Category: Government & Politics
“Black in Action” Advocacy Day Empowering Change and Community Advancement on Juneteenth
The Black Leadership Council (BLC), a statewide coalition of leaders seeking to improve conditions for Black Californians and other vulnerable populations across our state, will gather in Sacramento on June 19th for their third annual legislative day of action. Together, leaders from across public and private sectors will engage with key policy makers in Sacramento…
Feeding America Riverside| San Bernardino Celebrates Expansion with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Riverside Building
(Riverside, CA – June 18, 2024) Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) proudly celebrated its recent expansion into their new FARSB Hunger Resource Center in Riverside. The grand ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on Thursday, June 6th, marked a significant milestone in FARSB’s ongoing mission to combat hunger and serve the community. “Hunger is often called…
CSLB Conducts Joint Sting with NSCB in South Lake Tahoe
Sacramento, CA – The Contractors State License Board’s (CSLB) Statewide Investigative Fraud Team (SWIFT), in partnership with the Nevada State Contractors Board (NCSB), conducted an undercover sting operation in late May to catch unlicensed contractors in South Lake Tahoe. Six individuals will be referred to the El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office for charges related…
U.S. Department of Education Launches Next Phase of FAFSA Support Strategy to Boost Completion Rate Among High School Students
The U.S. Department of Education (Department) today announced additional steps to support students and their families with the Better FAFSA. The Department is launching a multi-million-dollar program as part of the FAFSA Student Support Strategy to help school districts, state, nonprofits and other public and private organizations with efforts to boost FAFSA completion. Since the…
Global Transportation and Freight Company to Pay $7.9 Million for Environmental Violations in Multiple California Counties
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, Calif. – The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has resolved a civil suit against XPO, Inc. and XPO Logistics, a global transportation and logistics company that provides supply chain solutions to businesses in various industries. XPO leased, owned or operated several facilities in San Bernardino County, and other counties in California…
Governor Newsom Honors Fallen California Peace Officers at Memorial Ceremony
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today joined local, state, and law enforcement leaders in honoring fallen California peace officers at the annual California Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony. Governor Newsom honors fallen California peace officers at memorial ceremony WHAT GOVERNOR NEWSOM SAID: “These officers served with resilience and resolve, prioritizing the needs of others above their…
This Older Californians Month, Start the Conversation with Your Family to Connect with California’s Aging Resources
Enhanced Aging Resource Guide from the California Department of Aging Connects Older Adults, Adults with Disabilities, and Family Caregivers with a Variety of Resources Available in the State SACRAMENTO – Governor Newsom proclaimed May as Older Californians Month and this year’s theme of connection highlights the importance that social engagement and meaningful relationships have on…
CDFW Warns Dog Owners to Be Mindful of Salmon Poisoning Disease
Dog owners in California are reminded to take precautions to protect their pets from Salmon Poisoning Disease. Salmon Poisoning Disease is a potentially fatal condition seen only in dogs after they eat certain types of raw or cold smoked fish like trout and salmon that are infected with a bacteria-like organism, Neorickettsia helminthoeca, which is…
Funding to address Fruit Fly Infestation Celebrated by Assemblymember Reyes
(Sacramento, CA) — Earlier this week, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation reflecting an early action budget agreement. In addition to taking a major step forward in addressing the state’s budget short fall, this action provided $22.1 million to address fruit fly infestations across the state. On March 8th, Reyes and a bipartisan group of legislative…
What Happens if Your Prostate Cancer Treatment Stops Working?
Dealing with prostate cancer can be a challenging journey, especially when you’ve been undergoing treatment that suddenly seems to lose its effectiveness. If you find yourself in this situation, it’s important to remember that there are still options available to you. Here are some tips to help you navigate this phase and make informed decisions…
CDC Investigating Harmful Reactions to Counterfeit Botox
A CDC investigation notice has been posted regarding harmful reactions in people who received counterfeit or otherwise mishandled botox: [Harmful Reactions Linked to Counterfeit “Botox” or Mishandled Botulinum Toxin Injections | CDC] Key Points: ·As of April 15, 2024, CDC has received reports of 19 people in 9 states who experienced harmful reactions after receiving…
San Bernardino County Signs Historic Agreement To Combat College Student Hunger
San Bernardino, Calif. – On April 12, a significant collaboration between the San Bernardino Community College District (SBCCD), California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), and the County of San Bernardino was formalized to combat student hunger. This collaboration is designed to expedite the qualification process for CalFresh, a critical federal aid program that provides monthly…
Court Reaffirms California’s Longstanding Right to Fight Vehicle Pollution
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement on today’s ruling of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit reaffirming California’s decades-old authority to set clean vehicle standards: “Today the court sided with common sense and public health against the fossil fuel industry and Republican-led states. This ruling reaffirms California’s…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces Support for Establishing an Office of Civil Rights at the California Department of Education
SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today joined State Senator Henry Stern, State Senator Susan Rubio, Jewish Public Affairs Committee of California representative Cliff Berg, and Anti-Defamation League Central Pacific Deputy Regional Director Teresa Drenick in announcing support for Senate Bill 1421 to establish an Office of Civil Rights within the California Department of…
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus Infection Reported in a Person in the U.S.
CDC’s Risk Assessment for the General Public Remains Low April 1, 2024—A person in the United States has tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) virus (“H5N1 bird flu”), as reported by Texas and confirmed by CDC. This person had exposure to dairy cattle in Texas presumed to be infected with HPAI A(H5N1)…
Padilla, Booker Announce Bill to Make Access to Equitable Health Care a Protected Civil Right
WASHINGTON, D.C. — (3/26/24)U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) announced the Equal Health Care for All Act, bicameral legislation that would make equal access to medical care a protected civil right to help address the racial inequities and structural failures in America’s health care system that have led to higher mortality rates…
Cervantes Bill to Extend Application Deadline for State Financial Aid Programs Approved by State Assembly
(SACRAMENTO) – Today, Assembly Bill 1887 by Assemblymember Sabrina Cervantes (D-Riverside), Chair of the California Latino Legislative Caucus, was approved by the State Assembly by a floor vote of 73-0. AB 1887 would extend the application deadline for state financial aid programs, including Cal Grant and the Middle Class Scholarship, from April 2 to May…
State Treasurer Fiona Ma Announces Partnership with Energy Commission to Grow ZEV Charging Infrastructure
Program will incentivize lenders to finance zero-emission vehicle charging and fueling infrastructure, builds on ZEV purchase program SACRAMENTO – State Treasurer Fiona Ma today announced the approval of an interagency agreement between the California Pollution Control Financing Authority (CPCFA) and the California Energy Commission (CEC) to implement the Zero-Emission Heavy-Duty Infrastructure (ZEHDI) Loan Pilot Project…
Governor Newsom Statement on Amicus Brief Filed with the United States Supreme Court on Homeless Encampments
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today filed an amicus brief in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson, a case that is before the United States Supreme Court. Prior rulings by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals have left few and fragmented options for local governments to confront the homelessness crisis. As a result, California’s elected…
7 Ways To Reverse Clogged (Hardened) Arteries
Your good health has an enemy — atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is common. And its effects can be very serious. This condition can lead to strokes, heart attacks, and death. But, you can take steps to protect yourself from this disease. What is atherosclerosis? The inside walls of healthy arteries are smooth and clean. This makes it…
Brightline West Announces Updates To Field Investigation Work In Southern California And Nevada
LAS VEGAS (February 26, 2024) – Brightline West announces updates to field investigation work in Southern California and Nevada within the proposed rail corridor within Interstate 15 right-of-way. Field work began in January to advance final stages of design in preparation for a groundbreaking. Brightline West will connect Las Vegas and Southern California with America’s…
City Of Rancho Palos Verdes Continues To Work With County And State Partners On Recovery Efforts
On February 20, the City of Rancho Palos Verdes City Council requested the Governor consider proclaiming a State of Emergency to suspend and waive state permitting requirements to allow the City to immediately begin work on landslide stabilization measures. The City Council’s request included requesting the President declare a federal disaster to deploy FEMA resources….
O.J. Simpson Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer; Denies Hospice
News broke this week that O.J. Simpson, the former NFL player turned actor, who was acquitted of the murder of his ex-wife and her friend in the ‘Trial of the Century’ in 1995, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy to treat it. But that diagnosis also came with a number of…
ALERT: Popular Cough Syrup Recalled Due to Possible Fungus
Some of the popular cough syrup products, Robitussin, are being recalled nationwide due to potentially deadly microbial contamination. The company that makes Robitussin syrups did not specify which microorganisms may be in the products. The recall announcement from the global consumer health products company Haleon stated that the contamination could lead to fungal infections or…
Ramos measure would count prior convictions in determining penalties for retail theft crimes if approved by legislature and then voters
Lawmaker’s bill would result in changes to 2014 Proposition 47 initiative SACRAMENTO—Prosecutors will find it easier to seek sterner penalties against retail theft suspects if a bill, AB 1772, introduced today by Assemblymember James C. Ramos (D-San Bernardino) is approved by the legislature, governor and then wins voter approval. If approved, store thefts would no…
