Purpose-Driven Artist D.O.A. Launches “Legacy Over Money” Movement
D.O.A - Definition of Artistry - Expands His Message, Music, and Movement Across the U.S. James Pinkney III, PKA D.O.A. (Definition of Artistry), is a respected community activist, leader, and visionary presenting his powerful Legacy Over Money (LOM) movement, bringing unstoppable energy from state to state and across the globe. D.O.A.’s music serves as the soundtrack to his everyday hustle...
California Invests in Community Health and Job Creation Amid Economic Challenges
By Bo Tefu | California Black Media California is making major new investments in community health and manufacturing, directing nearly a quarter billion dollars toward programs that expand access to health care and to support job creation across the state. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced two sets of awards last week that aim to strengthen local services, grow regional industries, and...
Black Voice News Publisher Paulette Brown Hinds Appointed to California Transportation Commission
By Bo Tefu | California Black Media Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Dr. Paulette Brown-Hinds, a veteran media executive, educator, and civic leader from Riverside, to the California Transportation Commission (CTC). The CTC is a key state body responsible for allocating funding and shaping policy for the state’s transportation infrastructure. The 13-member committee also assists the Secretary of the California...
In Epps Trial, Concerns Over Prosecutorial Misconduct and Political Agendas
By Eric Arnold | A collaboration with California Black Media Two weeks before his murder trial in San Francisco opened, Kevin Epps was honored by the Northern California Society of Professional Journalists with their “Silver Heart” award. In a press release, the organization noted the 57 year-old Epps “brought fresh energy, multimedia storytelling and digital innovation to one of the Bay Area’s...
SBCUSD Held it’s First Elementary Latino History Bee
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—On Nov. 14, San Bernardino High School (SBHS) was host to 19 Jones, Bing Wong and Warm Springs Elementary School students as they competed in San Bernardino City Unified School District's (SBCUSD's) First Annual Elementary Latino History Bee. SBCUSD held its 11th Annual Latino History Bee in March 2025. Coordinated by the District's Multilingual Department, the annual competition has become a celebration of Latin-American culture, as well as...
First San Bernardino Valley College Automotive Competition Showcases Future Technicians
SAN BERNARDINO, CA — San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS), in partnership with the San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) Applied Technology Department, hosted the 2025 Automotive Pre-Apprenticeship Student Competition on Nov. 7 at SBVC. Summit High School in the Fontana Unified School District was named the overall winner. Thirty-five students from seven San Bernardino County high schools, all enrolled...
As Government Shutdown Finally Ends, Flight Delays Continue Into Holiday Season
By Edward Henderson | California Black Media Marcus Hill, 39, is an Oakland resident and professional who travels often for work. During his last trip, he brought along his wife and daughter for the weekend, only to be met with the widespread disruptions created by shutdown-related staffing shortages. “Man, that day at Oakland Airport was rough. We got there early because...
CSUSB launches new faculty spotlight series
The inaugural episode features Enrique G. Murillo, Jr., professor of education, whose leadership and scholarship continues to make a lasting impact on the university community Cal State San Bernardino is debuting "Coyote Faculty - Making Connections," a new video series celebrating the voices and contributions of exceptional CSUSB educators. The inaugural episode features Enrique G. Murillo, Jr., professor of education, whose leadership and...
Local Food Bank Hosts Can Tree Wonderland: NY Rockin’ Christmas Edition
Large-scale food drive and fundraiser for hunger-relief during the holidays RIVERSIDE, CA – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is hosting its 5th Annual Can Tree Wonderland: NY Rockin' Christmas Edition presented by Albertsons, Vons, Pavilions Foundation on Saturday, December 13th, 2025. This community event boosts awareness of food insecurity during the holiday season while creating a healthy, creative competition for...
Michelle Paul Selected as New California Farm Water Coalition Executive Director
SACRAMENTO, CA--- The California Farm Water Coalition is pleased to announce the selection of Michelle Paul as its next executive director. Ms. Paul will replace Mike Wade, who is retiring in February from his role as the Coalition’s executive director, a position he has held since 1998. Ms. Paul was selected following a comprehensive statewide search led by the Coalition’s...
