California
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Financial Assistance Bill for Descendants of Enslaved Persons to Help Them Purchase, Own, or Maintain a Home
California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) vice chair Sen. Steven Bradford (D-Inglewood) introduced new legislation related to reparations to the Senate…
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Marin County: A Snapshot of California’s Black History Is on Display
The Marin County Office of Education, located at 1111 Las Gallinas Ave in San Rafael, will host the extraordinary exhibit,…
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The Year Ahead: Assembly Speaker Rivas Discusses Priorities, Problems
Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas shared his legislative priorities and vision for the future of California during a luncheon hosted by…
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G.O.P. Lawmakers: Repeal AB 5 and Resist Nationalization of “Disastrous” Contractor Law
Republican lawmakers gathered outside of the Employee Development Department in Sacramento on Jan. 23 to call for the repeal of…
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To Fight Surge in Crime, Gov. Newsom Deploys State Law Enforcement to East Bay
Responding to a surge in crimes in the region, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Feb. 6 that he is temporarily…
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Gov. Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom Host 2024 Hall of Fame Ceremony
Former Assembly Speaker and San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown and three other African Americans were among 10 luminaries inducted into…
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Asm. Akilah Weber Introduces Bill to Protect Terminally Ill Californians
On Feb. 7, Assemblymember Akilah Weber (D-La Mesa) introduced legislation, Assembly Bill (AB) 2180, designed to ensure that terminally or…
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Memorial Service Held in Castro Valley for Oakland Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty
On Wednesday morning, a memorial service was held at 3Crosses Church in Castro Valley to honor the memory of Tuan…
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California Concealed-Carry Law Blocked … for the Second Time
Senate Bill (SB) 2, California’s controversial conceal-carry permit law that took effect Jan. 1, has been blocked for a second…
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Calif. Park Advocates Want More Green Spaces in Black Neighborhoods
Some advocates say the state is not developing and maintaining community recreational facilities equally. They point out that green spaces…
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Four Black Californians Among 10 Inductees into State’s 17th Class of Hall of Famers
On Jan. 11, Gov. Gavin Newsom, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom and the California Museum announced inductees into the 17th…
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Despite Deficit, Newsom’s Budget Guarantees Funding for Essential State Programs
Gov. Gavin Newsom presented a $291 billion spending plan to the California Legislature on Jan. 10. Despite a looming shortfall…
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California African American Chamber of Commerce to Host 2 Economic Summit in Los Angeles
Another discussion will be a Mayor’s Roundtable, featuring African American mayors from Northern, Central, and Southern California. Regional perspectives on…
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The Race and Identity Profiling Advisory Board Releases Statewide Police Stop Data
The California Department of Justice’s Race and Identity Profiling Advisory (RIPA) Board published its seventh annual report this week. This…
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Sec. of State Certifies Candidates for March Primary, Including Trump
Dr. Shirley N. Weber, the California Secretary of State, has certified a list of 20 candidates, including former Pres. Donald…
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Striving for Quality and Affordable Health for Everyone: Six Questions for The California Endowment
The California Endowment’s (TCE) mission is to expand access to affordable, high-quality health care for underserved individuals and communities, and…
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Standing up for Inclusion and Empowerment: Six Questions for the National Black Justice Coalition
Since its inception in 2003, the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC) has been America’s premier civil rights organization dedicated to…
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Arrests Made at People’s Park as Preparations For Construction on Site Begin Again
Seven people were arrested early Thursday morning at Berkeley's People's Park as fencing was put up in preparation for a…
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