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,…
By Alvin Buyinza Overview: According to the Government Accountability Office, while nearly half of the Education Department’s Office of Civil Rights staff were laid off last year, the federal agency resolved 90 percent of discrimination cases during that time. The Education Department office responsible for protecting the rights of marginalized and minority students in the…
Sandy Hook Promise and Centene Foundation Help Students Connect with Their Classmates NEWTOWN, Conn.– Friday the 13th will be a lucky day for students at thousands of schools across the country who celebrate National No One Eats Alone® Day, a program of Sandy Hook Promise created to end social isolation and help students get to…
By Laura Turner-Essel, PhD As a mother of four children, I’ve done A LOT of school shopping. I don’t mean the autumn ritual of purchasing school supplies. I mean shopping for schools – pouring over promotional materials, combing through websites, asking friends and community members for referrals to their favorite schools, attending open houses and…
Kevin Harris and Richard McDaniel Donald Trump won 48% of Latino voters in 2024 – the best Republican showing in half a century. Fourteen months later, 70% disapprove of his performance as President. What changed? The price of groceries. Pew Research found 68% of Latinos say things are worse for them today than a year…
Early this year, the California Budget & Policy Center (Budget Center) released timely analyses examining the impacts of federal policy changes on Californians’ access to food and essential services, along with an overview of the governor’s proposed 2026-27 California state budget. To learn more about each publication, please see below: Timeline of Funding Cuts to…
SAN FRANCISCO (February 9, 2026) – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the selection of 11 California organizations to receive approximately $500,000 each in Brownfields Job Training grant funding. Grants awarded to California are nearly half of the $12 million awarded nationally. This funding will help the organizations recruit, train, and place workers for…