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Expert Share Insights on Brain Health, Alzheimer’s Disease Research and Prevention
Overview: California is home to more seniors than any other state, with an estimated 720,000 Californians aged 65 and older that have Alzheimer’s disease. The California Department of Public Health has launched a statewide campaign called “Take on Alzheimer’s” to address the growing number of older Californians who are experiencing Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Doris Molina-Henry, an assistant professor at the USC Keck School of Medicine Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research Institute, discussed the importance of brain health and Alzheimer’s research, emphasizing the need for diverse populations to participate in clinical trials to help prevent the symptoms of Alzheimer’s before they begin.
U.S. Olympic Hopefuls on Stage at USATF Grand Prix Los Angeles
Overview: The USATF Grand Prix Los Angeles saw several top U.S. track and field athletes compete, including Olympic champion Sydney McLaughlin-Lavrone, who won the 200m in a personal best of 22.07. Michael Norman, a former USC star and Olympic gold medalist in the 4×400 relay, won the 400m hurdles in 44.53, while English Gardner, a former Oregon sprinter, won the women’s 100m in 11.22. Valerie Allman won the women’s discus, and Brooke Andersen edged DeAnna Price in the Hammer throw. The event was held in preparation for the upcoming Olympic trials and Paris games.
Bridging Cultures: Exploring the Biracial Tapestry of the Inland Empire through the Lens of Multiracial Activism
If you are the victim of a hate crime, please contact your local law enforcement agency. For additional information please visit oag.ca.gov/hatecrimes. In the sweltering summer of 1946, a modest community center in San Bernardino buzzed with anticipation. The room was packed, a sea of faces reflecting the area’s rich diversity. On stage, Ignacio Lopez, a fervent advocate for Mexican American rights, prepared to speak. Beside him stood a leader from the local chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). The crowd, a mix of Black and Mexican American residents, had gathered for a joint meeting to address rampant housing discrimination.
CSUSB Alumnus Creates Nonprofit to Serve Formerly Incarcerated, Breaking Barriers and Rebuilding Lives
In the heart of Desert Hot Springs, lives are being transformed. Leading the transformation is Cal State San Bernardino alumnus Walker Beverly, whose journey from incarceration to empowerment inspired the creation of Advancing Steps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society. Beverly’s path to founding...
OpEd: Embracing Hope
Overview: The National Black Grads (NBG) Inland Empire (IE) Black Grad Recognition Event celebrated academic excellence and empowered future leaders on May 5, 2024. The event recognized students for their dedication, resilience, and determination, and aimed to support Black students by connecting them to opportunities for mentorship, internships, and academic connections. The event underscored the community’s commitment to investing in education and mentorship, fostering a culture of excellence and empowerment to help graduates thrive in their chosen fields. The event was supported by community partner organizations, including the Cooperative Economic Empowerment Movement (CEEM), Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement (COPE), and the Clay Counseling Foundation.
California Launches Campaign To Raise Awareness About Alzheimer’s Disease And Reduce Stigma
Overview: California has identified Alzheimer’s disease as the third leading cause of death in the state, with an estimated 720,000 people living with the disease. The California Department of Public Health has launched a state-wide campaign called “Take on Alzheimer’s” to increase education and raise awareness about the disease. The campaign aims to reduce stigma around Alzheimer’s disease and provide accessible information to the public. The state is launching a series of events across different counties that feature experts, community partners, and community-based organizations.
OpEd: San Bernardino City Manager Montoya Made His Move Too Soon and Was Fired for It
In a unanimous vote by San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran and seven councilmembers on May 22, 2024, the new city manager, Charles Montoya, who had been on the job for seven months, was fired without cause as outlined in his contract approved by the council on October 18, 2023. On October 18, 2023, with a 5-3 vote, Councilmembers Kim Calvin, Ben Reynoso, and Damon Alexander voted against hiring Montoya. Despite objections from a large and diverse cross-section of citizens, the majority of the council went ahead with the hiring.
Care in the IE: Uber Health Introduces Uber Caregiver to Support Caregivers and Loved Ones
With an estimated 53 million caregivers working in the U.S., Uber Health is supporting caregivers by reducing their load with Uber Caregiver. Launching this summer, Uber Caregiver will allow care receivers to add a designated caregiver to their Uber account thus allowing the caregiver to request and monitor rides and deliveries. Uber Caregiver is also working to partner with health plans that will allow care receivers to use the app as part of their benefits.
Keeping it Real: The Forgotten Origins of Memorial Day in America
Overview: Although several American cities claim to be the first to celebrate Memorial Day, the first Memorial Day was celebrated by former slaves on May 1, 1865, in Charleston, South Carolina, according to Yale Professor David Blight. The Memorial Day holiday commemorates those who lost their lives serving their country. In the wake of the Civil War, Black people of Charleston organized a parade with two floats, one of which featured a mock slave auction, and on the next float they had a coffin labeled ‘Slavery,’ and it read, Fort Sumter Dug its Grave, April 12th, 1861.” The former slaves also re-interred Union soldiers who had died of disease and exposure during the Civil War and held a huge parade to honor the deceased. However, in 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson attempted to finally settle the debate about where the first Memorial Day celebration was held when he officially recognized a ceremony in Waterloo, New York, held May 5, 1866, as the “birthplace” of Memorial Day. The debate continues.
OpEd: Why Do We Need To Keep Defending Proposition 47 When It Isn’t The Real Problem?
Overview: Proposition 47, which reclassified simple possession and low-level theft crimes as misdemeanors, has not led to a significant increase in crime, according to data. The myth that Prop 47 has made theft under $950 effectively legal is false, and while there was an increase in property crimes, these trends are complex and influenced by various factors beyond Prop 47. The reduction in jail populations has allowed counties more flexibility in managing their criminal justice systems, prioritizing space for more serious offenders. Studies have shown a decrease in recidivism rates among individuals convicted of offenses affected by Prop 47. The Decarcerate Inland Region is a cross-collaborative coalition of member organizations and individuals from the Inland Region who are concerned with over-incarceration and overspending on incarceration, and pushes for a more holistic and equitable approach to community, community needs, and community safety.
California Bill for Work-Life Balance Shelved Due to Budget Crisis
Overview: California lawmakers have shelved a bill that would have given employees the right to avoid work-related text messages and emails outside of their work hours. The bill, modeled after a European work policy, aimed to promote a healthier work-life balance and support a workers’ right not to be accessible to their employers outside of their normal working hours. However, opponents of the legislation, including the California Chamber of Commerce, claim it could impede a company’s ability to operate with efficiency. The lines between home and work were blurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. This CA measure was one among dozens of potential laws set aside by legislators due to the state’s precarious budget shortfall.
OpEd: Disenfranchising San Bernardino’s Sixth Ward Through The City Manager Search
Overview: The investigation report by the JL Group has revealed that San Bernardino City Hall intentionally excluded Councilmember Kim Calvin from the process of selecting the new city manager, Charles Montoya. This has been described as taxation without representation and disenfranchisement of the Black community. The report also highlighted the racial demographics of the council selection decision, with white candidates overrepresented and Black candidates underrepresented. The Westside Action Group has requested the District Attorney to investigate the city on these issues.
Op-Ed: Perris Union High School District Decides Students are NOT Important
When the Perris Union High School District Board of Trustees decided in a 4 to 1 vote to eliminate the ONLY person in the district dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, they chose harm over help for students. This is a growing theme across the country with conservatives choosing to eliminate something that most of them think is anti-white. However, nothing could be further from the truth.
Street Medicine Team Provides Healthcare to San Bernardino’s Unhoused Populations
Overview: Kristen Malaby, a Fontana native, was injured in a warehouse in 2017 and found empowerment in organizing nature trash cleanups across the region. She encountered unhoused people in the process and brought them food and clothing. In 2022, she was hired by Healthcare in Action as a Peer Navigator, forming the first street medicine team in San Bernardino County. The team provides wraparound services, including medical care, preventative care, and housing assistance, to the region’s unhoused population. The team is the only street medicine team serving the county’s unhoused community with wraparound services.
Community Members Rally to Reinstate DEI Director at Perris Union High School District
Overview: Community members and local organizations attended a Perris Union High School District board meeting to discuss the elimination of positions under the CARES teams and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Department. The decision to eliminate these positions has been criticized by students, district staff, parents, and community members, with concerns about the impact on mental health and academic struggles. CART, NAACP and LULAC representatives argued that the decision undermines the district’s commitment to equality and marginalizes vulnerable groups. The board made no comments or decisions following the comments made by community members.
What Brown v Board Means To Us Today
As we commemorate the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, the landmark Supreme Court decision that declared state laws establishing separate public schools for Black and white students to be unconstitutional, it is imperative to reflect on the strides we’ve made and the steep challenges that persist in achieving access and inclusion in education.
Why It’s Crucial to Discuss End-of-Life Planning With Loved Ones
Overview: End-of-life planning is an important conversation to have with loved ones, especially those who may be experiencing cognitive decline and brain diseases that impact cognitive health. The brain is responsible for some of the most important functions of the body, including how well you think and remember, motor functions, emotional functions, and how well you respond to touch. Alzheimer’s disease is one of the leading brain diseases in the U.S. that is irreversible and impacts all aspects of daily living. It is important to start the planning before there’s an issue of whether or not an individual is competent enough to make important decisions regarding their end-of-life plans.
San Bernardino Celebrates Superstar Jayden Daniels Chosen 2nd Overall by the Washington Commanders In NFL Draft
Overview: Former Cajon High School star Jayden Daniels, a quarterback from LSU, was selected as the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft by the Washington Commanders. Daniels, who won the Heisman Trophy last season, was the nation’s best collegiate player and is a proven leader who tends to make everyone around him better. The Los Angeles Chargers under new head coach Jim Harbaugh, took offensive tackle Joe Alt, while the Los Angeles Rams took edge rusher Jared Verse. The Rams built a 60-yard scale NFL turf field onto the sand at Hermosa Beach for fans and 2,000 local youth to experience football related activities.
OpEd: San Bernardino’s Bogus Censure that Maligns and Disenfranchises Councilmember Kim Calvin and the Black Community
Allow me to give you my opinion of this bogus censure from two flawed investigations on San Bernardino Councilmember Kim Calvin and the Black Community. How did San Bernardino’s mayor and council get to this bogus 4-3 vote to censure Councilmember Calvin, alleging she leaked information of Closed Session meetings, while ignoring three others who are named in city manager candidate Steve Carrigan’s $2 million claim filed against the city?
Forging Identity– A Journey through the History of Multiracial People in California
If you are the victim of a hate crime, please contact your local law enforcement agency. For additional information please visit oag.ca.gov/hatecrimes. Multiracial history unfolds a tapestry woven from tales of resistance in the sun-filled landscapes of California. Critical moments where diversity, identity, and social justice intersect highlight a significant...
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