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Corey Jackson Endorses Proposition 50 to Strengthen Democratic Processes and Protect Black Representation in California
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"This isn’t politics as usual; it’s an emergency for our democracy," said Calif. Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson Riverside, CA — California State Assembly member Dr. Corey Jackson announced his strong support for Proposition 50, a measure designed to enhance the fairness of the redistricting process in California and oppose Republican efforts to undermine the democratic process. He joins the Legislative Black Caucus, the United Domestic Workers (UDW), the California Teachers Association (CTA), and Governor Gavin Newsom
in supporting Prop 50. "This isn’t politics as usual; it’s an emergency for our democracy," Jackson stated. "Trump’s scheme to rig the next election poses a serious threat to democracy, and especially to Blacks; Proposition 50 provides an important mechanism to ensure voters have a say in how district boundaries are drawn in California." Jackson emphasized that Proposition 50 will empower
California voters rather than unelected commissions, stating, "On November 4th, Prop 50 allows every voter to have a voice in redistributing districts throughout the State, making the process far more transparent and democratic." He further condemned the current administration’s policies, emphasizing the importance of checking unchecked power. "We must do everything we can to oppose anti-Black actions and protect the rights we've fought so hard to win. Proposition 50 helps amplify our voices by keeping federal and state powers accountable." Jackson further stated that supporting Proposition 50 aligns with efforts to oppose President Trump’s destructive policies that cut vital services, especially those being provided to the underserved citizenry, such as Medicaid, IHSS, and SNAP: He points to the fact that "MAGA Republicans have cut billions from Medicaid and other programs, which risk lives and livelihoods. Proposition 50 is a step toward restoring funding and replacing harmful politicians with those committed to our well-being." The measure also addresses economic concerns, with Jackson stating: "Trump and his allies have broken their promises to
lower costs, instead raising prices through harmful tariffs. Proposition 50 gives us a chance to elect representatives who will prioritize lowering costs for working families." Dr. Jackson concludes, "This is about fairness, representation, and protecting our democracy. I urge every Californian to support Proposition 50 to ensure our voices are heard and our communities are protected." About Assembly member Dr. Corey A. Jackson Assembly member Dr. Corey A. Jackson, DSW, MSW, represents California's 60th Assembly District. Elected in 2022 and reelected in 2024, he chairs the Human Services Committee and its Budget Subcommittee. With a background in education and community service, he previously served on Riverside County's Board of Education, representing the communities of Riverside, Moreno Valley, Perris, and Mead Valley. He is also the founder and CEO of SBX Youth and Family Services, which aims to break the cycle of poverty and violence through mentoring, education, and community organizing. His advocacy led to a historic settlement for youth fairness, especially for youth of color. He graduated from CSU San Bernardino in political science and earned both a Master’s and a Doctor of Social Work from California Baptist University.
Hours After Fraud Charge, Black Women Mobilize in Support of NY AG Tish James BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE- Hours after the retaliatory one-count indictment of bank fraud against New York Attorney General Tish James, Black women and civil rights groups rallied in support. Leaders, including Hakeem Jeffries, praised James’ constitutional courage as Trump allies escalated their legal attacks.
Ashley L. Upkins The National Bar Association stands firmly and without hesitation beside New York Attorney General Letitia “Tish” James. Today’s indictment is unjust and dangerous. It represents the continued weaponization of our nation’s justice system for political gain. The President of the United States has crossed a red line that no leader in this country’s history has crossed before. Directing the Department of Justice to target an independent, duly elected state attorney general for doing her job strikes at the heart of our democracy. Attorney General James has dedicated her career to fairness and the rule of law. She has done what every public servant should do which is follow the facts and apply the law without fear or favor. To see her integrity attacked through baseless charges is an assault on the very foundation of justice itself. We now see the result of politics overtaking principle. Career prosecutors determined that there was no evidence to support these charges. They were pushed out and replaced with individuals whose only qualification is their loyalty to a single man, not to the Constitution or the law. That is corruption. That is abuse of
Federal Judge blocks Illinois deployment–AG Kwame Raoul By Sharon Fountain
By April Ryan
Just hours after the onecount indictment of bank fraud against Black New York Attorney General Tish James, Black women are coming together to stand against Donald Trump and his ongoing attacks on them. Several groups, including the NAACP, are standing in support
of James for doing her job, which involves trying to prosecute alleged unlawful acts by the president. House Minority Leader, New York Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, said James has “courageously been at the forefront of successfully
c h a l l e n g i n g t h e Tr u m p administration’s lawless and deeply unpopular overreach.” Jefferies acknowledged she was “guided by the constitution.” Three years ago, James brought charges against the president for his business dealings, alleging that he had fraudulently inflated the value of his assets to obtain advantageous loan and insurance terms. A judge ordered Trump to pay $454 million. However, a Manhattan appeals court found the penalties improper but upheld certain business restrictions. In recent weeks, President Trump mistakenly leaked on Truth Social a text message to the Attorney General, Pam Bondi, demanding that she charge James, along with former FBI
head James Comey. The indictment marks the second time in a matter of weeks that the Justice Department has secured charges against one of President Trump’s longtime adversaries. James B. Comey, the former FBI director, was indicted late last month, after an investigation by the exact U.S. attorney’s office that pursued James. Former White House aide Lindsey Halligan, who has no prosecutorial experience, is also the same woman who began the Trump administration’s effort to dismantle the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Later this month, James is expected in court in Norfolk, Virginia, to face the charge.
power. And that is why we must all speak out. This is not just about one person or one case. It is about whether the justice system will serve the people or be used as a tool of political revenge. Even leaders from across the political spectrum have expressed concern. They know what is at stake. If this can happen to an attorney general who stands on the side of truth, it can happen to anyone who dares to uphold it. For more than one hundred years, the National Bar Association has been the conscience of this profession. We have stood for the independence of the judiciary, the dignity of the law, and the protection of those who fight for justice. We will continue to do so now. Attorney General James has said she is not fearful. Her faith remains unshaken, and she knows, as we know, that no weapon formed against her shall prosper. The National Bar Association calls upon every lawyer, judge, and citizen who believes in justice to stand united in this moment. Our silence cannot be bought, borrowed, or bullied. When justice is under attack, silence is complicity. Freedom and justice cannot wait.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul is shown here in a October 2019 file photo. (Capitol News Illinois file photo)
Chicago, Oct. 10, 2025 — A federal judge in Chicago has granted a temporary restraining order to halt the Trump administration’s attempt to deploy National Guard troops in Illinois, dealing a legal setback to the administration’s aggressive expansion of federal force in Democratic-led states. The case stems from a lawsuit filed earlier this week by Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, who argued that
the deployment represents an overreach of federal power and an unconstitutional attempt to undercut state sovereignty. In her oral ruling, U.S. District Judge April Perry held that the administration failed to show a credible threat or justification for such an extraordinary step. She ordered that no National Guard units be used in Illinois for at least 14 days, and scheduled a hearing for Oct. 22 to decide whether the order should be extended. Perry said she saw “no credible evidence that there is a danger of rebellion in the state of Illinois,” and labeled the administration’s narrative of unrest as “unreliable.” Illinois and Chicago officials welcomed the ruling, calling it a defense of constitutional limits on federal power. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has said it continued on page 3
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Nominations Now Open for the “A Promise Kept”: California The Social Lites Invite Incoming 2026 Black Rose Awards: Honoring Establishes First-in-the-Nation Knights To Attend Briefing For 59th Reparations Agency Annual Beautillion Unsung Heroes in the IE By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media
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awards." Jim King, founder of the Black Rose Awards, emphasized the importance of recognizing dedicated volunteers who contribute their time without seeking recognition. "These individuals are the unsung heroes—they are committed, compassionate, and make our community a better place." Nomination forms are available online at: SBBCFoundation. org The awards celebrate achievements across the Black community, but recipients are not required to be Black themselves. To join the Black Rose Awards Committee or learn more about sponsorship and leadership opportunities, visit SBBCFoundation.org. The Black Rose Awards are the highlight of Black History Month celebrations, showcasing the accomplishments and contributions of Black individuals and allies. The Black Culture Foundation, established in 1968, aims to promote Black culture, raise awareness of Black achievements, and foster unity through annual cultural events and parades. Join us in honoring those who dedicate themselves to the betterment of our community. Together, we can continue to celebrate, inspire, and uplift. Black Rose Committee members: Rev. Bronica Martindale, Carl M. Dameron, Paulette Brown-Hinds, Dolores Armstead, Christine Irving, Marlene Davis, The Socialites, Troy Ingram, Genevieve Chandler, Jim King
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif.— The Black Culture Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Black Rose Awards, which honor remarkable individuals dedicating their lives to community service and improvement in the Inland Empire. Nominations are due by November 10, 2025. The 34th Annual Black Rose Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., in the Santos Manuel Student Union at California State University, San Bernardino. This event shines a spotlight on those whose volunteer efforts transcend typical expectations, often going unrecognized despite their significant impact on the community. "We are looking for Black leaders or community members who work tirelessly to uplift others in the Inland Empire," said Carl M. Dameron, President of the Black Culture Foundation. "We encourage nominations for The Black Rose, Humanitarian of Campaign1_2_English_11.5x10.5.pdf the Year, and Community Service
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Gov. Gavin Newsom, seated, signs SB 518 as members of the California Legislative Black Caucus look on. The landmark reparative justice bill establishes the Bureau for Descendants of American Slavery, marking the beginning of a process to advance reparative justice for descendants of enslaved people in California. Pictured with Newsom are CLBC members State Sens. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D-Los Angeles), far left; Laura Richardson (D-San Pedro), second from left; Akilah Weber Pierson (D-San Diego), second from right; and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, far right. SB 518 was authored by Weber Pierson. Photo courtesy of the Office of Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill (SB) 518, landmark legislation creating California’s Bureau for Descendants of American Slavery — the first state agency in the nation dedicated to implementing reparations for Black Americans. “A few days ago, I, with a few other members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), met with Gov. Newsom as he signed my bill SB 518 – the Bureau for Descendants of American Slavery,” said Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D-San Diego), chair of the CLBC and author of the bill. “California has taken a monumental and historic step toward justice, becoming the first state in the nation to create a permanent agency dedicated to reparative justice for Black Americans.”
The governor first hinted at the signing during an appearance on the Higher Learning podcast, hosted by Rachel Lindsay and Van Lathan Jr., before his office made the news official in an Oct. 10 press release. “I just signed a bill two days ago with the (California Legislative) Black Caucus as it relates to creating a new office to address these systemic issues,” Newsom told the hosts. Authored by Weber Pierson, SB 518 establishes a permanent state agency tasked with implementing reparations policies for descendants of enslaved African Americans and those whose families were harmed by racially motivated eminent domain in California. The Bureau will verify eligibility, safeguard privacy, educate the public, and coordinate future reparative justice initiatives. “For centuries, the descendants of enslaved people have endured hardship, exclusion, and systemic injustice that denied them access to opportunity and equality,” Weber-Pierson said in a statement. “SB 518 is a step toward acknowledging that painful truth and creating the structures needed to repair it. This bill represents hope, responsibility, and a commitment to make right what was wrong for far too long.” The legislation was directly based on policy recommendations from the Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans, which issued its comprehensive final report in June 2023. The task force was continued on page 4
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The Social Lites, Inc. invite all interested young men to attend an informational meeting for the 59th Annual Beautillion. 📅 Dates: Saturday, October 18 🕚 Time: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM 📍 Location: New Hope Life Center, Room 13 1505 W. Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92411 Program meeting will take place weekly on Sundays from 2pm4pm, These sessions are designed to introduce and prepare the incoming Sir Knights for this year’s Beautillion. The meetings will cover program expectations, mentorship opportunities, and scholarship award details. High school seniors, African American young men with a GPA of 2.0 or higher, interested in pursuing higher education are strongly encouraged to attend. This is a unique opportunity to gain leadership skills, serve the community, and compete for scholarship funds through one of San Bernardino’s most respected traditions. For additional information, 📞 Contact: Elsie Paulino
(951)205 -8823 ABOUT US: Social Lites, Inc, a non-profit corporation established in 1956, incorporating the Scholarship Foundation as a 501(c)3 in 1977. It has a rich history of creating programs and services for the youth of the Inland Empire. Over the past 56 years, our membership of women has worked both individually and collectively on a volunteer basis to make positive contributions to the community. Notably, in 1967, , the Social Lites, Inc has been at the forefront of awarding scholarships, pioneering initiatives that have significantly impacted the lives of deserving youth. Notably, the organization was among the first to award scholarships through California State University, San Bernardino, Ca. Our efforts have resulted in providing over $2.5 million in scholarships to deserving youth through events like the Ebony Fashion Show and the Knights of the Beautillion, with the grand finale of the former taking place in 2009.
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Newsom and Elected Officials Make Case to Black Press for Prop 50 BREAKING: Historic Education Win in California: Governor Newsom Signs Landmark Early Literacy Bill Into Law...continued
By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media
Gov. Gavin Newsom invited Democrat lawmakers from Texas to the news conference. He supports their efforts to block a vote on redistricting that would create five more congressional seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.( file photo screenshot Aug 8, 2025)
On Oct. 7, members of the California Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), and Gov. Gavin Newsom briefed Black media across the state, urging support for Proposition 50 – The Election Rigging Response Act – ahead of the upcoming special election. U.S. Reps. Sydney KamlagerDove (D-CA-37) and Lateefah Simon (D-CA-12) joined Newsom and CLBC chair, State Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D– San Diego). to present the case that the measure is a targeted, temporary step to safeguard Black and Brown voting power. “We’re talking to the Black press to translate what is at stake here,” said Simon, a San Francisco native. “The Black press, historically, has been the cavalry for civil rights in this country. We hope you will translate what’s at stake to the
voters who have the most power in the state.” Placed on the ballot by Newsom and legislative leaders in August, Proposition 50 would allow the Legislature to adopt temporary congressional district maps for the 2026, 2028 and 2030 elections. After that, authority would return to the state’s independent Citizens Redistricting Commission in 2031. The special election will be held on Nov. 4; vote-bymail ballots are being sent to all active, registered voters, and inperson voting will be available statewide. Supporters say Prop 50 counters national efforts they contend have diluted voters of color in other states. Opponents argue it’s a partisan power grab that could reduce Republicans’ nine California House seats to five. Newsom rejected the “slippery slope” critique: “Doing
nothing guarantees we continue to lose checks and balances. This is not a slippery slope—it’s a response to an emergency… It’s high time Democrats do something meaningful and substantive. That’s what we’re doing.” Newsom said the measure responds directly to Pres. Donald Trump’s unprecedented phone call to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott directing a mid-decade redistricting plan to secure five additional Republican congressional seats. “Those maps were literally drawn at Mar-aLago,” Newsom said. “Ours were developed transparently, through an open process — and now, for the first time in history, voters themselves get to approve their own congressional maps.” The governor and Black leaders framed California as the nation’s “firewall” against a coordinated rollback of democracy. “We’re drawing a line in the sand,” Newsom said. “We did not choose this fight — we were drawn into it by an assault on democracy.” Kamlager-Dove called Prop 50 “a moral defense” against voter suppression and misinformation, emphasizing that the change is time-limited. She framed it as pushback against moves in states like Texas, Missouri, Indiana, Ohio and Florida, and criticized actions by the Trump administration that she said have harmed Black communities— citing rollbacks of DEI initiatives and threats to programs like WIC and SNAP—adding that federal budget turmoil disproportionately hurts Black households. “If we win back the House
in 2026, Black members will again chair the majority of key committees — restoring subpoena power, oversight, and the checks and balances that protect our communities,” Kamlager-Dove emphasized. She also addressed misinformation that Prop 50 dismantles California’s independent commission. “The maps were shared with the Legislature, posted online, and every voter will see them on their ballot,” she said. “You can’t get any more transparent than that. It’s temporary, it’s fair, and it protects representation when it’s most under attack.” The CLBC has long prioritized protecting and expanding voting rights. Weber-Pierson said the caucus views Prop 50 as an extraordinary but necessary step to preserve fair representation until the commission resumes its role. “This is like a butcher,” she said of efforts in other states to dismantle protections. “It is bloody, it is messy… We do not have the opportunity to sit out on this one.” Weber Pierson, a practicing physician, added that the stakes are tangible: “More than one million Black Californians are enrolled in Medi-Cal, and over 60% of our Black children rely on it,” she said. “When you attack representation, you attack funding for housing, health care, and education. This is about whether our families keep access to care and opportunity.” Simon reminded reporters that attacks on voting rights are not new. “After Reconstruction, continued in next 2 columns
Barstow Job Fair And Resource Event BREAKING: Historic Education Win To Connect Residents With Local in California: Governor Newsom Signs Landmark Early Literacy Bill Into Law Employers And Services Millions of Students to Benefit as AB 1454 Transforms How Children Learn to Read
County News Barstow, CA – Oct. 13, 2025 – Job seekers and community members are invited to the Barstow Job Fair and Resource Event being held from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23. The event will take place at the Harvey House, 685 N. 1st Ave., in Barstow. The event is hosted by California's Employment Development Department of San Bernardino and sponsored by San Bernardino County Third District Supervisor Dawn Rowe and America’s Job Center of California. Other partners include the City of Barstow, Barstow
Chamber of Commerce, and the Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk’s Office. Participants will have the opportunity to meet with businesses hiring in manufacturing, transportation, government, healthcare and other industries. The event will also offer record-clearing services and access to the Assessor-RecorderCounty Clerk Mobile Unit for on-site assistance. “This event brings together local employers, resources and community members to strengthen our regional continued in last 2 columns
Federal Judge blocks Illinois deployment–AG Kwame Raoul...continued from page 1 will appeal. In his own statement, Attorney General Raoul said the following: “Today’s ruling is a victory for the rule of law. The administration has provided no lawful explanation for its deployment of federal troops, and none exists. It’s clear that this attempted occupation within the state of Illinois is driven by political animus and not because federal officials are unable to protect federal property or enforce federal law. “The president does not have the unfettered discretion to turn America’s military against its own citizens when they exercise their constitutional rights. I am absolutely committed to upholding the Constitution and defending the rule of law, and I will continue to fight back against this unlawful attack on our state’s sovereignty.” As this legal battle proceeds, key questions remain: Will the administration persuade an appellate court that the deployment was lawful? Can Illinois maintain control over
its Guard forces? And how will protests and enforcement dynamics evolve on the ground in Chicago and surrounding areas? Chicago City Mayor Brandon Johnson released the following statement response to the Temporary Restraining Order granted against President Trump’s National Guard deployment: “This ruling is a win for the people of Chicago and the rule of law. “Judge Perry echoed many of the points that we have made repeatedly: Trump’s deployment is illegal, unconstitutional, dangerous, and unnecessary. There is no rebellion in Chicago. There are just good people standing up for what is right. “The judge established that the Trump administration is unreliable. They lie, misrepresent, and put people in danger. “We will continue to use all of the tools at our disposal to end the Trump administration’s war on Chicago.”
SB County/Government LOS ANGELES, CA – In a monumental step forward for California's students, AB 1454 was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom – following unanimous votes of support in both the California Assembly (78-0) and the California Senate (38-0). Unanimous, bipartisan votes for an education policy change is a rarity in the United States, particularly in a state as diverse as California, with its nearly 6 million students. California’s reading gaps, like those in many states across the U.S., have persisted for years. This milestone comes after months of advocacy by EdVoice and a coalition of 90+ supporting organizations – including anchor partners Decoding Dyslexia CA, Families In Schools, and the NAACP CaliforniaHawaii State Conference – who have championed evidencebased reading instruction for California's students. “Reading is the gateway to all future knowledge and opportunity. With the passage of AB 1454, millions more students will now receive evidence-based reading instruction – unlocking opportunities that were once closed to them,” said Marshall Tuck, CEO of EdVoice. “This is a historic day for California’s students, educators, and families. Unanimous, across-the-aisle votes in both chambers tells us that big policy change is possible when we choose evidence over ideology and kids over politics. That’s worth celebrating.” AB 1454, jointly authored by Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas), Assemblymember Blanca Rubio (D-Baldwin Park), and Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance), will address California's persistent literacy challenges by updating instructional materials to align with decades of research
showing how children learn to read. Additionally, Governor Newsom allocated $200 million in the ‘25-‘26 final state budget to fund evidence-based professional development in literacy instruction for educators, making California the largest state in the nation providing both updated materials and the opportunity for professional development in evidence-based literacy instruction. “Strong reading skills are the foundation for every student’s success, and this new law demonstrates a landmark commitment to advancing California’s reading and literacy rates,” said Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas). “It is a critical step forward and will improve literacy outcomes for all of our students.” “This is personal for me. As a former teacher and someone who learned English as a second language, I've seen what happens when we don't get reading instruction right from the start – and our kids don’t have any more time to waste,” said Assemblymember Blanca Rubio (D-Baldwin Park). “We have seen for years what happens when kids fall behind by third grade, and they struggle to catch up for years after, even into adulthood. But I’ve also seen the magic that happens when we teach reading the right way – suddenly everything clicks for these kids. That's what AB 1454 does. It makes sure every teacher has the tools to help every child experience that breakthrough moment.” “California parents send their children to school trusting that teachers know how to teach them to read, but for years that trust has been broken. Too many parents – especially in low-income communities and continued in next 2 columns
in communities of color – watch their kids struggle and don't know why or what to do about it. AB 1454 means parents can have confidence again,” said Yolie Flores, President & CEO of Families In Schools. “California parents shouldn't have to become reading experts to make sure their kids learn the basic skill of how to read. When they drop their child off at school, now they will know they're getting instruction that actually works.” AB 1454 aims to lift reading achievement by: Requiring the State Board of Education (SBE) to adopt a new English language arts/ English language development instructional materials list that aligns with evidence-based means of teaching literacy. Local Education Agencies must follow SBE’s guidance when updating materials or certify that the materials are aligned with SBE’s criteria. Updating standards for administrator and reading specialist preparation programs to include training on effective means of teaching literacy. “Literacy is a civil right and the pathway to a prosperous future. We have stood alongside EdVoice and our partners in support of AB 1454 from the beginning,” said Rick L. Callender, President of the NAACP CA-HI State Conference. “For too long, we've accepted that kids in certain zip codes, mostly Black and brown
communities, just aren’t reading as well. It has become the status quo. But that's not about the kids, that's about the system failing them. When we deny children effective reading instruction, we're denying them their future. AB 1454 says no more waiting. Every child, no matter where they live or what they look like, deserves to read. This is social justice in action.” “Parents want their children to thrive, but they need schools that can deliver,” said Megan Potente, State Director of Decoding Dyslexia CA. “AB 1454 ensures that children of all abilities, including those with dyslexia, across our state have access to evidence-based reading instruction. Combined with universal screening in all K-2 classrooms being introduced in California this year, this means students won’t be left behind – they’ll be identified early, supported appropriately, and given the opportunity to become strong, confident readers.” The Governor’s signature comes at a critical time, as California continues to lag behind other states in reading proficiency like Mississippi and Louisiana, and as our national reading crisis continues to persist. These smaller states have implemented similar evidence-based literacy policies as AB 1454 and seen dramatic improvements in student reading outcomes. Now, it is time for California to have its own reading renaissance.
Newsom and Elected Officials Make Case to Black Press for Prop 50...continued Black Americans held more than 2,000 elected offices,” she said. “By 1877, violent backlash wiped out that progress. The Voting Rights Act restored it, and the 2013 Shelby decision gutted it again. What we’re seeing now is history repeating itself.” She called Prop 50 “a temporary but essential shield” to protect communities of color across the nation. “There’s a very strategic, well-funded campaign to erase Black voters,” Simon said. “Prop 50 says not today, not ever.” Simon also described the campaign’s growing ground game — calling it the most expansive grassroots effort in a generation. “You’ll see canvassers at laundromats, barber shops, and churches,” she said. “And the ethnic press — you — are the trusted messengers. You hold the bullhorn.” Supporters—including the
Governor, members of the CBC, and the CLBC—argue Prop 50 is a temporary, targeted response aimed at protecting the voting strength of communities of color in California’s congressional maps. Critics warn it undermines the independent commission and could shift partisan balance. Newsom, responding again to those concerns, said, “Doing nothing guarantees that we continue to lose the capacity to have oversight. This is temporary, transparent, and democratic. It’s not a slippery slope — it’s a lifeline.” With ballots already mailed to every voter, Newsom reminded the press, “Polls don’t vote — people vote. It’s faith and works. Now it’s about getting people to turn in those ballots and make sure their voices are heard.” CBM staff Joe W. Bowers Jr. and Solomon O. Smith contributed to this report.
Barstow Job Fair And Resource Event To Connect Residents With Local Employers And Services...continued workforce,” said Barstow Mayor Tim Silva. “Whether you’re looking for your next career move or need help accessing county services, this is a great place to start the process.” Registration is encouraged and available online at HDHE1025.
eventbrite.com. For more information about San Bernardino County Workforce Development programs and upcoming events, visit Workforce.SBCounty.gov, or call 800-451-JOBS (5627).
SCOTUS faces loyalty test in new term By Stacy M. Brown
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 2025–26 term opens amid growing public skepticism and a docket filled with divisive cases on race, gender, and presidential authority. (Photo Credit: Unsplash / Tomasz Zielonka)
When the Supreme Court began its 2025–26 term on Oct. 6, legal observers, scholars and advocates warned that the justices are again positioned to shape the country’s direction on equality, freedom and democracy itself.
The PBS NewsHour described this year’s docket as “a reflection of the cultural and partisan clashes of American politics.” The new docket is filled with cases involving race, gender, campaign finance and presidential authority. At the D.C. Bar’s annual Supreme Court Review and Preview, more than 100 attendees gathered in person and virtually to hear predictions about the cases that could define the nation’s future. Moderator Daniel Woofter said the “polarization of the Court is undeniable.” According to figures discussed at the event, Chief Justice John continued on page 4
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Federal Shutdown May Delay Disaster Recovery and Preparedness in California by Aryana Noroozi
The Line Fire ignited on September 5, 2024, around 6:00 p.m.along Baseline Road near the intersection of Alpin Street in East Highlands. (source: flckr.com)
State officials warn the federal government shutdown is putting disaster preparedness and recovery efforts at risk, even as regions across the state – including the Inland Empire – face mounting wildfire threats. The federal government shut down on Oct. 1 after Congress was unable to reach a decision to pass a funding bill. The major sticking point was over the continuation of subsidies for the Affordable Care Act. Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom said the shutdown, triggered by President Trump and congressional Republicans, has forced thousands of federal employees in California to be furloughed and put several critical disaster recovery programs on hold. Firefighters are still on the front lines, but the freeze on federal funding for prevention, forest management, and recovery programs threatens to stall California’s progress in rebuilding from past wildfires and readying for the next. “Communities across our state are less safe because of Trump’s government shutdown,” Newsom said in a statement. “Critical wildfire preparedness and disaster recovery programs are on pause. This can’t go on – Republicans need to act to end this shutdown.” For the Inland Empire, the timing is critical. Large portions of San Bernardino and Riverside counties fall within “very high fire hazard severity zones,” where homes sit at the edge of wildland. Recent years have seen fast-moving wildfires threaten foothill neighborhoods and mountain towns, while recovery from past blazes has stretched on for years. Local officials have leaned heavily on federal assistance in those efforts. FEMA
reimbursements have helped cities and counties recoup firefighting costs, while grants have supported community preparedness programs and mitigation work like brush clearance and fuel breaks. Those funds are now delayed until the shutdown ends. FEMA’s field teams remain active due to their essential designation, but grants, reimbursements, and technical assistance for disaster recovery across the state are on hold. Local governments and residents relying on federal support to recover from fires, floods, and storms now face uncertainty. Despite the shutdown, California officials say state agencies remain fully staffed and ready to respond, but warn that federal gridlock is straining the state’s overall readiness. About a quarter of federal Forest Service employees responsible for prevention and planning have been furloughed, while key FEMA and Homeland Security grants for disaster recovery and mitigation are on pause. The National Weather Service continues essential forecasting, but broader research and planning at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are halted. Federal delays have also stalled prescribed burns, forest management projects, and community preparedness programs statewide. Meanwhile, the National Park Service is operating with minimal staff, leaving parks with limited emergency coverage and fewer resources to respond to fires and rescues. The state’s disaster agencies, including Cal FIRE, the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and the California National Guard, remain fully staffed. But with fire season stretching later into the year, officials say delays in prevention and recovery work could leave communities more vulnerable. “California remains committed to protecting lives, property and communities despite Washington’s gridlock,” according to the statement issued by Newsom’s office. “But make no mistake – this shutdown is threatening the safety and resilience of every Californian.”
“A Promise Kept”: California Establishes Firstin-the-Nation Reparations Agency ...continued from page 2 created through Assembly Bill (AB) 3121, authored by current Secretary of State Shirley Weber in 2020, to research the history of discrimination against Black Californians and recommend remedies for compensation and atonement. SB 518 is part of the CLBC’s Road to Repair 2025 Priority Bill Package, which aims to implement the task force’s recommendations. The bill was supported by 15 community, equity, and legal organizations, along with three former task force members, including former chairperson Kamilah V. Moore. Moore, who shared a video of Newsom’s podcast appearance on Oct. 10, said she didn’t expect the Governor to announce the signing publicly before it was official. “The interview came out on Oct. 10, but it was filmed a day before,” she told California Black Media. “I know because Van Lathan gave me a heads up and told me Newsom was coming on.” Moore previously supported a similar bill, SB 1403 by former Sen. Steven Bradford (D-Inglewood), which stalled in August 2024 after the CLBC
opted not to advance it. Despite her disappointment at the time, she said SB 518 represents meaningful progress. “It’s great news in a sense,” Moore said. “It’s not exactly what was delineated in the task force report, but it is something we can work with.” Not all advocates share that optimism. The Coalition for a Just and Equitable California (CJEC) has criticized SB 518, arguing it doesn’t go far enough to provide immediate redress. “Let’s be clear — SB 518 is not real Reparations, nor is it a step closer to real Reparations,” CJEC spokesperson Chris Lodgson said. “It’s a bureaucratic shell that delays Reparations, expands beyond the lineage it claims to serve, and diverts precious time and resources away from the real work of repair.” Khansa “Friday Jones” JonesMuhammad, vice president of the Los Angeles Reparations Advisory Commission and president of the National Assembly of American Slavery, said she still prefers Bradford’s earlier bill but is prepared to continued in next 2 columns
SCOTUS faces loyalty test in new term...continued from page 3 Roberts joined the majority 95 percent of the time during the previous term, while Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito aligned 97 percent of the time. Elaine Goldenberg of Munger, Tolles and Olson said what was once a rarely used emergency docket has now become “a huge part of the Supreme Court’s work.” She said the docket has allowed the justices to act on politically charged cases without the full process of hearings. That process could again be used to decide cases on transgender rights, conversion therapy and the limits of presidential authority. In Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J., transgender students are asking the Court to overturn laws that prevent them from competing on teams that match their gender identity. The United States filed briefs opposing those challenges. “It doesn’t seem likely to me that the challengers of both laws are likely to prevail,” Goldenberg stated, noting that the government’s arguments were “sharp in tone” and clearly presented. One of the most significant
cases, Louisiana v. Callais, will determine whether the state must create another majority-Black congressional district under the Voting Rights Act. The case follows Allen v. Milligan, which required Alabama to add a second Black-majority district. The late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg once warned that removing protections from the Voting Rights Act was “like throwing away your umbrella in a rainstorm because you are not getting wet.” Another case, Chiles v. Salazar, challenges Colorado’s law banning conversion therapy for minors. The lawsuit claims the ban violates free speech and religious liberty. Medical and mental health organizations have long described conversion therapy as dangerous and harmful to young people. In National Republican Senatorial Committee v. Federal Election Commission, former Sen. JD Vance is asking the Court to strike down restrictions on how political parties and candidates can coordinate campaign spending. William Jay of Goodwin Procter said the lawsuit “blurs the line between giving and spending.” He said
the longstanding rule that giving money to candidates can create corruption risks while spending personal funds counts as free speech is now in question. The Court will also consider Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump, a case challenging tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. “There was no relationship between the products and the drug trafficking cited to justify the tariffs,” said Morgan Ratner of Sullivan and Cromwell. She explained that the case tests how far presidents can extend their authority during so-called national emergencies. SCOTUSblog reported that the Court has added several other cases touching on guns, property rights, and government power, including a challenge to Hawaii’s law that prevents people from carrying handguns on private property without the owner’s consent. The Court will also review disputes over compensation for property confiscated in Cuba and how the Fifth Amendment’s takings clause applies in those cases. Legal analyst Elie Mystal wrote in The Nation that the Court “has been corrupted
and weaponized” and now functions as “an antidemocratic enforcement mechanism of the Republican political agenda.” He said Democrats missed an opportunity to push for real reform after the Dobbs ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade. Mystal said, “The Supreme Court does not have the final say over how we have to live as a society. We do.” The PBS NewsHour reported that the Court’s current majority now favors what is known as originalism, the belief that the Constitution should be interpreted as it was understood when first ratified, rather than as a living document that evolves with society. Scholars said this view has already changed national law on abortion, guns, affirmative action, and federal regulation. The Court’s rulings this term are expected to affect elections, education, civil rights, and the limits of government power. Public confidence in the judiciary has reached record lows. One panelist at the D.C. Bar discussion said, “Every ruling this term will tell us something about what kind of country we still are.”
“A Promise Kept”: California Establishes First-in-theNation Reparations Agency ...continued
Multilateralism and Mutual Accountability... continued
move forward. “With the signing of SB 518 by Gavin Newsom, the California Legislative Black Caucus has an opportunity to repair the feelings of betrayal that advocates experienced when two reparations bills were sent to a suspense file last year,” she said. Weber Pierson said she and the CLBC remain committed to addressing structural disparities in California. “SB 518 is not just policy – it is a promise kept,” she said. “It honors the truth, dignity, and humanity of descendants
global concerns. These days, multilateralism is needed more than ever. In the face of war, forced displacement1 , genocide, and failing economies, multilateralism offers the framework for collaboration towards global safety and peace building, as well for the accountabilities needed when human rights and rule of law are violated by governments. When places of accountability such as the UN system go unsupported and are undermined by governments, the very systems that were created for peace and safety are eroded, which in turn affects the rights and thriving of the people.
of enslaved people and begins the process of healing wounds that have gone unaddressed for generations.” According to the bill’s language, the Bureau’s implementation will depend on funding from the Legislature and may also receive federal, state, and non-governmental grants. Over time, the Bureau is expected to expand its scope to address additional historical harms as part of the state’s broader reparative justice efforts.
WITNESS FOR JUSTICE Issue #1277
Multilateralism and Mutual Accountability Karen Georgia Thompson Years ago, I served as the pastor of a new church start. Although small in number, members of the congregation wanted to find ways to live their faith in action. Given our size and resources, we were limited in how we could participate and what we could provide to address the injustices we saw in our community. What was clear was that the concerns we had for our community and the world were best accomplished in collaborative spaces that allowed for better coordination of efforts and interests, the leveraging of resources, and the identification of needs and solutions from multiple perspectives. Our efforts in ministry and mission were more successful when we partnered with others. It was clear that we could achieve far more in partnership than we could alone. Coordination, cooperation, collaboration and communication are interconnected and essential to communities and organizations. Even in faith communities, the 4-Cs are important for the ways in which ministry and mission are attained. Whether with community organizations, interfaith partners, or ecumenically, the opportunities to collaborate and coordinate programmatically have addressed social challenges in meaningful ways by providing solutions for hunger, homelessness, refugee resettlement, affordable housing, after school care, education, elderly care, prisoner re-entry and a host of other challenges facing people and community. A successful process necessitates communication and mutual accountability for the common commitments established. In the global community,
multilateralism describes international politics and diplomacy, where many countries with different views and goals work together. This type of collaboration happens in the United Nations system, which is the principal multilateral forum where countries come together to solve global problems. Through their participation at the United Nations, member states can address challenges facing people around the world. Since its inception, “one thing has stayed the same: it remains the one place on Earth where all the world’s nations can gather together, discuss common problems, and find shared solutions that benefit all of humanity.” No one country can solve the myriad of issues emerging and existing in the world, just as no one person or organization can address the challenges in local communities or neighborhoods. The United Nations has been a place where nations together can provide the resources, programs and solutions needed to address war, civil unrest, economies, migration, as well as matters of peace keeping. The president of the United States addressed the 80th United Nations General Assembly in September 2025 in New York City. In his address to world leaders and the leadership of the UN, the 47th president focused on US exceptionalism, exaggerated his leadership and accomplishments since taking office, and questioned the value of the UN, while denying the interests and importance of other nations. Missing in his speech was any recognition of the 4-Cs in addressing the long list of continued in next 2 columns
Faith communities are a part of the multilateral system. They give voice to, advocate for, and are committed to justice and human thriving. Participation in multilateralism brings people of faith as active supporters for change and action in the world through collaboration, cooperation, coordination and communication. 1Though placing this in a list of negative things might run the risk of leading your readers to think that you would categorize migration as a catastrophe on the level of war, etc. I would consider removing the item or replacing it with something like “forced displacement.”
Commentary Head Start Gave the Author an Early Inspiration to Share Her Story By National Head Start Association
Author photo of Head Start alumna Atiya Henley.
It did not come as a surprise to Atiya Henley’s parents, alumni of Head Start, that she would become a published author before the age of 10. “Atiya has a BIG imagination,” said her mother, Amy Deanes. “This isn’t her first book, but it’s the first one that we published. She wrote this book because of no experience of her own, but because of her passion to help others.” Atyia is a former student of the Institute of Community Services (ICS Head Start) of Mississippi and the author of the “Mean Girls: A Bunch of Bullies,” a powerful story about the impact of hurtful teasing, taunting, and aggressive behavior. Her former teacher, Mrs. Dorothy Gaston, is proud of her learning process and progress. “During her year at Head Start, Atiya exemplified good social skills with her peers,” said Mrs. Gaston. “Early learning is a must when it comes to helping students gain social skills early in life. It helps them to interact with others and not be a bully to get what you want.” In her book, Atyia imagines students being pushed around by others and not being treated with kindness. She drew on the social skills she developed with Mrs. Gaston to write about how to stop bullying. “When a child
leaves home and gets on the bus ride to school, they should know that this is their second home and nothing bad will happen to them. Bullies are everywhere, but even a bully can be stopped,” said the young author. “I am also working on the second part to show how bullying doesn’t just stop because the bully gets caught, especially when the bully becomes more crafty.” Bullying can have lasting impacts on everyone involved: the person being bullied, bystanders who witness the bullying, and the person who bullies others. In fact, bullying is considered an Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE). ACEs are potentially traumatic events that can have negative, lasting effects on a person’s development, the way they interact with others, and how they perform in school. Research has shown that children reporting more ACEs may be more likely to exhibit bullying behavior. “We always ask our teachers and staff to listen attentively to what our children are saying. If we do not listen, we will miss the message,” said ICS Head Start Executive Director Eloise McClinton. “We are proud to know that one of our own had a vision during this time in her life to pen such a powerful story and to share her experience of bullying with her teacher.” Parents, caregivers, teachers, and schools all play an important role in preventing and addressing bullying and its harmful effects. Wise beyond her years, Atyia is continued on page 7
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20250009159 Date Filed: 09/29/2025 Filing Expires On: 09/29/2030 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): RANCHO CUCAMONGA MOVERS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 11175 AZUSA COURT SUITE 110 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Business Mailing Address: 7725 GATEWAY #4246 IRVINE, CA 92618 #of Employees: Name of Individual Registrant (First Name): (Middle Initial only): (Last Name): Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg: OC MOVING SERVICES, INC State of Inc./Org./ Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional) Corporation or LLC Street Address: 27633 NUGGET DR, #3 CANYON COUNTRY, CA 91387 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: (If registrant has not yet commenced to transact business, insert statement “Not Applicable.): Not Applicable /s/: Sirojiddin Bekchanov, CEO, DECLARES THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20250008684 Date Filed: 09/15/2025 Filing Expires On: 09/15/2030 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): WILLOW PROPERTIES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 7155 CITRUS AVE #204 FONTANA, CA 92336 Business Mailing Address: PO BOX 3836 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91729 #of Employees: 2 Name of Individual Registrant (First Name): (Middle Initial only): (Last Name): Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg: WILLOW PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional) 202462817018 Corporation or LLC Street Address: 7155 CITRUS AVE #204 FONTANA, CA 92336 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: (If registrant has not yet commenced to transact business, insert statement “Not Applicable.): Aug 29, 2024 /s/: John T. Bryan, President, DECLARES THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 2025. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20250009289 Date Filed: 10/01/2025 Filing Expires On: 10/01/2030 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): QUALITY INN & SUITES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 12033 OAKWOOD AVE HESPERIA, CA 92345 Business Mailing Address: 12033 OAKWOOD AVE HESPERIA, CA 92345 #of Employees: 10 Name of Individual Registrant (First Name): (Middle Initial only): (Last Name): Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg: PANCH RATNA LLC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional) Corporation or LLC Street Address: 12033 OAKWOOD AVE HESPERIA, CA 92345 This business is/was conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: (If registrant has not yet commenced to transact business, insert statement “Not Applicable.): Oct 01, 2025 /s/: Ketan Patel, Managing Member, DECLARES THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20250009403 Date Filed: 10/03/2025 Filing Expires On: 10/03/2030 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): BURGESON’S HEATING A/C ELECTRICAL SOLAR PLUMBING County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 620 TENNESSEE STREET REDLANDS, CA 92374 Business Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 7310 REDLANDS, CA 92375 #of Employees: Name of Individual Registrant (First Name): (Middle Initial only): (Last Name): Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./ Org./Reg: BURGESON’S HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING, INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional) Corporation or LLC Street Address: 620 TENNESSEE STREET REDLANDS, CA 92374 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: (If registrant has not yet commenced to transact business, insert statement “Not Applicable.): Apr 01, 2021 /s/: Brian Burgeson, CFO, DECLARES THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20250009297 Date Filed: 10/01/2025 Filing Expires On: 10/01/2030 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): ASAP FLEET REPAIR SERVICES LLC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 19005 SLOVER AVE BLOOMINGTON, CA 92316 Business Mailing Address: 19005 SLOVER AVE BLOOMINGTON, CA 92316 #of Employees: Name of Individual Registrant (First Name): (Middle Initial only): (Last Name): Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg: ASAP FLEET REPAIR SERVICES LLC State of Inc./ Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional) B20250317720 Corporation or LLC Street Address: 19005 SLOVER AVE BLOOMINGTON, CA 92316 This business is/was conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: (If registrant has not yet commenced to transact business, insert statement “Not Applicable.): Not Applicable /s/: Gisela E. Amado, CEO, DECLARES THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20250007792 Date Filed: 08/15/2025 Filing Expires On: 08/15/2030 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): THE MINI DOUGHNUT COMPANY County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 6939 SCHAEFER, SUITE D-151 CHINO, CA 91710 Business Mailing Address: 6939 SCHAEFER, SUITE D-151 CHINO, CA 91710 #of Employees: 1 Name of Individual Registrant (First Name): ARFAN (Middle Initial only): (Last Name): MAJEED
Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional) Corporation or LLC Street Address: This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: (If registrant has not yet commenced to transact business, insert statement “Not Applicable.): Aug 05, 2025 /s/: Arfan Majeed, Owner, DECLARES THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 2025.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20250009237 Date Filed: 09/30/2025 Filing Expires On: 09/30/2030 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): ABOVE THE CLOUDS CONSTRUCTION County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 769 SIERRA VISTA DR TWIN PEAKS, CA 92391 Business Mailing Address: 769 SIERRA VISTA DR TWIN PEAKS, CA 92391 #of Employees: 0 Name of Individual Registrant (First Name): NAHUM (Middle Initial only): V Last Name): CASTRO MERINO Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional) Corporation or LLC Street Address: This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: (If registrant has not yet commenced to transact business, insert statement “Not Applicable.): Sep 17, 2025 /s/: Nahum V Castro Merino, Owner, DECLARES THAT ALL INFORMATION IN THIS STATEMENT IS TRUE AND CORRECT. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). NOTICE- IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920. WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORT IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025.
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2527552 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: BRIAN HERNANDEZ filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. BRIAN HERNANDEZ to Proposed name: BRIAN HERNANDEZ SEGURA THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 11/26/25 Time 9:00 a.m. Dept.: S29 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 247 West Third Street San Bernardino District-Civil Division San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: Sep 30, 2025 Gilbert G. Ochoa Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 2025
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2527542 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: ALEXANDER HERNANDEZ filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. ALEXANDER HERNANDEZ to Proposed name: ALEXANDER HERNANDEZ SEGURA THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 11/26/25 Time 8:30 a.m. Dept.: S27 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 247 West Third Street San Bernardino District-Civil Division San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: Sep 30, 2025 Gilbert G. Ochoa Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 2025
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2527547 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: HECTOR HERNANDEZ filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. HECTOR HERNANDEZ to Proposed name: HECTOR HERNANDEZ SEGURA THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 11/26/25 Time 8:30 a.m. Dept.: S28 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 247 West Third Street San Bernardino District-Civil Division San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: Sep 30, 2025 Gilbert G. Ochoa Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 2025 AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVSB 2524866 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: VISHAL filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. VISHAL to Proposed name: VISHAL KUMAR b. VISHAL NO LAST NAME to VISHAL KUMAR THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 12/05/2025 Time 8:30 a.m. Dept.: S31 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 247 W. 3rd Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 San Bernardino Justice Center A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: 10/8/2025 Gilbert G. Ochoa Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 2025 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVBA 2500687 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: TOYOSI ADERONMU, ADEWALE ADERONMU filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. TEMIDIRE MICHAEL ERIAYOMI ADERONMU to Proposed name: TEMIDIRE MICHAEL ADERONMU THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: Oct 31, 2025 Time 8:30 a.m. Dept.: B1 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO Barstow District 235 E. Mt. View Barstow, CA 92311 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: Sep 12, 2025 James R. Baxter Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 2025
PETITION/PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RICHARD LAZALDE JR. DECEDENT CASE NO: PROVA2500760
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of RICHARD
LAZALDE JR.
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARGARET LAZALDE in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: MARGARET LAZALDE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.
A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 11/17/2025 Time: 9:00AM Dept: F1 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 17780 Arrow Blvd Fontana, CA 92335 Fontana District IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Oscar Rodriguez 56300 29 Palms Hwy #107 Yucca Valley, California 92284 (760)690-3131 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper October 9, 16, 23, 2025.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: KAY V. GREEN DECEDENT CASE NO: PROVA2500751 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of KAY V. GREEN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KAREN J. HOWES in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: KAREN J. HOWES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 11/06/2025 Time: 9:00AM Dept: F2 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 17780 Arrow Blvd Fontana, CA 92335 Fontana District IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Don M. Ross II 57382 29 Palms Hwy Yucca Valley, California 92284 (760)999-2095 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper October 2, 9, 16, 2025.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JOSEPH D. MCCOOL DECEDENT CASE NO: PROVA2500766 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of JOSEPH
D. MCCOOL
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by WINONA F. MARTIN in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: WINONA F. MARTIN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 11/06/2025 Time: 9:00AM Dept: F3 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 17780 Arrow Blvd Fontana, CA 92335 Fontana District IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Don M. Ross II 57382 29 Palms Hwy Yucca Valley, California 92284 (760)999-2095 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper October 9, 16, 23, 2025.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: STEVEN JUDE NETLEY DECEDENT CASE NO: PROVA2500750 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of STEVEN
JUDE NETLEY
A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by WAYNE NETLEY in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: WAYNE NETLEY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 11/12/2025 Time: 9:00AM Dept: F1 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 17780 Arrow Blvd Fontana, CA 92335 Fontana District IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Oscar Rodriguez 56300 29 Palms Hwy #107 Yucca Valley, California 92284 (760)690-3131 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper October 2, 9, 16, 2025.
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DONALD J. PHILLIPS DECEDENT CASE NO: PROVA2500802
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A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by AARON HENNESSEY in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: AARON HENNESSEY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 11/19/2025 Time: 9:00AM Dept: F2 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 17780 Arrow Blvd Fontana, CA 92335 Fontana District IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Don M. Ross II 57382 29 Palms Hwy Yucca Valley, California 92284 (760)999-2095 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper October 16, 23, 30, 2025.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill by Asm. Mia Bonta (D–Alameda) to reform California’s student expulsion process and improve supports for students returning to school. CBM photo by Antonio Ray Harvey.
Assemblymembers Mia Bonta (D-Alameda) and Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley), members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), are celebrating the signing of two of their bills aimed at improving education outcomes — one reforming the student expulsion process, and the other strengthening the state’s early childhood education system. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 1230, authored by Bonta, on Oct. 3. The new law, known as the Expulsion Rehabilitation Plan Reform, improves the rehabilitation and readmission process for students expelled from schools in California. Under AB 1230, school districts are now required to help students access the resources necessary to complete their rehabilitation plans and ensure that financial or transportation barriers do not prevent readmission. “AB 1230 is now law. Together, we’re ensuring students facing
expulsion get the individualized support they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Grateful to (Gov. Newsom) for standing with us to fight the ‘school-to-prison pipeline,’” Bonta stated. The law addresses longstanding shortcomings in California’s expulsion system, where vague rehabilitation plans and procedural barriers often led to prolonged exclusion from school. The measure also limits extensions of expulsion terms to one additional semester at a time. According to Bonta and other supporters — including the Alameda County Office of Education and the National Center for Youth Law (NCYL) — AB 1230 is part of a broader effort to interrupt the systems that push children from classrooms into incarceration. Data cited by EdSource shows that more than 4,000 California students were expelled in the 2023–24 school year, with disproportionate impacts on students of color and other
The Big Health Care Policy Fight at the Center of the Federal Gov’t Shutdown By McKenzie Jackson | California Black Media
A clash between Congressional Democrats and Republicans over key provisions of the nation’s health care policy continues to be a point of contention as the federal government shutdown, which began on Oct. 1, drags on. U.S. Rep. Pete Aguilar (DCA-33) told constituents during a virtual town hall meeting hours before the shutdown began that the lapse in appropriations occurred because Republican lawmakers refused to reverse health insurance cuts introduced in the president’s signature “One Big Beautiful Bill,” signed into law in July. The measure, Aguilar said, gives billionaires and wealthy corporations tax cuts at the expense of what he called the biggest health care cut in U.S. history. “As a result, 15 million Americans will lose health care — including 3.4 million Californians on Medi-Cal,” he said. “These sound like big numbers, but they have very real consequences. Hospitals will close; children won’t get their medication; seniors won’t be able to see their doctor; and your neighbors will get sick.” The legislation cuts up to $1 trillion from Medicaid, the nation’s safety net health service, known as Medi-Cal in California, and food assistance to offset increased federal spending and
reduced tax revenue. Another key point of contention is the rising premiums for health care plans sold on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplaces, popularly known as Obamacare. Enhanced tax credits for the health insurance program are set to expire at the end of the year. Those tax credits have kept ACA plans affordable for at least 22 million people — including two million Californians — since 2021. Democrats want to extend the expiring subsidies and reverse the Medicaid cuts in the legislation Trump often touts as his “Big Beautiful Bill.” Republicans have balked at the proposal, claiming it would cost Americans more than $1 trillion. According to the Congressional Budget Office, approximately four million people are expected to go without health coverage next year because they can no longer afford it. Extending the subsidies would cost the federal government around $350 billion over the next decade. Aguilar, chair of the House Democratic Caucus since 2023, said during his online town hall that the health care crisis will worsen if Congress fails to extend the tax credits. “For example, a 60-year-old couple earning $82,000 a year continued in next 2 columns
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vulnerable youth. Although overall suspension rates have dropped over the past decade, 8.6% of Black students were removed from classrooms in 2023–24, compared to 2.7% of White students. The NCYL also reported that in 2023–24, Black foster youth lost an average of 121.8 days of instruction per 100 students due to out-of-school suspensions — one of the highest rates among all student groups. “This much-needed reform is about opportunity for students, and will benefit children and youth across the state of California,” said Shakti Belway, Executive Director of NCYL. “Thank you to Assemblymember Bonta and the Alameda County Office of Education for championing students and helping to ensure that they receive the support and tools they need to be successful.” G o v. N e w s o m a l s o signed AB 563, authored by Assemblymember Corey Jackson, which enhances the oversight and effectiveness of the Early Childhood Policy Council (ECPC). The new law requires the ECPC to include specific data analysis and policy recommendations in its annual report to the Legislature. The council, established in 2019, advises on planning, implementation, and evaluation of California’s Master Plan for Early Learning and Care, ensuring equitable access to early education services for diverse populations. “AB 563 aims to provide
actionable recommendations to strengthen California’s early childhood and care system, and it allows for smoother transitions into the K–12 system by adding requirements for the Early Childhood Education Planning Council’s annual report,” Jackson stated. Members of the ECPC are appointed by the Governor, the Senate, the Assembly, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. The council includes representatives from government agencies, childcare providers, advocacy organizations, school districts, and First 5 commissions, as well as a Parent Advisory Committee and a Workforce Advisory Committee. Jackson says he introduced AB 563 to address fragmentation in California’s early childhood system and ensure that datadriven, actionable solutions are presented to lawmakers. The annual report must now include the system’s successes, challenges, and gaps, along with recommendations to advance the state’s vision for children, families, and communities. “High-quality early care and education is critical to a child’s development and long-term success. Unfortunately, we have a fragmented early care and education system operating in silos,” Jackson stated in April. “To better serve California’s children, we need a clearer understanding of this diverse system’s needs and must take coordinated action to address them.”
The Big Health Care Policy Fight at the Center of the Federal Gov’t Shutdown...continued will see their annual premiums rise to nearly $14,000,” he explained. “This is unacceptable. At a time when Californians are already struggling to afford everything from gas to groceries, we can’t allow health care to be another basic necessity that is out of reach.” The shutdown began at midnight on the first day of the new fiscal year in the wake of Democrats and Republicans falling short of reaching a shortterm spending agreement for government agencies. The partisan tensions escalated on the first day of the shutdown when the White House released a memo that said Democrats want to repeal Trump reforms to allow California to use a “loophole” so federal monies can be used to pay for the health care of undocumented immigrants. Former Fox News host Steve Hilton, who is running to be California’s governor, told the network that California has been using a Medicaid provision to get matching federal dollars to pair with state funds to provide undocumented people with health care. “When Democrats say — as they keep saying — that there is no federal money or any taxpayer money going for illegal immigrant health care — because it’s illegal and barred by federal law — it’s simply not true,” he said. California Gov. Gavin Newsom has denied the White House and Hilton’s assertions. The Senate rejected two competing proposals to reopen the government on Oct. 3, with both parties saying they wouldn’t succumb to the other’s demands. Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA3), blamed both parties for the shutdown last week, but told the media that Democrats’ demands aren’t realistic. “We can’t even keep the government open,” he said. “We can’t even use the funds
that our taxpayers have provided to provide the basic services that government is supposed to provide. That can only serve to reaffirm that lack of faith people have in government.” Kiley also said a rise in the price of health care premiums is an issue. “If we see that kind of premium increase on top of the already soaring cost of living in California, that’s very concerning to me,” he said. The shutdown has caused multiple federal agencies including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the Federal Trade Commission, the National Park Service, and the National Institutes of Health to halt or reduce activities significantly. Many federal workers are furloughed, while essential personnel like air traffic controllers, postal employees, TSA screeners, and military service members are working without pay. There have been 14 shutdowns since 1980. The last government shutdown lasted 34 days in 2018. The health care cuts in Trump’s signature legislation don’t go into effect until 2027. Aguilar said Republicans composed the mega tax and spending bill that way, so the fallout wouldn’t become a political issue before the 2026 midterm elections. “They want everyone to think things are ok when you go in to vote for Congress, and you vote for federal offices next year,” he said. “They have tried to insulate themselves from the political attack by making all these cuts happen in 2027. What they failed to calculate is that health insurance companies have to set these premiums. They have to set them based on what the conditions look like in the years ahead, so premium increases are going to continue to happen.”
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$4 Billion Loss, Gov. Newsom Signs Bills to Washington Searching for a Way to Keep Political Playback: California After Strengthen FAIR plan ...continued the Lights On -Now Let’s Do the Same for Capitol News You Might Jones (R-San Diego), expanding America’s Farms at risk of wildfires.” coverage to manufactured homes 34 farm and agribusiness groups call for permanent labor-rate reform Have Missed By Bo Tefu | California Black Media
The bills signed in the package are:
● AB 1 by Assemblymember Damon Connolly (D-San Rafael), addressing residential property insurance and wildfire risk ● AB 226 by Assemblymember Lisa Calderon (D-Whittier), strengthening the FAIR Plan Association ● AB 234 by Assemblymember Lisa Calderon (D-Whittier), improving the FAIR Plan governing committee
Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson Explains How MediCal Cuts Will Hurt Families California State Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D-San Diego) says the federal government’s decision to cut Medicaid funding could devastate families who depend on Medi-Cal for essential health services. In the first episode of her new iHeartRadio podcast, Prescribing a Healthier Future, Weber Pierson connects these potential cuts to broader political shifts she says are undermining equity and public health. Weber Pierson and featured guest, Democratic strategist Will Rodriguez-Kennedy, discussed how changes to congressional representation and redistricting in other states, such as Texas, could reduce California’s share of federal funds. They argued that those budget changes would have real consequences for working families, seniors, and communities of color. Weber Pierson warns that threats to Medi-Cal are not isolated budget issues but part of a larger struggle over who gets access to health care and who has a voice in government.
“When you are silenced, or when you silence yourself, that is when we find ourselves and our communities in peril,” said Weber Pierson. She emphasized that stable health funding supports programs like CalFresh and hospital systems that rely on predictable federal reimbursements. Rodriguez-Kennedy added that fair representation in Congress helps ensure California continues to receive funding that matches its population and needs. If those balances shift, he said, the state’s health care system could face deep strain, with hospitals and clinics losing critical revenue. We b e r P i e r s o n u rg e d Californians to stay engaged ahead of the November election, pointing to Proposition 50, a ballot measure that would allow California to temporarily redraw its congressional districts to favor Democrats until 2030. She said the proposal would help protect California’s political influence and, by extension, its access to health care funding.
“It’s Official”: State Controller Malia Cohen is Running for Reelection California State Controller Malia Cohen has officially launched her bid for reelection, highlighting her commitment to transparency, accountability, and equity in state finances. In a social media video announcement last week, Cohen outlined her priorities for ensuring every Californian benefits from the state’s economic growth. Cohen’s platform emphasizes policies she says are aimed at improving residents’ lives, including affordable housing, retirement security, health care access, reproductive rights, equal protection under the law, and environmental sustainability. “It’s official: I’m running for reelection as your State Controller! Together we’ve made California’s finances more transparent, accountable, and equitable. Let’s keep building on that progress,” Cohen said in her social media post. She stressed that California’s budget
“isn’t just numbers on a page — it’s a roadmap for our future,” pledging to continue ensuring every dollar is invested wisely. Cohen highlighted her top priorities, which include addressing California’s housing crisis, ensuring retirement security, and building an economy that works for all Californians. She also emphasized expanding affordable health care, protecting reproductive access, upholding equal rights, and taking action to protect the environment. Each issue, she said, is part of a broader effort to strengthen communities across the state. “I’m running for reelection to keep driving transparency, efficiency, and fairness so that every Californian can share in our state’s prosperity,” Cohen added. For more details on Cohen’s priorities and policy plans, visit Malia Cohen for California.
After $4 Billion Loss, Gov. Newsom Signs Bills to Strengthen FAIR plan Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bipartisan package of bills last week aimed at improving California’s insurer of last resort for fires, the California FAIR Plan, following a reported $4 billion loss. That loss, officials say, is primarily due to the devastating fires that broke out in Los Angeles County earlier this year. Newsom’s office says the legislation is designed to stabilize the state’s home insurance market and protect residents from climate-driven disasters. The new laws provide the FAIR Plan with stronger financing mechanisms to pay claims faster, improve oversight, enhance the policyholder experience, add coverage for manufactured homes, and require the California Department of Insurance to
review home hardening measures every five years as part of wildfire resilience efforts. “These crucial reforms to the FAIR Plan mark a significant step forward in protecting consumers, stabilizing the market, and enhancing transparency,” said Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara in a statement on Oct. 9. “As we tackle availability concerns and ensure that insurance companies provide consumers with policies in the traditional market, the FAIR Plan must offer essential support to its customers,” he continued. “I am grateful to Governor Newsom for his continued leadership and to the legislators who have worked on these vital issues, which will greatly benefit communities most continued in next 2 columns
● AB 290 by Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan (D-Orinda), enabling automatic payments ● SB 525 by Sen. Brian
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Newsom noted that the legislation builds on prior efforts, including a 2023 executive order directing swift action to stabilize the insurance market, expand coverage, and maintain strong consumer protections. Despite rising rates due to climate risks, California’s insurance premiums remain among the lowest in the nation, he assured. “The kinds of climate-fueled firestorms we saw in January will only continue to worsen,” Newsom said. “That’s why we’re taking action now to strengthen California’s insurance market and make it more resilient in the face of the climate crisis.”
California Student Test Scores Show Strong Gains California students have made significant progress in statewide assessments, according to the latest results from the California Department of Education. The 2024–25 school year saw an increase in the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations: 70.6% in English language arts (ELA), 61% in mathematics, and 86% in science. These gains are particularly notable among Black, Hispanic, and socioeconomically disadvantaged students. Gov. Gavin Newsom attributed these improvements to targeted investments in education, including Universal Transitional Kindergarten, reading coaches, and community schools. “These gains reflect the impact of these investments and the hard work of educators,” said State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond. Despite the positive trends, challenges remain. Approximately 29% of students
in ELA, 39% in math, and 14% in science scored at the “minimal” level, indicating areas that still require attention. To address these challenges, Gov. Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 1454 on Oct. 9. That legislation allocates $200 million to support literacy initiatives aimed at improving reading achievement across the state. The legislation is part of the Golden State Literacy Plan, which seeks to implement evidence-based reading instruction methods. “With AB 1454, every elementary and middle school classroom in this state will have instructional materials aligned with effective reading strategies,” said Marshall Tuck, CEO of EdVoice. While the state has made commendable progress, continued efforts are necessary to ensure all students achieve proficiency in key subjects.
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Political/Financial News WASHINGTON, D.C.; October 14, 2025 - As Congress works to end the budget standoff that has shuttered the federal government, the nation’s farmers are calling for that same sense of urgency and permanence in fixing another crisis that keeps returning to the brink; the broken system governing agricultural labor and wage rates. The recent Department of Labor (DOL) interim final rule on the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) marks the first meaningful step in years toward stabilizing labor costs for farm employers. The new rule replaces decades-old calculations with state-level Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data and recognizes both skill levels and the cost of employerprovided housing. The result; a fairer, market-based system that supports a more equitable food system with more jobs, more land in production and more affordable food. “This proves that federal government agencies and Cabinet can provide solution driven results for constituents, but Congress must also act to make things more permanent so farms and ranches can plan and future proof their organizations as the business and trade continues to shift,” said Michelle Grainger, executive director of the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission, speaking on
behalf of the 34 agricultural organizations. “We applaud the current work to get this far, but we can’t run farms or feed families on short-term fixes that change with every administration.” Relief Now — But Uncertainty Ahead For the past three years, growers have faced labor-cost spikes exceeding 30 percent in some regions, forcing cutbacks in planting, offshoring of production, and higher consumer prices. The new rule replaces the defunct United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Labor Survey with the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) system, setting two skill-based wage levels and applying an “adversecompensation adjustment” for housing and other mandatory employer costs. “This decision finally acknowledges the economic realities we’ve been warning about, and the entire Coalition would like to thank the Trump administration for these first positive steps toward change,” added Chris Butts, executive director of the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association. “But just as Congress can’t govern by continuing resolution, farmers can’t plan by interim rule. We need predictability, not continued on page 8
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work perfectly to avert a disaster? The storyline says, maybe, maybe not. And that’s why it’s so damn engrossing. Judging by how the government is run these days, there’s just enough plausibility here to give audiences in theaters or on Netflix the chills. Adult audiences more so than young ones. For 1hr 52m they’ll be spellbound, wondering, waiting and anticipating. There’s little time to breathe because Bigelow and editor Kirk Baxter (Oscar®winner The Social Network) don’t take their feet off the gas. No lapses, no fat. Just footage that compounds the feeling of fear. Barry Ackroyd’s (The Hurt Locker) cinematography chronicles jets in space, a president’s intimate back-oflimousine conversations and daily family life with equal clarity. While production designer Jeremy Hindle makes the offices, control rooms and homes look as tidy as they should be. This is high quality ensemble acting. The actors feign anxiety, shock and horror well enough
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We must do everything we can to oppose anti-Black actions and protect the rights we’ve fought so hard to win. Prop 50 helps amplify our voices by keeping federal and state powers accountable.” – California State Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson
If unchecked, these power grabs will lead to deeper cuts in public education, healthcare, and essential services, further eroding civil rights.” – CTA President David Goldberg
Cutting Medicaid would harm those who rely on health services, especially in communities like the Inland Empire. I support Prop 50 to hold Congress accountable and ensure our communities are protected.”
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politics, to guide labor policy.” The coalition draws a direct parallel between the current consequences of a government shutdown and the uncertainty created by temporary labor regulations. Both, undermine confidence, stall investment, and risk long-term damage to national interests.
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to make viewers feel like their concern is real. As danger gets closer and closer the looks on their faces get more and more serious. Like there may be no way back from this looming apocalypse. Ferguson feels like the strongest contributor. A generous and sensitive boss who breaks the rules to show her staff compassion. Yet as tough as nails when dealing with superiors. Harris as the enraged Defense Secretary gives the most memorable performance because he expresses the anger viewers will feel when defense systems fail. Elba plays the POTUS with Obama’s casualness and Bush Jr.’s unpreparedness. He doesn’t seem military-trained, like an Eisenhower. It’s a modern and odd interpretation of the highest office in the land. A quirkiness U.S. audiences have come to expect these days from presidents. Anyone who knows the real mechanics of America’s defense system and government may find errors. But those who love thrillers that involve military
The coalition urges Congress to codify a long-term, marketbased AEWR framework that provides certainty for growers while continuing to protect U.S. workers. Doing so would allow producers to plan for inputs, crop rotations, and trade commitments years in advance, not season to season, and would help restore stability to rural communities that form the backbone of the
“Object remains inbound!” Those aren’t the words you want to hear when a nuclear missile is headed your way. Yet that’s the ominous news that bombards government officials in this very imaginative, pulse-quickening thriller. News that brings astonishment, audacity, mystery, dread and a disarray that’s alarming. In the hands of some directors, the bomb’s explosion would be the point, of a far-fetched and frenzied disaster movie. Instead, the goal of this thoughtful script by Noah Oppenheim (Jackie), is to scare the bejesus out of audiences in another way. By suggesting that if there was an impending nuclear attack, things might not go as planned. That the world’s strongest military force and most formidable super power might flounder. It’s feasible enough to be intriguing. The plotline, as interpreted by Oscar®winning director Kathryn Bigelow (The Hurt Locker), offers three perspectives of the same astounding incident. A Roshomon technique that’s discernible, but let’s a little bit of air out of the tire. A nailbiting journey that starts with a bang, splinters and ends with a haunting finale. Up at the Fort Greely U.S.
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Army Base in Alaska, Major Daniel Gonzalez (Anthony Ramos, Hamilton) sees a blip on a screen that’s concerning. He and his crew can’t believe their eyes and tracking instruments. Some country, which they can’t discern, has launched a nuclear missile in the Pacific Ocean. North Korea? Russia? China? Previously, these test missiles landed in the sea. But this time the warhead is traveling east, on a trajectory that leads to Chicago. A metro area of 10 million people. Officials are called, messaged and warned. A defense team assembles in offices or remotely: Captain Walker (Rebecca Ferguson) senior duty officer of the Situation Room; the Room’s commander Admiral Mark Miller (Jason Clarke); Secretary of Defense (Jared Harris), General Brady (Tracy Letts) who leads the U.S. Strategic Command (STRATCOM); Deputy National Security Adviser Jake Baerington (Gabriel Basso) and of course the President of the United States (Idris Elba). They’re all in lock
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step, so you’d think. All doing their jobs and trying to solution their way out of this crisis. But s—t happens. One of the first lines of defense against an attack is a GroundBased Interceptor (GBI). A missile taking out another missile. With the greatest technology in the world, that should work, right? The Secretary of Defense is incensed: “This is what $50 billion buys us!!!” When it’s explained to him it’s like trying to stop a bullet with a bullet, that explanation and its imagery are not consoling. All on view, as directed by Bigelow, is perfectly choregraphed. It’s a skill she displayed best perhaps in her film Zero Dark Thirty. There is never any confusion with her storytelling technique. It’s easy to discern what’s going on. Easy to ascertain the major players’ and their jobs. They seem earnest, yet like they’re fallible human beings. People worried as much about saving millions of citizens from a bomb as they are about protecting their own families. It’s only a movie, but it poses the kind of questions one would fathom if pondering how the nation would response under serious attack. Would everything continued in last 3 columns
national economy. “We applaud the leadership at USDA and DOL for responding to years of advocacy,” said Jamie Clover-Adams, executive director of the Michigan Asparagus Association. “But relief shouldn’t depend on who’s in office. It should depend on sound economics and the shared goal of keeping America’s farms productive and competitive.”
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and political intrigue will be fascinated at how this tale pulls the different departments together and makes them all look like deer caught in the headlights. For almost two hours! Prepare to have your nerves frayed in ways you can’t imagine by a film that doesn’t spill one drop of blood but leaves you as devasted and emotionally battered as you would be if you’d watched the Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Bigelow, Oppenheim’s script and a talented cast take you there. By film’s end you’ll need a stiff drink, some strong weed or a calming walk around the block. That’s the mark of a riveting thriller. That’s what’s coming inbound. Trailer: https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=_wpw2QHJNco New York Film Festival photo with cast at premiere courtesy of Dwight Brown. For more information about the New York Film Festival go to https://www.filmlinc.org/nyff/ Visit Film Critic Dwight Brown at DwightBrownInk.com
BMO in partnership with Sapphire Marketing Inc. recently closed out its two part homeownership workshop series in the High Desert. Shown above from (left to right) Victor Malone; Real Property Real Estate, President, Willie Ellison; Sapphire Marketing Inc. CEO, Ashlynn Drayton-Johnson, BMO Mortgage Banker and David Betancourt; BMO Regional Manager for Community Reinvestment Outreach is Southern California. BMO and Sapphire Marketing Inc. recently partnered to host a two-part homeownership workshop series in the High Desert. The workshops were designed to educate the community about the path to homeowner-ship, financial empowerment, and building generational wealth through homeownership. Both workshops were attended by interested first-time homebuyers, as well as those looking for a second home and potential investors. Those in attendance gained valuable information on the homebuying process, including how to qualify, credit information, prequalification, and pre-approval information. Ashlynn DraytonJohnson, BMO Mortgage Banker Expert, delivered the presentation for the second workshop. Her presentation was very thorough. She discussed what the homebuyer will be expected to cover during the closing costs process and how escrow works. Drayton-Johnson also covered
the many products and services BMO has to offer, including the BMO downpayment assistance program. After the presentation, Drayton-Johnson engaged in a detailed Q&A session to answer many of the questions for the attendees. It was a back-andforth conversation that provided a wealth of information that was appreciated by both BMO and those in attendance. The attendees included a diverse crowd of High Desert residents, as well as many people from nearby communities, including San Bernardino, Rialto, and Fontana. Some in attendance came from as far as San Dimas and Irwindale to hear about the BMO down payment assistance program and other products and services. “I attended both workshops and gained a lot of information from both workshops,” said Korbin McCarthy, who is an interested first-time buyer. “Ashlynn’s presentation made the homebuying process seem a
lot less intimidating. I especially like the checklist she had us put together,” he added. “Before this workshop, I wasn’t very confident about the home buying process. After hearing Ashlynn’s and Ernesto’s presentation the week before, I realized homeownership is within reach. I’m actually ex-cited about the process,” McCarthy went on to say. Many others in attendance shared McCarthy’s enthusiasm about the homeownership workshop. “These workshops were great. We need more types of information workshops like this. Our people need to know what’s available to them,” said Bill Thomas, past President of the High Desert NAACP. Many attendees came into the workshop thinking homeownership was not a real possibility. After hearing the presentations, along with the down payment assistance program, they left realizing that homeowner-ship is within reach. “I’m excited for the partnership Sapphire Marketing Inc. has with BMO. I’m looking forward to hosting additional workshops for BMO, including basic financial literacy workshops and small business workshops,” said Willie Ellison, CEO of Sapphire Marketing Inc. “The community responded well, and they are excited about more engagement and information,” he added. BMO has dedicated a $30 billion investment in the California market and communities of color. They are taking a proactive approach in attempting to close the racial homeownership gap. BMO is actively working with communities of color to discuss and host homeownership workshops and other financial literacy workshops.