Henderson | California Black Media   As California heads into the 2026 election cycle, all four elected seats on the State Board of Equalization are up for grabs, with voters in each of the agency’s four geographic districts choosing a representative. The board—which handles tax appeals, property tax oversight and equalization, and other key functions…

SAN BERNARDINO, CA – San Bernardino Valley College, in partnership with the League of Women Voters, San Bernardino Area, announces a nonpartisan candidate forum scheduled for April 29 and April 30.   Valley College supports civic engagement and voter education by hosting this nonpartisan candidate forum in partnership with the League of Women Voters. Date: April…

Forest Lawn-Hollywood Hills’s Memorial Day commemoration is the featured event in family-friendly, parkwide observances Monday, May 25, 2026 Forest Lawn Memorial-Parks Cathedral City, Covina Hills, Cypress, Glendale, Hollywood Hills, Long Beach GLENDALE, CA—Forest Lawn will honor fallen veterans with free Memorial Day remembrances at each of its six Southern California locations: Cathedral City, Covina Hills,…

The Little Sunshine Foundation recently hosted its Little Sunshine Foundation/Sunshine Royale Casino & Music Night, which happens every two years. The sold out event was held at the Glendora Country Club, located in the City of Glendora at 2400 Country Club Dr., 91741, and the crowd enjoyed great food, great music, a lot of casino…

We are 10 days away from one of the most inspiring nights of the year and we need to know — do you have your tickets yet? Time for Change Foundation’s 24th Annual Awards Gala, Anchored in Promise, Powered by Purpose, is just around the corner and seats are going fast. This is your community,…

John Fensterwald “This story was originally published by EdSource.  Top Takeaways A new governor with an agenda of new programs could find a chilly reception from districts. A continuing decline in statewide enrollment will erode districts’ ability to cover operating expenses and increase staff pay. Ideas for financial relief include increasing money for special education,…

Wanda Haynes-Certified Sommelier This wine and cheese pairing article is based on listings from several recent food and government websites. Top three cheeses consumed by Americans are:  ● Mozzarella  ● Cheddar ● Processed cheese  With this in mind let’s do some wine pairing and create leisure moments in our lives. We all know that Americans…

In-store or online, Inland Empire residents can turn everyday shopping into local meals for families in need. Riverside, CA April 7th, 2026 – For the 13th consecutive year, all U.S. Walmart stores and Sam’s Club locations are launching the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign, including right here in the Inland Empire (IE). The goal of…

The Desert in Transition, an exhibition of watercolor landscapes by Bernard Hoyes, opens for public viewing at the Victor Valley Museum in Apple Valley from April 27 through June 28. For more than 30 years, Hoyes has drawn inspiration from the desert landscapes of Southern California, particularly the Coachella Valley, where he lives and works….

By Staff Reporter United States — Victor J. Glover has made history as the first Black astronaut selected to pilot a mission traveling to the Moon, marking a groundbreaking moment for both space exploration and representation in science and technology. Glover serves as the pilot of Artemis II, the first crewed lunar mission in more…