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Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will. Find out just what people will submit to and you have found out the exact amount of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them and these will continue till they have resisted either with words or blows or with both. The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance those of whom they suppress. —Fredrick Douglass (1849)
The Reverse Great Migration is the Biggest Black Relocation in Decades By Stephanie Heron Atlanta Houston Dallas Charlotte Raleigh Nashville Orlando Washington, DC This is because there are expanding job markets, as well as relatively lower housing costs than in several coastal cities. Plus, there are growing Black professional communities in these areas. Some people are also moving to suburban areas rather than traditional urban neighborhoods since they’re looking for larger homes, better schools, or more affordable living.
The reverse Great Migration is the influx of Black Americans moving back to the South from Northern, Midwestern, and Western states. It’s happening because Southern economies are appealing and the cost of living is lower. According to the Pew Research Center, the USA’s Black population has grown from 36.2 million in 2000 to 49.2 million in 2024. What’s interesting is that the numbers have increased fastest in states that historically have not had many Black residents. Another surprising thing is that there’s the reverse Great Migration. Migration patterns are changing for Black Americans, and this is why. What Is the Reverse Migration of African Americans? The reverse Great Migration is the ongoing movement of many Black Americans from Northern, Midwestern, and Western states back to the South. This started in the late 20th century and is continuing today. Black Americans moved during the Great Migration because they wanted to escape segregation and find industrial work, but today’s movement is for different reasons. It reflects a broader mix of economic, social, and cultural factors. Many people are relocating to metropolitan areas with expanding industries, diverse employment opportunities, and growing Black middleclass communities. This trend is a demographic shift that’s reshaping where Black Americans live, work, and build wealth, while also influencing political representation, housing markets, and regional economic growth. Why Is Reverse Migration Happening? Black Americans are moving to the South because of several
factors. The first is that many Northern and Midwestern cities experienced manufacturing declines and slower job growth after the late 29th century, while Southern metropolitan areas attracted businesses in healthcare, technology, logistics, finance, and professional services. Housing affordability has also played an important role, with many Southern cities offering lower home prices and living costs than places like New York, Chicago, or Los Angeles. Many people take advantage of a nationwide moving network as part of their relocation planning to cut down on costs and save up for their dream homes in the South. Other factors that further influence relocation decisions include: Climate preferences Retirement Opportunity to live closer to extended family Improved civil rights protections compared with the early 20th century have also made many Southern communities more attractive than they were during the original Great Migration. How Reverse Migration Is Changing Southern Communities The return of Black Americans has contributed to significant changes across many Southern cities and suburbs. Growing populations have supported the expansion of Blackowned businesses, as well as professional organizations, cultural institutions, and civic leadership. Many metropolitan areas have seen increased demand for housing, schools, and public infrastructure as populations grow. Reverse migration has also strengthened political influence in some regions, and this affects local elections and community
advocacy. At the same time, rapid growth has introduced new challenges. They include: Rising housing costs Suburban expansion Concerns about displacement in some neighborhoods The trend demonstrates that migration isn’t simply about changing addresses; it also shapes local economies, cultural life, entrepreneurship, and longterm community development. How Reverse Migration Is Influencing Black Wealth and Homeownership One of the less-discussed effects of reverse migration is its connection to wealth building and homeownership. Several Southern metropolitan areas have historically offered lower entry prices for housing than major Northern coastal cities, and this allows some families to purchase homes earlier or buy larger properties. For households moving from high-cost regions, selling a home or relocating with accumulated savings can provide additional financial flexibility. This has contributed to a growth in Black homeownership in certain Southern suburbs and emerging metropolitan corridors. This may also support intergenerational wealth transfer, as property ownership can create assets that are passed to children and grandchildren. The outcome isn’t uniform everywhere, though. Rising demand in some fast-growing cities has led to increasing home prices, making affordability a continuing challenge for many new residents. Where Are Black People Moving To? Many Black Americans are migrating to:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) How Many Black People Moved During the Great Migration? According to the National Archives, around 6 million Black people moved from the American South to Northern, Midwestern, and Western states during the Great Migration, which was between 1910 and 1970. The first wave happened between 1910 and 1940, and around 1.6 million people relocated. The second wave occurred between 1940 and 1970, and roughly 5 million more people moved. Major destinations included: Chicago Detroit New York Philadelphia Cleveland Los Angeles Oakland This migration reshaped the demographic, economic, and political landscape of the US. Why Did African Americans Move to the North? African Americans moved to the North during the Great Migration for a combination of economic opportunity and personal safety. Northern factories needed workers, especially during WWI and WWII, and many employers actively recruited Southern Black laborers. Many families also wanted to escape Jim Crow segregation, as well as racial violence, voter suppression, and limited educational opportunities. In addition, moving north offered the possibility of: Better wages Greater political participation Access to expanding urban communities continued in next 2 columns
The Reverse Great Migration is the Biggest Black Relocation in Decades...continued Why Did So Many Black People Stay in the South? Family ties were one of the strongest reasons why so many Black people stayed in the South. Many people chose to stay close to relatives, community networks, churches, and land that had been in their families for generations. Some Black farmers and business owners had established livelihoods they didn’t want to abandon, while others lacked the financial resources needed to relocate. Over time, legal segregation ended, educational opportunities
expanded, and Southern cities developed stronger communities. This made remaining in the region a more attractive option. Reverse Great Migration Is Driving Black Americans Back to Familiar Places A reverse Great Migration is happening, and it’s creating some major shifts in many areas. Not only is it changing demographics, but it’s also shaping new political and economic trends. Keep reading our website if you want to find more informative articles.
NPRC Scores First Advocacy Victory: David Shaw Finally Gets His Wish to ‘Go Home’ By Tanya Dennis
Beverly and David Shaw were separated by a hospital after Beverly took David there to treat his dehydration. The hospital determined Beverly was not caring for David property and placed him under their guardianship. Courtesy photo.
For nearly four years, Beverly Shaw fought to bring her husband home. She watched as David Shaw moved through three nursing homes, became increasingly sedated and repeatedly expressed his desire to return to his wife. Last week, that finally happened. The National Probate Reform Coalition (NPRC), formed by the Post Newspaper Group in January following years of reporting on alleged abuses within the probate court system, helped Beverly secure the return of her husband, along with the couple’s property and assets. For NPRC, the Shaw case represents its first major advocacy victory. For David, it means something much simpler: He finally got to go home. In a letter to the court, Beverly raised serious concerns about her husband’s care at Riverview at the Park Nursing Home. She alleged that David was frequently heavily sedated and questioned whether his medications were properly documented. She said an aide told her medications were sometimes administered without proper charting, although she acknowledged she had not independently verified that information. Shaw also said she was unable to obtain David’s medical records and questioned medications he was receiving despite previous medical instructions following his 2023 stroke. “I believe David has been subjected to abuse, neglect, and unnecessary chemical restraint,” Shaw wrote. The allegations are Shaw’s account and have not been independently established. But they raise questions central to NPRC’s mission:
Who is watching when a vulnerable person becomes subject to guardianship? Who is accountable when family members say they are ignored? And who makes sure the person under guardianship, not the professionals surrounding them, remains the priority? “Please let me go home” Perhaps the most compelling part of Shaw’s case was David’s own voice. Shaw told the court she possesses recordings in which David repeatedly expressed his desire to return home. =After 45 years of marriage and four years apart, Beverly argued that David deserved the opportunity to spend his remaining years at home with his wife, receiving individualized care. NPRC responded with a “Request for Compassion” letter-writing campaign to Judge Thomas Inman, Associate Circuit judge for Ste. Genevieve County, Missouri. The coalition also helped Shaw pursue appropriate legal filings and engaged with her attorney to press for action. The court ultimately returned David to Beverly’s custody and restored the couple’s property and assets. “What we have here is the power of coalition,” said Alee Carrino, an NPRC planning committee member. “We applied pressure from all sides, and it worked.” The victory comes during NPRC’s eighth month of organizing for probate reform. The coalition advocates for greater judicial and governmental oversight, court ombudsmen, mandatory mediation, transparency in probate billing continued on page 4
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From the ‘Worst of the Worst’ to the Easiest To Arrest: How AI Is Powering P ro p o s e d o v e r h a u l c o u l d Immigration Enforcement fundamentally change Head Start. Here’s how By Edward Kissam
DHS has recently shifted gears to a more targeted immigration enforcement approach that depends heavily on machine learning to arrest those already in the system. (Image via Canva)
Rather than the “worst of the worst” that Trump promised to target on his 2024 campaign trail, immigration authorities are increasingly using AI-driven surveillance tools to find and arrest whoever is easiest to catch. A strategy described by Trump “border czar” Tom Homan as one of “shock and awe” saw masked immigration agents swarm entire cities nationwide, shoot at least 23 people and kill six since last year, including three U.S. citizens. But the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recently shifted gears, opting for a quieter, more targeted approach that depends heavily on machine learning to arrest those already in the system, sometimes warrantlessly. More than 6 million immigrants with temporary protections are potentially exposed, including those with Temporary Protected Status, DACA recipients and people with pending asylum cases or humanitarian parole. AI agents help DHS costeffectively identify these immigrants and locate what internal ICE documents deem “target-rich” environments, like immigrant enclaves, where arrests will yield the largest haul
of detainees. DHS does this by first gaining access, through questionably legal means, to confidential personal data from federal sources including the IRS, state Medicaid rolls and SNAP records. It then layers that onto its own administrative records from immigrants’ U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) filings. But raw data alone isn’t especially useful; the bulk of DHS spending on immigrant surveillance is instead on aggregating this data to show how to locate millions of potential targets through analyses of patterns in individual behavior. While DHS spent $228.6 million on data purchase contracts since January 2021, for instance, it has spent $622.8 million on data analytics. While DHS enforcement strategy still relies heavily on human intelligence from 287(g) partnerships with local law enforcement, it is increasingly enhanced by constantly evolving surveillance tools. Immigrationrelated AI use cases at DHS rose 36% by January 2026 over 2024 levels, according to the American Immigration Council.
ABC Announces New Liquor License Authorizations Local News
SACRAMENTO — Paul Tupy, director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), announced authorization for the issuance of new on-sale general and off-sale general licenses and authorization for the intercounty transfer of on-sale general and off-sale general licenses. This year, based on statutory authorizations and limitations, the following counties will be eligible for additional on-sale general and off-sale general licenses, as follows: NEW
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But a series of third-party system hacks by frontier AI models at OpenAI, Meta and Anthropic — the same kind of AI agent that the Trump administration now uses for immigration enforcement — raises the question of how much control AI owners have over even their own tools. Last July, a test version of OpenAI’s ChatGPT software, running without its usual safety guardrails as part of a worst-case capability test, used a previously unknown vulnerability to access the internet and breach the infrastructure of AI startup platform Hugging Face while seeking answers for a benchmark test. Hugging Face’s chief security officer noted that over five days, the company’s agent took 17,000 steps before it successfully invaded and mapped the data in the startup’s AI lab. OpenAI called the attack “unprecedented,” saying the software went to “extreme lengths” to find ways to “cheat.” Meta disclosed its own incident last August when a model breached an unidentified company’s systems during a security test. In this case, no guardrails were removed; the third-party tester said “the exact same” bug had let the model access the internet the prior week, when Anthropic’s models used it to hack three other organizations’ systems. The OpenAI, Meta and Anthropic incidents show that once these systems’ explicit guardrails come off, they may become not just tools in the surveillance dragnet but semiautonomous actors that pursue their owners’ broad goals past the rules created to contain them — a dynamic with direct bearing on the Trump administration’s mass
deportation campaign. It’s not clear that our legal system is prepared to respond to AI-driven misuse of confidential personal data, no matter the guardrails in place; under this administration, that readiness can’t be taken for granted. AI’s tendency to learn on the job suggests that, as with Trump administration officials, the AI systems now used in federal immigration enforcement will adapt to what the administration rewards, meaning less weight given to legal compliance over time. Characterizing lawfully present immigrants as “criminals” or “invaders,” for example, can erode an AI surveillance tool’s respect for their individual rights. Human actors may be no more reliable: The immigration agent who killed Colombian immigrant Johan Sebastian Duran Guerrero in Maine had a record of disturbing behavior before joining Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and may have been unable or unwilling to selfcorrect. Nor does this surveillance dragnet end with immigrants. These data tools, funded by taxpayer dollars reaching $310 million in 2025 and as much as $513 million this year, are already being deployed against U.S. citizens. Trump issued an executive order last June directing the Department of War, DHS and other agencies to take “expeditious action” to secure federal data systems against malicious intrusion. The order says nothing about preventing the government from turning those same tools against U.S. households, or about who gets to determine when these tools have been misused.
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The Home of Neighborly Service Has A New Home at Arrowhead United Way Local News
San Bernardino, CA — Arrowhead United Way (AUW) and The Home of Neighborly Service (HNS) are proud to announce a new partnership that brings HNS operations to their new home at Arrowhead United Way’s facility at 646 N. D Street. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in expanding community services, strengthening local support systems, and increasing access to essential resources for families and businesses across San Bernardino. About The Home of Neighborly Service Founded in 1922, The Home of Neighborly Service has been a pillar of support in San Bernardino for more than a century. From its historic 100 year old building, HNS has provided food, resources, and vital assistance to families and individuals across the city. Despite recent challenges, HNS remains committed to its mission: helping the people of San Bernardino and preserving its historic landmark for future generations. Unfortunately, due to the economic down turn being faced in San Bernardino the HNS began to scheduled a closure which faced 100’s of families and children no longer able to receive much needed longer-term services they have received for years. However, prior to the final closure date HNS met with Arrowhead Head United Way and the process began towards the new future of the “Home Having A New Home.” About Arrowhead United Way Arrowhead United Way has served San Bernardino County for over 100 years, advancing its mission to fight for the health,
education, and financial stability of every person in every community. AUW provides direct services including food distribution, youth leadership programs, veteran engagement initiatives, and emergency assistance, while partnering with local organizations to strengthen community impact. A New Chapter of Collaboration Beginning this month, AUW and HNS will collaborate to distribute weekly food and inkind services during regular business hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM), with special events scheduled throughout the year. “This partnership honors a century of compassion and community,” said Dr. Gwen Dowdy Rodgers, President/CEO, Arrowhead United Way]. “By welcoming The Home of Neighborly Service into our facility, we’re ensuring that its mission continues to thrive and reach even more families.” HNS leadership added, “Our new home at Arrowhead United Way allows us to grow and serve with renewed strength,” said Vickie Lee, Board Chair, Home of Neighborly Service. “Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected San Bernardino.” A community press event and ribbon cutting ceremony will be announced soon. Media Contact Arrowhead United Way Edwina Barger, Executive Assistant 909 884 9441 646 N D St San Bernardino CA 92401 The Home of Neighborly Service Phone: 909-885-3491 Email: info@HomeOfNeighborlyService. org Website:
By Betty Márquez Rosales, EdSource
Bright Starts Center, a Head Start site in south Los Angeles, provides learning opportunities via play, meals and dual language instruction. Credit: Betty Márquez Rosales
On a recent Thursday morning, 12 preschoolers at Bright Starts Center in south Los Angeles moved between Spanish and English as they cleaned up after painting and playing with blocks. They stretched before outdoor play and reviewed how to stay safe on the slide, at the water station and while riding bikes. A teacher and assistant stayed with the children throughout the morning. A third adult prepared meals in the kitchen — mini banana loaf with apple, homestyle cheese pizza with mixed veggies, and apple chips with a colby jack cheese stick. The routines at Bright Starts illustrate the holistic approach toward educating children while caring for them that has defined Head Start for more than six decades. Federal rules set standards for staffing, nutrition, physical activity and services for children who are learning English, among other areas, with the goal of providing low-income children and their families with education as well as behavioral screenings, parent engagement opportunities and other support. Now, the Trump administration seeks to dramatically reduce those federal regulations with a shorter set of rules, and give states and local programs more authority over how Head Start operates. The proposal’s critics say it would cut down present regulations, over 100 pages long, to about 10 pages, and fundamentally change Head Start as it’s known now. The changes, if approved, would eliminate regulatory requirements governing classroom ratios, group sizes and services for children who speak languages other than English. It would also require English-only instruction. The changes could theoretically add, according to federal officials, over 200,000 slots for children nationwide while reducing administrative costs. Federal officials say the changes would reduce administrative burdens, give programs greater flexibility and could allow Head Start to serve more children. Critics say the proposed changes could lead to
lower quality and considerable variation from program to program, even within states. “Head Start would still exist, but it would not be Head Start as we know it and love it today,” said Melanee Cottrill, executive director of Head Start California. Federal officials disagree. The Head Start Act legally requires certain standards be maintained, including health screenings, support for children learning English and support for children with disabilities, among others. Those will continue to be enforced, said a spokesperson for the Administration for Families and Children said in a statement to EdSource. “The proposed rule removes regulatory provisions that are either duplicative of the statute or impose prescriptive requirements beyond what the Head Start Act requires. This refocuses federal oversight on core statutory priorities: preparing America’s most vulnerable children for success. By removing hyperspecific directives on how to meet these requirements gives recipients more flexibility to design comprehensive services best suited to their community’s needs,” the spokesperson wrote in an email. The proposed changes are subject to a 60-day public comment period. Hundreds of comments have already been submitted, and the administration must review public feedback before deciding whether to finalize the changes. Bilingual signs are posted throughout Bright Starts Center in Los Angeles, a Head Start site that offers dual language instruction. A child enrolled in Head Start at Bright Starts Center cleans his workstation after finishing a painting. Bilingual signs are posted throughout Bright Starts Center in Los Angeles, a Head Start site that offers dual language instruction. A group of children enrolled in Head Start at Bright Starts Center partake in an outdoor activity. Meals, sanitation guidelines, and daily instruction routines are scheduled in advance and posted throughout the Bright Starts Center. Head Start programs currently have nutritional standards they are required to abide by. At Bright Starts Center in Los Angeles, this includes offering meals and snacks to children. Bilingual signs are posted throughout Bright Starts Center in Los Angeles, a Head Start site that offers dual language instruction. continued on page 4
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Targeted Crime Suppression – Operation Consequences: 5 arrests, 10 firearms seized SB County News
Firearms seized during Operation Consequences investigations conducted Aug. 3-9.
Between Aug. 3 and Aug. 9, investigators from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department – Gangs/Narcotics Division, along with deputies from patrol stations and personnel from partnering agencies, served 16 search warrants and contacted suspects throughout the county. Additionally, the San Bernardino Movement Against Street Hoodlums (SMASH) Street Enforcement Team (SET) conducted proactive patrols in San Bernardino and the surrounding area. Over the one-week period, investigators contacted gang members and people prohibited from possessing firearms. During their investigations, 10 firearms were seized, which included two ghost guns. Investigators also made five felony arrests during the operational period. The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors authorized funds for county-wide crime suppression. The intent is to provide additional funding to the
Sheriff’s Department, allowing for increased law enforcement services related to quality-of-life issues affecting the communities in our county. Operation Consequences will focus on conducting targeted crime suppression operations in the High Desert and the Sheriff’s jurisdiction surrounding the city of San Bernardino. The operation will include personnel from the Sheriff ’s Gangs/ Narcotics Division, Specialized Enforcement Division, patrol stations, California Highway Patrol, San Bernardino Police Department, San Bernardino County Probation, and the Department of Homeland Security Investigations. Operation Consequences will take place over the next several months to curb violent crime, disrupt and dismantle targeted criminal street gangs, and locate and arrest criminals who are illegally possessing, manufacturing and trafficking firearms.
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SB 811 Still Has Time to Hold Corporations Accountable...continued
of legal challenges. A federal court order currently prevents the government from approving new applications to the program while still allowing renewals to be processed. Pablo Villavicencio, CEO of Alliance College-Ready Public Schools, said the delays cause a domino effect of disruptions that affect many people beyond the individual DACA recipient. “For our students, that disruption matters. It can affect their academic progress and preparation for college. Many of our students will be the first in their families to graduate from high school and to attend college and, at such a critical point in their education, losing a teacher who knows them, believes in them, and is helping prepare for what comes next in their life has a lasting impact,” Villavicencio said. Educator Mendoza Tlachi teaches at one of the 25 sites in the Los Angeles-based network of public charter schools that he leads. The delays can also disrupt an educator’s financial stability as well as the larger communities that depend on their work, said Jacob Sandoval, state director with civil rights organization League of United Latin American Citizens, or LULAC. “Employers lose workers, families lose income, the federal government loses taxes and communities lose economic activity. This is why processing timely applications is not simply a matter of immigration policy, it’s about civil rights, workforce stability, family stability and our economy,” he said. Feldman, of Loyola Law School, said some DACA recipients whose work permits have expired are relying on savings while waiting for their cases to be processed. Others are being supported by employers who are holding their jobs open while they wait.
Department of Toxic Substances Control, paying for two sets of fees for recycling processes and outcomes that we simply do not practice. Small facilities will effectively pay twice for the same protection, amounting to millions of dollars per facility over time in duplicative fees, permitting and compliance costs. In short, SB 811 codifies a historically relaxed standard that allows chemical treatment of hazardous waste and codifies settlement terms from lawsuits after major environmental disasters, while small shredders like ours fully adhere to California's hazardous waste control laws. The bill would hold our folks to terms with activities we do not perform and environmental disasters that did not happen at our facilities. Facilities like ours won’t likely survive. Many that shut their doors will send their customers to the remaining larger facilities, thus placing more trucks and cars on the highways, emitting more pollution and a metal recycling market will be consolidated into the hands of a few multinational corporations. SB 811 essentially will create a monopoly of larger
“They’re very much living day to day. They’re checking their status on their case when they wake up and when they go to bed at night, and they’re living off savings, and they’re living in a space of hope,” Feldman said. Faculty at California State University are also working on legislation to support students awaiting their renewal applications to be processed. “What we see happening many times is students leave halfway through the semester and then, without any date of return, they actually have to start all over again to apply to the university,” said Theresa Montaño, a CSU faculty member and president of the Los Angeles County Board of Education. The legislation would allow students facing disruptions such as delayed DACA renewals to temporarily pause their studies and return without having to start the process over, Montaño said. Once they can return, “they would be able to start where they left off,” she said. For Mendoza Tlachi, the wait finally ended a few days ago. She was brought to the United States at age 7, first received DACA in 2017 and has renewed it about five times. Her latest renewal was approved about six months after she applied. It meant that, instead of spending her summer working and preparing for the new school year, she spent that time checking the USCIS website for any update on her renewal application until, finally, it arrived. “I hope we can create a process where educators like me do not have to wonder whether a process and delay will keep us from our classrooms, and where our students do not have to wonder whether their teachers will come back the next day,” she said.
California lawmakers call for faster SB 811 Still Has Time to Hold DACA renewals amid prolonged Corporations Accountable processing delays By Betty Márquez Rosales, EdSource
California students celebrate victory in front of the U.S. Supreme Court on rejection of Trump’s bid to end legal protections for young immigrants. Credit: ChatGPT
When Alma Mendoza Tlachi’s work permit expired while she waited for the federal government to process her renewal, she had to stop teaching her high school students and could not return to work over the summer or prepare her classroom for the new school year. As a Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, recipient, Mendoza Tlachi relies on an employment authorization document, or work permit, to legally work in the United States. Mendoza Tlachi has paid to renew her work authorization every two years, as required, since she first applied for DACA in 2017 at age 16. But this year, processing delays caused her work permit to expire before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services reviewed her renewal application, even though she filed nearly six months before it was set to expire. She said her previous renewal applications had all been processed in under one month. “I constantly found myself wondering: ‘Will I be able to continue teaching? Will I be able to support my family? Will I be able to finish school?’ ” said Mendoza Tlachi at a press conference Thursday morning. She is a third-year Spanish language and literature teacher completing her master’s degree in education at Cal State Fullerton. The delays prompted California lawmakers to call on the federal government to act. Assemblymember José Luis
Solache, Jr., D-Paramount, introduced House Resolution 124, which the state Assembly recently approved unanimously. The resolution urges federal agencies, including USCIS, which oversees DACA renewals, to expedite work authorization renewals for DACA recipients. The resolution passed after months of uncertainty over prolonged delays and a lawsuit seeking information from the federal government on DACA processing times. Over a quarter of the nation’s roughly 506,000 DACA recipients live in California, and thousands of them are educators in the state’s K-12 and higher education systems. “Immigration cases are often delayed. That is not unusual,” said Tess Feldman, a supervising attorney at Loyola Law School’s Immigrant Justice Clinic, at Thursday’s news conference. “But what we’re talking about today for DACA renewals are unprecedented delays impacting a very sensitive group of students and teachers and educators that this program is designed to protect, not cause further harm to.” One of Feldman’s clients, a 10th grade teacher, cannot return to work this school year because of renewal application delays, Feldman said. “By comparison, one of her applications in the past was renewed and approved on the same day.” The DACA program was created by the Obama administration in 2012 to provide temporary protection from deportation and work authorization to certain undocumented immigrants who were brought to the United States as children. The program grew out of years of organizing by undocumented immigrants seeking protection and a pathway to citizenship. DACA has since faced a series
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Recycling Could be Impacted Statewide Including San Bernardino County By Steve Slater, Regulatory Compliance Manager, Universal Service Recycling, Inc. It’s been said that the road to hell is paved with good intentions. That may be true, but as we witness a flawed bill making its way through the California legislature, it may also be paved with new, burdensome metal recycling regulations that as written will cost jobs, force businesses to close and leave fewer recycling options for consumers. SB 811 by Senator Anna Caballero is well intentioned to protect our environment when recycling scrap metal and automobiles, but it misses the mark on holding the largest corporations accountable for their negligence. However, an unintended consequence of this wellintended proposal is the severe, adverse impact it will have on small, family-owned recycling businesses that, in contrast to the large facilities, do not expose the environment to such chemicals or waste during their operations. Metal recyclers of all sizes – from “mom and pop” establishments to larger, full-scale “mega shredders” -- have been an important cornerstone across the nation. We both provide a safe and effective place for businesses and families to dispose of and recycle their metal products in their own backyard. We both create jobs, contribute to the local economy and support our community schools and teams. But that’s where the similarity stops. Smaller recyclers such as ours do not operate like the ‘big guys” using mega shredders. Larger scale operations recycle entire vehicles – automobile fleets, buses, trucks and more – directly into their machines. For a long while, the state granted these facilities an exemption from California’s hazardous waste laws, allowing them to chemically treat the
residue – indeed, a hazardous waste – and deliver it to ordinary municipal landfills as though it were household trash. Proponents of SB 811 are right to recognize that this discretionary arrangement allowed the large facilities to operate outside of the waste permitting system, thus producing contamination problems and enforcement settlements. But, regrettably, the bill as is would unintentionally do irreparable harm to smaller recycling facilities that simply do not expose the environment to hazardous waste in our processes. They use chemicals treatment of metal residue, a known hazardous waste in lieu of following Hazardous Waste Control Laws for disposal of their toxic waste, we don’t. We follow all existing regulations for the disposal of hazardous waste at hazardous waste landfills ensuring safety in the environment and human health. The problem is that the bill brings the small facilities – again, all of whom do not expose the environment to hazardous conditions – under the same rules and regulations as the larger players, even though the gaps it targets never existed for us. SB 811 does not fill a regulatory hole for the small facilities – it duplicates the process and layers already struggling small businesses like ours with more unnecessary, unreasonable rules and expectations. Small recyclers already comply with litany of regulators including state toxics officials, local hazardous materials agencies, regional air districts, water boards overseeing stormwater permits, and local fire and land-use authorities. Under this legislation, we will now also be required to obtain two separate permits from the state
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corporate bigwigs versus the family-owned companies that make America great. The way to fix this and still strike the right balance between cleaner recycling and a thriving small business environment is to amend SB 811 to focus where the problem really exists: chemical treatment of auto shredder residue, which is performed only by larger scale facilities. This will preserve the intent of Caballero’s bill, modernize standards and create real accountability for the operations that prompted this legislation – while allowing small recyclers like ours to keep our lights on, people employed and communities served. There is a window of opportunity and pathway to protect both our small metal shredders and the environment at the same time. SB 811 must make good, durable policy sense for all stakeholders in the ecosystem. By narrowing the bill to focus on the responsible entities, larger recycling facilities, to address the prevailing concerns, it helps ensure we can best serve our citizens, job creators and communities in the safest, smartest and most equitable way of all.
Political Playback: California Capitol News You Might Have Missed Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media
California Legislative Black Caucus Elects New Leaders
Asm. Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley), Chair-Elect of the California Legislative Black Caucus, presents ACR 116, the Martin Luther King Jr. Resolution.
On Aug. 14, the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) announced that Assemblymember Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) was elected the chairperson for the 20272028 legislative session. Sen. Laura Richardson (D-Inglewood) will serve as the vice chair of the political organization. Jackson and Richardson will replace Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D-San Diego) and Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights), respectively, as chair and vice chair. “It is an honor to have been selected as the next chief servant to the members of this historic Caucus as we continue to build 21st-century Black power for the next 60 years and beyond,” chairelect Jackson said. “I am grateful for this moment and confident in our dedication to what we can build together for the people of
California.” Jackson was elected to the California State Assembly in November 2022 and took office on Dec. 5, 2022, representing the 60th District. He was re-elected for a second term in November 2024. “As I pass the gavel to our new leadership at the end of this year, I do so with great confidence in their vision, commitment, and ability to carry this work forward. The Caucus is in excellent hands, and I look forward to all that will be accomplished in this next chapter,” said current CLBC Chair Weber Pierson. Sen. Laura Richardson (D-Los Angeles), Vice Chair-Elect of the California Legislative Black Caucus. Richardson, Senate Assistant Majority Whip, was elected to the State Senate in November 2024, assuming the office on Dec. 2, 2024. Yes, she also served in the California State Assembly before this, representing the 55th District from December 2006 to September 2007 and served in the U.S. House of Representatives representing California’s 37th congressional district from August 2007 to January 2013. The CLBC incoming executive leadership team will also include Secretary-elect LaShae Sharp-Collins (D-La Mesa), and Treasurer-elect Assemblymember Mia Bonta (D-Alameda).
“Sickle Cell Warriors” Urge Gov. Newsom to Sustain Critical Patient-Care Funding AntonioRayHarvey|CaliforniaBlackMedia
Dorian Archie and other representatives from Cayenne Wellness Center handdelivered more than 1,000 petitions to California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office on Aug. 14. A sickle cell patient himself, Archie has received more than 50 blood transfusions throughout his life to help manage the disease. CBM photo by Antonio Ray Harvey.
Representatives of the Cayenne Wellness Center, a leading advocate for California’s sickle cell community, delivered a petition with more than 1,000 signatures to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office on Aug. 14. The petition calls on state
leaders to provide $15 million over the next three years to support care for people living with the genetic disorder. Dr. Carolyn Rowley, founder and executive director of the Cayenne Wellness Center and Children’s Foundation, said the investment would sustain and expand vital community-based wraparound services as previous state and federal grants expire. Sickle cell disease is a genetic blood disorder that causes red blood cells to become hard and sickle-shaped, potentially blocking blood flow and triggering severe pain. In the United States, the disease is most common among Black Americans, occurring in about 1 in every 365 Black births and an estimated 3% to continued on page 4
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Living with Lung Cancer: How to Find Your Community?
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state funding for specialized medical care and community support networks. In a recent commentary, Brown warned that grant funding for a specialized 12-clinic network was ending, threatening continuity of care for more than 1,100 adults. She wrote that the programs have proven effective by integrating community health workers and reducing preventable hospitalizations and emergency room visits. “Sickle cell disease is chronic, painful, and complex. Effective management often requires coordination among hematologists, primary care providers, pain specialists, behavioral health professionals, and social services,” Brown wrote. “Because sickle cell disease primarily affects Black communities, longstanding inequities in our health care system continue to shape patient experiences and outcomes.” An estimated 9,000 to 11,000 Californians have the disease. Data from organizations such as the Sickle Cell Disease Foundation of California and other public health trackers show that Black or African American patients account for 83% to 85% of all cases in the state. More than 30% of Californians with the disease live in Los Angeles County. San Bernardino and Sacramento counties and the San Francisco Bay Area also have large sickle cell patient populations, Rowley said. According to its website, Cayenne Wellness Center seeks to reduce deaths from the disease by helping patients navigate the health care system. Its team provides expert care, mental health counseling, patient advocacy and community engagement. Dorian Archie, spokesperson and assistant program manager at the center, helped deliver the petitions to the governor’s office.
Living with lung cancer can be challenging. Not everyone has a family to encircle them with support. Even so, friends and family may not fully understand where you’re coming from as someone with lung cancer. Finding a supportive community is essential for emotional support, information sharing, and connecting with others who understand your journey. The Power of Community Emotional Support Living with lung cancer can often feel isolating and overwhelming. A strong community provides a safe space where you can freely express your feelings, fears, and frustrations. Sharing your experiences with others who have faced or are facing similar circumstances can offer immense comfort and emotional support. Information and Resources Communities offer a wealth of information and resources tailored to lung cancer patients. From treatment updates to coping strategies, you can gain valuable insights from fellow community
members, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. This shared knowledge helps you stay informed and make more empowered decisions about your care. Inspiration and Hope Witnessing stories of resilience and survival within the lung cancer community can instill hope and inspiration. Connecting with individuals who have overcome similar challenges can provide encouragement and motivation to keep pushing forward in your journey. There are several places where you can find communities for individuals living with lung cancer. Finding Your Community Online Support Groups and Forums The internet has paved the way for virtual communities that connect individuals from all corners of the world. Online support groups and forums specifically for lung cancer patients can be an excellent starting point to find your community. Websites like Inspire, CancerCare, and Cancer Support Community host continued in last 2 columns
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Shown from left are Carolyn S. Mullins, Co-Chair of Public Policy, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Sacramento Chapter; Davon Tarriel, Sickle Cell Warrior; Terrina Strong, Caregiver and Community Health Worker Assistant, Cayenne Wellness Center; Dr. Carolyn Rowley, Executive Director, Cayenne Wellness Center; Dorian Archie, Sickle Cell Advocate and Community Organizer, Cayenne Wellness Center; Emerging Markets Manager, Southern California, Red Cross; Jennifer L. Willis, President, National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Sacramento Chapter; Patrise Sterling, caregiver; and Sierra Williams, Esq., President-Elect, Wiley Manuel Bar Association, and Sacramento NCBW Public Policy Member. CBM photo by Antonio Ray Harvey.
9% of Hispanic or Latino births, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Founded in 2000 and headquartered in the Los Angeles area, Cayenne Wellness Center is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to improving the quality of life of Californians living with sickle cell disease, as well as their families and caregivers. The organization also works with local health care providers. Its programs include nocost mental health and spiritual counseling, transportation assistance, financial aid and respite care. The center also provides home visits, care coordination, trauma-informed support, health education and trusted guidance. “We touch upon 1,200 persons living with sickle cell across the state,” Rowley told California Black Media (CBM). “That’s seven community health workers regionally, including Los Angeles, San Diego, Inland, and Orange counties. That includes Northern California and Central California. We also have one health worker
for Spanish-speaking clients only. And our clients receive no-cost mental health support.” In July 2026, Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 109, the “Budget Act of 2026,” approving a five-year, $30 million commitment to support sickle cell care statewide. California initially awarded a $15 million grant in 2019 that was intended to last three years. Rowley, who also lives with sickle cell disease, said Cayenne Wellness Center has received federal funding since 2015, but that support ends Aug. 31. Three years ago, the center received $10 million from the state to expand its services. That funding also will soon expire. “It will end unless we’re able to ask, convince (state leaders) to invest in what we do, which ultimately is taking care and giving people quality of life and dignity,” Rowley said. Mary E. Brown, president and CEO of the Sickle Cell Disease Foundation (SCDF), is a partner in the fight advocating for sustained continued in next 2 columns
Community advocates, attorneys and Devon Tarriel, a sickle cell patient from Davis, joined him. Archie was diagnosed with the disease at birth and has endured excruciating pain, inadequate medical care and life-threatening shortages of compatible blood. A prominent community activist who describes himself as a “sickle cell warrior,” Archie has worked with organizations including the American Red Cross. His advocacy draws on his experience transforming personal hardship into efforts to change public policy. Archie told CBM that losing vital funding would jeopardize critical, no-cost wraparound services for thousands of individuals and families affected by sickle cell disease. “Cayenne was literally a hand in the darkness that pulled me out during a time when I was struggling greatly with the disease,” Archie told CBM. “Sickle cell can be like a revolving door. A revolving door that becomes a cycle of pain, drugs, hospital visits and doctors. It becomes your life. That’s not really living…it’s surviving.” Archie has received more than 50 life-saving blood transfusions. He is among thousands of sickle cell patients who fear waiting in severe pain for hours because hospitals lack adequate supplies of closely matched blood. He also worries that insufficient funding could hinder blood drives aimed at recruiting donors in Black and Brown communities. “An organization like Cayenne Wellness Center creates resources so that sickle cell patients don’t have to worry about those things when you’re in a state where your body is literally beating you to death from the inside out,” Archie said. “No one has any idea what a sickle cell warrior has to do to get out of bed and do things that people take for granted.”
Proposed overhaul could fundamentally change Head Start. Here’s how...continued from page 2 A child enrolled in Head Start at Bright Starts Center cleans his workstation after finishing a painting. Critics say Head Start would fundamentally change Federal officials have said that lower administrative burden and greater flexibility for local programs are, in part, why the regulatory changes must be made. Head Start programs are currently required to meet specific staff-to-child ratios. Luis Bautista, executive director of the Head Start and Early Learning Division at the Los Angeles County Office of Education, said reducing some administrative requirements could allow programs to spend more resources on children and families — but only if they do not risk quality. “I think all of us who are in the program will welcome the opportunity to reduce any unnecessary administrative burden, especially when those changes allow us to spend more time serving children and families,” Bautista said. “But flexibility should never come at the expense of quality or safety or equitable access. And some of these proposed changes are going to actually impact all of those things.” The L.A. County education office is the state’s largest Head Start grantee — teaching thousands of babies, toddlers and young children — and works with the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation, the nonprofit that oversees the Bright Starts Center. While federal officials say the changes would give local programs flexibility, critics question how much discretion programs would have in practice if federal funding does not increase.
Head Start programs receive federal grants, and their budgets are tied to the number of children they are funded to serve, and the requirements attached to those grants. Cottrill, of Head Start California, said that could limit how much flexibility programs actually have. “When we ask for that grant, we have to justify it. We can pay that many teachers because we’re required to. While the Office of Head Start is saying ‘you’ll have flexibility,’ they still have the ultimate say on those grants,” she said. Cottrill said she fears that if the federal office requests local programs to serve more children without increased funding, the proposed changes could lead to reduced staffing or services to accommodate the additional enrollment. “How do you do that? Well, you hire people who are less qualified. You give them more children. You cut services like toothbrushing and monitors on buses and all those wraparound things that make Head Start such a unique program that really creates positive results for those kids,” said Cottrill. Lizbeth Casco White, director of the federal Office of Head Start has said federal regulations are not what solely drive early education services like Head Start. “Federal regulations establish minimum requirements. They do not define the ceiling of excellence,” she said in announcing the proposed regulatory changes. The proposed changes come after months of uncertainty for Head Start, including a federal budget proposal that called for eliminating funding altogether. After opposition from Head Start’s advocates, Congress continued in next 2 columns
Proposed overhaul could fundamentally change Head Start. Here’s how...continued ultimately restored funding to roughly its previous level. Some local Head Start programs temporarily shut down because furloughed federal staff were not able to process grants during last year’s historic federal shutdown. Five 2-year-olds enrolled at Bright Starts Center in Los Angeles at the end of outdoor activity time. The Trump administration has pursued other changes to the program as well. In May, federal officials proposed removing certain wage and benefits requirements for Head Start staff, saying the move would “restore needed flexibility and autonomy to local programs” while reducing paperwork. Most recently, in June, rightwing think tank The Heritage Foundation published a report outlining why Head Start should be deregulated “until officials end it.” Back at Bright Starts, the children returned to their
classroom after outdoor play, moving between Spanish and English as they settled into their next activity. For now, the routines that shape their day remain in place — two adults in the classroom, time for physical activity, meals and snacks, and opportunities for children to learn English while maintaining their home language. Whether those practices remain federal standards or are left to states and local programs to decide could depend on what happens next. If the changes are approved, legal challenges are likely, particularly in response to new requirements such as English-only instruction. Bautista said the outcome should ultimately be measured by what happens to children in classrooms like Bright Starts. “Will these changes improve outcomes for children?” he said. “I think we have to stay rooted in that.”
NPRC Scores First Advocacy Victory: David Shaw Finally Gets His Wish to ‘Go Home’...continued from page 1 and stronger protections for elders and disabled people. The Shaw case sends a powerful message: Guardianship is supposed to protect vulnerable people, not permanently separate them from those who love and
care for them. David Shaw asked to go home. His wife fought to bring him home. NPRC supported her every step of the way, and this time, the system listened.
This Week’s Quote “Keep feeling the need for being important. Keep feeling the need for being first. But I want you to be the first in love. I want you to be the first in moral excellence. I want you to be the first in generosity.” – Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., The Drum Major Instinct (1968), LibQuote.com.
Living with Lung Cancer: How to Find Your Community?...continued discussion boards and forums where you can interact with others, ask questions, and share experiences. Social Media Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have become valuable spaces for creating and joining lung cancer support groups and communities. Look for hashtags such as # L u n g C a n c e r C o m m u n i t y, #LungCancerSurvivors, or specific groups dedicated to lung cancer patients. These platforms allow you to connect with others, share resources, and participate in online events. Local Support Groups Many cities have local support groups that meet regularly to provide face-to-face interaction and support. Reach out to cancer centers, hospitals, or nonprofit organizations in your area to inquire about lung cancer support groups. These gatherings offer a chance to connect with individuals in your community, share experiences, and seek guidance from healthcare professionals who may be present. Patient Advocacy Organizations Patient advocacy organizations, such as the Lung Cancer Foundation of America, LUNGevity Foundation, and the American Lung Association, actively work to support and empower lung cancer patients. They offer various resources, educational materials, and opportunities to connect with others through events, conferences, and online platforms. Nurturing Your Community Open Communication
Building strong connections within your community requires open and honest communication. Share your experiences, ask questions, and actively participate in discussions. By contributing to the conversation, you not only help yourself but also provide support to others who may be seeking guidance. It’s not only what you receive but what you put in and to your community too! Attend Supportive Events Look for local or virtual events tailored to lung cancer patients, such as workshops, conferences, or retreats. These gatherings provide opportunities to meet others face-to-face, learn from experts, and engage in activities that promote overall well-being. You’re not alone. Caregiver and Family Involvement If you are fortunate to have family and friends to support you as a lung cancer warrior, engage them! Snag your loved ones, caregivers, and family members in the community-building process. Encourage them to join support groups or participate in educational programs designed for caregivers. Involving them creates a more inclusive and supportive environment for everyone involved. Let them in! Being a lung cancer patient does mean you are alone. Finding a supportive community can bring solace, understanding, and valuable resources into your life. Reach out, seek support, and build connections within the lung cancer community, for together we are stronger and can face the challenges of this journey with hope, strength, and resilience!
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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 July 16, 23, 30, August 6, Correction August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260006594 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 07/15/2026 Filing Expires On: 07/15/2031 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): RIGBY REAL ESTATE & HOME LOANS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. 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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 July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260007308 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 08/06/2026 Filing Expires On: 08/06/2031 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): BEST ONTARIO SMOG CHECK County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. 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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 August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260006287 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 07/06/2026 Filing Expires On: 07/06/2031 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): KEBAB N WRAP County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 1725 WEST NORTHPARK BOULEVARD, SUITE A3 SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 Business Mailing Address: 1355 WHITEWOOD DRIVE MENTONE, CA 92359 Employees: 5 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: KEBAB N WRAP, INC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./ Org./Reg. No: (Optional): Corporation or LLC Street Address: 1355 WHITEWOOD DRIVE MENTONE, CA 92359 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.): Jun 29, 2026 /s/: ZIAD DAOUD, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, 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 July 16, 23, 30, August 6, Correction August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260007195 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 08/03/2026 Filing Expires On: 08/03/2031 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): REVIVED HOLISTIC WELLNESS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 19031 OUTER HWY 18 S. SUITE 200 APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307 Business Mailing Address: PO BOX 1835 HELENDALE, CA 92342 Employees: 0 Name of Individual Registrant (First Name): LORI (Middle Initial only): J (Last Name): DEROME 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.): Not Applicable /s/: LORI J DEROME, PHYSICAL THERAPIST, 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 August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260007295 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 08/06/2026 Filing Expires On: 08/06/2031 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): G N A WINDOWS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 1512 E 5TH ST SPC 99 ONTARIO, CA 91764 Business Mailing Address: 1512 E 5TH ST SPC 99 ONTARIO, CA 91764 Employees: 1 Name of Individual Registrant (First Name): ANGELA (Middle Initial only): (Last Name): VIEYRA 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.): Not Applicable /s/: ANGELA VIERYA, 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 August 13, 20, 27, September 3, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260006980 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 07/27/2026 Filing Expires On: 07/272031 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): ALLIANCE AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LLC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 258 S K ST SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 Business Mailing Address: 258 S K ST SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 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: ALLIANCE AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LLC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional): Corporation or LLC Street Address: 258 S K ST SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 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/: Jose Vasquez, 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 August 6, 13, 20, 27, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260007399 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 08/07/2026 Filing Expires On: 08/07/2031 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): 1. CASHBACK LOANS 2. CASHBACK PAYDAY ADVANCE 3. CASHBACK 4. MYWAGESPAN 5. CALIFORNIA CASH LOANS 6. CALIFORNIA ONLINE LOANS 7. WAGESPAN County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 10532 ACACIA STREET B5 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Business Mailing Address: PO BOX 6090 LAQUINTA, CA 92248 Employees: 25 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: CASHBAK, LLC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional): Corporation or LLC Street Address: 10532 ACACIA STREET SUITE B5 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 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.): Dec 16, 2015 /s/: ERIC OTTEN, 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 August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260006850 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 07/22/2026 Filing Expires On: 07/22/2031 ABANDONMENT County of Current Filing SAN BERNARDINO Date of Current Filing: 08/21/2023 File No.: FBN20230008371 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW
(as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): FASTCASH4IPHONES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 10700 JERSEY BLVD, 240 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Business Mailing Address: 14632 NELSON AVE CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744 # of Employees: 1 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: KIM WIRELESS, LLC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional) 201815010434 Corporation or LLC Street Address: 10700 JERSEY BLVD 240 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 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.) May 12, 2018 /s/: Andrew Kim, 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 July 30, August 6, 13, 20, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260007638 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 08/17/2026 Filing Expires On: 08/17/2031 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): BETTER BUZZ COFFEE ROASTERS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 15122 BEAR VALLEY RD VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 Business Mailing Address: 3636 NOBEL DR SUITE 475 SAN DIEGO, CA 92122 Employees: 45 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: BETTER BUZZ COFFEE COMPANY, LLC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional): Corporation or LLC Street Address: 801 UNIVERSITY AVE SAN DIEGO, CA 92103 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/: JENNIFER MAGLIO, VP, 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 August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2026. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FBN 20260006626 The FBN Statement was filed with the San Bernardino County Clerk’s Office Date Filed: 07/15/2026 Filing Expires On: 07/15/2031 LIST FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME BELOW (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg): THE DELIVERY TEAM LLC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business (P.O. Box or PMB address NOT acceptable): 15225 APACHE RD APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307 Business Mailing Address: 15225 APACHE RD APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307 Employees: 0 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: THE DELIVERY TEAM LLC State of Inc./ Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No: (Optional): 202464415541 Corporation or LLC Street Address: 15225 APACHE RD APPLE VALLEY, CA 92307 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.): Nov 01, 2024 /s/: DARTELL E. HOBSON, 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 August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2026.
SUMMONS SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): ANDREW ADESIDA an individual; INDUSTRIAL MEDICAL SERVICES & URGENT CARE INC., a California corporation; and DOES 1-10 inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE: KRET, LLC, a California limited liability company NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond
within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court's lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVVS2602009 The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): San Bernardino County Superior Court-Victorville District 14455 Civic Drive Victorville, CA 92392 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff's attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Amy A. Mousavi, Esq.; Mousavi Law, PC 4343 Von Karman Ave., Ste. 250-J Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949)864-9667 DATE (Fecha): 3/25/2026 Clerk (Secretario) by: /s/ Alyssa Leber, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 2026.
LIEN SALES 2008 MERZ S-CLASS VIN# WDDNG77X98A150696 CA LIC# NONE LIEN SALE: 9/1/2026 AT: 10:00 AM 10741 CENTRAL PLACE, ONTARIO, CA 91762 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026 2018 CHEV IMPALA VIN# 2G11X5S34J9157275 CA LIC# 9YRC632 LIEN SALE: 9/1/2026 AT: 10:00 AM 2305 W HIGHLAND AVE, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026 2008 LEXS IS VIN# JTHBK262582069644 CA LIC# DE10F43 LIEN SALE: 9/2/2026 AT: 09:00 AM 2310 E 3RD ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026 2020 NISS ALTIMA VIN# 1N4BL4EVXLC208925 TX LIC# NONE LIEN SALE: 9/3/2026 AT: 10:00 AM 146 S GRANITE AVE, ONTARIO, CA 91762 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026
2016 MAZD CX-5 VIN# JM3KE2CY0G0687005 CA LIC# 7NQL957 LIEN SALE: 9/2/2026 AT: 09:00 AM 2310 E 3RD ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026
2015 MERZ C-CLASS VIN# 55SWF4JB3FU072111 CA LIC# 9URV571 LIEN SALE: 9/2/2026 AT: 09:00 AM 2310 E 3RD ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026 2019 TOYT MIRAI VIN# JTDBVRBD9KA006035 CA LIC# 9ACE113 LIEN SALE: 9/2/2026 AT: 09:00 AM 2310 E 3RD ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026
2019 FORD ESCAPE VIN# 1FMCU0F75KUB47542 CA LIC# 9MVT477 LIEN SALE: 9/2/2026 AT: 09:00 AM 2310 E 3RD ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026
2009 BOMBARDIE GTI HIN# ZZN86820A999 CA CF# 4199PM LIEN SALE: 9/2/2026 AT: 09:00 AM 2310 E 3RD ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026 1999 BOMBARDIE GTI HIN# ZZN31067K899 CA CF# 4200PM LIEN SALE: 9/2/2026 AT: 09:00 AM 2310 E 3RD ST, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 Published in The San Bernardino American News August 20, 2026
Notice is hereby given pursuant to section 3071 and 3072 of the Civil Code of the State of California, This undersigned, LJ Towing & Transport LLC, 17398 Upland Ave, Fontana, Ca 92335. Will sell at public sale on 08/28/26 at 10:00am the following property, 2020 Hyundai, Tucson, Vin#KM8J33AL3LU 194652. The lien holder has the right to bid at the sale: American Lien, P.O. Box 12254, San Bernardino, CA 92423 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper August 20, 2026.
NOTICE OF SALE OF AUTOMOTIVE / VESSEL / PROPERTIES Notice is hereby given pursuant to sections 3071, 3072, & 3051 CVC and 503 of the H&N code of the state of California, the undersigned will sell at public auctions at the respective said addresses at 10AM on 09/04/2026 the following vehicles, property and vessel to wit: 2011 CARSO CA 4HXSE1623BC154003 4LS4630 CA 2AX E STREET SELF STORAGE 1723 S E ST SAN BERNARDINO, CA Said sales are for the purpose of satisfying liens for the undersigned for towing, storage, labor, material and lien charges together with advertising and expense of sales dated this 08/21/2026 GRANT LIEN SALES 562865-8394 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper August 20, 2026.
NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE OF HYBRID PUBLIC HEARING TO C O N S I D E R T H E GRANTING OF A VARIANCE AND THE ADOPTION OF A COMPLIANCE DATE CASE NO. 6139-11 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) Hearing Board will hold a public hearing at 9:30 a.m. on TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026, to consider the granting of a regular variance from Rule 203 of the South Coast AQMD Rules and Regulations and the adoption of a final compliance date for an internal combustion engine driving an emergency generator at VERIZON WIRELESS, SAN SEVAINE, 13910 San Sevaine Road, San Bernardino, California 92401. Rule 203 requires a permit to operate and requires operation in accordance with specified conditions of said permit. The nature and extent of estimated excess emissions, if any, are to be determined at the hearing. A copy of the petition will be available for inspection in the Clerk of the Boards office at the South Coast AQMD and on the South Coast AQMD website at: http://www.aqmd. gov/nav/about/hearingboard/hearing-board-casedocuments at least 72 hours before the hearing. The hearing will be conducted through a hybrid format, both in person at the South Coast AQMD, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765, Hearing Board Room and virtually via videoconference and by telephone. Members of the public will have the opportunity to provide public comments or testimony either in person or virtually. Please contact the Clerk of the Boards, (909) 396-2500, prior to the hearing to confirm the Hearing Board schedule. The public may join the meeting via Zoom at
https://aqmd.zoomgov. us/j/1617214661 or via phone (669) 216-1590; Meeting ID: 161 721 4661. Please refer to the South Coast AQMD website at: http://www.aqmd.gov/nav/ about/hearing-board, for additional information and instructions regarding virtual participation. Hearings will also be webcast and can be viewed at: www.aqmd.gov/ home/news-events/webcast. Interested persons may attend in person and provide oral or written statements. Bring eight (8) copies of any exhibits you wish to present at the hearing, when attending in person. Written materials may be submitted electronically to the Clerk via email prior to the hearing at Clerkofboard@aqmd. gov, if attending virtually. Please note that under the California Public Records Act (Gov. Code Section 7920.000 et seq.) your written and oral comments, attachments, and associated contact information (e.g. your address, phone, email, etc.) become part of the public record and can be released to the public on request, or posted on the South Coast AQMD website. This notice and related documents will be made available, upon request, in appropriate alternative formats to assist persons with a disability (Gov. Code Section 54954.2(a)). Any disability or languagerelated accommodation must be requested as soon as practicable. Requests will be accommodated unless providing the accommodation would result in a fundamental alteration or undue burden to the South Coast AQMD. Please direct any questions to the Clerk of the Board as soon as possible at 909-396-2500 (for TTY, 909-396-3560), or by email at Clerkofboard@ aqmd.gov. DATED: August 18, 2026 SOUTH COAST AQMD HEARING BOARD BY: James Chavez Deputy Board Clerk II 8/20/26 CNS-4068936# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
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Why Black-Owned Businesses Can’t Afford to Be Invisible to AI smaller cities...continued frequently.
money for emergencies. Look for affordable places to live based on your income.
Frequently Asked Questions Can AI Recommend Small Businesses Even if They Aren’t National Brands? Yes. AI doesn’t recommend businesses based only on size or popularity since it mostly looks for:
Comparing Expenses Before Moving To Adjust to the Cost of Living Once you find a cheaper place to live, you’ll be excited. It’s easy to overlook some things, thinking they won’t have a huge impact on your budget.
Reliable information Content that’s relevant to what a user is asking Consistent business details Don’t be discouraged if you’re mostly competing against big businesses. When you position your brand well for AI tools to discover, people might pick you over brands they already know.
Never move before you estimate how much the decision will truly cost.
By Rob McManus using tools like GetNextNet.ai, you’ll be able to see how AI tools see your brand. Tracking your readiness score helps you figure out what you need to improve.
Many people use AI tools to search for products and services instead of search engines. If Black-owned businesses aren’t easy for AI to find, they end up losing potential customers. Let AI help you gain the trust of people who are considering your business for the first time so your brand can grow. According to McKinsey & Company, Black Americans run over 3 million businesses across the U.S. It hasn’t always been easy for small businesses owned by Black people to stand out in their communities. Start using AI to gain a competitive advantage and keep up with how customers find brands now. How Much Do Black-Owned Businesses Contribute to the Economy? They generate around $133.7 billion in total sales, as reported by the Department of Small and Local Business Development. Your business doesn’t need to make a huge amount of revenue to have an impact on the economy. You’re helping others grow by: Offering them a job Inspiring them to be future entrepreneurs Supporting their businesses when they supply you with items Why Do Black-Owned Businesses Struggle to Survive? Failing to keep up with technology as it evolves and having limited access to funding. When you first start your business, you’ll probably do most of the work by yourself. Handling the following tasks without the right tools can be overwhelming: Bookkeeping Customer service Supply chain management
Better Online Presence Builds Trust Before Customers Call It’s not easy for people to trust a business they’ve never worked with, especially when they want to order something online. You’ll be able to leave great first impressions if you have: Marketing You might find yourself having little time to focus on the things that can actually help your company grow. Set aside time to ask your clients for their feedback. You may struggle with brand visibility if you don’t have reviews to help you earn trust. Many entrepreneurs start their businesses with savings or get loans from their loved ones. If lenders with good interest rates don’t consider you for loans, you’ll probably end up borrowing from those with high rates. Paying a huge interest reduces your profits over time. Discovering the Benefits of Staying Visible to AI Ensure your business shows up in AI searches whenever someone is looking up something related to what you offer. You don’t even need a huge budget to boost digital visibility. AI Helps Customers Find Your Business Faster Many shoppers begin searching for products using simple questions. Someone may ask an AI tool to tell them who sells the best scented candles near them. If a homeowner needs their pipes fixed, they might search for price estimates. You can boost your chances of appearing in AI snippets by: Answering the questions customers often ask using your content Providing accurate details about your company Posting great photos of your products Don’t just create a simple business website and hope that your potential customers will stumble upon it. When you start
Clear descriptions for all your services Updated business hours An active blog with content posted regularly Genuine customer testimonials AI tools scan such things before recommending businesses to users. Avoid just marketing your products on your site. Posting content that also helps customers address the issues they’re facing makes you more trustworthy. If you own a Black-owned accounting firm, post guides explaining tax deadlines for small businesses. You should give AI more reasons to see you as the best solution. Once someone visits your page after coming across it in an AI overview or an answer provided by a tool like ChatGPT, your job isn’t done. Ensure your site shows them what to do next so they don’t feel stranded. Saving Time While Growing Your Online Presence You’ll keep enjoying the results of AI visibility for longer than you would with traditional marketing campaigns. If you have helpful content on your site, it can help you keep bringing in business for months or even years. Start simplifying consumer discovery by: Creating articles that answer questions customers will continue asking for years Reviewing older blog posts to update statistics and links Tracking how each post is performing to see what you should invest in When you use these tips, you will be able to reduce how much you spend on marketing. It’s important to be flexible since customers’ behavior changes
How Long Does It Take to Improve AI Visibility? The results will vary depending on your website and the level of competition. It’s possible to notice a huge difference in just a few weeks after getting new reviews. AI tools were probably not suggesting your site simply because you didn’t have testimonials they could refer to when checking if your brand is authentic. Be consistent and know what AI tools reward the most. It will help you grow your visibility faster. Do Social Media Pages Help AI Understand My Business? Yes. Your social media profiles can give AI tools more details about your business. Post more often and don’t ignore your customers in the comments. Responding to them helps you build trust. Use your social media pages to support your website and help you direct more traffic to it. Enhancing Digital Visibility Black-owned businesses now have the chance to stand out and earn trust without you spending a lot of money. If you update your content and use it to address the problems your customers face, AI tools are more likely to notice you. Get positive reviews from your loyal customers. Posting these on your pages and engaging with your customers boosts your visibility. Check out more blackowned business growth insights on our page.
What Insurance Adjusters Don’t Want The cost of living is becoming a You to Do After a Car Accident stronger magnet for smaller cities By Amy Kang
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Small errors can cost you big after a car accident. Know the steps insurance adjusters hope you’ll skip so you can preserve evidence and maximize your claim. You want to protect yourself and your claim when you’ve been involved in a car accident. Insurance adjusters will typically never ask you to preserve evidence, seek medical attention, or delay accepting a settlement. Taking the right steps will allow you to receive fair compensation for damages related to your car accident and could prevent you from making costly mistakes. YouGov Data shows that 50% of U.S. vehicle owners have made at least one car insurance claim. Additionally, the YouGov data indicates that those individuals who drive more often are more likely to submit a claim. As stated earlier, this clearly illustrates how frequent motor vehicle accidents and subsequent auto claims occur.
By Rob McManus Therefore, since motor vehicle collisions occur frequently, all drivers should understand the proper procedures to perform immediately following such events. Your actions over the next few hours and days following the accident can impact your health, financial status, and ultimately, your ability to collect on an insurance claim. Understanding the correct processes and avoiding common errors can assist you in protecting your rights. What Should You Do Immediately After an Automobile Accident? Determine whether anyone has been injured. If anyone has been injured, call 911. If possible, relocate to a secure location and contact local law enforcement to prepare a formal police report. Seek medical attention regardless of how you feel. Even though many individuals believe they are unharmed from an automobile accident injury, there are times when such injuries may not present themselves until later. Receiving medical treatment early will create documentation of your injuries, which can be used in establishing liability for your
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Choosing to live in a smaller city with a lower cost of living isn’t always an easy decision. You’ll feel more confident if you see how much you’ll save on food and transport. Never ignore such costs since they add up quickly and can make you spend more even if your rent is affordable. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, consumer prices went up by 3.5% in the last 12 months before June 2026. You might start searching for the most affordable states after feeling like your bills are becoming harder to keep up with each month. How Do I Live on Very Little Money? Set aside money for the most important bills instead of denying yourself everything you like. You might have money to spend on other things if you: Find a cheap place to live and share it with someone else Buy used furniture
Set a budget that you can follow List what you absolutely need and what you can do without. It will make creating a family budget feel much easier. Many people sign up for things using their credit cards to get free trials. You can easily forget to cancel for months. Review your bills and check whether you’re paying for unnecessary things. Canceling these helps you avoid wasting money without knowing it. You should also try to make food using what you already have in your house instead of buying groceries every time. Is $2,000 a Month Enough To Live On? It depends on how much you pay for rent and the number of people who depend on your income. Living in a region like Hawaii can be quite costly because it’s the most expensive state when it comes to rent. People are having to pay an average of $2,399 a month, according to the World Population Review. Earning $2000 while spending most of it on rent is stressful. You might not be able to save any continued in next 2 columns
Transportation and Vehicle Shipping Spending a lot of money on transportation eventually starts canceling out the amount you’re saving on housing. Estimate the fuel you’ll be using to go to:
can look quite different. It all depends on their habits. If you often eat out, it’s good to know how much your favorite meals cost. You can ask a few restaurants to send you their menus and use them to budget. Frequently Asked Questions Can Remote Work Make a Smaller City More Affordable? Yes. If your employer offers remote work options, consider these when moving to a smaller city. You might be able to earn a good salary while living somewhere with lower everyday prices. Thinking about these factors helps you decide:
School Shop for groceries Work Doctor’s appointments Run errands related to your business Add up the cost of fuel and parking too.
How state taxes affect your income if you’re moving to a different one If you’ll be able to keep up with the working hours The costs of the items you need to start working from home How Does Population Growth Affect Future Housing Costs? The costs might go up when the demand for housing increases.
Driving your car when moving to an entirely new state is tiring. The cost can also be quite high. Once you find a good vehicle shipping agent, they’ll bring the car to your driveway. Consider such convenient services instead of fueling several cars to move them to your new home.
It can be devastating to move to a town because it’s cheap now, only for costs to rise significantly after just a few years. Find out what experts think of the population trends. Areas that have many new job opportunities and plenty of building activity are likely to have a higher cost of living soon.
Housing Focusing on the cost of rent only can cause you to feel frustrated when you have to pay bills you didn’t plan for at first. Use home budget tools to avoid mistakes. Always factor in:
How Can Weather Change Your Monthly Budget? You might have to pay more for heating or cooling. When you move to an area that’s prone to severe storms, insurance costs often rise. You also need to set aside enough money for repairs. Look for homes built to withstand the local weather to avoid recurring repairs after harsh seasons. A property with good insulation can lower your energy bills too.
Renters insurance Property taxes if you choose to buy a home Mortgage payments Homeowners association fees You might need to spend more money on closing a home and fixing it up when you move. Ask yourself if you’d rather rent instead. Buying a newer home or one that’s well maintained will be a good option in case you plan to live there for years. Food Food prices will affect your budget even after you find a cheaper home. Walk through the local grocery shops to have a rough idea of how much food costs there. Check if there’s a huge difference in the prices of the items you use regularly in your home. The household costs of two families living in the same area
Adapting to the Rising Cost of Living Start enjoying a lower cost of living by moving into cities with cheaper housing. Ensure you also look at the bigger picture. When you factor in things like the fuel you’ll use and the cost of food, you’ll be able to make a better decision. Hiring an agency to move your car instead of driving it lets you save on gas during a longdistance move. Only work with companies people trust. It’s also important to ask yourself if the cost of living in the new location will change much in a few years. Get more money-saving tips on our page.
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What Insurance Adjusters Don’t Want You to Do After a Car Accident...continued car accident injury claim. How Long Must You Wait Before Filing an Auto Insurance Claim? The statute of limitations varies by state and the automobile insurance contract. Typically, it is advisable to notify your insurance carrier as soon as possible after the accident. If you are uncertain regarding statutes of limitation relating to filing an automobile claim with your insurance provider, consult with them and/or lawyers for auto accidents. Acting promptly will assist in safeguarding your rights. Preserving Important Evidence
Helps Protect Your Auto Accident Injury Claim Following a serious automobile collision, emergency services personnel typically respond to assist those with injuries and document significant elements related to the collision. The response team documents the area where the incident occurred and assesses injuries sustained during the collision. You can even expect them to collect data based on standardized protocols. Therefore, it is recommended that evidence gathering occur through trained professionals. The trained professionals are people or entities like emergency continued on page 7
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AFL-CIO Report Shows Top CEOs Made 312 Times Workers’ Pay in 2025
AFL-CIO Report Shows Top CEOs Made 312 Times Workers’ Pay in 2025...continued and pay their electric bills. But there’s a better economy we can build for working people. That’s why the labor movement will continue to fight for every worker to have a union contract that begins to level the playing field and ensures they take home the share of the profit they create. And it’s why we are spending every day until November organizing and mobilizing 16 million union voters to elect pro-worker politicians who will
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New research shows S&P 500 CEOs received $22.8 million on average in 2025, a 21% increase from the previous year, while working people struggle to make ends meet. (Washington, D.C.)—S&P 500 CEOs took home an average pay of $22.8 million in 2025 and made 312 times the wage of the median U.S. worker, up from 285 times in 2024, the AFLCIO’s 2026 Executive Paywatch report showed. While working Americans are struggling over every bill, every purchase and every paycheck, corporate CEOs are doing better than ever. The AFL-CIO’s annual report analyzes new data on growing pay disparity between S&P 500 CEOs and the workers who make their companies profitable. Thanks to a 21% increase over the previous year, this year’s report shows the highest-ever level of executive compensation in three decades of tracking—not including Elon Musk’s $158.3 billion pay package, who became a trillionaire this year—a figure so high it would have skewed the data on its own. Key findings include: Factoring in Musk’s $158.3 billion Tesla pay package, the average S&P CEO pay exploded to $340.1 million in annual salary, a 1,700% increase from 2024. Musk’s total compensation alone was 2,522,203 times the median Tesla worker’s pay in 2025.
President Trump returned to the White House and cashed in on $2.2 billion in income in 2025—almost a 254% increase from what he received in 2024. The median U.S. worker would need 43,154 years to earn what Trump made in his first year back in office. Workers’ share of U.S. national income fell to its lowest level since World War II. While their bosses rake in millions, workers at Amazon, Dollar Tree, FedEx, McDonald’s and Walmart are among the highest users of public assistance, relying on programs like Medicaid and SNAP to make ends meet. As CEOs gave themselves a 21% raise, 16% of adults cannot pay all their bills in full, 26% skipped medical care due to cost, 37% do not have enough cash to cover a $400 emergency expense and 23% of renters fell behind on their rent in the past year. “As shown in our latest Paywatch report, executive compensation has reached a new, shameful high,” said AFLCIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond. “Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire. Donald Trump raked in over $2 billion since the 2024 election. Meanwhile, working Americans are struggling to feed their kids continued in next 2 columns
work for us, not wealthy CEOs.” The full report and findings can be viewed at paywatch.org. The Executive Paywatch database includes CEO compensation data filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and collected by CSuiteComp.com for more than 3,800 corporations. Additional information about the methodology of this research can be found here. https://aflcio. org/paywatch/terms-and-datasources
Kimberlé Crenshaw: A Voice for Justice Education/Opinion
THE POSITIVE COMMUNITY — Kimberlé Crenshaw is an American civil rights scholar, lawyer, and professor known for developing the concept of intersectionality. This framework explains how different forms of discrimination can overlap, affecting people in distinct ways, particularly evident in her legal scholarship concerning Black women. Kimberlé Crenshaw is an American civil rights scholar, lawyer, and professor whose work has profoundly influenced the way people understand race, gender, and inequality. She is best known for developing the concept of intersectionality, a framework that explains how different forms of discrimination can overlap and affect people in distinct ways. Crenshaw was born in Canton, Ohio, and went on to earn degrees from Cornell University, Harvard Law School, and the University of Wisconsin Law School. Her academic and legal
career has focused heavily on civil rights and the experiences of people who face discrimination because of multiple aspects of their identity. The idea of intersectionality became particularly important through Crenshaw’s legal scholarship. She argued that traditional approaches to discrimination sometimes treated race and gender as separate issues, making it difficult to recognize the experiences of Black women, who could face discrimination specifically because they were both Black and women. Crenshaw introduced the term “intersectionality” in her influential 1989 legal article examining the experiences of Black women in employment discrimination cases. Her argument was that the law needed to recognize how different systems of discrimination could intersect rather than examining each form of discrimination in isolation. One of her important examples involved Black women whose experiences could not be adequately understood by looking only at discrimination against Black people or continued in next 2 columns
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Kimberlé Crenshaw: A Voice for Justice... continued discrimination against women. Their experiences occupied an intersection where race and gender could operate together, creating forms of discrimination that might otherwise remain invisible. Crenshaw’s work eventually expanded beyond academic law journals and became part of broader conversations about social justice, feminism, civil rights, and public policy. The concept of intersectionality is now used in universities, nonprofit organizations, journalism, and discussions about inequality throughout the world. She has also been an important voice in examining the ways the legal system can overlook vulnerable communities. Her scholarship encourages policymakers and institutions to consider people whose experiences may fall outside traditional categories used to understand discrimination. Crenshaw has taught at leading law schools, including UCLA School of Law and Columbia Law School. Through teaching,
writing, public speaking, and activism, she has helped generations of students and advocates think more deeply about the relationship between law, race, gender, and power. She also helped establish the African American Policy Forum, an organization that addresses issues involving racial justice, gender equality, and social policy. Through this work, Crenshaw has continued to connect academic research with public discussions about inequality and social change. K i m b e r l é C r e n s h a w ’s legacy extends far beyond the legal concept she introduced. Intersectionality has given people a language for discussing experiences that can be difficult to describe when race, gender, class, and other social forces overlap. Her work has challenged institutions to look more carefully at people who can become invisible when society examines inequality through only one lens. Based on reporting by The Positive Community.
What Insurance Adjusters Don’t Want You to Do After a Car Accident...continued from page 6 services and police officers. Do this rather than solely relying on the insurance company to gather accurate, unbiased records. Don’t Disassemble/Repair Damaged Items Before You Adequately Document Them Injuries suffered during a car accident, whether physical or otherwise, can cause significant property damage. Don’t dispose of anything until all of the damage has been documented. This includes: Vehicle damage photos Repair quotes Towing receipt/document Photographs of damaged personal items These types of documents can aid in substantiating an individual’s request for financial compensation. Keep Your Medical Records Up to Date and Accurate The medical records you accumulate from seeing doctors can help to show the causal relationship between your injuries and the car accident. Your personal injury lawyer will need them to effectively illustrate the severity of the damages caused by the wreck. If you are experiencing persistent symptoms, you need to act quickly. For instance, some people ask, “How long does neck pain last after a car accident?” The answer to this question may enable you to determine whether continuing treatment and documentation will help to support your claim. Beware of Statements and Decisions That Can Reduce Your Payment
Frequently Asked Questions Can Weather Impact How Your Insurance Company Handles Your Claim? Yes. Rainy weather, poor lighting in foggy conditions, or poor driving on an icy road can impact who is at fault. What Happens If the Other Driver Is Not Insured? You could have assistance through your own Insurance. “Uninsured motorist protection” can pay for damages and injuries due to another driver who does not carry liability Insurance. Will What You Said to Your Friends Help Your Case? Yes. What passengers tell about the wreck (how fast the cars were going or whether or not either car made a stop sign/stop light) can provide evidence supporting your account of what occurred. Can Posts and Pictures on Facebook or Twitter Harm Your Case? Yes. Photographs and comments on social media can both be used against you when determining if you suffered injuries from the crash. Why Do Insurance Companies Ask So Many Questions on Claim Forms? They do it to gather information and compare the data provided. Small discrepancies within the information provided could potentially cause issues.
Here are some things to consider when deciding whether to give a recorded statement:
Can You Seek Compensation for Injuries You Developed After the Accident?
Only talk about the things you know. You cannot speculate on any part of the accident. Look over anything given to you by the other parties involved prior to answering their questions. If there is something you do not know, ask them to explain it again. A good auto accident attorney can guide you as to what to expect from your rights while giving a recorded statement.
Yes. There are instances where injuries do not develop immediately after being involved in an accident.
Think Thoroughly Before Agreeing to Settle There is no need to agree to a settlement right away. Many accidents have long-term consequences that may take several weeks or even months to show up. This includes medical bills, lost wages, and future treatment costs.
Protect Your Right to Fair Compensation After a Car Accident Being involved in a car accident is traumatic enough on its own. But luckily, there are many things you can do to ensure that the process goes as smoothly as possible. Each of these steps will help to protect your claim for money damages and increase the likelihood that you receive what you deserve. Support trusted reporting that will help Black drivers and families learn about their rights related to accident incidents and other important consumer protection issues.
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”It is both an honor and a responsibility to step into the Presidency of the Black Culture Foundation. I'm committed to ensuring Black Culture Foundation continues to be a homefor culture, community, and connection for generations to come,” said Christen Irving. Riverside, CA - The Black Culture Foundation today announced a leadership transition, with Carl M. Dameronstepping down as president and Christen Irving advancing to the role, effective July 15, 2026. Dameron, who has led the Foundation for two years, cited ongoing health challenges as the reason for the transition. Despite stepping away from the day-today role, Dameron will remain deeply involved as an advisor to the organization. Serving as President of the Black Culture Foundation has been one of the greatest honors of my life," Dameron said. "Together, we brought back our historic Black History Parade after a several-year hiatus, reigniting the very spirit that launched our organization in 1968. While my role must change, my commitment to our mission remains unbreakable." The Foundation's Board of Directors has approved a complete slate of officers to lead the organization into its nextchapter: President: Christen Irving; Vice President: Joseph "JPash" Patrick; Secretary: Aicheria Bell; returningboard members are Media Director: Ezekiel Adelek; Treasurer: Dolores Armstead. Bronica Martindale continues her role as Black Rose Committee Chair, overseeing the Black Rose Awards. Russel Ward remains the Black Culture Parade Chair, responsible for organizing the annual parade celebrating Blackculture and heritage. Vickie Davies returns as Festival Chair, leading efforts to coordinate festival activities, performances, and community engagement. Irving previously served as
Secretary and brings extensive professional experience as the head of her own business consulting firm, Irving Media Consultants, specializing in project management and fundraising for small businesses. Dameron expressed full confidence in the new leadership team. "Christen has already proven her dedication through outstanding service as our Secretary," Dameron said. "She brings vibrant youth, an undeniable passion for our culture, and a phenomenal team of professionals. Backed by this exceptional slate, I am entirely confident that this team possesses the modern vision, strategic expertise, anddeep-rooted commitment required to elevate the Black Culture Foundation to historic new heights.” ”It is both an honor and a responsibility to step into the Presidency of the Black Culture Foundation. Our history is our foundation, but our future is what we build together, and I'm committed to ensuring Black Culture Foundation continues to be a home for culture, community and connection for generations to come,” said Irving. The 34th Black Rose Awards are Saturday, September 12, at the Santos Manuel Student Union at California State University, San Bernardino. The 47th annual Black History parade is Saturday, February 7, on Baseline Avenue in San Bernardino from Mt. Vernon to Arroyo High School. The Black Culture Foundation, founded in 1968, is dedicated to celebrating and promoting African American culture, history, and community empowerment.
Gov. Newsom Announces New AI Tools to Track Extreme Heat and Simplify Tax Filing and State Hiring Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Gov. Gavin Newsom is highlighting new technology and efficiency initiatives designed to modernize California government, including artificial intelligence tools for state employees, an extreme heat tracking system, faster hiring and simplified tax filing for small businesses. The initiatives come one year since Newsom signed an executive order directing state agencies to identify new ways to improve government operations. The administration is presenting the efforts as an alternative to broad cuts, arguing that
technology and innovation can make government more efficient while improving services for Californians. “Government should work for the people, and that means making it more efficient, more effective, and more engaged,” said Newsom. “We’re not just changing the way government operates — we’re changing the way Californians experience their government, with better services, more innovation, and more voice.” continued in next 2 columns
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Gov. Newsom Announces New AI Tools to Track Extreme Heat and Simplify Tax Filing and State Hiring...continued Under a new partnership with Anthropic, California state agencies can access Claude as an AI productivity tool at a 50% discounted rate, along with workforce training and technical assistance. The Department of Motor Vehicles is using Claude to improve customer service and reduce wait times, while other agencies are applying it to health care workflows and cybersecurity. The state is also expanding CalHeatScore, which translates extreme temperatures into risk information that agencies and community organizations can use for emergency planning, alerts and public communications. The Office of Emergency Services now incorporates live CalHeatScore data into its statewide dashboard. For small businesses, the California Department of Tax
and Fee Administration’s Quick File tool allows eligible taxpayers to complete annual sales tax returns in less than two minutes. The administration said 15,000 taxpayers used the tool during its first peak filing period, resulting in 70% faster filing and 900 hours saved. California is also expanding a “pooled hiring” model that combines vacancies across agencies into a single job posting. A pilot involving four agencies reduced the time spent screening and interviewing applicants by 75%, according to the administration. The initiatives are part of Newsom’s broader push to use technology, data and innovation to improve government services while maintaining safeguards for privacy, safety and civil liberties, according to the governor’s office.
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is one of my favorite cities of all time! I love the big city urban elegance and modern vibe it offers. I recently stayed there in a short-term rental at the Cork Factory Apartment complex in the strip district. The luxury apartments are renovated from an old cork factory and sit right on the Monongahela River. The property is stunning with a swimming pool, gas grills, fitness center, pool tables, and sleek modern sitting areas inside and outdoors. An amazing experience with the river glistening and offering a cool vibe. There is a new restaurant right across the street from the Cork Factory apartments called Artia’s. Serving delicious food, interesting cocktails, and a view of the city. The Bourbon Maple Glazed Pot Roast with smashed redskins, vegetable gravy was comforting and yummy. Paired with a California merlot, the perfect meal. Pittsburgh is a walkable city, and the Pittsburgh Regional Transit is free to ride. A five-minute walk from my short-term rental at the Cork Factory is a big fresh market. The fish mongers were wearing white coats and selling fish. A garden center is attached with fresh fruits, plants, herbs, and produce. Across town is The Carnegie Museum of Natural History, a natural history museum. It was founded by Pittsburgh industrialist Andrew Carnegie in 1896. Housing some 22 million specimens and featuring vignettes with full sized polar bears, antelope, grizzly bears, and dinosaur skeleton exhibits. There are several floors to visit and rock collections from all over
the globe. I really liked the cafe on the main floor, wine by the glass, salads, unique sandwiches, and pastries at great prices. You can eat outside and watch the water falls that spring up from the ground. Waterfalls are all over the exterior of the museum and along with a lifetime of memories. I also went to the Bird Aviary, which is the largest in America. Very educational and bird shows indoors for the entire family. There are rare birds on exhibit and interactive events with a separate ticket price. There is a small cafe in the lobby of the Bird Aviary with sandwiches and soft drinks. Absolutely no shortage of restaurants in downtown Pittsburgh, Pa. a mecca of bars, pubs, and fine dining establishments. With live bands on weekends and evenings, along with pop up fairs. Rivers Casino is located in the North Shore district of Pittsburgh and features a 400,000-squarefoot gaming and entertainment. Its beautiful and offers great restaurants with something for everyone as far as food choices. Another walkable property near museums and public transportation. The city has turned old factories into museums, boutiques, and apartments; I truly admire this type of innovation and preservation. The Monongahela River, sometimes referred to locally as the Mon, is a 130-mile-long river on the Allegheny Plateau in north-central West Virginia and Southwestern Pennsylvania. Monongahela is a Native American term from the Unami (Lenape) language meaning "falling banks".