U.S. Rep. Lateefah Simon Introduces First Bill in Congress
By Bo Tefu | California Black Media U.S. Rep. Lateefah Simon (D-CA-12) introduced her first bill in Congress last week. “The Assisting Small Businesses Not Fraudsters Act,” aims to reduce fraud in government aid programs for small businesses. The bipartisan legislation, co-sponsored by Small Business Committee Chair Roger Williams (R-TX-25), seeks to ensure that only eligible small businesses benefit from federal...
“The American Story Will Be Written by Us”: Kamala Harris Speaks at the NAACP Image Awards
By BoTefu | California Black Media In a speech at the 56th annual NAACP Image Awards – held February 22 at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium -- former Vice President Kamala Harris delivered an upbeat speech, reminding the audience that the future of America “is bright and that they hold the power to determine the course of the country’s future. In her...
Then and Now: The Legacy and Struggle of Black Firefighters in Southern California
By Edward Henderson | California Black Media The legacy of Black firefighters in California is built on stories of bravery and perseverance in the face of social and legalized discrimination. As Black History Month comes to a close, California Black Media (CBM) honors the courage and service of Black firefighters in the state who were pioneers and torchbearers for future...
Hidden Empire to Kick-Off the 3rd Annual NFL Career Tour
Skydance Sports Joins the NFL Career Tour, Which Gives NFL Players Valuable Insight into the Entertainment Industry SANTA MONICA, CA--- Building on the global announcement of Hidden Empire Sports Collective (HESC), the National Football League (NFL) and Hidden Empire Film Group (HEFG) are set to launch the third annual NFL Career Tour joined this year by Skydance Sports, the joint...
In Unexpected Move, Calif. Republican Lawmaker Bill Essayli Introduces Reparations Bill
By Antonio? ?Ray? ?Harvey? ?|? ?California? ?Black? ?Media? Last month, about 100 reparations advocates met at the State Capitol to build support for bills they backed that didn’t make it to the Assembly floor for votes during the last legislative session. During the day-long event -- titled Reparations Education and Advocacy Day (R.E.A.D) -- members of 20 grassroots organizations announced that...
“Ha! Ha! Ha!”
By Lou K. Coleman | WSS News Contributor Hear the voice of something out there “laughing at us.”. Something laughing in the darkness! Cracking up! Enters Satan, Rolling in the aisles! . Busting a gut! Out of all the warnings given to them, they did not listen. . Ha! Ha! Ha! Assignment Completed! Satan roams the Earth, seeking to corrupt humanity, and...
California Legislative Black Caucus 2025 Legislative Package Includes Reparations Priorities
By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) has unveiled its 2025 legislative priorities. Titled the the “Road to Repair 2025,” the bill package continues the CLBC’s effort to address the generational harm caused by slavery and systemic discrimination against Black Californians. Informed by the recommendations of the California Reparation Task Force, the CLBC...
B.L.A.C Pop a Latin Nights Story
The Haitian American recording artist Shaney Poo Celebrates Culture and Connection Haitian-American recording artist Shaney Poo is excited to announce the release of his vibrant new single "Latin Nights," a pop-rap track that beautifully intertwines his Haitian roots with the rich textures of Latin music. This track not only showcases the diverse rhythms of Latin music but also pays homage...
Bottomline: “Who We Boycott Is Interesting… Who We Support Is Important!”
Publisher’s Commentary by Wallace J. Allen, Iv. The proposed February 28th boycott against spending is an attempt to impress corporate America with the power of the Black Dollar; to show corporate America our displeasure with their retreat from Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)! We, Black people are requested by civil rights activist and organizations to ‘spend no money’ at all on...
Traffic Improvements Underway at Waterman Avenue and the 210 Freeway
SAN BERNARDINO, CA — The City of San Bernardino in partnership with the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority (SBCTA) have begun an $9.8 million project that will relieve congestion and improve traffic safety at the 210 Freeway and Waterman Avenue in San Bernardino. Waterman Avenue is a key mobility corridor in San Bernardino, and it serves as an important access...
