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 […]
Author Archives: Edward Henderson (San Diego Voice and Viewpoint/NNPA Member)
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) […]
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The next four years: Debt and rent on California minds
As America elects a new President this week — and a slate of new elected officials at the local and state level — the voices of young voters in California […]
Posted inGovernment, Government/Politics
Rep. Barbara Lee on Harris’ agenda for African-American men
Last week, the Kamala Harris campaign released its Opportunity Agenda for Black Men.On Oct. 16, California Black Media (CBM) spoke with Harris-Walz campaign surrogate, Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA-12), who shared […]
Posted inGovernment, Local
Californians paid higher gas prices as oil companies made massive profits
Gas prices have a crippling hold on California drivers. As averages currently stand at $5.46 for regular and $5.80 for premium, what is the incentive for oil companies to lower […]
Posted inGovernment, Government/Politics, Local
CA General Election ‘22: Black women to bring diversity to courts
The Supreme Court Ruling overturning Roe vs. Wade has opened the eyes of the public to how much representation matters when it comes to decision makers in courtrooms across America. […]
