Monster Mayhem Takes Over County Library Branches in October
The San Bernardino County Library branches are about to get a little spooky, a little silly and a whole lot of fun. Monster Mayhem is the theme for October’s reading event, and patrons are invited to join their local library branch for a monstrous good time. The challenge is simple: check out 15 items—books, audiobooks or digital resources—and claim your...
Crafton Hills College’s Amanda Ward appointed to California EMS Commission; alumnus Sean Edwards also named
YUCAIPA, CA – Crafton Hills College Interim Associate Dean of Public Safety and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic Program Director Amanda Ward has been appointed by Gov. Gavin Newsom to the California Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Commission, which makes recommendations to the state on EMS system standards and policy. The announcement was made by the Governor’s Office on September...
California Representative Aguilar Tours San Bernardino Valley College Clean Energy Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technician Program
SAN BERNARDINO, CA – Rep. Pete Aguilar recently visited the Clean Energy Hybrid and Electric Vehicle (EV) Technician Program at San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC), where he toured the facility that teaches students about zero-emission vehicles through hands-on training that will prepare them for careers in clean energy and technology. “Programs like SBVC’s Clean Energy Hybrid and Electric Vehicle (EV) Technician Program...
2025 NFL Odds: Back Ravens’ Team Total Over in Week 4
The Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs square off on Sunday, with the loser staring at an unfathomable 1-3 start to the season. The Ravens were impressive for the first 55 minutes of their opening game against the Bills, before coughing up a 15-point lead in the final minutes. Then, after blowing out the...
Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers on Late Arrival to Ireland: ‘It Is What It Is’
Dressed in black and irked about getting to Ireland later than he would have liked, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers spoke to the international media Friday at a resort hotel where the team is staying ahead of Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings."It is what it is, but if the schedule had been...
The Muscoy Community Deserves the Truth
The people of Muscoy and greater San Bernardino deserve to hear the truth about a good deed that should be celebrated—not dragged into costly legal battles. For nearly two decades, a local baseball field—once a proud symbol of youth sports and community spirit—sat in disrepair. Overgrown grass, crumbling infrastructure, and unusable restrooms turned it into an eyesore and a safety...
“Dating My Past” Film to be Showcased at 20th Annual International Black Film Festival in Nashville, TN
By Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Nationwide — Dating My Past, a heartfelt romantic film exploring self-discovery, has been officially selected to be showcased at the prestigious 20th Annual International Black Film Festival (IBFF), taking place on the campus of Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. The film will be featured at the Johnson Theater (R. Milton and Denice Johnson...
California Secretary of State Expands Apostille Pop-Up Shop Program with Statewide Events
By Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media The California Secretary of State’s office has launched a new Apostille Pop-Up Shop series, bringing document authentication services directly to communities across the state. The series kicked off September 17 in San Diego in partnership with the San Diego Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk’s Office. Upcoming events include Dublin on September 26, Salinas...
Influential Leader in Southern California’s Black and Muslim Communities Dies
By Bo Tefu | California Black Media Umar Hakim-Dey, a pillar of Southern California’s Black and Muslim communities, died Friday at the age of 55, community leaders announced. Born and raised in Compton, Hakim-Dey was known for bridging racial, religious, and generational divides while advocating for the unhoused and mentoring young people. Hakim-Dey served as board chair for LA Voice, a multi-faith...
Asm. Gipson’s Ghost Guns Bill Passes in California Assembly and Senate
By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Both the California Assembly and Senate voted this month to advance Assembly Bill (AB) 1263, authored by Assemblymember Mike Gipson (D-Carson), a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC). The bill seeks to tighten oversight of privately manufactured firearms—those made without serial numbers -- by holding individuals who help produce them legally...
