SB American News Week Ending 11/13

Vol. 50 No. 29

November 7, 2019 - November 13, 2019

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 words or with both. The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance of those whom they suppress. —Fredrick Douglass (1849)

Racial profiling remains a daily dilemma for LAPD New report cites evidence of police bias

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Remembering Congressman Elijah Cummings and the journey still ahead By Charlene Crowell

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Whites are caught with illegal drugs more often. However, according to the new analysis, Whites were more likely to be found with drugs, weapons and other illicit articles, at 20 percent of all searches, whereas Blacks were only at 17 percent and Latinx at 16 percent. The count included both pat-down and vehicle searches. The “Brothers, Sons, Selves” coalition’s manager, David Turner, remembered when his father told him to fear the cops, but didn’t understand why until an officer held a gun to him during a random traffic stop. By Isabell Rivera, OW Contributor

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Although crime in Los Angeles has somewhat decreased over the years, certain areas—such as South Los Angeles—have witnessed an increase. And with high crime comes high police activity. The issue Since racial diversity between Whites and persons of color is practically non-existent in certain neighborhoods, the targets of police detainments/arrests are mostly people of color. Being at the wrong place, at the wrong time, and wearing the wrong colored clothes, or just being in the car, waiting for the traffic light to switch, or having broken headlights, might all be reasons to be stopped by the police. However, the color of someone’s skin might just be enough of a reason to look like a suspect. According to a new LA Times analysis, more than 20 percent of vehicle stops that involved African Americans were for equipment violation, such as a broken taillight or tinted windows were the reasons, compared to 11 percent of Whites who were stopped. Those types of violations can serve as a motive for the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) to look for more that isn’t as obvious at first glance. Those so-called “pretextual traffic stops” are legal but are taken with a grain of salt; since critics say that it gives law enforcement too much freedom to decide based on instinct versus

evidence. Metro Division under scrutiny One division of the LAPD has been under scrutiny: the elite Metropolitan (Metro) division. They are trained to perform various tasks in regard to diverse crime-fighting duties, such as surveillance, counter terrorism, as well as crowd control. Recently, they’ve been assisting the South Bureau to help fight crimes associated with gangs and drugs. “We’re trying to stop drive-by shootings,” Capt. Jonathan Tippet of Metro told the LA Times. “If we’re not here, it’s going to have a negative impact and allow people to go back to committing crime. If we’re not here to keep the peace, we’re going to have bloodshed.” The problem is that the “stopand-frisk” procedures mostly happen to people of color. In a city that is just 9 percent Black, 49 percent of the drivers stopped by the Metro division were Black. “African-Americans were not the quote-unquote target. And that’s my concern with the data point and how it’s being interpreted — that we just went out looking for African Americans,” LAPD Chief Michel Moore said. “That’s not what crime suppression was involved in.” Statistics of other races that were stopped by Metro: Latinx at 44 percent, account for 49 percent of the city’s population. Whites on the other hand, accounted for less than 4 percent of the drivers

stopped but are 28-percent city population. Whites are caught with illegal drugs more often. However, according to the new analysis, Whites were more likely to be found with drugs, weapons and other illicit articles, at 20 percent of all searches, whereas Blacks were only at 17 percent and Latinx at 16 percent. The count included both pat-down and vehicle searches. The “Brothers, Sons, Selves” coalition’s manager, David Turner, remembered when his father told him to fear the cops, but didn’t understand why until an officer held a gun to him during a random traffic stop. “We’re watching all these movies, all these things that glorify law enforcement, we’re thinking they’re cool, but my dad [told me] ‘We need to be afraid,’” Turner said in an interview. “This is because of the things he experienced here as a Black man in Los Angeles. That trauma he had, he passed to my sister and I.” According to the LA Times, the LAPD’s former constitutional policing advisor, Arif Alikhan, said that the conducted analysis doesn’t account for the difficulties a police officer has in gauging the situation. “We don’t pull people over based on race. We’re not supposed to do that,” Alikhan said. “It’s illegal. It’s unconstitutional. And that’s not the basis [on which] we do it.” Alberto Retana, president of

Community Coalition, wasn’t surprised by the data, and gave a statement on behalf of the social justice coalition PUSH-LA, which stands for Promoting Unity Safety & Health Los Angeles, that advocates to reform policing. “To communities of color across Los Angeles, the article’s data is unfortunately unsurprising and verifies what we know to be true about the racial profiling happening by the LAPD. These vehicle searches are just the tip of the iceberg as the LAPD also has a long track record of aggressively searching the homes and schools of people of color,” Retana said. “This clear evidence of racial profiling has many harmful implications for Black and Brown families, including emotional and material impact when they get unjustly tangled in the mass incarceration system. Activists demand ‘real reform’ “The LAPD’s response that they don’t pull over and search people based on race should be met with heavy skepticism, especially given that of the 385,000 stops analyzed by the Times report, three quarters of them involved Black and Latinx people,” Retana continued. “Our community members in South LA and other overpoliced communities are terrified of the police and don’t feel protected or served. We want real reform and the PUSH LA ‘Reimagine Protect and Serve’ coalition will be sending a letter to Mayor Garcetti and Chief Moore with three key demands.” The purpose The first mission that’s on the LAPD’s agenda is the prevention of crime—especially gang-related crimes. In 2015, Mayor Garcetti and then-Chief Charlie Beck executed the “traffic stop and search” method to combat gang violence – mostly shootings – in South LA. And since most gangs in South LA are Black, people of color (continued on page 6)

Madeline Farlow Speaks on Goal Setting to Beautillion Knights Community News

The nationally televised October 25 funeral services for the late Congressman Elijah E. Cummings, paused partisan debates and revealed how a son of Baltimore worked tirelessly for his constituents and for this nation. In the days since his home-going, I have marveled at how his life’s work somehow brought together officials who held firm to their stark political divides but united to honor a man who believed that everyone deserved a fair chance at all America had to offer. Even in death he broke yet another barrier by becoming the first Black Member of Congress to lie in state at the Capitol Rotunda. This singular and posthumous honor was true testament to his 12 years as a Member of Congress, and the preceding 14 years he served in Maryland’s House of Delegates, where he became the first Black in the state’s history to be named Speaker Pro Tempore. To all who worshiped or wept at his passing, perhaps now is the time to remember how he lived, valiantly fighting for the promises of America and the belief that as a country, we could and should rise to right the wrongs for this and future generations. From civil rights to housing, consumer protections, gun violence, and more, Elijah Cummings used his powerful voice and influence to forge progressive changes across life’s many dimensions, notably by his early and strong advocacy for consumer financial rights. "For consumers, he was the voice who championed reforms to protect families from abusive payday lenders, predatory forprofit colleges, and housing discrimination,” noted Nikitra Bailey an EVP with the Center for Responsible Lending. “His legacy is a shining example of what public service ought to be— a fighter for truth, justice, and fairness.” In 2011 during the nation’s foreclosure crisis, Congressman Cummings called for the House Oversight Committee to use its subpoena powers to secure answers from mortgage lenders on practices that affected civilians and servicemembers alike. At the time as Ranking Member of this key committee, Cummings told POLITICO, “The thing that disturbs me is that not all of Congress understands how serious this problem is.”

In the aftermath of the 2015 Freddie Gray homicide, Rep. Cummings walked the streets of Baltimore using a bull horn to call for peace. Speaking to the spate of violence surrounding Gray’s death, Congressman Cummings said, “The American people have had enough, and so have I.” At Gray’s funeral services the Congressman spoke again adding, “I’ve often said, our children are the living messages we send to a future we will never see,” he said. “But now our children are sending us to a future they will never see. The following year, 2016, he teamed with Senator Elizabeth Warren to call for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to increase its oversight of nonbank mortgage lenders whose market share of mortgage originations was growing but were not federally regulated as banks, credit unions and other lenders were. Among the concerns cited in a joint letter to then CFPB Director Richard Cordray were consumer risks in a still-volatile mortgage market, as well as the role of mortgage servicers. In ensuing years and despite deteriorating health, Congressman Cummings remained diligent in his pursuit of justice in other policy areas as well. This March he joined Oregon Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici to co-sponsor the SAFE Lending Act (Stopping Abuse and Fraud in Electronic Lending), a measure designed to address many of the worst abuses of predatory online payday lenders. “In recent years, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has turned its back on consumers being targeted by payday predators,” said Cummings this spring. “Our constituents, and consumers everywhere, deserve protection from payday lenders and rogue internet-based lenders who prey on hardworking Americans struggling to make ends meet.” He also returned to voting rights this year. As Chair of the House Oversight Committee, his fierce opposition to voter suppression led to an investigation into allegations of voter suppression in states where voters reported difficulties in the 2018 midterm elections. Voting restrictions resulting from a June 2013 U.S. Supreme Court decision (continued on page 3)

Our Values, Mission, & Vision Statement

Front (L/R): Ms. Madeline Farlow, Dylan Mack Back (L/R): Kameron Brantley, Amari Osonduagwuike & Andrew Mitchell Ms. Madeline Farlow, one of the community leaders and employee of the Employment Development Department spent time with Social Lites, Inc. of San Bernardino Beautillion Knights on a beautiful

fall afternoon on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at the Center for Youth and Community Development. Ms. Farlow addressed goal setting, importance of professional

L/R: Kuzari Osonduagwuike, Thomas Ward, Amari Osonduagwuike, Dylan Mack, Andrew Mitchell, Kameron Brantley, Auston Malone, Dyvon Brown, Emmanuelle Ward, and Chance Ward appearance and role-playing with the participants in soliciting for ads for scholarships. The 53rd Beautillion Scholarship 2019-2020 program under the leadership of Mrs. Tina

Darling, Beautillion Chairperson is now in progress. Its’ not too late for young men seeking scholarship opportunities to participate in this scholarship and (continued on page 2)

Our Values: Treat all people with care, respect, honor, and dignity. Tell it as it is with love, truth and integrity. Promote the interests of advertisers and sponsors along their strategic interest for the betterment of the community and beyond. Speak truth to power. Our Mission: To continuously improve communication between all people of the world. Our Vision: To be the best community newspaper in our region and the nation. Provider of: A voice for the poor, the underserved, those that are marginalized, Positive and edifying news about people, places and businesses. Keep San Bernardino, Riverside, and Los Angeles Counties informed about global trends while retaining the consciousness of local events and processes. Memberships and Associations: The San Bernardino American Newspaper is a member of the California Newspaper Publishers Association, National Newspaper Association and addociated with California Black Media.

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November 7, 2019

COMMUNITY/EDUCATION/ADVERTISING

SBCUSD Community Gathering for Excellence PRECINCT REPORTER NEWS GROUP — Business and community leaders, educators and students are gearing up for one of the biggest gatherings of the year for the San Bernardino Unified School District to get more students linked to real-world work experience. On Wednesday, November 13, an expected 1,000 business professionals and local leaders will come together to strategize career options and more opportunities for students through paid internships.

Once Homeless Herself, This Entrepreneur Has Helped More Than 600 Families Become Homeowners Community News

By Dianne Anderson Business and community leaders, educators and students are gearing up for one of the biggest gatherings of the year for the San Bernardino Unified School District to get more students linked to real-world work experience. On Wednesday, November 13, an expected 1,000 business professionals and local leaders will come together to strategize career options and more opportunities for students through paid internships. The Community Gathering for Excellence event, in partnership with San Bernardino County, runs from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the National Orange Show Events Center. RSVP is required by October 28. Linda Bardere, school district spokesperson, said the goal of the event is to reach potential employers and increase awareness of how the internships can benefit students, as well as their businesses. Each year, students rush to get their applications into the internship program, and regional businesses are stepping up to accommodate them. “They are getting really qualified students who are eager and have an opportunity to work in an actual workplace to use what they have learned in the

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classroom and apply it to a work setting,” she said. Employers and leaders will meander through a showcase of high school exhibits that exemplifies students’ interests and abilities. The hope is that the diversity of talent will catch the employer’s attention as they view the display. “It will give employers or business owners an opportunity to see the skill sets the students are bringing and match that with the needs of the business. The schools will have posters of the types of internships they want for their students,” Bardere said. Last year, the emphasis on the annual gathering targeted parents was to spotlight potential hires and the many career pathways possible for their students. That event was a great success. This year, they are hoping to

cast a wider net to businesses for the students. Many career choices and exciting fields are also accessible for students that are not STEMbased, science, engineering or math-intensive. “We have a very successful teaching academy at Arroyo Valley High School, we have a business academy at San Bernardino High, and [opportunities in] public safety,” she said. The featured speaker for the event is Dr. Suzan LeVine, former U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein, and current commissioner for Washington State Employment Security Department. Her husband, Eric, is a co-keynote presenter, who also has extensive work in the same area. Several other community partners will participate, including

Cal State San Bernardino, Loma Linda University, and the San Bernardino Community Colleges. Bardere said the San Bernardino County Workforce Development Board Career GenerationGo! Career Pathways program helped jump-start efforts to get local students hired as interns. Now, students are showing great success through the proven model. “It allows them to develop basic soft skills, being on time and dressing professionally. An opportunity to hone in on soft skills to be great employees, and interact in certain professions to see if it is something that they are interested in pursuing,” she said. The internships also broaden the student’s awareness of the types of careers that they may be interested in, and some that they may not have considered before. So far, the district has targeted community and business leaders to attend the event, but they may have additional seating available for the community at large as the event draws near. “We are going to be watching our numbers for RSVP. There is a good chance we will open it up to more people in the community as November gets closer,” she said. This article originally appeared in The Precinct Reporter News Group.

San Bernardino Police Department Donates to Mentor Program San Bernardino Police Department Donates to Mentor Program Community News

San Bernardino— 10/31/19 — San Bernardino Police Department donated to Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy (YVYLA), to help give support to their S.A.M. Program, which stands for Student Achievement Mentor Program. The Department continually strives in its commitment to the prevention of crime, the identification and apprehension of those who violate the rights of others, the preservation of peace within the community, and a safe environment for its citizens. A donation of $10,000.00 was donated to the Young Visionaries SAM Program. Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy’s Student Achievement Mentoring (SAM) is a program designed to address and reduce suspensions through effective implementation of positive behavior support systems. SAM is a goal-oriented program designed to support the educational and professional aspirations of all students. The Program seeks to increase the completion of developmental courses, retention and graduation rates. To accomplish this, the program increases exposure to educational, professional, and civic opportunities. The Student Achievement Mentoring Program through mentoring works to: • Improved Self Confidence and Self Esteem • Increase Motivation • Broaden horizons and experience of students • Raise Achievements and Aspirations • Build Relationships • Establish Employment Development Skills • Support to Graduation The City of San Bernardino is home to a diverse and prominently minority population: 66% Hispanic, 14% African American, 13% White, 4% Asian, and 3% other. 23% percent of the population is foreign-born. In San Bernardino, the 2016 median household income was

Nationwide — 8 years ago, Princess Butler was homeless and struggling with debt, but now she is the CEO & founder of Financial Advantage Solutions which has helped more than 600 families around the country become – not just homeowners – but also debtfree. Princess was raised by her grandparents who adopted her from a hospital when she was just 2-days old. Sadly though, by January 2013, both of her grandparents had died, and she became homeless. Her credit score was in the low 300s, and she kept getting denied for home loans. Even worse, she was a single mother who suffered from ovarian cancer. So, she ended up sleeping in her car for two years, but she remained determined to have a better future. Later in life, she got a break and was able to turn everything around. Not only did she figure out how to repair her own credit so that she could buy a home, she

also decided to launch her own company, Financial Advantage Solutions, so that she can help others do the same. “There are a lot of people in the world that are struggling with debt and want to be financially free,” she comments. “It’s a passion of mine to be able to help individuals and guide them to a successful, debt-free and happy life. I always give the best advice when it comes to financial freedom. We have several programs to ensure individuals will get the help they need.” Her company’s program is truly designed to make a difference in local communities and around the nation, and her own personal life story is proof that the program works. For more details about Financial Advantage Solutions, visit https://myfss.co Also, follow her company on Facebook@FinancialAdvantageSolution or her personal Facebook page @Princess1stLady

Madeline Farlow Speaks on Goal Setting to Beautillion Knights...continued from page 1 personal development program. Community leaders who have spent time with participants include Dr. Samuel Gibbs, Mr. Richard Blacksher, Dr. Rose Culpepper and Bessine Little, City Council Woman, 6th Ward. Weekly meetings are on Saturdays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Center for Youth & Community Development (formerly Boys and Girls Club of San Bernardino) located at 1180

W. 9th Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411. The program will commence on March 28, 2020 at the National Orange Show of San Bernardino. For more information, please telephone chairperson, Mrs. Tina Darling at tribicu2@msn.com or Ms. Lisa Blacksher, President at lisasocialities@gmail.com or Mrs. Bettye Brewster, Business Manager,bettyebrewster@yahoo.com

San Bernardino Valley College Offering Film Studies Classes in November Monthly labs to K-12 students and community give insight into the art of filmmaking Educational News

San Bernardino Police donated check to the Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy in the amount of $10,000. $39,472, compared to $63,783 for the State. Unemployment has remained above both state and national levels since the 2008 financial crisis, and the 2018 unemployment rate for the City was 5%, compared to 3.9% for the county, 4.6% for the state, and 4.1% for the United States. Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy has large annual outreach events for the San Bernardino community. For example, February, “Hearts for Hygiene” at this event YVYLA collects 200 bags of hygiene and distribute them to the youth in our programs that need hygiene. June is Young Visionaries Annual Youth Conference, this conference average up to 300 youth in attendance. The month of August the youth group has an

annual “2000 Backpack and School Supplies” giveaway, the month of November is a Thanksgiving event giving out 1000 Thanksgiving Turkeys and boxes of food to 1000 families in need. During the month of December for Christmas YVYLA has their annual 1000 Toy giveaway to 1000 community youth. “We would like to Thank the San Bernardino Police Department for their generous donation and recognizing the need in our community” says Terrance Stone, CEO and Founder of Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy. About Young Visionaries Youth leadership Academy Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy is an award winning nonprofit organization

proudly serving the youth of San Bernardino County since 2001. The organization’s purpose is to help enrich the lives of young people through life building activities and instruction in the areas of education, employment, health, mentoring, and community service. Since its founding YVYLA has provided services and resources to over 45,000 community youth with training in a number of subjects; academic development, violence prevention, employment development, leadership and life skills development, and teen pregnancy prevention to name a few, in addition to delivering some of the area’s most memorable events for youth entertainment. www.yvylaie.org

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) is giving K-12 students and the community a glimpse into the art of filmmaking with its monthly lab series. The Inland Empire Media Academy (IEMA) series was developed to help students find their voice and develop an appreciation for the art and craft of film and visual storytelling. Labs, free to elementary, junior and high school students and $15 for members of the community, are held on Saturdays and participants can expect to receive a broader knowledge of film, TV and media production. "This is a great way to learn about everything that goes into making a movie or TV show right here in San Bernardino," said IEMA Director and SBVC Radio, Television and Film (RTVF)

Instructor Lucas Cuny. "It also gives people a chance to work with state-of-the-art technology and learn about the RTVF program here at SBVC." In the final lab of 2018, SBVC presents "Experimental Film" on November 16. This lab, taught by SBVC's Miguel Tarango, explores abstract and experimental films, new ways of thinking regarding content creation and expression and allows students to implement their visions using found footage. The series goes dark in December and restarts in January 2020. All labs are from 1-5 pm in SBVC's Media and Communications Building, Room 142. Registration is at valleycollege.edu/academiccareer-programs/degreescertificates/radio-television-film/ film-festival/index.php.

The San Bernardino AMERICAN News Staff Samuel Martin Sr.-Founder Clifton Harris/Editor in Chief/Investigative Reporter Mary Martin-Harris/Editor Clifton B. Harris/Audio Engineering Editor Legal /Display Advertising & Sales (909) 889-7677 The San Bernardino American News was established May 8,1969. A legally adjudicated newspaper of general circulation on September 30, 1971, case number 153913 by the Superior Court, of San Bernardino County. The San Bernardino AMERICAN News, a division of Don Roberto Group, Inc. is published every Thursday by Mary Martin-Harris and Clifton Harris P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393, Telephone (909)889-7677, Emails: msbamericannews@gmail.com sbamericannews@gmail.com The San Bernardino AMERICAN News subscription rate is $58.00 per year. The San Bernardino AMERICAN New is committed to serving its readers by presenting news, unbiased and objective, trusting in the mature judgment of the readers and, in so doing strive to achieve a united community. News releases appearing in the San Bernardino AMERICAN News do not necessarily express the policy nor the opinion of the publishers. The San Bernardino AMERICAN News reserves the right to edit or rewrite all news releases.

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November 7, 2019

WORLD GOVERNMENT/BUSINESS/ADVERTISING

U.S. Census Bureau is Hiring

Gwen Ifill Immortalized with Postal Service Forever Stamp

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Working for the census will allow you to help out your community and earn money at the same time. The U.S. Census helps determine each state’s representation in Congress, how funds are spent for schools, hospitals, and roads, By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia and provides information to guide many decisions made by government agencies, private businesses and institutions. State/Government News

The Census is recruiting now due to the process of getting future employees through training and other screening processes It’s time for that once-every-10years job opportunity! If you are looking to earn extra income for your household, you may want to consider becoming a U.S. Census worker. To prepare for the 2020 census, the U.S. Census Bureau is hiring thousands of recruits to work temporary jobs across the nation. Working for the census will allow you to help out your community and earn money at the same time. The U.S. Census helps determine each state’s representation in Congress, how funds are spent for schools, hospitals, and roads, and

provides information to guide many decisions made by government agencies, private businesses and institutions. Jobs within the census vary from working in the field canvassing, updating maps, doing follow-up interviews with citizens in your community, or working in an office as a clerk doing administrative tasks or office operation supervisor who oversees the field staff. The Census is recruiting now due to the process of getting future employees through training and other screening processes. The majority of these

East Hampton Police Officer Steps Down After Civil Rights Group Exposes Links to ‘Proud Boys’ Political Government News

The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law has been conducting a nationwide inquiry into law enforcement with known ties to white supremacist and other organizations with bigoted views. During its investigation, the Lawyers’ Committee presented evidence to Chief Dennis Woessner regarding the association and membership of one of the Department’s police officers with the Proud Boys. Proud Boys is a male-chauvinist group with ties to white nationalism whose members regularly engage in violence. After calling for his removal, the officer stepped down. Kristen Clarke, president and executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law issued the following statement: “Officer Wilcox's resignation following our exposure of his membership in the Proud Boys is an important step in ensuring African Americans and other communities of color have faith in their local law enforcement.” She continued, “White supremacists and others holding bigoted views infiltrating

law enforcement is a national crisis and must be part of the strategy for confronting escalating levels of hate crime in our country. About the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, was formed in 1963 at the request of President John F. Kennedy to involve the private bar in providing legal services to address racial discrimination. Now in its 56th year, the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is continuing its quest to “Move America Toward Justice.” The principal mission of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law is to secure, through the rule of law, equal justice for all, particularly in the areas of criminal justice, fair housing and community development, economic justice, educational opportunities, and voting rights. For more information, please visit www.lawyerscommittee.org.

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces $37.5 Million Comprehensive Literacy State Development Grant State/Government News

SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced today that the California Department of Education (CDE) was awarded a $37.5 million federal Comprehensive Literacy State Development grant. The grant will provide the necessary funds to allow for the expansion of current literacy efforts statewide over the next five years. “Many of the students who are struggling with reading comprehension or are not reading at grade level are our most vulnerable students— economically disadvantaged students, English language learners, students with disabilities, and students in rural communities,” said Thurmond.

“This grant will allow us to promote and support equitable access to high-quality literacy instruction that will benefit not only our high-need students but all of our students from pre-K to high school.” The CDE is partnering with WestEd, the Region 15 Comprehensive Center, the California County Superintendents Educational Services Association, First 5, and the California Subject Matter Projects to carry out the grant’s three objectives: Build state capacity to support literacy instruction. Develop and implement a comprehensive state literacy plan. (continued in next 2 columns)

jobs begin on April 1, 2020 and end in December of 2020. To be able to work for the census you must: Be 18 years old Have a valid Social Security number Be U.S. Citizen Complete an application and answer assessment questions Register with the Selective Service System Pass a Census-performed criminal background check Commit to completing training Be available to work flexible

hours Many older Americans take on Census jobs after formal retirement from a full-time career. But if you already have a job, you can still work for the Census. Your current job cannot clash with the hours you work for the Census or create any conflicts of interest. If you’re a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S military, you may be eligible for veterans’ preference. Get more information about becoming a census worker, or apply here.https:// 2020census.gov/en/jobs/how-toapply.html

State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces $37.5 Million Comprehensive Literacy State Development Grant...continued Build local capacity to establish, align, and implement literacy initiatives. In addition to the grant partners, the CDE will establish new sustainable partnerships with local educational agencies, institutions of higher education, and early childhood agencies to coordinate statewide professional

learning and will disseminate a comprehensive statewide literacy needs assessment to local educational agencies by December 2019, which will provide vital information to assist in the development of the state literacy plan. For questions, email CLSDP@cde.ca.gov.

FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for Maria Fire State/Government News

Oakland, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the State of California in combatting the Maria Fire burning in Ventura County. On Nov. 1, 2019, the State of California submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) for the Maria Fire. At the time of the request, the fire threatened 1,800 residences in and around the communities of Santa Paula, Somis, and Saticoy, with an approximate population of 17,133. The fire also threatened 100 businesses, oil and natural gas fields, an oil pipeline, and the primary communications network for the threatened communities. Mandatory evacuations were taking place for approximately 7,500 people. The fire started on Oct. 31, 2019 and has burned in excess of 9,800

acres of state and private land. Currently, there are eight other large fires burning uncontrolled within the state. The FEMA Region IX regional administrator determined that the Maria Fire threatened such destruction as would constitute a major disaster. The state’s request was approved on Nov. 1, 2019 at 11:51 a.m. PDT. FMAGs provide federal funding for up to 75 percent of eligible firefighting costs. The Disaster Relief Fund provides funding for FMAGs through FEMA to assist in fighting fires that threaten to cause major disasters. Eligible costs covered by FMAGs can include expenses for field camps, equipment use, materials, supplies and mobilization, and demobilization activities attributed to fighting the fire.

Remembering Congressman Elijah Cummings and the journey still ahead...continued from page 1 known as Shelby County, Alabama v. Holder, Attorney General, Et Al gave nine statesAlabama, Alaska, Arizona, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas and Virginia -- the freedom to change their election laws without federal approval. This decision also applied to cities and counties in even more states. “He worked until his last breath because he believed our democracy was the highest and best expression of our collective humanity and that our nation’s diversity was our promise, not our problem,” noted his widow, Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings. The challenges that confront all

of America, but particularly people of color, must now be taken up by others – those who worked with him, and others whom the Congressman inspired. In one of his last comments in the House Oversight Committee, he left us a prophetic challenge. “When we’re dancing with the angels, the question we’ll be asked: In 2019, what did we do to make sure we kept our democracy intact? Did we stand on the sidelines and say nothing?” His beloved and departed soul is now resting. Here’s hoping people of purpose and goodwill will complete the journey towards justice for all.

The 43rd stamp in the United States Postal Service’s Black Heritage series honors Gwen Ifill, one of America’s most esteemed journalists. The stamp features a photo of Ifill taken in 2008 by photographer Robert Severi and designed by Derry Noyes, according to the Postal Service. Among the first African Americans to hold prominent positions in both broadcast and print journalism, Ifill was a trailblazer in the profession. Ifill was born on September 29, 1955, in New York. Her father, O. Urcille Ifill, Sr., served as an African Methodist Episcopal minister who hailed from Panama. Her mother, Eleanor Husbands, was from Barbados. According to Ifill’s 2012 biography and interview with The HistoryMakers, her father’s ministry required the family to live in several cities in different church parsonages throughout New England. Those stops also included Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New York, where the family resided in federally subsidized housing. Ifill’s interest in journalism was rooted in her parents’ insistence that their children gather nightly in front of the television to watch the national news, according to The HistoryMakers. In 1973, Ifill graduated from Classical High School in Springfield, Massachusetts. Four years later, she received her B.A.

The stamp features a photo of Ifill taken in 2008 by photographer Robert Severi and designed by Derry Noyes, according to the Postal Service degree in communications from Simmons College in Boston. “During her senior year, she interned at the Boston Herald American newspaper,” the biography reads. She later worked at the Baltimore Evening Sun, the Washington Post, and the New York Times before moving over to NBC News. In 1999, Ifill became the first African American woman to host a prominent political talk show on national television when she became moderator and managing editor of PBS’s Washington Week and senior political correspondent for The PBS NewsHour. Ifill died at the age of 61 on November 14, 2016. “She was the most American of success stories,” Sherrilynn Ifill, a law professor, director of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, and Gwen Ifill’s cousin told NBC News. “Her life and her work made this country better.”

USDA Invests $1.4 Billion in Rural Electric Infrastructure Improvements in 21 States Investments will Benefit 1.5 million Residents and Businesses Government News

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 2019 – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $1.4 billion in projects in 21 states (PDF, 143 KB) to build and improve rural electric infrastructure. “Modern and reliable electric infrastructure has been a cornerstone to rural prosperity since the Rural Electrification Act of 1936,” Secretary Perdue said. “This funding we are providing is critical to rural communities and reflects President Trump’s commitment to increasing prosperity across all of rural America. When rural America thrives, all of America thrives.” Background: USDA is providing financing through the Electric Loan Program. It will help build and improve 6,886 miles of line to strengthen reliability in rural areas. The loans include $255.8 million for investments in smart grid infrastructure that uses digital communications technology to detect and react to local changes in electricity usage. Among the loans announced today, Georgia’s Sawnee Electric Membership Corporation is receiving $229 million to connect 25,650 customers, and build and improve 1,275 miles of distribution line to enhance system resilience and reliability. Sawnee serves nearly 180,000 customers in seven counties north of Atlanta. The Haywood Electric Membership Corporation, which serves about 27,000 members in three southern states, is receiving a $24 million loan to connect 1,800 customers, build and upgrade 58 miles of distribution line, and build four miles of transmission line. The loan includes $750,000 to finance smart grid technologies. Haywood provides electric service to eight counties in Western North Carolina, and to portions of two counties in northeastern Georgia and South Carolina. Florida’s Peace River Electric Cooperative is receiving a $25.2 million loan to connect 3,988

customers; build and upgrade 103 miles of line; build and improve substations, switching stations and metering points; and replace 30 transmission poles. Peace River serves about 43,000 residential and small commercial customers over 3,704 miles of line in central Florida. USDA announced investments today in Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont and Wisconsin. USDA will make additional funding announcements in coming weeks. In April 2017, President Donald J. Trump established the Interagency Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity to identify legislative, regulatory and policy changes that could promote agriculture and prosperity in rural communities. In January 2018, Secretary Perdue presented the Task Force’s findings to President Trump. These findings included 31 recommendations to align the federal government with state, local and tribal governments to take advantage of opportunities that exist in rural America. Increasing investments in rural infrastructure is a key recommendation of the task force. To view the report in its entirety, please view the Report to the President of the United States from the Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity (PDF, 5.4 MB). In addition, to view the categories of the recommendations, please view the Rural Prosperity infographic (PDF, 190 KB). USDA Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities and create jobs in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov.

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Black Teen Suicide Reaches Historic Highs NNPA NEWSWIRE — Researchers in the NYU study noted that suicide is the second-leading cause of death for teens from all demographics. They found that only accidents kill more young people than suicide. By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

“Parents should take heed when they observe specific warning signs like changes in behavior, including difficulty concentrating, difficulty focusing on school or following routine activities, researching ways to kill oneself on the internet, increasing the use of alcohol or other drugs, and acting recklessly,” said Dr. Fran Walfish, a Beverly Hills family and relationship psychotherapist and the author of “The SelfAware Parent.” African American teenagers in the United States historically have had lower suicide rates than their white counterparts – until now. A new study analyzing suicide among American teens by a team led by researchers at the McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research at New York University have uncovered several troubling trends from 1991 to 2017, among Black high school students in particular. Researchers discovered that between 1991 and 2017, there has been an increase in the number of African American teens who said they had attempted suicide in the past year. Suicide rates for teenagers of other races and ethnicities either remained the same or decreased over that period. The researchers did not cite a reason for the trend. Bill Prasad, a licensed professional counselor with Contemporary Medicine Associates in Bellaire, Texas, cited what he believed are some reasons. “Lack of accessibility to mental health care, the inability to pay for medications and healthcare coverage, the lack of acceptance of mental illness among some members of the black community, and the availability of firearms,” Prasad stated. Prasad was not among the researchers involved in the study. Frank King, the so-called “Mental Health Comedian,” called the problem a “cultural phenomenon.” “Young people in these groups are less likely to share their issues

surrounding depression and thoughts of suicide with friends and family than youth in other racial and ethnic groups,” King stated. Among the answers is starting the conversation on depression and suicide in high-risk groups,” he said. “A partial answer is giving young people permission to give voice to their experiences and feelings, without recrimination, such as ‘If you were stronger in Christ this wouldn’t be happening,’ or ‘What do you have to be depressed about, we’ve given you everything. Your father and I started our life with nothing,’ and so forth,” King stated. Researchers in the NYU study noted that suicide is the secondleading cause of death for teens from all demographics. They found that only accidents kill more young people than suicide. The study also revealed that, in 2017, approximately 2,200 teens between the ages of 15 and 19 died by suicide. Researchers gathered information provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention from 198,540 high school students from 1991 to 2017. Among high school students of all demographics, 1 in 5 said they were thinking about suicide, and 1 in 10 said they had made a plan to end their lives. CNN Health reported that the study is in line with earlier research that has shown African American boys, especially younger boys between the ages

of 5 and 11, have experienced an increase in the rate of suicide deaths. In black children ages 5 to 12, the suicide rate was found to be two times higher compared with white children, according to CNN Health. The study authors found “an increased risk in reported suicide attempts among AfricanAmerican teens between 1991 and 2017, and boys saw an increase in injuries related to those attempts. That might mean that black teens were using more lethal means when attempting suicide.” They found a decline in attempts overall among teens who identified as white, Hispanic, Asian American, or Pacific Islander. “As an African American woman, suicide is prominent in our community for two reasons: we often do not know how to handle it amongst our families, and the pressures on our culture are rising,” said Sabriya Dobbins of Project Passport LLC, a company that encourages getaway retreats centered around three mental wellness areas: reflection, community and personal. “Oftentimes when a black family member says they want to take their life, the family may resort to church, belittle their response and tell them to stop overreacting, or simply assume it is not a big deal,” Dobbins stated. “African American families are taught to be tough and to hold it together because it is already ‘us against the world.’ We are taught

to put our heads down and work hard to get those degrees and move up in our careers. “This causes expectations to be too high, then depression and anxiety are heightened. Not only are black youth trying to satisfy their families and be strong, but they are trying to fight their way through a world that is not always accepting. A world where they are dying in alarming numbers in senseless crimes. It is a double edge sword.” Parents should be on the lookout for risk factors, such as a recent or severe loss like death or divorce, said Dr. Fran Walfish, a Beverly Hills family and relationship psychotherapist, author of The Self-Aware Parent. Dr. Walfish also counts as a regular expert child psychologist on CBS Television’s “The Doctors,” and she co-stars on WE TV’s, “Sexbox.” “Parents should take heed when they observe specific warning signs like changes in behavior, including difficulty concentrating, difficulty focusing on school or following routine activities, researching ways to kill oneself on the internet, increasing the use of alcohol or other drugs, and acting recklessly,” Walfish stated. Included among other signs are changes in personality, appearing withdrawn, isolating to their room, irritability, extreme mood changes that are more than typical moodiness, exhibiting rage or talking about seeking revenge, Walfish added. Other alarms include changes in sleep patterns, insomnia, oversleeping, nightmares, talking about dying, going away, or different types of self-harm, she said. “Teaching problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, building a strong connection to family, friends, and community support are ways to help,” Walfish stated. “Restrict access to highly lethal means of suicide, such as firearms, and provide access to effective mental health care, including substance use treatment. Talk to your child. Many people are fearful that talking to their children about suicide will increase their risk of suicide. This is a myth,” Walfish said. How to get help: In the US, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or 1800-432-8366. You can also visit http://teenlineonline.org.

Covered California Begins Statewide Marketing and Outreach Campaign to Promote Open Enrollment for 2020 and Launches New Television Ads to Promote State Subsidies Covered California is beginning its statewide marketing and outreach campaign to educate consumers about the open enrollment period for 2020 and the new state subsidies that are available for the first time. New television ads titled “You Shouldn’t Have To,” will begin airing today and focus on the idea that consumers should not have to choose between the life they have built and the care they need. New data shows that eligible middle-income families who qualify for a state subsidy are receiving an average of $526 per month per household. Covered California is also partnering with sport celebrities, such as Laila Ali and boxing champion Leo Santa Cruz, to get the word out and encourage consumers to see if they are eligible for new financial help. Consumers who sign up by Dec. 15 will have coverage starting Jan. 1. Open enrollment runs through Jan. 31, 2020 and consumers who choose to go without coverage could face a penalty when they file their taxes. Health/Fitness News

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Covered California launched its statewide marketing and outreach campaign on Monday, to educate consumers about the current open enrollment period and the new state subsidies that are available for the first time. “We want to make sure that everyone knows about the new state subsidies that are already helping people across the state save money on their monthly health insurance premiums,” said Covered California Executive Director Peter V. Lee. “California is making coverage more affordable for low-income families, and we are making history by becoming the first state in the nation to provide financial help to middle-income families like small-businesses owners and the self-employed.” New Television Ad Campaign Covered California’s television ad campaign, titled “You

Shouldn’t Have To,” will begin airing statewide today. The ads center around the idea that you should not have to make tough choices just because you do not have health insurance. The ads state, “You shouldn’t have to live with pain. You shouldn’t have to pretend you’re fine… You shouldn’t have to choose between the life you’ve built and the care you need.” See the new television ads in English and Spanish here. “These ads seek to bring to life the reality still faced by too many uninsured Californians,” said Lee, “Getting coverage is the path to avoid living with pain, missing preventive care and worrying about dollars instead of getting the treatment you deserve.” In addition, Covered California is also launching ads titled, “In Your Corner,” which detail how Covered California works for consumers and their families by

providing access to quality care and protecting them from financial risk if they ever have expensive medical bills. Those ads will air in English, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese and Korean. New State Subsidies This year’s open enrollment period features some of the biggest changes since Covered California first began offering coverage in 2014. First, two new state initiatives – the state subsidy program and the restoration of the individual mandate – were key elements in Covered California’s record-low 0.8 percent rate increase for the upcoming year. The new state subsidies are already helping consumers who have selected a plan for 2020. New data shows that the over 600,000 eligible low-income consumers who qualify for a subsidy are receiving an average of $19 per

month per household, while eligible middle-income Californians who receive a subsidy are getting an average of $526 per month per household. Open enrollment started just under three weeks ago. While preliminary, early data shows that 85 percent of eligible low-income Californians are qualifying for a state subsidy on top of their federal tax credits, and about 50 percent of middle-class Californians across the state with household incomes between 400 and 600 percent federal poverty level are finding out they are eligible to receive a state subsidy starting in January. In general, those not qualifying for a state subsidy either chose a plan that already costs only $1 per member per month after federal credits, or already have a benchmark silver plan that costs less per month as a share of household income than the required contribution under the new law and will benefit (continued in next 2 columns)

Covered California Begins Statewide Marketing and Outreach Campaign to Promote Open Enrollment for 2020 and Launches New Television Ads to Promote State Subsidies...continued directly from the low premium increase. “We have heard from people across the state who will be saving hundreds of dollars a month because California is putting its people first,” Lee said. “Whether you never thought you could get financial help, or if you have checked before, you need to check again because there is new money available that may dramatically reduce the cost of your coverage.” The new state subsidies could extend to an individual making up to $74,940 and family of four with a household income of up to $154,500. See the table that shows which incomes could qualify for the California State Subsidy. Teaming Up with Sport Celebrities Finally, Covered California is also teaming up with sport celebrities who are trusted voices and committed to healthy lifestyles to help spread the word that now is the time to sign up for health coverage through Covered California. On Monday Covered California joined Laila Ali and Leo Santa Cruz at an event at The Bloc in downtown Los Angeles to highlight the importance of being healthy. Ali is a world-class athlete, fitness and wellness advocate, television host, a four-time undefeated boxing world champion, and the daughter of the global icon and humanitarian, Muhammad Ali. Santa Cruz is the current World Boxing Association Featherweight Super Champion. Raised and based in Los Angeles, he’s described as “one of the must-see fighters of his generation” and well-known for this non-stop effort in the ring. Both Ali and Santa Cruz know how important health is to not only their own athletic and fitness careers, but also their families as both have been touched by health-related issues. Muhammad Ali fought Parkinson’s Disease for more than 30 years, while Santa Cruz’s father and trainer – Jose – has been battling multiple myeloma cancer since 2016.

“In every area of my life, I put my health first. Whether it’s by staying active, eating healthy or, most importantly, getting health insurance,” Ali said. “Covered California makes it easy to get enrolled in affordable coverage that works for you and your family - so you can succeed at home, work and play.” “As an athlete, health care has always been an important part of my life, and with Covered California it’s easier now than ever to get covered,” Santa Cruz added. “I am so thankful that when my dad was diagnosed with cancer 3 years ago, we never had to wonder how our medical bills would be paid or if a treatment would be covered. I want the best team in my corner when I’m boxing, and with Covered California everyone has a true advocate in their corner.” Enroll Now Enrolling for coverage now is critical because California restored the penalty that was part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act from 2014 through 2018, meaning consumers who do not get covered could face a fine when they file their 2020 taxes in the spring of 2021. For those facing a penalty, a family of four would pay at least $2,000, and potentially more, for not having health insurance throughout 2020. “Consumers need to take action now during open enrollment,” Lee said. “This is when people can sign up to get health insurance and avoid the potential of a big surprise when they file their taxes in 2021.” Consumers will need to sign up by Dec. 15 in order to have their coverage begin on Jan. 1, 2020. Those interested in learning more about their coverage options can: Visit www.CoveredCA.com. Get free and confidential inperson assistance, in a variety of languages, from a certified enroller. Have a certified enroller call them and help them for free. Call Covered California at (800) 300-1506. Open enrollment runs through Jan. 31, 2020.

COTA Teen Reilly Fitzmaurice Liver Transplant Recipient A Midwest Transplant Family is Grateful for a Second Chance a Life Health/Fitness News

November 1, 2019 -- As the chill of November sets in, many thoughts turn to holiday planning, Thanksgiving preparations and gratitude. A Missouri family’s ‘Thanksgiving’ will come a bit earlier this month on November 17th as they celebrate their daughter’s twoyear ‘transplantaversary’ and remember with gratitude the selfless family who donated their loved one’s life-saving organ. A week later the Fitzmaurice’s large Thanksgiving table will be surrounded by loved ones who truly embrace the essence of gratitude. Reilly Fitzmaurice of St. Louis, Missouri, was in the middle of her 7th grade soccer season in October 2016 when she, and her parents, Amy and Brian, noticed something was wrong. Reilly missed almost a week of school that month complaining that she just did not feel well and was running a low-grade fever. Amy and Brian assumed she was fighting a flu bug. She started feeling a little better and returned to school on a Friday and played in her team’s soccer game that evening. But over the weekend she started struggling to take deep breaths and her parents noticed how enlarged her midsection had become. The family’s pediatrician was called on Monday. An appointment was made on Tuesday (October 26th) and the doctor, who was immediately concerned with her enlarged spleen, ordered blood work to be done. Reilly presented several diagnostic challenges to many medical professionals who were

Reilly Fitzmaurice consulted with over the coming weeks. More tests were done and more blood was drawn. Then came the shocking news. A liver specialist who had been called in to review the test results told Amy and Brian that Reilly’s liver was completely scarred and would not be able to heal itself. Reilly was diagnosed with Autoimmune Hepatitis Cirrhosis. With this disease something triggers the body’s immune system and the body responds by attacking its own liver and eventually destroying it. Reilly’s enlarged abdomen was a result of her enlarged spleen and from another complication of liver cirrhosis called ascites. Reilly needed a life-saving liver transplant and she needed it soon. Seemingly overnight Reilly went from being a healthy and vibrant athlete to a child who needed an organ transplant to live. The entire Fitzmaurice family was in a state of disbelief including older brothers Evan, Cameron and Brendan and younger siblings Brian Jr., Donovan and McKenzie. “As a family our lives were turned upside down with Reilly’s sudden diagnosis,” said Amy. “We were also shocked by the fact that we would likely have to (continued on page 6)

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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS/NEWS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190012602 Date Filed: 10/25/2019 Filing Expires On: 10/25/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): JORNEL TRANSPORTATION County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 380 N. LINDEN AVE. #2802 RIALTO, CA 92376 Mailing Address: 380 N. LINDEN AVE. #2802 RIALTO, CA 92376 Name of Individual Registrant: NELCY FUENTES BARRERA 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.: Residence Street Address: 380 N. LINDEN AVE. #2802 RIALTO, CA 92376 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: October 25, 2019 Nelcy Fuentes Barrera, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. 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 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 31, November 7, 14, 21, 2019. 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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 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 31, Correction November 7, 14, 21, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190011405 Date Filed: 09/24/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/24/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): BIG BEAR OFF ROAD ADVENTURES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 851 JAY BIRD LANE BIG BEAR LAKE, CA 92315 Mailing Address: POST OFFICE BOX 3067 BIG BEAR LAKE, CA 92315 Name of Individual Registrant: JAMES B. LYON 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.: Residence Street Address: 851 JAY BIRD LANE BIG BEAR LAKE, CA 92315 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: September 24, 2019 James B. Lyon, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. 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 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 17, 24, 31, November 7, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190012077 Date Filed: 10/11/2019 Filing Expires On: 10/11/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): 1. GENESYS FAMILY HOMES, INC. 2. GENESIS TRANSITIONAL HOME FOR VETERANS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 13970 SWALLOWTAIL LANE VICTORVILLE, CA 92394 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: GENESYS FAMILY HOMES, INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.:CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 13970 SWALLOWTAIL LANE VICTORVILLE, CA 92394 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Mable Manuel, CEO, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. 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 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 17, 24, 31, November 7, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190012117 Date Filed: 10/15/2019 Filing Expires On: 10/15/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): POLUX USA County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 1728 S. GROVE AVE., UNIT B234 ONTARIO, CA 91761 Mailing Address: PO BOX 1921 WEST COVINA, CA 91793 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: OQUALTIX

INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C3043584 Residence Street Address: 1728 S. GROVE AVENUE, UNIT B234 ONTARIO, CA 91761 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: October 14, 2019 Maribel Diaz, CEO, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. 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 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 24,31, November 7, 14, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190011129 Date Filed: 09/19/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/19/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): YMP STUDIO County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 6787 B. CARNELIAN ST. #8 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91701 Name of Individual Registrant: JUAN R. CHAVEZ 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.: Residence Street Address: 8015 SUMMER PLACE ST. FONTANA, CA Name of Individual Registrant: MARISOL QUIROZ Residence Street Address: 8015 SUMMER PLACE ST. FONTANA, CA 92336 This business is/was conducted by: A Married Couple Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: September 18, 2019 Marisol Quiroz, Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. 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 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 17, 24, 31, November 7, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190011305 Date Filed: 09/23/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/23/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): LUXURY EXOTIC MOTORS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 2130 N. ARROWHEAD AVE. SUITE 205B-5A SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92405 Name of Individual Registrant: BIJAN TAHMASEBPOUR 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.: Residence Street Address: 8990 19TH ST. #294 ALTA LOMA, CA 91701 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: September 22,2019 Bijan Tahmasebpour,Owner, declares that all information in this statement is true and correct. 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 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE.) Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 17, Correction 24, 31, November 7, 2019.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVDS 1931019 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. ILCE ITZHEL CAMPERO-MENA to Proposed name: ILCE ITZHEL CAMPERO THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 11/27/19 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: S17 Superior Court Of California County Of San Bernardino San Bernardino District-Civil Division 247 W. 3rd Street San Bernardino, CA 92415 San Bernardino District A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: October 16, 2019 Lynn M. Poncin Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 24, 31, November 7, 14, 2019 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVDS 1931051 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: PEDRO ALEJANDRO VAZQUEZ filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: PEDRO ALEJANDRO VAZQUEZ a. to Proposed name: ALEX VAZQUEZ THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 12/02/19 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept: S16 Superior Court Of California County Of San Bernardino San Bernardino District-Civil Division 247 West Third Street San

Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: October 17, 2019 Lynn M. Poncin Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper October 24, 31, November 7, 14, 2019

PETITION/PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE (Probate-Decedents’ Estates) Notice Of Petition to Administer Estate Of: NESSA ROSENBAUM Case Number: PROPS 1900853 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: NESSA

ROSENBAUM A Petition for Probate has been filed by: BARBARA KEOUGH in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN BERNARDINO The Petition for Probate requests that BARBARA KEOUGH be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 11/26 19 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:: S35 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 WEST THIRD STREET SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92415 PROBATE If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Barbara Keough 1228 Jasmine Street Redlands, CA 92374 Telephone: (909) 496-9980 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper October 24, 31, November 7, 2019.

SUMMONS SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1911189 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): CHRISTINA G RUIZ YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. 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 Self-Help 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. The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 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): REESE LAW GROUP, Shiv Samtani, Esq., (Bar #320822), 3168 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92010; 760/8425850 (File No. 560943) DATE (Fecha): APR 05 2019 Clerk (Secretario), by Elisabeth Martinez, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served 1. as an individual defendant. 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28/19 CNS-3309988# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1905667 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): LEAH SANDERS YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. 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 Self-Help 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. The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 West Third St, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 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): REESE LAW GROUP, Shiv Samtani., (Bar #320822), 3168 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92010; 760/842-5850 (File No. 560312) DATE (Fecha): FEB 25 2019 Clerk (Secretario), by Daniela Vargas, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served 1. as an individual defendant 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 CNS-3308437# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1914350 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): ROY TRIPLETT YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. 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 Self-Help 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. The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 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): REESE LAW GROUP, Shiv Samtani, (Bar #320822), 3168 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92010; 760/842-5850 (File No. 554836) DATE (Fecha): MAY 07 2019 Clerk (Secretario), by Daniela Vargas, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served 1. as an individual defendant. 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 CNS-3308424# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN

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Auto Club Launches New Tuition Assistance Program for Employees Nationwide AAA Accelerate offers subsidized college degrees through Brandman University IRVINE, Calif. (Oct. 22, 2019) – The Automobile Club of Southern California today announced the creation of AAA Accelerate, a new educational benefit providing upfront tuition assistance to help employees earn degrees exclusively through Irvine-based Brandman University. Employee surveys showing high interest levels in growth and development opportunities within the organization were a significant factor leading to AAA Accelerate’s formation. Geraldine Minor, an Auto Club insurance business development manager, began taking business administration courses online through Brandman earlier in 2019 because of the flexibility in scheduling classes and completing coursework at her own pace. “I have always loved school and went to college earlier in my life but combined with working three jobs and raising two children, going to classes on campus just didn’t work. I had to drop school and regretted that decision for a very long time,” Minor said. “By being able to complete a degree online, I know I will get my bachelor’s degree. I am even competing with my teenage son and twelveyear-old daughter on who can get the best GPA. Let’s just say I am giving them a run for their money.” AAA Accelerate will be available to 15,000 employees of Auto Club Enterprises, a group of AAA clubs managed by the Auto Club and serving more than 16 million members in 21 states. More than 8,000 of those employees work and live in Southern California. “The Auto Club has a long-standing tradition of supporting ongoing career development for employees,” Auto Club president and chief executive John Boyle said. “Through our program with Brandman University, we’re proud to take the next step in supporting employee growth by offering tuition assistance so employees can earn a college degree as part of a rewarding career with the Auto Club.” The Auto Club selected Brandman because of its multi-pronged approach to education for working adults – on campus, online or a combination of both. Brandman connects working learners with college professors, coaches and academic advisors. Online coaching in math and writing is also available to all students. Brandman is a non-profit, private institution within the Chapman University System with high student completion rates. Brandman also will accept for college credit certain courses an employee completes through the AAA University learning and development program. Nationwide, 37 percent of college students are age 25 or older - and 40 percent have full-time jobs - according to the Lumina Foundation. Brandman offers flexibility to working students by offering fully-online degree programs, as well as hybrid programs blending online and classroom learning. “I applaud John Boyle and the Auto Club’s human resources team on the launch of AAA Accelerate,” Brandman Chancellor Gary Brahm said. “Thousands of Auto Club employees are gaining new opportunities to enroll in courses cultivating leadership and communications skills, which impart knowledge that is relevant to today’s business needs.” AAA Accelerate students will be able to enroll in several bachelor’s programs offered through Brandman’s School of Arts and Sciences and School of Business and Professional Studies. Covered degree programs include communications and media, legal studies, organizational leadership and computing technology. Participating students may also select Brandman MyPath™ programs leading to either a Bachelor of Business Administration or Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree. Brandman MyPath™ is a competency-based alternative to traditional credit hour courses, providing students with digital learning tools enabling them to master industry-relevant skill sets at their own pace. Through AAA Accelerate, the Auto Club and Brandman will provide participating students with financial assistance and scholarships enabling them to enroll in Brandman programs at highly-subsidized rates. By combining financial assistance with the flexibility of online programs, the Auto Club and Brandman will help adult learners like Minor overcome obstacles. “Through Brandman, I can contact professors and counselors by email and complete my course work online when I can fit it in my schedule, providing I meet each assignment deadline,” Minor said. A combined 64 percent of college students consider costs or the challenge of balancing studies with work as their primary obstacles to completing a degree, according to survey data the California Student Aid Commission released in September. “The Auto Club is among forward-thinking U.S. employers who are taking an active role in guiding employees to degree programs matching working adults’ needs,” Brahm said. “Choosing the right college is difficult under any circumstance. Having a skilled employer by your side to run a cost-benefit analysis on which university is the most likely institution to ensure your success is a priceless opportunity.”

Secretary Perdue Announces OneUSDA Internship Program for Summer 2020 (Washington, D.C., November 1, 2019) Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the “OneUSDA Internship” opportunity for Summer 2020. As part of the Federal Pathways Program, the OneUSDA Internship Program will provide students a way to explore serving their country through a career in government while gaining work experience in agriculture, natural resources, rural development, and other career fields. “Our goal at USDA is to recruit the best and retain the best through our OneUSDA Internship Program offered nationwide,” said Secretary Perdue. “Today’s young people are the future of America and there are few things more American than agriculture. We’re aiming to find young talent, with a diverse background, across all 50 states, to begin their careers as interns with USDA.” The OneUSDA Internship Program offers Federal opportunities to students currently enrolled in qualifying educational programs or institutions, with a comprehensive developmental program intended to provide students with experience in a dynamic work environment that will enhance their educational goals and shape their career choices. An internship with USDA will involve various components of on-the-job experience, mentorship, and training tailored to the student’s education, experience, and interests. During 2019, USDA was proud to host thousands of interns throughout the country, many of which were through the Federal Pathways Program. In the Summer of 2020, USDA will hire Pathways Interns in hundreds of locations in nearly every state in the country for the following occupational fields: Veterinary Science Biological Sciences (e.g., natural resources management forestry, wildlife biology, fish biology, ecology, botany, rangeland management, recreation) Engineering & Architecture Agribusiness, Contracting, Procurement, and Industry General Administration and Office Support Financial Management Information Technology USDA is making sure the Summer 2020 OneUSDA internship job announcement is easier-than-ever for students to find and apply for. After choosing the geographic location of preference and the career path that best matches with student’s area of study and professional aspirations at http://www.usda.gov/Internships, students simply follow the weblinks to https://www.usajobs.gov/ to set up an account, then follow the prompts to apply to the internship. When applying, students will also have an opportunity to indicate their preferred occupational area of interest and USDA Agency or office. The application window will open on November 1st and close on November 15th. Application review will begin immediately For more information, visit www.USDA.gov/Internships.

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Black man from Moreno Valley who controlled Neo-Nazi group to dismantle it dies at 55 By ASSOCIATED PRESS | | PUBLISHED: November 5, 2019 at 9:47 am | UPDATED: November 5, 2019 at 9:48 am By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN

James Stern A black activist who took control of one of the nation’s largest neo-Nazi groups — and vowed to dismantle it — has died amid a legal fight over who would lead the group. James Stern died Oct. 11 after getting hospice care for cancer, according to one of his attorneys, Bob Ross, and a friend, Arne Edward List. Stern, 55, died at home in Moreno Valley, California, List said. “James was a very unconventional crusader,” Ross said Monday, praising his client’s “quiet confidence.” Earlier this year, Stern told The Associated Press and other news outlets that he persuaded the National Socialist Movement’s former leader, Jeff Schoep, to give him control of the group. Schoep says Stern essentially tricked him into the transfer. Michigan corporate records show Stern replaced Schoep in January. However, Stern sued several group members in March after Schoep signed corporate records naming a different president.

Stern’s lawsuit is pending in California court. William Daniels, another of Stern’s lawyers, said the activist’s death doesn’t necessarily end the “full-blown dispute” over the group’s leadership. “But it’s just not clear to me now how it’s going to unfold,” Daniels said. After members removed his name from corporate records, Stern also filed a complaint with Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel in March. The hate crimes unit in Nessel’s office was preparing to notify Stern that it didn’t find sufficient evidence to file any criminal charges, a spokesman said in an email Monday. Group members used to attend rallies and protests in full Nazi uniforms, including at a march in Toledo, Ohio, that sparked a riot in 2005. More recently, members attended the white nationalist rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, that erupted in violence in August 2017. Stern met Schoep several years ago after Stern invited him to

COTA Teen Reilly Fitzmaurice Liver Transplant Recipient...continued from page 4 raise money to help pay for the medical costs our medical insurance would not cover.” Brian spent some time reaching several organizations that might be able to help the family financially. During this time a social worker at St. Louis Children’s Hospital suggested they reach out to the Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) to learn more about fundraising for transplant-related expenses. COTA uniquely understands that parents who care for a child or young adult before, during and after a life-saving transplant have enough to deal with, so COTA’s model shifts the responsibility for fundraising to a community team of trained volunteers. On November 1, 2016, Brian called COTA’s 800 number and several weeks later, their formal agreement to become a COTA family was received at the organization’s Indiana, headquarters. Reilly was added to the liver transplant waiting list in December. According to Brian, it took a couple of months to get her listed for a new liver due to complications with the family’s medical insurance, which they were not allowed to change until the month of December. On February 9, 2017, a COTA fundraising specialist travelled to St. Louis to train the volunteers for the COTA campaign in honor of Team Reilly F. COTA is a 501(c)3 charity so all contributions to COTA are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law, and COTA funds are available for a lifetime of transplant-related expenses. This group of family members and friends, i.e. COTA Miracle Makers, quickly got to work organizing fundraisers to help with mounting transplant-related expenses. 2017 was a challenging year for the Fitzmaurice family. They were juggling busy, sports-filled lives of their six other children (some of them playing college sports a distance from home) while trying to keep their family business running and balancing all of this with Reilly’s medical needs, periodic infections, appointments and medications. Due to her health status while waiting for a new liver, Reilly was unable to

return to school and was enrolled in a Home Bound program to keep her education on track. 2017 also proved to be a very successful year for the many COTA Miracle Makers who quickly got to work raising funds for transplant-related expenses. In a seemingly short amount of time, these dedicated friends and family members raised more than $185,000 for COTA in honor of Team Reilly F. With the family’s immense stressors surrounding Reilly’s need for a new liver, this was definitely a ray of hope for the Fitzmaurices. “COTA provided a way for people to help during these difficult days of waiting,” said Amy and Brian. “Our friends and family members were feeling helpless and COTA became the perfect way people could plug in and make a life-saving difference. We felt helpless, too, because we were not able to help our daughter. COTA gave us peace of mind in very important ways.” Amy and Brian will never forget the elation they felt on November 16, 2017, when The Call came -- a new liver was available for Reilly. She received her life-saving liver transplant at St. Louis Children’s on November 17th. The Rally for Reilley Facebook page shared this update for their many followers, “We just talked to the chief surgeon with Reilly’s transplant team. She said the surgery went well and Reilly did well during the procedure. They are in the process of closing the incision and should be done around 10 p.m. After Reilly gets out of surgery she will remain sedated and be in the ICU for the next 48 hours. The first 48 hours are the most critical for monitoring Reilly’s recovery from surgery and initial phases of healing from the liver transplant. Thank you everyone for your prayers, supportive messages and well wishes!” Brian and Amy will never forget the donor family who gave them the ultimate gift by saving Reilly’s life. They are also extremely grateful for COTA. They said, “We are blessed in many ways, and we will always be grateful to COTA for being on this journey with us.” “In the matter of one year’s time, (continued in next 2 columns)

attend a summit on race in California, the Washington Post reported . Both had connections to onetime Ku Klux Klan leader Edgar Ray Killen, who was convicted in the “Mississippi Burning” killings of three civil rights workers. Stern served a prison sentence for mail fraud at the same facility as Killen, who died in January 2018. In 2012, Stern claimed Killen signed over to him power of attorney and ownership of 40 acres of land while they were in prison together. A lawyer for Killen asked a judge to throw out the land transfer and certify that Killen and his family owned the property. Before the rally in Charlottesville, Schoep tried to rebrand the group and appeal to a new generation of racists and anti-Semites by getting rid of such overt displays of Nazi symbols. Earlier this year, Schoep told The Associated Press that Stern essentially tricked him into transferring leadership while the group faces a federal lawsuit over the Charlottesville violence. Schoep said Stern suggested that the lawsuit’s plaintiffs could drop their claims against Schoep and the group if Schoep handed over the reins. Schoep said he already was preparing to walk away from the group and agreed to Stern’s proposal in hopes of reducing its legal liability. “He has that piece of paper, but he is absolutely not recognized as the leader of the National Socialist Movement,” Schoep said of Stern in February.

During an interview in March, Stern said he wanted to disband the group rather than see another member re-form it. “If (Schoep) dissolved the group, all anyone would have to do is take it and reincorporate it and carry on the same shenanigans as it never stopped,” Stern said. His move offered comparisons to the recent Spike Lee movie “BlacKkKlansman” in which a black police officer infiltrates a branch of the Ku Klux Klan. Schoep recently has told reporters that he renounced white supremacy and will speak out against the hate-fueled beliefs that he spread for years. Schoep left the group in March, his lawyer said in a court filing last month. The group’s website names Burt Colucci as its latest “commander.” A leader tried to dissolve the group in Michigan in May, the same month that Colucci incorporated the National Socialist Movement in Winter Garden, Florida, records show. The lawsuit that Stern filed in California seeks hundreds of millions of dollars in damages. It also asked the court to bar Schoep and others from interfering with Stern’s efforts to maintain the group’s websites. A burial service for Stern is planned for Tuesday in Inglewood, and a memorial service is set for Thursday in Moreno Valley, according to List, his friend. “He fought with such courage in everything he did,” List said. “James was very clear that this fight isn’t going to die with him.”

COTA Teen Reilly Fitzmaurice Liver Transplant Recipient...continued our lives turned upside down. Our healthy and athletic teenager was playing volleyball and soccer one week and was sent to see an abdominal specialist the next. We had never even heard of the Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA), but in a very short amount of time COTA became our source of hope. Having to raise money to keep your child alive is the most humbling circumstance we have ever found ourselves in. We do not know what the future holds, but we are so grateful to know COTA will be with us each step of the way … for a lifetime.” Reilly’s post-transplant life is starting to look like her pretransplant life. She has returned to school and has resumed many of her favorite activities including shopping for clothes and

spending time with her friends and many brothers and sister. There are some days this teenager feels tired and other days she feels great but gets tired of her mom asking her how she is feeling. When asked what her hope for the future is, Reilly said, “To live life to the fullest. To take life one day at a time and continue to get healthier and stronger each day. And to always remember to be grateful.” This year the Fitzmaurice Thanksgiving table will be full of grateful people and their Thanksgiving blessing will likely include a chorus of thanks for Reilly’s donor angel for whom they are forever grateful. Happy Thanksgiving Fitzmaurice Family from your COTA Family!

Gun Violence Exposed New ABF Creative Podcast “Through Her Eyes” Gives Listeners On-The-Ground Perspective From Mothers Of Inner-City Gun Violence Victims

Gun Violence Exposed...continued affects people of color, tend to get far less attention from the media than those that occur in suburban or relatively affluent and predominantly white communities. ABF Creative is a podcast network that produces conscious content with mainstream appeal.

Aguilar Announces $720,000 to Establish New Tribal Health Program for Inland Empire Local/National News San Bernardino, CA— Rep. Pete Aguilar joined Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc. (RSBCIHI) to announce $720,000 in federal funding to establish a services program for victims of crime. The funding will allow RSBCIHI to hire a Victim Services Project Director, a Victim Services Support Specialist and a full-time Mental Health Clinician to establish a victims’ services program within the organization. The program will help members of tribal communities within the Inland Empire area connect with necessary mental and physical health services. RSBCIHI provides high-quality health services to tribal communities throughout Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, including the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. “Too often, our tribal communities aren’t granted the resources they need to access high-quality medical care, including mental health care. The establishment of a victims’ services program through RSBCIHI will allow more Inland Empire residents to access the care they need in the wake of

become a target automatically. However, Metro said, it’s hard to determine what skin color the drivers have when it’s dark outside and the division only stops drivers if there is a reason for it, such as paper license plates, parking violations or broken headlights. However, if the colors of their clothing indicate gang association, they’ll continue to search the vehicle and passengers for weapons and drugs. It’s a fine line between following procedures and following instinct, but because the Metro Division has been scrutinized just like the New York City Police Department (NYPD) a few years back when they introduced the stop-andfrisk, Mayor Eric Garcetti wanted to pull them back completely, which resulted in fear in the South Bureau that crimes will rise – which they did. Shootings in South LA have increased, even before the fatal shooting of rapper Nipsey Hussle (Ermias Asghedom). According to news outlets, the month of March accounted for 26 shootings and 10 homicides. ‘Picking up the pieces’

Newark, NJ (BlackNews.com) -While the topic of gun violence has become a major talking point during this election cycle, it's been a continuing crisis in most inner cities. In response, ABF Creative launches Through Her Eyes, a narrative podcast that gives the stories behind those statistics. Each episode of the 4part series, will feature an exclusive interview with a mother of a child lost to gun violence, heightened by sound design that is immersive and engaging. The podcast is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and www.HerEyes.co. Each mother's riveting interview will be released weekly, beginning October 18th featuring Paulina Bryan of Orange, NJ, whose son Jordan Bryan was killed in 2016. Sequentially, October 22nd features Trina Jones of Newark, NJ, whose son AJ Jones was

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traumatic events,” said Aguilar. “The $720,000 in Federal Funding would provide a severely needed resource to the San Bernardino Native community and to Native American Victims of crime. The funding would assist in hiring a Victim Services Project Director and Victim Services Support Specialist for Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc. (RSBCIHI) and would provide the needed infrastructure to address this issue. It would assist RSBCIHI in facilitating outreach to the San Bernardino Native community and coordination of care for the victims of crime including domestic violence (DV) victims,” said Dr. Herbert McMichael, Director of Behavioral Health Services for RSBCIHI. This funding, which will be provided over a three-year period comes from the US Department of Justice Office of Justice Programs (OJP). As Vice Chair of the House Appropriations Committee, Aguilar voted to increase funds for OJP earlier this year.

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killed in 2018. October 29th features Sharon Bagley of Orange, NJ, mother of football star Malcolm Bagley who was killed in 2012. On November 5th, the final part features Sonia Rogers of Newark, NJ, who lost all 3 of her sons over a span of 55 months from 2011 and 2015. The podcast is executive produced by Newark-based ABF Creative. "When you listen to this podcast you'll hear the diversity in the scenarios, which is key in helping America understand this crisis," says CEO, Anthony Frasier. "There are so many mommies like me that need support. I want to let them know they are not alone. It's not an easy thing to go through. This is why I thought it was important to lend my voice to this podcast," says Paulina Bryan, who is featured in the first episode. Gun violence is the first-leading cause of death among Black children according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Although gun violence is regularly in the news lately, tragedies that mainly

Its mission is to bridge the gap between authenticity, storytelling, and marketing. ABF Creative's current and past podcast partnerships include Audible, Prudential Financial, The GRAMMY Museum Experience, Brooklyn Museum, and BET.

“That’s 36 families left picking up the pieces,” Moore said via Twitter. “We will work aggressively with our community to quell this senseless loss of life.” The “stop-and-frisk” tactics in New York City resulted in 50.6 percent of Blacks being stopped, although Blacks only accounted for 25.6 percent of the city’s population. The Latinx population of New York City accounts for 23.7 percent but 33 percent of Hispanics were stopped. Again, Whites had the lowest percentage: accounting for 43.4 percent of the city’s population, yet only 12.9 percent of those who were stopped randomly, according to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). The “stop-and-frisk” procedures have since been reduced, as a result of a federal lawsuit in 2013, which former federal court Judge Shira Scheindlin ruled to be unconstitutional.” Scheindlin said in an interview that those tactics weren’t effective and that didn’t stop crime. Deputy Chief Dennis Kato said in an interview that Metro officers

stop a large number of Black drivers because many violent crime suspects are Black, the LA Times reported. Kato told the LA Times that if Black gangs are involved, Metro officers will use traffic violations to stop, “African-American males ages 16 to 24 who dress or look like gang members.” Social Biases When it comes to racial profiling—although most of this might just be subconscious—it is deeply embedded in most of society and has something to do with the fact of how people have been raised. According to researchers at the University of Toronto and the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, racial bias forms in infancy. Studies found that infants as young as six months old feel more comfortable around the same race if being overwhelmingly exposed, and therefore favor people who look like them. However, the studies also point out that infants who are exposed to people who look different, develop deep-rooted discomfort. According to the ACLU, in a study conducted by the University of California and the University of Chicago that “recreated the experience of a police officer confronted with a ‘potentially’ dangerous suspect,” the results were interesting. In the study, “participants fired on an armed target more quickly when the target was African American than White and decided not to shoot an unarmed target more quickly when the target was White than when African-American. Participants failed to shoot an armed target more often when that target was White than when the target was African American. If the target was unarmed, participants mistakenly shot the target more often when African American than when White. Shooting bias was greater among participants who held a strong cultural stereotype of African Americans as aggressive, violent, and dangerous.” Chief Moore responds “There is a conversation… that the current presentation of data we are talking about is having a (continued on page 8)

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The Blerd Binder: HBO’s Watchmen NNPA NEWSWIRE — Noah Washington, Watchmen, the police must be authorized to use their weapons which are locked in their cop cars. Police have to wear masks because criminals have been targeting them and their families.

HBO’s Watchmen is a commentary on the superhero movie renaissance and the global obsession with superhero culture

Mike Epps With An All-Star Lineup Brings “The Fabulously Funny Comedy Festival” To Toyota Arena! Entertainment News

By Noah Washington, NNPA Newswire Contributor

My initial thoughts on the series premiere Blurb: The Blerd Binder covers nerdy news for the Black nerds of the world. We welcome all as we talk about subjects ranging from Movies to Music and Tech to Toys. Today, we will be talking about the “Watchmen” premiere. (SPOILER ALERT! This article contains spoilers for the first episode of HBO’s “Watchmen.” Read ahead at your own risk.) HBO’s Watchmen can be described very simply as a neverending paradox. A young Black Boy is watching a silent film in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1921 with a Black lead, “Bass Reeves, The Black Marshall of Oklahoma.” In the film, the sheriff catches a cattle thief and when the mob wants to hang him, Bass Reeves says, “There will be no Mob Justice today. Trust in the

law.” This is horribly ironic, since the young boy repeats these words amid the violent and horrible Tulsa Race Riot, a horrific event in American and human history. The young boy is able to make it out in the back of a car in a trunk, but the car he is in crashes resulting in the death of his mother and the driver. The young boy finds a baby in the wreckage who is gender identified because she is covered in a pink blanket. The young boy says, “You’re ok,” while wrapping her in an American flag. The two then start to walk on the rural Tulsa road. The irony was not lost on me when the dynamic seemed to shift from the powerless African Americans in Tulsa being massacred in the riot, to the (seemingly) all-powerful cop, Officer Charlie Sutton. This would be flipped on its head when Officer Sutton is shot by a

“The Killer Beast.... God’s Silence!” By: Lou Yeboah

Lou Yeboah As believers we’ve all been there. We pray, and we pray, and we pray some more, but in return our prayers are not answered, atleast when we want them. And this silence can be difficult, frustrating even excruciating. Well I want you to know that you are not the only one where, whom have experience, “The Silent Treatment,” so to speak. The Bible tells the story of a man named Job, who was well acquainted with God’s silence. In his pain and suffering, he cried out to God. He asked for answers. And he kept asking. But for the first 37 chapters of the Book of Job, his cries for God’s help and relief were met only by God’s deafening silence. I want you to know that as Christians, we are not always going to hear God’s voice, but from Job we can learn a few practical things to do when God seems silent. Examine our lives. Begin by asking ourself the question, is there any unconfessed sin in my life? And make sure nothing is blocking you from being able to hear God’s voice. [Psalm 66:18] Accept God’s Sovereignty. Recognize that God can be silent. There is no obligation for God to answer you, inform you or let you know any-

thing. He is able to do as He pleases always, everywhere, forever. You know the Gospel of John tells a story about Jesus’ friends Lazarus, Mary and Martha. When Jesus found out that Lazarus was ill, he didn’t rush to Lazarus’ house to heal him. Instead, Jesus stayed where he was for two more days [John 11:6]. And before Jesus arrived in Bethany, Lazarus died. To Lazarus’ sisters, Mary and Martha, Jesus’ silence could have been interpreted as neglect — that Jesus didn’t care or didn’t want to help them. This mirrors many of the emotions we feel when God doesn’t immediately answer our cries for help. Listen, just because God seems silent doesn’t mean you should doubt Him or stop praying. God’s silence isn’t a license for you to turn your back on Him. Instead, it’s an invitation to press forward and seek Him even more diligently. The psalmists modeled crying out to God. David said, “Oh my God, I cry by day, but you do not answer, and by night, but I find no rest” (Psalm 22:2). Job also continually cries out to God, asking Him to answer. For pages of the Book of Job, God is silent. But in chapter 38, God answers — and questions Job. “Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth?” asks God. “Tell Me, if you have understanding” (38:4). Job was reminded....God answers prayer in His time and not our….. on that note, I encourage you to “Keep Hope Alive!”

white supremacist while he tries to retrieve his weapon. In the world of “Watchmen,” the police must be authorized to use their weapons which are locked in their cop cars. Police have to wear masks because criminals have been targeting them and their families. Not long after the start of episode one, we see a reference to the musical, Oklahoma, being performed by an all-Black cast and referred to as Black Oklahoma. When I think of Oklahoma (the musical), I think of it as representing what was truly “allAmerican” for the time that it was created. The all-American hero gets the girl, kills the bad guy and gets to be the big hero. This concept is as American as it gets, though I highly doubt that this series will have the same type of wholesome uncomplicated ending as Oklahoma did. The reveal of Don Johnson’s

character’s name, “Captain Jud,” was very good foreshadowing that sealed that character’s fate. At the end of the episode, another paradox is revealed as Don Johnson’s “Captain Judd Crawford” is seen hanging from a tree. Another paradox is Angela’s (Regina King) relationship with her husband, Cal (Yahya AbdulMateen). Angela seems to be the dominant partner in the relationship. She works while her husband picks the kids up from school and cooks the family meals. Angela even seems to be dominant in their sexual relationship. She is even the one who goes out and kicks criminal but as a vigilante. The series also makes a commentary on the superhero movie renaissance and the global obsession with superhero culture by giving us teasers for “American Hero Story,” a TV event chronicling the adventures for the original “WATCHMEN” comic book characters, “The Minutemen.” Watchmen contains easter eggs from the original Watchmen comic: President Robert Redford, Nixon as one of the greatest presidents, and squids raining from the sky (there is even a cleanup crew). There are many more questions that the series premiere sets up that need to be answered: “Who truly killed Captain Jud?” “Who was the baby that the young boy found at the beginning of the episode?” “What is Jeremey Irons’ Ozymandias up to?” and “Will we see Doctor Manhattan?” For as much promise this show presents, we will certainly be “watching the Watchmen.”

Witness For Justice #967

They Shall Beat their Swords into Healthcare Michael Neuroth DC Policy Advocate - International Issues Justice and Witness Ministries

They shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. (Isaiah 2:4, NRSV) Last week, the United Church of Christ along with the Illinois Conference, Chicago’s Trinity UCC announced 6,000 families in Chicago will have $5.3 million dollars of medical debt forgiven. This incredible moment of biblical jubilee was made possible thanks to the generosity of several local churches as well as sources outside the denomination. The fact that this act of mercy was necessary highlights the ever-growing need for health care justice. Today, 30 million Americans live without health insurance, and another 40 million are under-insured or have bogus health coverage. One in six Americans have health care debt, and studies show that African-American, Native American, and Alaskan Native women die at a rate three times higher than white women of pregnancy-related causes. Last week, news broke that racial bias was identified in a widely used algorithm that determines when a patient needs care. Our health care system is fundamentally broken and needs reform. However, so long as profits are valued over people’s lives and healthcare is viewed as a commodity, the system will not change. We cannot accept that as inevitable. We must advocate for changes in federal spending that reflect our values. A recent op-ed in the New York Times helps us to see

what is possible. Lindsay Koshgarian from the National Priorities Project, along with the Poor People’s Campaign and #PeopleOverPentagon movements, identified ways to cut between $200 and $350 billion in Pentagon spending each year. Their message? Investing so much in a war economy does not, in fact, make us safer and instead constitutes an immoral choice in the face of the millions who suffer from poor healthcare, education, and a lack of basic needs. As people of faith, we must speak out in new and creative ways. Although we cannot unspend the $5 trillion dollars we have paid for war over the past 18 years, we can change the future by working toward a more faithful budget and electing candidates who call for such a change. As Christians, we are called not only to bring God’s mercy into this world— but also to change the system. Micah 6:8 reminds us both to love mercy and act justly. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in his speech at Riverside Church put it this way: “…We are called to play the good Samaritan on life’s roadside; but that will be only an initial act. One day we must come to see that the whole Jericho road must be transformed so that men and women will not be constantly beaten and robbed as they make their journey on life’s highway. True compassion is more than flinging a coin to a beggar; it is not haphazard and superficial. It comes to see that an edifice which produces beggars needs restructuring.” Let’s get to work beating swords into healthcare.

Tickets On Sale Now Ontario, CA (November 1, 2019) – Comedy heavyweight Mike Epps brings “The Fabulously Funny Comedy Festival” to Toyota Arena in Ontario, Calif. on Jan. 31 at 8 p.m. Epps will lead the show with an all-star lineup including Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Gary Owen and Tommy Davidson. The veteran entertainers will bring down the house with their sharp wit, unbridled humor and hysterical storytelling for a comedy show fans won’t want to miss! Highly praised for his performance in the Netflix comedy “Dolemite Is My Name” starring opposite Eddie Murphy, Epps is generating an extraordinary amount of buzz among his peers for being not only one of the funniest comic actors in town, but also for his burgeoning dramatic talent. This summer, Epps released his latest standup

special “Mike Epps: Only One Mike” (Netflix), and dropped his single “We Goin’ Out” feat. Big Boi and Sleepy Brown. Up next, Epps will be starring in the Netflix comedy series “The Upshaws” with Wanda Sykes, “The House Next Door,” sequel to the 2016 film “Meet The Blacks” and “Last Friday.” Tickets to the general public on sale now at the Toyota Arena box office and ticketmaster.com. Prices range from $59$125. For information on how to purchase, visit www.FabulouslyFunny.com. SHOW DETAILS: Date: Jan. 31, 2020 Showtime: 8 p.m. Venue: Toyota Arena, 4000 Ontario Center, Ontario, CA 91764 Lineup: Mike Epps, Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Gary Owen, Tommy Davidson Tickets: $59, $75, $99, $125

Fox TV show “9-1-1: Lone Star” Lands in Riverside County with a Boom Entertainment News (Perris, CA) – The Riverside County Film Commission found a “dynamite” location for the 20th Century Fox Television Studios pilot “9-1-1: Lone Star.” Many Riverside County residents saw, or heard, the filming taking place along the 215 Freeway near Perris as the 20th Century Fox Television Studios (TCFTV) show filmed a simulated blow-up of an empty grain silo for the 9-1-1: Lone Star season pilot. Prior to the filming, show producers were searching high-and-low for a grain silo in a location to host a massive explosion. The Riverside County Film Commission (RCFC) jumped into action to help the studio find that perfect spot. “We always drive with scanners in our eyes and microphones in our ears…always in tune to what locations are being sought after,” said Riverside County Film Commissioner Bettina Breckenfeld. “We were able to connect the TCFTV location manager and the plant owner, and it was the perfect fit.” The Riverside County Film Commission worked closely worked with the show producers in addition to coordinating the approvals

from multiple entities such as March Air Reserve Base, County Fire, State Fire, the Riverside County Transportation Department, California Highway Patrol, Caltrans, City of Perris, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department and bomb squad to ensure that the location and activities were legal and safe for such an explosion, which also included traffic breaks along the 215 Freeway. 9-1-1: Lone Star is created and executive produced by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Tim Minear and stars Rob Lowe who also serves as co-executive producer on the series. 9-1-1: Lone Star will make its debut in January 2020 on Fox. Watch the promo video: 91-1: Lone Star The Riverside County Film Commission assists with easy online permits, incentives, locations and much more for films, TV shows and commercials, music videos and other kinds of productions in the County of Riverside. The office provides professional, expedited concierge services from start to finish. Go to www.FilmRiversideCounty.com for more information.

Temple M.B. Church Announcement Religion/Entertainment News

Temple M.B. Church’s Annual Winter Revival will be held, Monday, November 11th through Thursday, November 14th, 2019 at 7:00p.m. The guest speaker is Pastor Fred Campbell, Senior Pastor of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church,

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‘Hidden Figure’ Katherine Johnson Turns 101 NNPA NEWSWIRE — The renowned mathematician was instrumental in Alan Shepherd’s 1961 journey to space. She also played a pivotal role in John Glenn becoming the first American to successfully orbit Earth one year after Shepherd’s flight. By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

Katherine Johnson, one of the African American women whose stories received global attention in the best-selling book and blockbuster movie, “Hidden Figures,” has turned 101. The renowned mathematician was instrumental in Alan Shepherd’s 1961 journey to space. She also played a pivotal role in John Glenn becoming the first American to successfully orbit Earth one year after Shepherd’s flight. Johnson will also receive a Congressional Gold Medal thanks to a bipartisan bill passed by Congress earlier this month. All four of the heroines depicted in “Hidden Figures” will receive recognition. In addition to Johnson, Dr. Christine Darden, Dorothy Vaughn and Mary Jackson will also receive medals. Vaughn’s and Jackson’s medals will be presented posthumously. The book, “Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women

Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race,” by Margot Lee Shetterly, helped tell the women’s story. “Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, and Dr. Christine Darden made monumental contributions to science and our nation,” said Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) said in a statement. Harris and five other members of Congress introduced legislation to secure Congressional Gold Medals for Johnson and her colleagues. “The groundbreaking accomplishments of these four women and all of the women who contributed to the success of NASA helped us win the space race but remained in the dark far too long,” Harris stated. “I am proud our bill to honor these remarkable women has passed Congress. These pioneers remain a beacon for Black women across the country,

Racial profiling remains a daily dilemma for LAPD New report cites evidence of police bias...continued from page 6 terribly corrosive effect on people of color, particularly AfricanAmericans, and that concerns me as a chief,” Moore said. “I hear and feel the trauma this has reignited, the injury, the concern that somehow [the] LAPD is slipping back into its old ways.” Retana and Moore met in March to discuss the removal of Metro. “What we’re finding is that African-American residents are afraid of police officers, and that break of trust undermines public safety,” Retana said, as the LA Times reported. Regardless of crime prevention resulting from the “stop-andfrisk” procedures in South LA, for many Blacks who reside there insist that “driving while Black” is a grim reality confirmed by statistics. “Many police practices may be useful for fighting crime — preventive detention or coerced confession, for example—but because they are unconstitutional, they cannot be used, no matter how effective,” Scheindlin said in the plaintiff against New York City, in the 2013 lawsuit. Change in sight After the LA Times investigated and reported that the random traffic stops performed by Metro were considered “bias” at most, the LAPD said to cut back. Moore issued a statement and told the Times the vehicle stops performed by Metro were not proven successful, accounting for one arrest per 100 cars stopped, as it was adding more stress and tension to drivers who felt like being selected depending on their race. Officers of the Metro Division, who number approximately 200, will focus on wanted suspects for violent offenses instead, and use other methods besides traffic stops to make arrests. The new changes will take place in late November of 2019 and were directed by community leaders who criticized the Metro Division’s “stop and search” methods. Retana told the LA Times that the stop and search methods by the LAPD have caused quite the distress on the Black and Latinx community in South LA. “These changes to Metro’s policing style in South Los

Angeles vindicate what our community has been saying all along about the highly imbalanced use of pre-textual stops on Black and Brown people,” said Retana, on behalf of PUSH LA coalition.” We need to ensure that there’s proof that the stops by Metro are in fact ending, which means the LAPD must be transparent in its release of real data in regular reports.”

both young and old.” The honor isn’t the only one for Johnson. Corporate Office Properties Trust (COPT) agreed this month to rename its 7000 Columbia Gateway Drive building in Columbia, Maryland, the Katherine G. Johnson Building. A plaque will be placed at DreamPort’s 7000 Columbia Gateway Drive entrance commemorating the naming of the building in honor of Mrs. Johnson and her legendary accomplishments as a NASA mathematician and her essential role in the space program, according to a news release. At 101 years of age, Mrs. Johnson is the recipient of numerous honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, multiple NASA Langley Research Center Special Achievement awards, and many others. In addition to the recognition by COPT, Johnson has other buildings, schools, and libraries named after her. In an earlier interview, Johnson told NNPA Newswire that she missed working. “I’d go back now,” she said. After leaving her teaching job in 1953, Johnson began working for NASA and was able to calculate the trajectory for numerous space missions, including for the space flight of Alan Shephard, the first American in space and the path for the famed 1968 Apollo 11 flight to the

Moon. “I’d do them over if I had to. I’d do anything for anyone,” Johnson stated. At an early age, Johnson developed enviable math skills so much so that even NASA officials wrote a story about her titled, “The girl who loved to count.” “I counted everything. I counted the steps to the road, the steps up to the church, the number of dishes and silverware I washed anything that could be counted, I did,” Johnson said. “I entered college; I was 15. I was going to be a math teacher because that was it. You could be a math teacher or a nurse, but I was told I would make a good research mathematician and they had me take all of the courses in the catalog,” she stated. When Glenn went to the Moon, Johnson said her “Hidden Figures” crew acted as the computer for the mission. Calculating everything involved in the flight became like a geometry problem, Johnson recalled. “I felt most proud of the success of the Apollo mission. We had to determine so much. Where you were, where the Moon would be and how fast the astronauts were going,” Johnson stated. “We were really concerned, but the astronaut had to do it just as we laid it out. I was looking at the television and hoping that we’re right.”

Black Press Joins Congressional Black Caucus in Denouncing New Cuba Travel Ban NNPA NEWSWIRE — Rep. Karen Bass (D-Calif.), the chair of the CBC, said suspending flights from the United States to all destinations outside of Havana is yet another cruel and counterproductive policy put forth by the Trump administration. By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

without political interference from the federal government,” Lee added. “Abandoning our progress makes no sense and achieves nothing. This is a completely unnecessary step backward for American families and businesses, the Cuban people, and U.S. global leadership,” she stated. National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis said the trade association that represents the newspaper and media companies that comprise the Black Press of America supports the CBC’s position against the new travel restrictions to Cuba. “The NNPA forthrightly supports and joins with the CBC in expressing our opposition to the imposition of new travel restrictions on citizens of the United States to travel to the Republic of Cuba,” Chavis stated. “African Americans, in particular, have an anthropological, cultural, and African ancestry direct connection with the people of

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Cons * Heavy Our videos allow the autos to speak for themselves without any CBC leaders said Trump's actions would negatively affect the U.S. economy. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA) The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has heavily criticized President Donald Trump’s decision to limit further the ability of American citizens to travel to Cuba. CBC leaders said Trump’s actions would negatively affect the U.S. economy. They also called the decision another personal attack by the president against the policies of former President Barack Obama. The White House announced that the president has banned all flights to Cuba with the exception of Havana. The action, which comes four months after the Administration banned cruises to Cuba, will take effect on December 10. “In line with the President’s foreign policy toward Cuba, this action prevents revenue from reaching the Cuban regime that has been used to finance its ongoing repression of the Cuban people and its support for Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela,” State Department officials said in a news release. “This action will prevent the Castro regime from profiting from U.S. air travel and using the revenues to repress the Cuban people,” Secretary of State Mike Pompeo wrote on Twitter. Rep. Karen Bass (D-Calif.), the chair of the CBC, said suspending flights from the United States to all destinations outside of Havana is yet another cruel and counterproductive policy put forth by the Trump

administration. “Over 20 years ago, members of the Congressional Black Caucus created a program to recruit young African American and Latino students to attend medical school in Cuba at no cost,” Bass stated. “Over the years, hundreds of students have been trained with the commitment to return to the United States and work in underserved communities. “These young doctors provide health care to the most vulnerable among us. This new policy from the Trump administration can impact these students’ ability to return home for exams freely and to visit their families,” she said. Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) said the ban isn’t good for anyone – Americans or Cubans. “Instead of considering the best interests of the American and Cuban people, the president has made a political decision to squander jobs, severely restrict travel, and undermine our international standing,” Lee stated. “Since President Obama transformed U.S. relations with Cuba in 2014, Americans and Cubans alike have reaped the benefits of expanded trade, loosened travel restrictions, and strengthened diplomatic ties. “The American people should be able to exercise their fundamental right to travel (continued in next 2 columns)

Cuba. The Trump Administration should not suspend flights from the United States to all destinations outside of Havana,” Chavis added. “This new policy is a counterproductive and serious violation of human rights of all who live in Cuba and the United States. We called for the immediate restoration of U.S. travel to all airports in Cuba without discrimination or restrictions,” he said. Bass added that the policy would make it harder for Americans to do business with and travel to Cuba. The administration’s approach to trade, tourism, and family remittances not only hurts ordinary Cubans but will ultimately lead to a slowdown of business for U.S. companies, Bass stated. “What possible impact could restricting these flights have for the national security interest of the United States?” she said. “This arbitrary move seems more intent on reversing the Obama legacy than achieving any foreign policy goals.”

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‘Reimagine Protect & Serve’ In 2017, the number of cars stopped and searched by Metro rose from a few thousand cars prior to 63,000, which are about 12 percent of all LAPD traffic stops. Opponents of the LAPD, and its divisions, criticized Metro saying it reminds of the crucial times of the past where the police targeted mostly minorities. Moore said in a statement regarding the Times’ analysis that it didn’t cover all aspects, but that the report raised concerns he will take a closer look at. “We’re aware that the disparate impact on communities of color, particularly in South Los Angeles, raises concerns about trust and confidence that this is a department that’s sensitive to what our interaction with them are,” he said. “I think…what traffic stops represent is a small area of what our work is. Our work is in many different fronts in regard to public safety, including prevention and intervention efforts.” Community Coalition, ACLU work in tandem Since the ACLU and CoCo were among the only local social justice organizations that demanded Mayor Garcetti to pull Metro back from South LA completely, or at least cut back on random traffic stops and searches, vehicle stops have been down by 11 percent by all LAPD officers in comparison to the same period last year. In a statement issued by Garcetti to the Times, he said, “I look forward to our Police Commission and department leaders using this information to improve best practices, and I expect the department to work consciously and evenhandedly to earn the trust of every Angeleno, every day, with every interaction.”

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Manager Fired After Two Black Men Arrested in Starbucks Has Filed a Racial Discrimination Lawsuit Local/National News

Philadelphia, PA — Shannon Phillips, a former regional manager at Starbucks, has filed a lawsuit for racial discrimination claiming that the coffee giant fired her after the highly-publicized arrest of two Black men just because she is white. Phillips, who said she was a 13year employee of Starbucks, said she was a regional manager who oversees stores in southern New Jersey, Delaware, parts of Maryland, and the Philadelphia area when employees at a Philadelphia location called 911 to report the trespassing of two Black men in April 2018. The men, Rashon Nelson and Dante Robinson, who were apparently waiting inside the store for a business meeting, were arrested. A video of the incident went viral and sparked national outrage. A month after the incident, Phillips claimed that she was ordered to suspend a white Starbucks manager of a store whose nonwhite employees were allegedly receiving less pay than white employees. When she

objected and said that store managers don’t determine salaries which are set by a different division of the company, she was fired the next day. She added in her lawsuit that the manager who her bosses wanted her to suspend had nothing to do with the arrest of the two Black men or the store where it happened, while the manager of the involved store, who was Black, did not receive any punishment. Moreover, she stated that she regularly “received positive performance evaluations and related merit driven bonuses and salary increases.” Phillips said in her lawsuit she would still have her job if she was not white. She is seeking a jury trial and compensatory and punitive damages. Meanwhile, a representative for Starbucks released a statement denying Phillips’ lawsuit claims, stating, “We do not believe there is any merit to it and we’re prepared to present our case in court.”