2025 in Review: Seven Questions for Civil Rights Attorney Areva Martin
By Edward Henderson | California Black Media Areva Martin is an award-winning civil rights attorney, talk show host, commentator, author, and keynote speaker who offers commentary on politics, women’s rights, children’s rights, disability rights and civil rights. She is President and CEO of the Special Needs Network, which she founded to advance disability rights and support individuals across the autism spectrum,...
City of San Bernardino Names Vanessa Carder as Parks Director
SAN BERNARDINO, CA— The City of San Bernardino has announced that Vanessa Carder has joined its leadership team as the new Director of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services. “Vanessa Carder has a long history of delivering impactful recreation programs and services to the residents of San Bernardino, said City Manager Eric Levitt. “We are thrilled to have her take the...
Imaginarium’s New “Land of Oz” Winter Wonderland Now Open at Fairplex in Pomona
POMONA, CA---- – Imaginarium's newest holiday light exhibit, "Land of Oz," is now illuminating more than two acres of Fairplex's campus in Pomona, California. The all-ages, outdoor walk-through experience will run through Sunday, January 4, 2026. Spanning more than two acres, "Land of Oz" brings the beloved and iconic story of Dorothy and her friends to life with more than five million lights and imaginative...
Medi-Cal for Kids & Teens: Free Health Coverage for a Strong Start
Every child deserves a strong, healthy start in life. However, across California, too many children—Black families included—miss out on basic preventive care like regular check-ups, dental visits, pharmacy, and mental health screenings. Medi-Cal supports children’s health and gives parents, caregivers, and children and teens clear steps to use these benefits today—helping families stay ahead of health issues and build...
Dr. Kim Carter-Tillman Honored as “Game Changer” at We Do It Together’s 10th Anniversary Gala
Founder of Time for Change Foundation & BBOP Center Recognized Alongside Award-Winning Actress Sharon Stone for Global Impact on Women BEVERLY HILLS, CA---- The We Do It Together (WDIT) 10-Year Anniversary Gala was a historic celebration of women who are rewriting narratives, shifting power, and creating access where it never existed. Among these global changemakers, Dr. Kim Carter-Tillman, founder of...
The Time Is Now: Congress Should Not Leave Small Community and Minority Banks Out of the Digital Asset Future
By Kevin Harris and Cleve Mesidor Congress is actively working on groundbreaking legislation that would provide much needed regulatory clarity. The Digital Assets Market Structure legislation being developed by the U.S. Senate Agriculture and Banking committees can be better positioned to foster economic growth, promote financial education, and support guard rails for the early and vibrant segments of Americans who...
Letter to the Editor: Black Women in California Face Stark Inequities – Yet Hold Remarkable Power
By McKenzie Jackson | California Black Media A new report reveals that while Black women in California face some of the steepest inequities in wages, health, and housing, they also display remarkable strength through high civic engagement and community leadership. Black women in California earn just 60 cents for every dollar paid to White men — a gap so wide it...
Dashboard Shows Deep Gaps for California’s Black Students—Educators See a Path Forward
By Joe W. Bowers Jr. | California Black Media California’s latest School Dashboard makes one thing clear: Black students are making progress, but not nearly fast enough — and the public education system is still not organized to deliver the excellence they deserve. The Dashboard, a color-coded statewide K-12 public school accountability tool, rates schools and districts on English language arts...
Do You Know About California’s Vehicle Safety and Disaster Mortgage Assistance Programs? Get Details
By Edward Henderson | California Black Media On November 20, the Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications (OCPSC) hosted an online forum with ethnic media outlets across the state to highlight two statewide programs that benefit all Californians: the CalAssist Mortgage Fund, which provides disaster-related mortgage relief, and Check to Protect, a vehicle-safety campaign led by the National Safety...
The Salvation Army Angel Tree Gives Needy Children a Memorable Christmas
REDLANDS, CA — Getting a gift on Christmas Day often provides lifelong memories of joy and happiness for a child. For children in need whose parents cannot afford to buy a gift, The Salvation Army Angel Tree often fills a void that is greatly appreciated by youngsters who get a gift from the tree. People who make this possible by...
