Four bills from Black Caucus
Author Archives: Edward Henderson (San Diego Voice and Viewpoint/NNPA Member)
Posted inFeature
How Trump’s dismantling of the Department of Education could impact California
The Trump Administration is dismantling the Department of Education (DOE). That action fulfills a campaign promise that has been a goal of right-wing conservatives since the department’s inception. In fact, […]
Posted inNational, News
California celebrates Eid: The culmination of Ramadan in Islam
0The Islamic holiday of Eid, meaning festival or fest, commemorates the end of Ramadan, the religion’s holy month of fasting.During Ramadan, the faithful abstain from food and drink from sunup […]
Posted inFeature
Trump voting law ‘reckless and unprecedented’
On March 26, California Secretary of State Dr. Shirley N. Weber released a statement condemning an executive order President Trump released the day before making sweeping changes to federal election […]
Posted inHealth
California Black Health Network Launches Conscious Black Movement
Throughout history, Black women have been pioneers in the beauty and fashion industry, redefining standards, creating groundbreaking products, and advocating for safer, more inclusive practices. In honor of Women’s History […]
Posted inLocal, News
LAFD’s recently fired Chief Crowley allegedly understaffed department
On Feb. 21, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass relieved L.A. Fire Department (LAFD) chief Kristin Crowley of her duties in the wake of fallout over how recent deadly firestorms in […]
Posted inNews
Black businesses thrived in 14 California location
The firestorms that ravaged Southern California have drawn attention to historically Black communities like Altadena, one of the first areas in Los Angeles County where Black families could buy homes […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local Politics, National
Jason Lee Talks new role as Stockton Councilmember
On Jan. 7, 2025, businessman, actor and popular media personality. Jason Lee – who is the CEO, host and owner of the popular media platform Hollywood Unlocked — was sworn […]
Posted inGovernment/Politics, Local, Local Politics
14 new laws in California
Several new laws took effect on Jan. 1 in California that may impact your job, business, finances, privacy, family, and day-to-day life.During the last legislative session, lawmakers introduced 4,821 bills […]
Posted inHealth
Health advocates press for more Black physicians
Only 3 percent of doctors in California are Black, compared to about 5 percent nationwide. The California Black Health Network (CBHN), Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) […]
