By BlackPressUSA Newswire HOUSTON DEFENDER — A recent article examines what it describes as an unprecedented use of the Oval Office for private enrichment by former President Donald Trump. While past eras featured monumental acts of plunder, the article argues something different is occurring, with institutions designed to provide checks and balances either looking away…
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…
By Diana Lambert, EdSource School board members at dozens of California districts have voted to increase their own pay by thousands of dollars per year after a 2025 law raised trustee compensation limits for the first time in 41 years. In the first six months of the year, Elk Grove Unified School District trustees raised…
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…
By Larry Gordon, EdSource After a recent playground disagreement at recess, a first grader at Pacific Sky Elementary School in San Diego County came back to class in tears. The youngster asked her teacher whether she could enter a so-called “cozy cube,” a cushioned box in the classroom big enough for one child to stretch…
By SweSwe Aye LOS ANGELES – In 2021, Mya publicly defied the military regime in Burma. Today she is among some 4,000 Burmese nationals here with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) who are facing deportation back to the country of their birth. For Mya, who is in her mid-50s, her return to Burma (also known as…
New bill would provide State AGs and voters with ability to enforce federal election protections and protect voters’ ballots from seizure WASHINGTON, D.C. — As President Trump escalates his efforts to interfere in the administration of American elections ahead of the upcoming 2026 midterms, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Rules…
Democrats hold a modest edge on the generic ballot, while their voters are more attentive to the campaign WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 23, 2026) – By a wide margin, voters most want to hear congressional candidates talk about economic issues, with many specifically citing prices and affordability, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. But…
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…
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D-Inglewood) is advancing legislation that would prohibit unauthorized drones from operating within 400 feet of large outdoor ticketed entertainment events. Assembly Bill 2113, titled “Aviation: Unmanned Aircraft Systems: Ticketed Entertainment Events,” passed the Senate Public Safety Committee on June 30 by a 6-0 vote…
By Karen Heslop A lot of research has gone into establishing a relationship between having a healthy gut and maintaining good overall health. The question is though, how do you know if you have an unhealthy gut? Well, there are a few tell-tale signs to look out for. The good news is that it’s never…
By Dr. Patrick Thompson Living with HIV presents unique challenges, particularly as it relates to maintaining a strong immune system, which is crucial for overall health and well-being. In addition to antiretroviral therapy (ART), proper nutrition plays a pivotal role in supporting the immune system of individuals with HIV. In this article, we’ll explore seven…
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…
By BlackPressUSA Newswire For more than three decades, my work has been rooted in West Baltimore, where the gap between scientific progress and community benefit is not theoretical; it is something families experience every day. That is why a recent announcement about a new treatment for metastatic pancreatic cancer demanded my attention. New clinical data…
Wanda Haynes-Certified Sommelier The Mall of America is the largest shopping and entertainment complex in the Western Hemisphere. Located in Bloomington, Minnesota, it spans 5.6 million square feet and has over 520 stores. Indoor theme parks, a fantastic vacation destination, drawing millions of visitors annually. If you’re a shop until you drop type personality, Mall…
By Emil Amok Guillermo I came to Winnipeg to perform my one-man show, 69, Emil Amok: Anchorman—The News Made Me Do It. I didn’t expect to leave with another lesson about America. It came over dim sum. After the show, Shirley—a Chinese Canadian—and her friend Chris, a Sri Lankan-Mauritian Canadian—insisted on taking me to a…
By: A.R. Shaw BLACKPRESSUSA OP-ED: LeBron James picked Philadelphia to close out his career, and pairing with Jaylen Brown makes the 76ers instant contenders. But the bigger story is what the two of them do once the game ends: foundations, schools, voter mobilization, and a refusal to stay quiet. LeBron James’ decision to join the…
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…
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…
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 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,…
By John Fensterwald, EdSource State Superintendent of Public Instruction candidate Sonja Shaw has called the new law that strips the next state superintendent’s authority to manage the California Department of Education an unconstitutional “sweeping power grab.” On Fox, X and elsewhere, she has vowed to sue Gov. Gavin Newsom and the Legislature to prevent…
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…
By BlackPressUSA Newswire BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Outdated enterprise security is a breach waiting to happen. Learn here how quality cloud solutions can help protect your firm against evolving digital threats. Cloud solutions can help overhaul enterprise protection against evolving threats Cloud solutions can help enhance enterprise protection from new threats by shifting away from perimeter-based…
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…