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The recent Essence Festival of Culture ignited considerable online discussion regarding its new format. This debate primarily stemmed from individuals who neither attended nor truly grasped the festival's essence.Accusations emerged claiming that th...
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From 2010 to 2020, Black enrollment in U.S. higher education institutions decreased by approximately 22%. To tackle this issue in California, Assemblymember Mike Gipson has introduced Assembly Bill 335. This bill aims to establish a competitive grant...
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As California's Legislature embarks on its summer recess, California Black Media highlights five significant bills recently signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. Once enacted by the governor, these bills are recorded by the California Secretary of State,...
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America has mastered the art of silence, with whispers historically hidden beneath courthouse steps and within the ashes of Black churches that defied oppression. The hush encompasses the powerful, caught in their transgressions, as the courts conven...
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At just 17, Kaelin Banks has emerged as a seasoned advocate, particularly as a rising senior at UCLA Community School. Reflecting on her inaugural speech at a Los Angeles Unified School District board meeting, Banks recalls the initial nerves, “I was...
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Two weeks have passed since Congress enacted the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” an extensive tax initiative that profoundly affects the nation’s social and environmental support systems. This legislation revamps crucial programs like Medicaid and the...
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Blueprint Vibes emphasizes the necessity of vision and implementation. Establishing clear objectives and a structured plan is essential for directing your finances toward growth. Whether your goal is purchasing a home, retiring early, eliminating deb...
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For many long-time residents of Sacramento, Sacramento State may have traditionally appeared as a tranquil local establishment, primarily recognized for its fierce football rivalry with UC Davis in the Causeway Classic. However, with Dr. Luke Wood's...
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Members of the California Association of Black Lawyers (CABL) were prominently present at the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on July 15, advocating for Assembly Bill (AB) 7. This proposed legislation would allow public and private higher educatio...
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In Natomas, a coalition of concerned parents, community members, and advocates is tackling a persistent dilemma in the Natomas Unified School District, where African American students consistently lag behind in reading proficiency. Founded in 2020, N...