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Keeping it Real: Homelessness–The State Must Do More Audit Says
Overview: California’s homelessness crisis has been growing, with over 180,000 people counted in 2023, a 53% increase from 2013. Despite billions of dollars spent on homeless programs, the state lacks current information on the costs and outcomes of these programs. The California State Auditor found that the California Interagency Council on Homelessness (Cal ICH) has not consistently tracked and evaluated the state’s efforts to prevent and end homelessness. The auditor recommended that the California State Legislature mandate reporting by state agencies on the costs and outcomes of their homelessness programs and require Cal ICH to compile and publicly report this information.
Join the GirlTREK Walk for Black Motherhood
For this Solutions Saturday —the day before Mother’s Day, we are sharing an early special message from our friends at GirlTREK for Black mothers and the people who love them. As they recommend, “Ask every Black woman you know to take a walk this weekend in honor of a woman whose footsteps she walks in. Forward this email and let the love of our mothers go viral.”
Brittany’s Caregiving Journey with Her Grandmother
Overview: Brittany Ball, a caregiver for her grandmother, Cathy Teague, has faced challenges as her grandmother’s health continues to decline. Brittany, a part-time caregiver, has struggled with the emotional and financial strains of caregiving. She has noticed her grandmother’s cognitive decline and is considering enrolling her in an adult day program. The cost of care in California can be expensive, and placing a loved one in a facility can be daunting. Brittany is working to find a more balanced life and hopes to inspire others through her poetry.
Keeping it Real: Amazon Workers Will NOT Be Silenced
Overview: Amazon workers at the San Bernardino air hub are raising concerns about back pay for working more than ten hours without a break, despite state law mandating such breaks. This is part of a larger push for fair employment practices and safe working conditions at Amazon, which has faced labor challenges in recent years. Workers have filed complaints with the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health and walked out in 2022, alleging unfair labor practices and retaliation. The turnover rate for warehouse workers in counties with Amazon fulfillment centers is high, and a study by the Strategic Organizing Center found that Amazon workers are injured more frequently and severely than workers at other warehouses.
64th Mt. Sac Relays Return to the Southland
Overview: The annual track and field meet at Mt. San Antonio College, known for attracting the best athletes, took place over the weekend. Olympic hopeful Julien Alfred won the Women’s 200 and anchored her St. Lucia team to a strong performance in the 4 x 100. USC’s Temi Ojora and her brother Tade Ojora, representing Great Britain, won the Elite triple jump and 110 hurdles, respectively. Former USC star Madison Richards won the Elite long jump, and Rai Benjamin won the Elite men’s 400 in his first outdoor meet as he prepares for the Olympic trials.
We Define The Future: Celebrating CSUSB’s Black Alumni Success Series
Theatre arts student Dea Armstrong will present an abstract from her paper during the S. Randolph Edmonds Young Scholars award ceremony on July 22 at the 37th annual Black Theatre Network Conference in St. Louis, Mo. Dea Armstrong. Cal State San Bernardino theatre arts major Dea Armstrong has been awarded...
Keeping it Real: A Culture of Lawlessness in Riverside County Sheriff’s Department
Overview: Millions of dollars worth of illegal drugs were seized by Riverside authorities in a nearly year-long investigation. The drugs were part of a Mexican cartel trafficking operation and resulted in the arrest of 15 people, including an allegedly corrupt Riverside County Sheriff’s deputy. The article raises concerns about the leadership of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, with questionable performance and a history of mishaps. Rumors of a bid for governor by Sheriff Bianco are questioned, as his leadership skills and abilities to lead the Sheriffs Department continue to be questioned.
OpEd: Did Racism Play a Part in the Selection of Montoya for City Manager?
I want to make a correction in my last article where I stated that three Council members voted to extend a contract to Steve Carrigan; it should have read “three Council members did *not* vote to extend.” I apologize for the error. Continuing with my investigation of the...
Beyond Earth Day: Inland Empire Environmental Justice Community Lays Solutions for Warehouse Growth
While Earth Day may have come and gone, the fight for environmental equity continues as local community organizations and activists address the importance of protecting the environment all year long. The impacts of an expanding warehouse industry are one of the top environmental equity concerns of communities in the Inland...
Legacy of a Black Cowboy: Remembering Al Joubert’s Life and Love for Rodeo
Overview: Flora Levon Hays-Joubert, the wife of late husband Alton James Joubert, shares memories of her husband’s life and love for rodeo. Al was a committed cowboy who participated in the Bill Pickett Rodeo and served with the San Bernardino region’s Mounted Posse. Flora and Al had twin daughters who were born into the rodeo lifestyle. After Al’s passing, Flora no longer participates in rodeo events, but finds comfort in knowing that he passed doing what he loved.
Navigating Reentry: Two Men Share Their Journeys After Decades in Prison
Overview: Richard Jerimiah Giles III and Bennie Burrell, two recently released individuals from California, share their experiences of reentry to society. While the process of reentry is challenging, having a support system and a focus on mental health can help reduce the mental toll. Richard credits his success to his support system and attending reentry courses. Bennie, who served 31 years, is actively giving back to other formerly incarcerated individuals by offering reentry support. Both men emphasize the importance of a support network and mental health in ensuring a successful reentry.
Shadows of Struggle: Biracial Identity in America
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 records of American history, the story of biracial identity runs deep, intertwining with the very essence of society—a narrative marked by challenges, victories, and a quest for equality. From the inception of colonization to current times, individuals of mixed heritage have navigated a maze of societal norms, prejudice, and the pursuit of self-understanding.
Advocates Forge Solutions Amid Abortion Crisis for People of Color
Following the 2022 overturning of Roe v. Wade, near or total abortion bans have gone into effect across 14 states after the Supreme Court’s decision. Arizona may become the 15th state to ban abortions after the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that the state could enforce a law that bans nearly all abortions. The 1864 law that banned nearly all abortions in the state went unenforced for decades after Roe v. Wade passed in 1973.
OpEd – Reproductive Justice and Gynecologic Care: Honoring Jessica Pettway’s Legacy
Jessica Pettway did not need to die from cervical cancer. What will we do to make sure that another Black woman does not die? Jessica Pettway, 36, beauty influencer, mom, and wife passed away on March 11, 2024, from cervical cancer. Black women are constantly forced to disappear or comply...
Daughter Honors Father’s Legacy With “Get Your Rear in Gear” 5k For Colon Cancer Awareness
On Saturday, April 13th, Run 4 Life Colon Cancer AWaReness 5k and the Colon Cancer Coalition partnered to host the inaugural “Get Your Rear in Gear” Temecula 5k Run/Walk at the Maurice Car’rie Vineyard. The event, organized by 33-year-old Murrietaa resident Kristin Robinson, is her opportunity to...
OpEd: Was Racism Involved in the Selection Process that Eventually Led to Hiring Charles Montoya as City Manager?
I do not know if the Mayor and Council set out in January 2023 to hire a Latino as City Manager. However, I do know what preceded the selection of Charles Montoya. To provide a brief background, the Mayor and Council unanimously appointed Charles McNeely, who is Black, to manage the city for six months, starting in January and ending on June 30, 2023, with a possible extension until a permanent manager was recruited. This decision received overwhelming support from city staff, business leaders, and a broad cross-section of the community. Citizens of every race expressed their approval before the Council, commending the decision as beneficial for the city.
Keeping it Real: Sexual Assault Awareness 2024—The Need to Protect Black Women and Girls
“Unfortunately, Black women remain vulnerable to sexual violence due to what we call intersectionality, the systematic oppression Black women experience based upon their race and gender… [T]he “Strong Black Woman” archetype, the dangerous single story told about Black women that uplifts their strength, perseverance and survival and minimizes their emotional well-being, tenderness and humanity, [results in a racist and sexist reality where] Black women are rarely protected.” – Jameta Nicole Barlow, PhD, MPH.
A First for Black Media: Black Voice News Leverages Web 3 and Blockchain Technology to Combat Racism in California
RIVERSIDE, Calif., April 8, 2024 – In response to the murder of George Floyd, many government agencies and leaders across California declared racism a “public health crisis.”. While the declarations are a starting point, Mapping Black California, a project of Black Voice News and the first Black newspaper...
Ryan Gainer’s Death Sparks Controversy
On March 9, family members of 15-year-old Ryan Gainer, diagnosed as autistic, called 9-1-1 reporting that he was actively assaulting family members and damaging property at the residence. “He was upset that he couldn’t have his video games or play with his laptop,” the Gainer family attorney DeWitt Lacy explained,...
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