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Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a media briefing at Ruby Bridges Elementary School in Alameda, Calif., on March 16, 2021. (Eli Walsh/Bay City News)

Newsom Unveils Restorative, Rehabilitative Vision for San Quentin Prison

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday unveiled his plan to transform San Quentin State Prison into a facility that emphasizes services and support over punishment, dubbing the...

Josh Fryday serves as California’s Chief Service Officer within the Office of Gov. Gavin Newsom to lead service, volunteer, and civic engagement efforts throughout California. Co-founder and CEO of Project Optimism (projectoptimism.org) Ishmael Pruitt is working directly with two fellows from the College Corps programs in the L.A. Area. Dr. Allison Briscoe-Smith is diversity lead of Student Life at the University of Washington.

California Black Media7 days ago

Apply Now: California College Corps Is Offering Students Much More Than $10,000 Stipends

Last year, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the state’s #CaliforniansForAll College Corps program which has so far provided $10,000 grants to some 6,500 low-income college students as...

Drew DeGuzman cuts a child’s hair. Photo courtesy of Empire Barbershop.

Business2 weeks ago

Popular Barbers Bring ‘Empire’ to Hercules

When he was a child, Drew DeGuzman said his parents couldn’t always afford to get his hair cut.“So, when I got a little older into my...

Johanna Good, an inspector with Agriculture / Weights & Measures, checks volume accuracy at a service station pump.

Bay Area2 weeks ago

County Has Consumers’ Back on Pricing Inspections: Supervisors hear findings from Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures

As the COVID-19 pandemic eased in 2022, local government inspectors who check the accuracy of pricing in the Marin County marketplace doubled the number of on-site...

The state invested $500 million of its budget surplus into the program, which is run by the California Student Aid Commission. Over 98% of public colleges and universities have signed on to participate.

Bay Area3 weeks ago

California Reconsiders Potential of College Work-Study Jobs

When she returned to school to become a nurse, Karina Mendez wanted a work-study job that she could balance with classes at City College of San...

Gavin Newsom puts his mask back on after getting tested for COVID-19 at Native American Health Center in Oakland, Calif., on Dec. 22, 2021. (Harika Maddala/ Bay City News)

BayCityNews4 weeks ago

Newsom Rescinds COVID State of Emergency, Signaling Shift Away From Emergency Response

Gov. Gavin Newsom formally rescinded California's COVID-19 state of emergency Tuesday, shifting the state's strategy around the virus from response to preventing and assuaging future surges....

"Black Founder: The Hidden Power of Being an Outsider" by Stacy Spikes

Art4 weeks ago

“Black Founder: The Hidden Power of Being an Outsider” by Stacy Spikes

Terri Schlichenmeyer, foundation, action, announcement, public sign, hoopties, heirlooms, industry, ideas, business, new book, "Black Founder" by Stacy Spikes, solid, high school graduation, horizon, Stacy Spikes...

#NNPA BlackPress1 month ago

SCOTUS Poised to Rule Against Student Loan Forgiveness as Protestors Rally to Save Biden’s Plan

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Supreme Court’s conservative majority has questioned the administration’s authority to implement the debt relief program, with Chief Justice John Roberts pointing to...

During Black History Month, we honor the extraordinary contributions made by Blacks throughout the history of our Nation including the 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama, and the current Vice-President of the United States, Kamala Harris.

Bay Area1 month ago

Proclamation Recognizing February 2023 as Black History Month

WHEREAS, through courage, perseverance, faith, and resolve against incredible prejudice and hardships, Black Americans have positively influenced, enriched, and advanced every aspect of American life; and...

Wealth inequality in Silicon Valley is more pronounced than in the U.S. overall, or globally, with the top 1% of households holding 48 times more of the total wealth than the bottom 50%, according to the report. That compares to 23 times nationally and globally, the report said.

Business1 month ago

Silicon Valley’s Vast Wealth Disparity Deepens as Poverty Increased

A new study of Silicon Valley wealth, income and other economic measures shows vast disparities in one of the country's wealthiest regions, with the top 10%...

Asm. Mia Bonta (D-Alameda), in an orange outfit, was among those attending Asm. Lori Wilson's announcement at the state Capitol in Sacramento on Feb. 15, 2023.

Black History1 month ago

Lori Wilson Picks Up Baton to Remove Slavery Language from California’s Constitution

Samual Nathaniel Brown said he is not surprised that Assemblymember Lori Wilson (D-Suisun City) picked up the baton to carry on the fight to eradicate the...

Homecoming services of entrepreneur and community leader Charlie Walker at Third Baptist Church in San Francisco. Flowers formed letters spelling out Walker as the mayor of Bay View Hunters Point BVHP. Photo by Carla Thomas

Bay Area1 month ago

Unapologetically Black Mayor of Bay View Hunters Point Charlie Walker Leaves SF Legacy

A celebration of life for the mayor of Bay View Hunters Point, businessman Charlie Walker, was held on Friday, Feb. 10 at Third Street Baptist Church...

Elmer Fonza, right, speaks during public comment at the California Reparations Task Force Meeting in Los Angeles on Sept. 23, 2022. Fonza and his brother Medford, seated on the left, want to know if a proposed Freedmen’s Bureau could help them file a claim in regard to property once owned in Gold County by their formerly enslaved great-great-great grandfather. Photo by Antonio Ray Harvey

Black History1 month ago

Reparations Task Force: Freedmen’s Bureau Essential for Compensating Slave Descendants

The members of the California Task Force to Study and Develop Reparations Proposals for African Americans are preparing the pretext for recommending a modern-day Freedmen’s Bureau...

Ben Gilbarg and Angel Diaz, founders of STEAM The Streets App.

Community1 month ago

CoBiz Richmond Creators Unveil STEAM Career App

A new STEAM The Streets App aims to raise awareness and access for youth to high-demand career opportunities in STEM and arts. Equally interesting? The app’s...

Pastor Michael McBride leads Berkeley’s The Way Christian Center. Web site photo.

Activism1 month ago

Rep. Barbara Lee Invites Pastor Michael McBride to State of the Union Address

Rep. Barbara Lee was joined by Pastor Michael McBride, a Bay Area native, national faith leader, and racial justice activist, as her guest to President Biden’s...

Republican Caucus members press conference at the California State Capitol.

California Black Media1 month ago

Republican Lawmakers Announce Agenda to ‘Fix California’

“Crime is soaring, homelessness is out of control, the cost of living is unsustainable, schools are failing students, our water infrastructure is out-dated and our communities...

Black residents make up about 3% of Santa Clara County’s population, but the impact of Black leaders on the region is undeniable — even while facing adversity.

Activism2 months ago

San Jose Spotlight: 15 of the Most Influential Black Leaders in Silicon Valley

Local Black leaders are working to change the odds and boost equality for the community. In celebration of Black History Month, San Jose Spotlight is highlighting...

#NNPA BlackPress2 months ago

PRESS ROOM: The SANS Institute Reopens HBCU Cyber Academy Application Window to Address Growing Need for Cybersecurity Professionals

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Through the HBCU Cyber Academy, students will receive in-depth training from top SANS instructors and access to cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies. The program is...

#NNPA BlackPress2 months ago

Rev. Rhett H. James Honored During Dr. King Program

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Reverend James was a brilliant civic leader and pastor,” said Rev. Ronald E. Jones, a former Garland, Texas mayor who, like Rev. James,...

#NNPA BlackPress2 months ago

Creative, Talented and Inspiring High School Students Chosen for This Year’s Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The 100 students from across the country will descend on Walt Disney World Resort March 23-26 for the 16th annual event, aimed at...

#NNPA BlackPress3 months ago

makolah abdullah interview

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#NNPA BlackPress3 months ago

Dr. David S Wilson, 10th President of Morgan State University

The NNPA’s Nsenga K. Burton, Ph.D interviews Dr. David S. Wilson, 10th President of Baltimore MD’s Morgan State University. The post Dr. David S Wilson, 10th...

Yogananda Pittman, the incoming chief of the UC Berkeley Police, says she will respect the community’s diversity and listen to many voices as the department works to improve campus security. (Photo by Brittany Hosea-Small).

Activism3 months ago

For New UC Berkeley Chief Yogananda Pittman, Building Trust Is Key to Modern Police Work

Now, after helping to guide the force through a time of crisis and rapid change, Pittman will become chief of the UC Berkeley Police Department. Starting...

#NNPA BlackPress3 months ago

Douglas Anderson Teacher Wins Wolfburg Fellowship

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Ferrell will use the funding to attend conferences for school counselors to discover best practices in the field and plans to send two students...

#NNPA BlackPress3 months ago

Harvard University Announces Dr. Claudine Gay as New President

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “All of us on the search committee are excited by the prospect of her bringing her high aspirations and interdisciplinary outlook across the...

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Newsom Unveils Restorative, Rehabilitative Vision for San Quentin Prison

Apply Now: California College Corps Is Offering Students Much More Than $10,000 Stipends

Popular Barbers Bring ‘Empire’ to Hercules

County Has Consumers’ Back on Pricing Inspections: Supervisors hear findings from Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures

California Reconsiders Potential of College Work-Study Jobs

Newsom Rescinds COVID State of Emergency, Signaling Shift Away From Emergency Response

“Black Founder: The Hidden Power of Being an Outsider” by Stacy Spikes

SCOTUS Poised to Rule Against Student Loan Forgiveness as Protestors Rally to Save Biden’s Plan

Proclamation Recognizing February 2023 as Black History Month

Silicon Valley’s Vast Wealth Disparity Deepens as Poverty Increased

Lori Wilson Picks Up Baton to Remove Slavery Language from California’s Constitution

Unapologetically Black Mayor of Bay View Hunters Point Charlie Walker Leaves SF Legacy

Reparations Task Force: Freedmen’s Bureau Essential for Compensating Slave Descendants

CoBiz Richmond Creators Unveil STEAM Career App

Rep. Barbara Lee Invites Pastor Michael McBride to State of the Union Address

Republican Lawmakers Announce Agenda to ‘Fix California’

San Jose Spotlight: 15 of the Most Influential Black Leaders in Silicon Valley

PRESS ROOM: The SANS Institute Reopens HBCU Cyber Academy Application Window to Address Growing Need for Cybersecurity Professionals

Rev. Rhett H. James Honored During Dr. King Program

Creative, Talented and Inspiring High School Students Chosen for This Year’s Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort

makolah abdullah interview

Dr. David S Wilson, 10th President of Morgan State University

For New UC Berkeley Chief Yogananda Pittman, Building Trust Is Key to Modern Police Work

Douglas Anderson Teacher Wins Wolfburg Fellowship

Harvard University Announces Dr. Claudine Gay as New President

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