By Hazel Trice Edney America’s freight rail network is more than an economic engine. It is a force that shapes daily life in the cities across America where people live, work, raise their families and breathe the air. From Chicago to Kansas City, from Memphis to Houston, New Orleans, and beyond, the flow of goods…
SAN BERNARDINO, CA — The San Bernardino Democratic Luncheon Club is proud to announce its 32nd Annual Banquet and Installation of Officers, taking place on Saturday, March 14, 2026. This landmark event serves as a cornerstone for the local Democratic community, celebrating over three decades of political engagement and leadership in the region. The program…
New York, NY — Robootology, the emerging field that examines how artificial intelligence and robotics can challenge systems of white supremacy, has received strong and sustained coverage across the Black press. Outlets rooted in Black journalism immediately recognized the concept’s urgency and cultural relevance. Yet major white‑run technology publications including Wired, The Verge, TechCrunch, MIT…
UPLAND, CA – The Inland Empire Chapter of the American Advertising Federation will host Ontario International Airport’s marketing team for an exclusive panel event titled “Humanizing the Brand through Authentic Connections in the Social Space: Ontario International Airport’s Open Mic Series” on February 26, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Ontario International Airport Authority’s…
Riverside, CA — Riverside Philharmonic is pleased to present An Exclusive Evening With the Conductor…, an elegant, speakeasy-inspired fundraising benefit on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM PST. This limited-attendance event offers patrons a rare and refined opportunity to celebrate artistic creativity, musical innovation, and the future of the Philharmonic in…
By: Rhonda Smith, Executive Director, California Black Health Network Black History Month is a time to honor the brilliance and contributions of Black people across generations. It’s also a moment to reflect on how we carry that legacy forward through the everyday choices we make to protect our health, families, and communities. As Executive Director…
Bo Tefu | California Black Media California Initiative Would Exempt Some Homeowners 60 and Older From Property Taxes California voters could decide whether to exempt certain homeowners age 60 and older from paying property taxes under a new constitutional amendment now cleared to gather signatures. Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced that the…
Chef Basil, Army Veteran at 72, just reached National legendary status for the following reasons: 1. Severely brutally gang raped and survived in boot camp as a Veteran and still served his country. 2. Mental breakdown. Survived PTSD, ADD, ADHD, MIGRAINE HEADACHE (STILL HAS) 100% DISABLED. 3. Jail and prison 13 months, with a mental…
A Century of Black History This year marks a historic milestone: the 100th anniversary of the first Black History Week, established by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926. As we celebrate under the theme “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” there is no better time for families to explore the rich legacy and achievements of…
By: Dr. Rev Ambrose Caroll Sr. Black History Month is a time of reflection, and each year I think about the legacy we carry. It’s a legacy deeply tied to the land. Long before “environmentalism” was a common word, our communities knew how to live with the Earth. We learned to care for it, respect…
By Madeline de Figueiredo, Daily Yonder Major changes to a federal childcare grant program have forced student parents across the country to scramble for care in the middle of the academic year. The disruption has been felt by rural student parents acutely, where childcare options are already limited, and losing access may push students to…
by Rev. Stacy Swimp On the night of Feb. 5, 2026, a video shared to President Trump’s Truth Social account depicted former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as apes. This occurred during the first week of Black History Month, just days after a presidential proclamation praising the contributions of Black Americans. This…
by Michael Eugene Johnson There are some headlines that should never feel routine. Yet across this country—from Baltimore to Chicago to Atlanta—we continue to read the same devastating words: Child injured in accidental shooting. We call them accidents. But too often, they are acts of adult negligence. When a child gets hold of a…
SACRAMENTO OBSERVER — At the center of it all is Nights in the Valley, a Black-led line dancing group founded by Sumarah Lewis, 26, and Quincy Middleton, 33. Launched a little more than a year ago, the Sacramento-based group teaches line dancing every Wednesday night, creating a space where beginners and experienced dancers learn side…
by Megan Sayles AFRO Staff Writer This year, a final rule from the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) went into effect, defining postmarks as being applied when a mailpiece is processed. While the agency said this definition has been consistent for decades now, recent changes to transportation operations may mean mail is processed later than it’s…
by Kristen Hwang More than 31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers remained on strike Monday as the open-ended walkout entered its fourth week, disrupting patient appointments, surgeries and treatments across California and Hawaii. Bargaining teams for Kaiser and workers resumed negotiations after weeks of stalemate, but no agreement appears imminent. This is the latest of…
“This summit will inform, heal, and motivate for real progress in forming a more perfect union,” said Rev. Chuck Singleton of Kaleidoscope Global Network and Loveland Church. FONTANA, CA – The National Volunteer Council on Freedmen Affairs (NVCFA), in partnership with the Kaleidoscope Global Network, is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Reparations Summit &…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — On behalf of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) representing the Black Press of America, we extend our sincerest condolences to the Jackson family. Leadership matters. Jesse Jackson’s leadership in the Civil Rights Movement in America and the human rights movement throughout the world was outstanding. Jackson uttered a strong penetrating voice…
The Georgia Coalition for the People’s Agenda mourns the loss of one of the most influential civil rights warriors in modern history, Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr. From Operation Breadbasket, to his historic presidential campaigns, to his decades of leadership at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, Rev. Jackson dedicated his life to service, justice, and economic…
Black power couple turns southern heritage, flavor, and vision into a new category of gourmet jam. DALLAS, TEXAS – February 11, 2026 – Jam Vino, the world’s first line of wine-infused gourmet jam, is an example of Black culinary innovation, ownership, and excellence. Founded by husband and wife team Chef Lorious (Lori) Rogers and Shane…
With the growing popularity of weight loss medications, many people are turning to prescription options to help them achieve their health goals. Medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy are among the most well-known, but how do you know which one is right for you? Effectiveness of Each Medication Ozempic (Semaglutide) Originally developed for managing type…
Edward Henderson | California Black Media To stabilize and strengthen local journalism across California, the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) announced on Feb. 10 that it has launched an initiative called the Civic Media Program and appointed a diverse advisory board to steer the effort. According to GO-Biz, the grant program is…
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media On Feb. 5, the California State Assembly voted to pass Assembly Joint Resolution 25 (AJR 25) – legislation focused on maintaining lowered health care costs authored by Assemblymembers Mia Bonta (D-Alameda) and Dawn Addis (D-Morro Bay). The resolution urges the United States Congress and President Donald Trump to…
Edward Henderson | California Black Media As early as this week, Gov. Gavin Newsom could act on California Senate Bill (SB) 694, a measure approved by the Legislature that has reached his desk aimed at curbing what supporters call predatory practices against veterans seeking federal benefits, As the governor weighs whether to sign or veto…
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated, Mu Xi Lambda chapter, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Eta Nu Omega chapter, will be hosting the 38th Annual Oratorical Contest at San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S. Mt. Vernon Avenue, Room: Business 100, Parking Lot 11, San Bernardino, California, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday March 14,…
