‘No Drugs Kids Day’ Promotes Drug-Free Living at Civic Center Park in Apple Valley
APPLE VALLEY, CA--- Civic Center Park in Apple Valley was filled with laughter, learning, and community spirit during the annual “No Drugs Kids Day” celebration. The event brought together families for a fun and educational afternoon focused on drug and overdose prevention. Among those in attendance was Christopher Porter, Policy Director, who presented Frank Kelly, CEO of No Drugs America,...
Gov. Newsom Signs Black Caucus Members’ Bills Reforming Student Expulsion, Early Childhood Education
By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Assemblymembers Mia Bonta (D-Alameda) and Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley), members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), are celebrating the signing of two of their bills aimed at improving education outcomes — one reforming the student expulsion process, and the other strengthening the state’s early childhood education system. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly...
ARMC’s Mobile Medical Clinic Coming to Burning Bush Church on October 18
SAN BERNARDINO, CA--- Arrowhead Regional Medical Center's Mobile Medical Clinic will visit Burning Bush Church in Victorville from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18. The On-The-Go Health Mobile Medical Clinic provides free or low-cost services for children ages 0 to 17, including well-child visits, developmental screenings, vaccinations, Medi-Cal enrollment, and dental screenings with fluoride varnish treatments. The...
“A Promise Kept”: California Establishes First-in-the-Nation Reparations Agency
By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill (SB) 518, landmark legislation creating California’s Bureau for Descendants of American Slavery — the first state agency in the nation dedicated to implementing reparations for Black Americans. “A few days ago, I, with a few other members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), met with...
Oktoberfest Continues at Mountain High
Mountain High's West Resort is bringing its free Oktoberfest to the mountains with weekends full of celebration through October 19, running from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each Saturday and Sunday. Guests can enjoy German beer, Oktoberfest food, live music, dancing, games, and exciting giveaways. The resort is located at 24510 CA-2, Wrightwood. For more information, please call (888)...
Corey Jackson Endorses Proposition 50 to Strengthen Democratic Processes and Protect Black Representation in California
RIVERSIDE, CA — California State Assembly member Dr. Corey Jackson announced his strong support for Proposition 50, a measure designed to enhance the fairness of the redistricting process in California and oppose Republican efforts to undermine the democratic process. He joins the Legislative Black Caucus, the United Domestic Workers (UDW), the California Teachers Association (CTA), and Governor Gavin Newsom...
A Greater Hope Planning Fall Family Fair
VICTORVILLE, CA – A Greater Hope is hosting the "Gather and Grow" Fall Family Fair from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 at 14344 Cajon Avenue in Victorville. The event will feature $5,000 in raffle prizes, creative self-portrait art activities, wellness screenings, and a special behind-the-scenes tour. Families will also have the opportunity to engage with community partners and...
The Social Lites, Inc. Host Informational Meeting for 59th Annual Beautillion
SAN BERNARDINO, CA – The Social Lites, Inc. are extending an invitation to all interested young men to attend an informational meeting for the 59th Annual Beautillion. The meeting will be held on Saturday, October 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at New Hope Life Center, Room 13, located at 1505 W. Highland Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92411. Following this...
Nominations Now Open for the 2026 Black Rose Awards: Honoring Unsung Heroes in the IE
SAN BERNARDINO, CA—The Black Culture Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Black Rose Awards, which honor remarkable individuals dedicating their lives to community service and improvement in the Inland Empire. Nominations are due by November 10, 2025. The 34th Annual Black Rose Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., in the Santos...
Michele Paul: The Visionary Black Woman Leading the Nation’s Drive Against Loneliness and Depression
NATIONAL NEWS--- In a time when more adults than ever are grappling with isolation, burnout, and mental health struggles, one woman is raising a powerful call for change. Michele Paul, founder of Let’s Get Social Raleigh, is spearheading what some observers call America’s largest adult wellness movement — one with a mission to dismantle loneliness and ease depression through...
