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Vol. 50 No. 26

October 17, 2019 - October 23, 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)

Atatiana Jefferson, Killed by Police Officer in Her Own Home

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Montgomery, Alabama, elects its first black mayor, unofficial results show By Eric Levenson and Steve Almasy, CNN Updated 5:17 PM ET, Wed October 9, 2019

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Nobody looked at this video and said there’s any doubt that this officer acted inappropriately,” Forth Worth Police Chief Ed Kraus noted. “I was going to fire [Dean] even before he quit. We had already taken his badge and weapon. There were violations in his use of force, and he didn’t follow de-escalation protocols. His conduct was unprofessional. There are times for officers to act as warriors and defenders, and there are times for them to act as public servants and humble servants.” By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

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Atatiana Jefferson, a 2014 Xavier University biology graduate, worked in the pharmaceutical industry and was contemplating becoming a doctor Atatiana Jefferson, a 2014 Xavier University biology graduate who worked in the pharmaceutical industry and was contemplating becoming a doctor, lived a life of purpose that mattered to all of those who gathered for a vigil on Sunday, Oct. 13, outside of her singlestory, purple-painted home in Fort Worth. Atatiana also mattered to her eight-year old nephew, who is a witness to this tragedy. But she didn’t seem to matter at all to 34-year old Fort Worth, Texas Police Officer Aaron Dean. Dean and his unidentified partner were asked to check on the well-being of the occupants in her home – Atatiana and her young nephew. It was very late at night and James Smith, a concerned neighbor, noticed that her door had been left ajar. Smith dialed 311, a service established specifically for non-emergencies, to ask police to simply check on the home. Dean and his partner arrived. Upon hearing the commotion outside of her home, Atatiana approached her window to see what was happening. Without

identifying himself as a police officer, Dean shouted a command, “Let me see your hands!” and immediately opened fire, shooting through the window and killing Atatiana. Atatiana Jefferson didn’t matter to Officer Aaron Dean, and his indifference meant that she would become the sixth African American to die at the hands of police gunfire in 2019. It’s a statistic that activists and residents are very much aware of, one that has the city of Fort Worth on edge. After Dean’s resignation on Sunday, and his arrest on murder charges a day later, residents are demanding action from the City’s leadership. “Every day you are worried about who might be the next victim,” Stephon Little, one of the many mourners to gather at Jefferson’s home, told reporters. “You’re worried about what could happen if you’re pulled over, or in other circumstances. Now, you worry about sitting inside your house eating ice cream, sitting inside your house playing video games with a child,” Little stated. Eating ice cream was a clear

reference to Botham Jean, a Dallas resident killed by a police officer. Jean was shot and killed while sitting inside his home eating ice cream and watching television. Only days before Atatiana’s killing, a jury convicted former Dallas Police Officer Amber Guyger for Botham Jean’s murder, returning the verdict in less than 24 hours. Guyger received a controversial 10-year sentence in prison for her crime. “I cannot make sense of why she had to lose her life,” Fort Worth Police Chief Ed Kraus stated during a news conference announcing Dean’s arrest. Dean was released on $200,000 bond and his police union vowed to financially support his defense, which is certain to highlight that a gun was later found in Atatiana’s home. Lee Merritt, the lawyer representing Atatiana’s family, said that shouldn’t matter. Merritt was backed in his words by Kraus and Fort Worth Mayor, Betsy Price. Texas’ “castle doctrine” law allows someone to use deadly force in their homes if there’s a

threat, which means even if Jefferson carried her weapon to the window in which she was shot, she was within her rights legally. “The gun is irrelevant,” Mayor Price told reporters. “Atatiana was in her own home caring for her 8-year-old nephew. She was the victim,” Price stated. Kraus stated that he would also refer the case to the FBI so the agency could review federal civil rights charges. “This is a pivotal moment in our city, and we will have a top-tobottom review of the police department,” Price said. “Nobody looked at this video and said there’s any doubt that this officer acted inappropriately,” Forth Worth Police Chief Ed Kraus noted. “I was going to fire [Dean] even before he quit. We had already taken his badge and weapon. There were violations in his use of force, and he didn’t follow de-escalation protocols. His conduct was unprofessional. There are times for officers to act as warriors and defenders, and there are times for them to act as public servants and humble servants.”

Black News Channel (BNC) TV Launches in America New 24/7 News Network Scheduled to Launch in November 2019 By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In a joint teleconference broadcast live from the Four Season’s Hotel in New York’s Financial District, the Black News Channel (BNC) and the National Newspaper Publishers Association announced the official launch date and time for the nation’s first 24-hour, 7-days a week all-news TV channel that will focus on African American news. The new channel promises to inform, educate, and empower nearly 50 million African Americans now living in the United States. The potential for the network appears almost limitless. BNC will immediately have the

potential to reach 33 million households daily in all the major media markets across the nation. Combined with the millions of readers who consume information from NNPA’s Black-owned newspapers and media companies each week, the BNC could quickly become the top destination for all who want to consume African American news on TV and on mobile devices. BNC, which officially launches at 6 a.m. on Friday, November 15, 2019 has agreements with Charter Communications, Comcast and DISH TV. The network already has commitments for carriage in major African American hubs like Atlanta, New York City, Chicago,

(CNN)Montgomery County Probate Judge Steven Reed won the mayoral run-off election, unofficial results show, and will become the first black mayor of Montgomery, Alabama, since the city was founded in 1819. Local media called the election for Reed, who overwhelmingly defeated television station owner David Woods by more than 16,000 votes. "Let the record show tonight, above all ... what we can do when we come together in this city and we build around positivity, around opportunity, and all the things that tie us together versus those things that keep us apart," Reed told supporters at a rally turned victory party. Montgomery elected its first black mayor in 200 years. This is why it matters Montgomery elected its first black mayor in 200 years. This is why it matters Reed's message was one of unity. "Tonight isn't the end, tonight is the beginning," he said. "Tonight sent a signal, not just to all of us here in Montgomery, all of us in Alabama, it sent a signal throughout this country about what kind of community we are right now, not what we were." The vote count, according to the Montgomery County Election Center, with 98% of precincts reporting, was: • Reed: 32,918 votes; 67.3% • Woods: 16,010 votes; 32.7% In his concession speech, Woods said he would work to support Reed and to bring Montgomery together as a united city, according to the Montgomery Advertiser. Reed and Woods received the most votes in August in the city's 12-person primary, leading to Tuesday's run-off. Reed got 42% of the vote, while Woods earned about 25%, CNN affiliate WSFA reported. "We ran a very good race. We worked hard, met with a lot of people, and it just worked out that our opponent had more votes than we did," Woods told WSFA. This new lynching memorial rewrites American history This new lynching memorial rewrites American history Sixty percent of Montgomery's roughly 200,000 residents are

black or African-American, according to the US Census. Longtime resident Diana Stokes Williams told CNN outside a polling station she had marched during the civil rights movement, been through segregation and was "very aware of the prejudice that has existed in her community." "Coming from Montgomery ... where there's been a lot, Alabama's been full of lot of prejudice , and to go from (former Alabama Gov.) George Wallace to Reed would be a major step." Williams said she voted in every election and it is important to have someone who looks like Reed represent the community. She said as a black man, Reed has a greater perspective on life in Montgomery and can see both sides. She added that she hoped Reed would represent all races. Alabama's second-largest city and its capital, Montgomery was also the first capital of the Confederacy early in the Civil War, and many streets and schools still bear Confederate names. Montgomery later became the site of Rosa Parks' famed bus boycott in 1955 and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Dexter Avenue Baptist church, as well as the destination of the 1965 Selma-toMontgomery protest marches that met with brutal police violence and led to the Voting Rights Act. The nation's first memorial to the more than 4,000 victims of lynchings, the National Memorial for Peace and Justice, opened last year in Montgomery. Candidate touts role as first black probate judge Steven Reed and David Woods Steven Reed and David Woods Reed was elected in 2012 as a probate judge in Montgomery County, becoming the first African-American and youngest person to do so, his website says. Woods is the owner and president of Woods Communications, which owns local television station WCOV, a CNN affiliate. Todd Strange, Montgomery's mayor since 2009, was not running for reelection. CNN's LaRell Reynolds in Montgomery and Konstantin Toropin contributed to this report.

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October 17, 2019

COMMUNITY/EDUCATION/ADVERTISING

Poll of likely voters shows rising student debt problems: Weakened borrower protections, blocked debt relief cited By Charlene Crowell, Center for Responsible

When likely voters across the country were recently asked their opinions about student loan borrowing, 82% agreed that the still-growing $1.5 trillion debt is a national crisis. Even when partisan affiliations were included, the solid concern for this unsustainable financial burden held strong: 74% of Republicans, 80% of independents, and 90% of Democrats. When asked further about the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)’s reduced efforts to protect students from abusive student loans and student loan services, those most concerned were Blacks, Latinx (73%), consumers earning less than $50,000 per year (72%). Additionally, voters in early Democratic Primary States agreed at 77%, as did both women and military or veterans’ households that polled 70% each. Conducted by Lake Research Partners and Chesapeake Beach Consulting, the poll was jointly commissioned by the Americans for Financial Reform (AFR) and Center for Responsible Lending (CRL). Its student loan results, released on October 2, found that recent actions by the Department of Education (DOE) and the CFPB both contributed to consumer concerns. Higher penalty fees charged to struggling borrowers, making it harder for state and federal law enforcement agencies to pursue wrongdoing by state loan servicers and blocked debt relief for students who were defrauded by for-profit institutions were the

total wealth of $10,700 compared to whites who are close to breaking even; and About half of all Black borrowers and a third of all Latinx borrowers wind up defaulting on their student loans within 20 years. With researchers and consumers agreeing that student debt is at crisis levels, the larger question becomes: What – as a nation – are we prepared to do about it? And if so – when? With 44 million people affected by student loan debt, this trilliondollar issue should not be ignored but rather vigorously debated as part of the 2020 elections in the interest of our collective futures. “Without proactive regulatory action and strong state laws,” said Debbie Goldstein, CRL Executive Vice President, “students of color will continue to carry larger debt burdens, exacerbating the racial wealth gap.” (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA top DOE criticisms cited in survey. “[T]he Department of Education seems to be making it easier for for-profit colleges and servicers to take advantage of students,” said Debbie Goldstein, CRL Executive Vice President. “We need a Department of Education that holds for-profit institutions accountable for abusive practices and a CFPB with a division that protects borrowers from predatory student loan servicers.” “Without proactive regulatory action and strong state laws,” continued Goldstein, “students of color will continue to carry larger debt burdens, exacerbating the racial wealth gap.”

“The student debt crisis in the United States deserves greater attention and voters know it,” noted Alexis Goldstein AFR Senior Policy Counsel. “Borrowers need federal authorities as allies, not as apologists for the for-profit college industry.” The disproportionate student debt burdens borne by Black and Latino borrowers was the focus of a joint research report by the NAACP, National Urban League, UNIDOS US, Leadership Conference Education Fund and CRL. Initially published this July, QUICKSAND: Borrowers of Color & the Student Debt Crisis, the report examined how

unprecedented debt levels weigh heaviest on Black America. Key findings from that report show that: Today, over half of all families with Black heads of household aged 25-40 have student debt. Black bachelor ’s degree graduates are unable to afford loan repayments at five times the rate of comparable white graduates. These Black grads are also more likely to default than whites who never completed a degree. Four years after graduation, nearly half of black graduates owe more on their undergraduate

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San Bernardino County, CA (September 23, 2019)—Imagine writing a 50,000-word novel in a single month. That means writing approximately 1,667 words each day of character dialogue, scene descriptions, and plot. It might sound impossible, but it isn’t because hundreds of thousands of people all over the world have done it, some multiple times. That’s the magic of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). NaNoWriMo celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, inspiring writers online and in person to get their ideas down on the page to share with the world. For everyone who has ever dreamed of being a writer, ever dreamed of completing the novel that has been playing out in their head, November becomes a call to action to start writing and keep writing. By joining the NaNoWriMo website, writers can declare their novel to the world, earn badges for their writing achievements, and join a worldwide community of writers all working in November towards the same goal—50,000 words.

to create multiple virtual classrooms. Resources such as Common Core-aligned lesson plans and Young Novelist Workbooks are also available. In addition, NoNoWriMo sends out free classroom kits each year filled with posters, stickers, and other offline resources.

An Entire Community With You As You Write This November, Municipal Liaisons (MLs) will coordinate hundreds of local, in-person writing events, working with local businesses, libraries, and community centers to bring creative writing into cities and regions across the globe. In San Bernardino County alone, a team of two MLs will be holding meetups during October to help potential novelists prepare and schedule write-ins during November to offer support, inspiration and free swag to participants. The Come Write In program (CWI) includes partners at more than 1,000 libraries, book stores, and community spaces around the world. This year, that includes the Feldheym Central Library in San Bernardino.

NaNo Prep Highland! Wednesday, October 16, 5 p.m. Highland Branch Library 7863 Central Avenue, Highland 92346 Informational and plotting session at the Highland library Get Ready to Novel! Sunday, October 20, 4 p.m. Starbucks Coffee 4365 University Parkway, San Bernardino 92407 Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while you learn about NaNoWriMo, get familiar with the new website and forums, and have your burning novel prep questions answered San Bernardino City Prep Event Tuesday, October 22, 6 p.m.

NaNoWriMo’s Young Writers Program website features an interactive, youth-friendly writing space, a robust suite of admin tools, and the ability for educators

SanBerdooNaNo The San Bernardino County region of NaNoWriMo, known as SanBerdooNaNo, has its own social media accounts and a special area on the official NaNoWriMo online forums. The local MLs will also be hosting NaNoWriMo prep sessions across the county in October. Drop by one or more prep sessions to learn about NaNoWriMo, get some tips on

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High Desert Planning Night Thursday, October 24, 5:30 p.m. Comic Cult HD 9594 I Avenue, Suite F, Hesperia 92345 Hang out with local High Desert writers and get help planning your NaNoWriMo project NaNoWriMo Kick Off Party Sunday, October 27, 2 p.m. Comic Cult HD 9594 I Avenue, Suite F, Hesperia 92345 A social and motivational event before you start your novel

Tri-Caucus Releases Higher Education Act Reauthorization Priorities By Sentinel News Service

Twenty years after starting school, the typical Black borrower owed about $17,500 more than their white peers; The typical Black student loan holder in their 30’s, has negative

Tri-Caucus Releases Higher Education Act Reauthorization Priorities...continued (NJ-12). “Higher education is the pathway to financial security and professional success for many in our communities of color. The Congressional TriCaucus is proud to introduce our Higher Education Priorities and take a stand for students of color across the country,” said the Tri-Caucus Chairs. “Our communities have unique education needs, and we have a proud heritage in our Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions, and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions. As we strive for the success of these schools and students of color everywhere, our priorities outline the keys to their success, including supporting their financial needs, strengthening the education they receive, and ensuring they are competitive in the workforce. These priorities will open doors of opportunity for students of every background, from first generation college students to undocumented youth and every community from urban to rural. We hope that, with these guidelines to our federal policy, we will help every student of color attain success and fulfill the promise of the American dream.” The Tri-Caucus Higher Education Principles are as follows: Tri-Caucus Priorities for the Reauthorization of the Higher Education Act in the 116th Congress

Congresswoman Karen Bass (File Photo)

Supporting Writers of All Ages This is the 14th year of the Young Writers Program (YWP), which brings NaNoWriMo’s unique style of creative writing into classrooms. The YWP helps young writers—participating both in classrooms and independently—set individual word-count goals and divide their work into daily, achievable milestones.

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student loans than they did when they received their degree; by contrast, only 17% of white graduates face this same dilemma. Similarly findings and concerns were found in a September student loan debt report entitled Stalling Dreams by Brandeis University’s Institute on Assets and Social Policy, a part of its Heller School for Social Policy and Management. Among its key findings:

The Chairs of the Congressional TriCaucus –Congressional Black (CBC) Caucus Chair Karen Bass (CA-37), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chair Joaquin Castro (TX-20), and Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC) Chair Judy Chu (CA-27) – released their Tri-Caucus Higher Education Priorities for the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act. These Tri-Caucus Priorities identify the best way to address educational inequities for students of color. They include strengthening the capacity of Minority Serving Institutions, the quality of education offered at all institutions of higher education, and resources that

help students of every income level and background succeed. Finally, they include priorities most important to our communities, like support for undocumented youth and programs that ensure the recruitment and retention of teachers of color. The priorities were also endorsed by the Tri-Caucus education chairs: CHC Education and Labor Task Force Chair Raúl Grijalva (AZ-3), CAPAC Education Task Force Chair Mark Takano (CA-41), and CBC Education and Labor Task Force Co-Chairs Danny Davis (IL-7), Frederica Wilson (FL-24), and Bonnie Watson Coleman (continued in next 2 columns)

“We need a racial equity filter for solutions to reverse the consequences of our current privatized high education financing regime,” states Brandeis’ Stalling Dreams. “We need a return to strong public investment in higher education that acknowledges the societal benefit on an educated public.” In other words, if you’re drowning in student debt, your education is working against you – instead of for you. It’s time for a new paradigm in American education. Charlene Crowell is the Center for Responsible Lending’s Communications Deputy Director. She can be reached at Charlene.crowell@res ponsiblelending.org.

Improve College Affordability Federal Pell Grants and Work Study Increase the maximum award level of Pell Grants so they better align with the rising cost of higher education. Index Pell Grants to inflation. Revise the formula used to allocate work study funds based on student need and Pell Grant aid. Provide tuition-free and debt-free colleges and universities by investing in federal-state partnerships to make a four-year college degree possible to achieve without debt. Increase funding for Federal Work Study at institutions that enroll high levels of Pell Grant recipients. Improve access to work study opportunities aligned with academic study and career interests, including those in community service-learning programs for low-income students. Establish additional funding for students that complement Pell Grants. This funding would cover costs of living (food, housing, transportation, etc.) and non-tuition educational costs (books, fees, etc.). Restore Pell Grant eligibility for incarcerated people. Extend Federal Financial aid eligibility to undocumented students and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) recipients. Maintain year-round Pell Grant availability. Provide new Pell Grant eligibility for short term training programs offered at (continued on page 6)

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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October 17, 2019

WORLD GOVERNMENT/BUSINESS/ADVERTISING

Lower Emissions, Cleaner Environment: API Says ‘We’re On It’ By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

Governor Signs New Era of Charter School Rules Into Law The end to decades of intractable charter warfare came courtesy of an unstoppable grassroots movement By Bil Raden

The “We’re on It” campaign underscores the commitment of the natural gas and oil industry to provide reliable and affordable energy, while reducing emissions and its footprint When it comes to lowering emissions and reducing its environmental footprint in the U.S., the American Petroleum Institute (API) wants the world to know that the natural gas and oil industry is already doing it. A new API advertising campaign highlights the natural gas and oil industry’s leadership in reducing emissions, protecting the environment, making climate progress and serving consumers. While one commercial focuses on the role of industry as problem solvers, a second highlights industry’s ability to solve complex problems. API has already been vocal throughout the year on the climate role that industry plays in, while providing abundant, reliable, and affordable energy across the world. API President and CEO Mike Sommers notes that the industry is “laserfocused” on tackling the dual challenge of delivering energy globally and protecting the planet. Sommers says that the industry is keeping pace with record demand for affordable fuels while

reducing emissions every step of the way. By investing in innovative technologies, developing stateof-the-art standards and supporting smart regulations that reduce emissions, Sommers says the industry is improving sustainability, particularly in the production of clean natural gas. API counts as the only national trade association that represents all facets of the natural gas and oil industry, which supports 10.3 million U.S. jobs and nearly 8% of the U.S. economy. The 100-year-old trade association’s focus is primarily domestic, but it notes that exported liquefied natural gas (LNG) also can help lower global emissions while addressing thirdworld countries’ lack of access to modern energy. API touts the benefits of increased use of natural gas in projections by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) that energy-related carbon dioxide emissions will decline this year by 2.5%. Meanwhile anew (continued in last 2 columns)

State Treasurer Fiona Ma Announces New Housing, Economic Development, Jobs and Opportunity Zone Ad Hoc Committee State/Government News SACRAMENTO – California State Treasurer Fiona Ma announced today she has appointed 12 housing and economic development experts to a new committee that will assist her office in coming up with outof-the-box strategies to advance her housing and economic development goals. In January when the Treasurer was sworn-in, she outlined goals to: 1) Increase housing production; 2) Increase efficiencies in the use of resources she has available for housing production and economic development; 3) Incentivize/spur new technology; 4) Increase opportunities for people of color in the development and investment space; 5) Empower people to be part of the development happening in their communities; and 6) Increase opportunities for wealth building for all individuals irrespective of the zip code they live in. These goals represent a cultural shift in the way the Treasurer’s Office has historically done business. The newly formed Housing, Economic Development, Jobs and Opportunity Zone Ad Hoc Committee will consist of the following leaders: Acquanetta Warren, Mayor of the City of Fontana. Angelov Farooq, Owner of AVM Innovation Consulting, LLC. Ashley Swearengin, President and CEO of Central Valley Community Foundation. Candace Bond McKeever, President and CEO of Strategic Solutions Group Inc. Carlos Rodriguez, Executive Officer of the Building Industry Association, Southern California, Baldy View Chapter. Dalila Sotelo, Managing Director and Vice President of the Integral Group, LLC. Jim Reynolds, Chairman and CEO of Loop Capital. Michael Chan, President of ASIAN Inc. Priscilla Chan, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. Sergio Sanchez, Former Councilmember, City of Salinas.

Veronica Smith, Founder and Principal of Impact Brands Inc. William Leach, Founder of Kingdom Development Inc. "I sought creative people who are not interested in the status quo," said Treasurer Ma. "These are thoughtful leaders who will come up with innovative solutions." Deputy Treasurer Jovan Agee said Treasurer Ma has assembled a team of "doers that mirror her desire to get things done and solve problems that have plagued communities in California for decades." "This committee is the type of public-private partnership needed to provide the Treasurer with additional intellectual capital to help achieve her goals." Agee added. Fiona Ma is California’s 34th State Treasurer. She was elected on November 6, 2018 with more votes (7,825,587) than any other candidate for treasurer in the state's history. She is the first woman of color and the first woman Certified Public Accountant (CPA) elected to the position. The State Treasurer’s Office was created in the California Constitution in 1849. It provides financing for schools, roads, housing, recycling and waste management, hospitals, public facilities, and other crucial infrastructure projects that better the lives of residents. California is the world’s fifth-largest economy and Treasurer Ma is the state’s primary banker. Her office processes more than $2 trillion in payments within a typical year. She provides transparency and oversight for the government’s investment portfolio and accounts, as well as for the state’s surplus funds. Treasurer Ma oversees an investment portfolio of more than $90 billion, approximately $23 billion of which are local government funds. She serves as agent for sale for all State bonds, and is trustee on over $90 billion of outstanding debt. For more news about the State Treasurer’s Office, please follow Treasurer Ma on Twitter at @CalTreasurer, Instagram at caltreasurer, and on Facebook at California State Treasurer's Office

Now Make Me Do It. State lawmakers, along with labor and education leaders, gathered at the governor’s office last week to do something few had imagined possible only a year ago — celebrate the close of California’s unregulated charter school expansion. “This is what policymaking is about,” beamed Governor Gavin Newsom as he signed Assembly Bill 1505 and AB 1507. “Moving the needle and making a difference.” California school boards now have a say in whether a proposed charter school is a healthy fit for their districts; existing charters now have a clear roadmap for renewal. The Why Now for such a seemingly sudden turnaround to decades of intractable charter warfare came courtesy of California Teachers Association (CTA) president E. Toby Boyd, when he singled out the thousands of “educators, parents, social justice advocates [and the] community groups and our union partners,” who together created an unstoppable grassroots movement that offered Sacramento and the charter sector no other choice. (Disclosure: CTA is a financial supporter of this website.) “Learning Curves” is a weekly roundup of news items, profiles and dish about the intersection of education and inequality. Send tips, feedback and announcements of upcoming events to braden@capitalandmain.com, @BillRaden. “You can’t ignore a groundswell,” agreed organizer and K-12 News Network cofounder Cynthia Liu, who credited the galvanizing force of the 2016 presidential election and this year’s California teachers strikes for the breakout of charter law reforms. “People are beginning to realize there is such

Photo courtesy of California Governor's Office a thing as a public good, and maybe it’s not so great to have profiteers, whether they’re oil profiteers or ed tech profiteers or whatever it is come into this public good and just strip-mine it.” The Southern California mom traces her own moment of truth to the depths of the Great Recession and the budget cuts to her son’s public kindergarten. She says she became angry and exasperated by the media’s parroting of unverified charter claims: “I already knew about the 40 years of public education disinvestment through Proposition 13, so I sort of plunged in.” LAUSD parent activist Tracy Cook was already an environmental justice veteran when, she said, she made the connection between the corporate money flowing to what she calls “oily Democrats,” last year’s record-breaking independent expenditures on behalf of statewide charter candidates and the Trump-DeVos cheerleading of school choice. “I thought, ‘Oh, sweet Jesus! If I can knock on doors with my husband in Westminster for

[Democratic congressional candidate] Harley Rouda for six weeks, and if I can show up to protect the Mojave Desert from the Cadiz Water people or the Sacramento Delta from Big Ag, I can certainly show up for [AB] 1505 and 1507.’” Up in Oakland, meanwhile, public schools advocate Mike Hutchinson had been lobbying for something like the immunity offered by AB 1505 for fiscally struggling districts from new charter creation ever since Oakland Unified emerged from its disastrous, 2003 state takeover. (It was stricken by debt and burdened by the largest percentage of charter students in California.) “For OUSD, it’s a huge step forward,” the Oakland Public Education Network (OPEN) founder explained. “The way I read the bill, Oakland will not be approving any new charter schools anytime soon, because we’re by definition in financial distress. And with this law, if we get a good school board elected in Oakland next year, that board will finally have the tools they need to better manage our

resources.” But last week’s Sacramento signing ceremony was just the beginning of more far-reaching reforms in progress. “We all know that the bills were a lot stronger when they came out of the assembly,” Liu reasoned, “and we know that the legislature is capable of more.” How much more is hinted at in “Public Funds for Public Schools,” the pro-public ed resolution championed by Liu and other activists that was just adopted as a California Democratic Party position at its August executive board meeting. The activists’ long game? Nothing less than restoring Californians’ faith in — and full funding of — the democratic project of free and universal public education. Which, Liu translated, means good governance and stewardship of public resources through local control and accountability. But first there’s the little matter of a progressive tax measure on the 2020 ballot called the Schools and Communities First ballot initiative that’s in need of some grassroots love and momentum.

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network will have news bureaus around the country, including Washington, D.C. and New York City. Former Republican U.S. Congressman J.C. Watts is chairman of BNC, which is backed financially by business mogul and Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan. “This platform will create a venue for the African American community to have a dialogue to talk about news, education and cultural things,” stated Watts, who added that the network has been in the planning stage for many years. “I had an afro when I started this,” Watts referenced. “It’s especially important to have the Black Press of America join us in this venture. I bet most people don’t realize that there are 223 African American-owned newspapers in the NNPA, and that’s content for us,” Watts stated. “We suffered a big blow with the loss of Ebony and Jet, publications I grew up reading. But I still read the Black Press in Oklahoma City, growing up.” NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., who participated in the teleconference, said the NNPA’s partnership with the BNC is a profound win-win for Black America. “This year marks the 192nd year of the Black Press of America. Black Americans striving for excellence in all fields of endeavor give life to our culture that attracts and impacts all people. We set trends for ourselves and others,” Chavis stated. “We’re not a cursed people, and we are a blessed people. We continue to strive for excellence, and to have Shad Khan announced as a primary investor for the launch and sustainable development of the BNC is of major significance,” Chavis noted. Kahn told NNPA Newswire that the decision to back BNC was

A BNC correspondent will examine life on the HBCU campuses and explain why the experiences students have at these institutions of learning are so meaningful in the cultural development of many students’ lives. The weekly one-hour program will focus on what is happening at HBCUs that is good, positive, and uplifting. Additionally, one of the many topics will include Sickle Cell Diseases, the blood disorder that disproportionately affects African Americans. Veteran TV anchor Kelly Wright, who will host a 6 p.m. show on BNC, said his inaugural program would include a segment on the NNPA’s missing black girls

easy once he looked at the mission and the business model. “I am a big believer in the fact that we have a number of communities, obviously especially the African American community, who are underserved,” stated Kahn, a magnate in the auto equipment industry. In addition to the Jaguars, he owns the Fulham Football Club of the English Football League, All Elite Wrestling, and the Four Seasons Hotel Toronto. “I hope that as time goes on, this becomes a bridge to connect all the cultures, including obviously south Asian. But I do believe there is an undeniable calling for everything the Black News Channel will deliver to African American television audiences, who have historically been underserved in an era where networks have otherwise successfully targeted news to specific demographic groups and interests. My decision to invest is an easy one because we get to answer that calling,” Kahn explained. Both Watts and Kahn promised that BNC will give a voice to the varied experiences of African Americans and will not just tell a segment of the story but will tell the entire story. “We will inform, educate, inspire, and empower the African American community,” Watts added. BNC will have three primary anchor teams who will host the network’s evening newscast, morning newscast, and mid-day D.C. Today Live broadcast. In addition to primary anchor teams, BNC also will have high-profile expert contributors who will add commentary and information to each newscast. The network will work with historically black colleges and universities to ensure that all African Americans have a voice. (continued in next 2 columns)

national series. That series spotlights the more than 424,000 African American women and girls who have gone missing in the United States over the past half-decade. “We’re not looking to be Republican or Democrat. There will be current affairs, but we are culturally specific to the African American community. MSNBC, Fox News, CNN may have African American faces on their news shows, but they are not necessarily covering the community from a cultural perspective,” Watts stated. “We’re not looking to be left or right. We will be authentic and true to enriched and diverse African American experience.”

Lower Emissions, Cleaner Environment: API Says ‘We’re On It...continued Department of Energy report on the life cycle of greenhouse gas emissions associated with U.S. LNG exports confirmed the environmental benefits of natural gas vs. coal – which is significant given expanding markets in Asia and Europe for U.S. LNG. EIA’s CO2 projection, along with the projected 4.9% increase in natural gas consumed for power generation relative to 2018, underscores the point that increased use of natural gas in fueling power generation lowers CO2 emissions, and that the recent trend of the U.S. recording the lowest CO2 levels in a generation will continue. Natural gas’ competitiveness in the marketplace is a key to these national and global opportunities. The abundant, affordable fuel has driven emissions lower and helped the pocketbooks of U.S. consumers, especially low- and fixed-income households. Meanwhile, American liquified natural gas (LNG) exports are affecting the economics of power generation abroad. While positive developments should affect all citizens, African

Americans and other minorities should especially take note. “Our industry certainly recognizes the great opportunity to enlist the talents and skills of more women, African Americans and Hispanics. A recent study projected nearly 1.9 million direct job opportunities in industry through 2035, with women and minorities accounting for hundreds of thousands of them.” The “We’re on It” campaign underscores the commitment of the natural gas and oil industry to provide reliable and affordable energy, while reducing emissions and its footprint. “Today, the U.S. carbon dioxide emissions are at their lowest in a generation, largely due to the increased use of natural gas, evidence that energy and climate progress can coexist,” Sommers wrote last month. “Through continued development of sustainable energy resources and collective action toward emissions reduction, the natural gas and oil industry will continue leading efforts to improve our environment.”

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HEALTH/FITNESS/SENIOR NEWS

Young Black Patient Dies After More Than12 Hours Of Torture In A North Carolina Hospital ER Health News

Curtis Newbern III Nationwide (BlackNews.com) - Dorothy Newbern, a distraught mother from North Carolina, continues her six year battle revealing the details of her only child's cruel 12 plus hour hospital ER visit. Shortly after her 33-year old son, Curtis Newbern III, called her complaining of a sudden onset of excruciating head pain (like thunder and lightning going off in his head) and severe blurred vision, his mother immediately rushed him to Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center in Huntersville, NC. The hospital is also known as AKA Presbyterian Hospital. While his mom was completing the paperwork, Curtis' symptoms became worse. He became nauseous and began vomiting profusely. After the paperwork was completed, the triage nurse checked the Curtis' vital signs, and concluded that he had a temperature of 105, blood pressure 200/100, a rapid heart rate. Furthermore, when asked about the level of pain from 1 to 10, Curtis responded, "My pain level exceeds 10, I am really sick and in severe pain." His mom, therefore, immediately requested blood work and a MRI or CT scan. The triage nurse response, "Another nurse will be out to get you in just a few minutes. Just tell her what test you want." When that nurse finally came out, she requested to take Curtis back and told his mom that she would call her back shortly. He was taken to the backroom in a wheelchair, and in less than five minutes, the door opened and the nurse told his mom: "You can come on back now. There is nothing to worry about; It's just a sinus headache. I am going to

give your son something for the pain, the fever and the nausea and he should be feeling just fine in a little bit." His mother, Dorothy, however, had doubts. She requested blood work and a MRI, but the nurse immediately shut down her request for all tests insisting that there was nothing to worry about. At this time, both Dorothy and Curtis began to explain to the nurse that Curtis was immune deficient and needed to be examined by the ER doctor. The nurse then responded, "The ER doctor is really busy right now, and there was nothing to worry about. I know exactly what is going on, and the patient is just fine." Both Dorothy and Curtis then requested that his doctors at Vanderbilt Hospital be notified that he was being treated at this hospital, and requested assistance in treating his medical condition. But again, the nurse refused to consult anyone regarding his treatment. She remained confident that she knew exactly what was wrong with Curtis. The nurse than tried to orally medicate Curtis three times, and each time he profusely vomited. Dorothy began to question the nurse's method of treating her son, and once again requested to speak with the ER doctor on duty. She was told again that the doctor was really busy, and the nurse continued to with the same unsuccessful method of treatment for more than 12 hours. Shortly before day break the next day, the nurse came running in to Curtis' room with an oral antibiotic and discharge papers. The discharge papers were not

signed by a doctor, but instead had been stamped with a signature stamp. The nurse provided them with a couple of prescriptions, helped Curtis get to his car via a wheelchair, and told his mom "Call us if you need us." Shortly after arriving home, Dorothy decided to call 911 and her son was rushed to a second/ another hospital ER. This time he was taken to Carolina Medical Center in Concord, North Carolina. The first question asked by the ER doctor at this hospital was: "Where have you been for the past 10 to 12 hours? This young man didn't suddenly get like this." His mom explained: "We were at the other hospital ER." The ER doctor: "What tests did they run?" His mom: "The nurse refused all request for test and we never saw the ER doctor. The nurse said the ER doctor was too busy to see my son even though there was no one else in the ER." The mom went on to inform the doctor that the nurse insisted that the patient had sinusitis, and that there was absolutely nothing to worry about. Every request for medical assistance fell on death ears. Meanwhile, the second ER doctor immediately suspected that Curtis had Meningitis and requested to perform a spinal tap. The test was positive and the ER doctor stated, "It's impossible to detect Meningitis without any testing." Soon after, Curtis lost consciousness, was place on life support, and then declared brain dead. A few days later, he was removed from life support. His mom, Dorothy, says that the

hospital and nurse that misdiagnosed and mistreated Curtis are not willing to accept responsibility for their careless and reckless disregard for life. Although this happened six years ago, Dorothy and other members of Curtis' family continue to seek justice for the torturous and wrongful death of her only son. Meanwhile, the hospital's attorney is doing everything within his power to deny the family justice under the law. The mother stated: "The Hospital attorney decided to make the case about himself and how he could benefit by appointing one of his colleagues to represent her. Then the hospital attorney could be the Executor of her son's estate so he could have total oversight of how she was spending the money." The mother never stopped seeking legal counsel which was not how the hospital attorney wanted to do busy so he is threaten to close the case/step out of the case. Dorothy, does not currently have a lawyer to represent her case, and says that her son suffered emotionally. physically, verbally and ultimately loss his life due to the Novant Huntersville Medical Center (AKA Presbyterian Hospital). Newbern also stated: "My family and I are being denied equal justice under the law as a Constitutional right, and there are other federal violations that are being ignored by this hospital, such as EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act) passed by the United States Congress in 1986." The mother recognizes that this is a high profile case and have been warned that it's too serious a case to allow anyone to close without penalty or justice for their wrong doing. The mother has researched, as well as, spoke with other medical professional/ experts who regard this as a serious issue of abuse and neglect that requires serious surveillance and penalties so no other family has to endurer this type of treatment in a hospital ER. Civil rights activists and others who are in a position to help Dorothy and her family can contact them via email at dot.newbern@gmail.com.

Leyva Bill Protecting Hospital Patients The California Wellness Foundation Launches Sexual Health Toolkit for Black Signed Into Law SB 227 Empowers CDPH to Enforce Nurse Staffing Ratio Women Requirements

Health/Fitness News

Health/Fitness News

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 227, a bill by Senator Connie M. Leyva (D-Chino) to protect patient safety and reinforce nurse staffing ratio requirements in California. Specifically, SB 227 will require the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to conduct unannounced visits to hospitals to inspect for compliance with nurse staffing ratio requirements. The proposal empowers CDPH to enforce the nurse staffing ratios by fining hospitals that repeatedly create unsafe conditions for patient care. “I appreciate the Governor’s signature of SB 227, which ensures that hospitals prioritize the safety of patients by following the nurse-to-patient staffing ratios already required by law. The state will now have a stronger mechanism to fine hospitals that repeatedly ignore nurse staffing ratios,” Senator Leyva said. “Once SB 227 takes effect, CDPH will have another tool to hold hospitals accountable for violating nurse staffing ratios, which will require facilities to promptly correct their potentially dangerous actions and not further jeopardize the safety of patients.” After Governor Gray Davis signed into law Assembly Bill 394—the nation’s first law mandating nurse-to-patient

staffing ratios—in 1999, regulations implementing the requirements went into effect in 2004. The regulations set the minimum ratio of nurses to patient by unit, including oneto-one in operating rooms and one-to-five in general medicalsurgical units. These ratios are outlined in Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and are enforced by CDPH. Despite the mandated ratios, hospitals repeatedly violate staffing requirements. From 2008 to 2017, there were 634 out-of-ratio deficiencies reported to CDPH. SB 227 was jointly sponsored by SEIU California, SEIU Local 121RN and United Nurses Associations of California / Union of Health Care Professionals. The measure was also supported by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, California Labor Federation, California Nurses Association/National Nurses United, California Professional Firefighters, California School Employees Association, California School Nurses Organization, California Teamsters Public Affairs Council, Congress of California Seniors, Consumer Attorneys of California, Engineers and Scientists of California Local 20, International Longshore and Warehouse Union, Local 13 and San Francisco AIDS Foundation.

LOS ANGELES – Black women throughout California are being invited to "sip some tea" (share the latest news), via an innovative public awareness campaign and toolkit that combines sexual health tips, empowering messages and an interactive tour of one’s body. The Upspoken campaign and RoyalTea toolkit is funded by The California Wellness Foundation and developed in partnership with Rally, a communications firm. “Good sex isn’t good enough. Black women deserve to have the tools and the support they need to engage in healthy sex,” said Judy Belk, Cal Wellness CEO and President. “At Cal Wellness, we’re proud to be a partner in creating this beautiful toolkit that speaks to Black women in language that respects their experience and perspectives.” RoyalTea uses culturally relevant, visually engaging messages and illustrations to educate Black women about relationships, sexual health, HIV/ AIDS and sexually transmitted infections. The toolkit includes self-care exercises, an interactive diagram to help women more fully understand their bodies, and scripts for them to engage in difficult, yet important conversations with their sexual partners and doctors. The name RoyalTea combines culturally relevant terms – royal because Black women have an inherent regalness and tea because that word is often used to describe sharing the latest news and information with one another.

Black Women Are Lacking Lifesaving Sexual Health and Prevention Information Black women are dying prematurely from inadequate access to the resources and information they need and deserve to live long and healthy lives. In 2016, nationally, 4,560 Black women were diagnosed with HIV, compared to 1,450 white women. There is critical sexual health information that Black women need in order to thrive and have healthy, pleasurable sex lives. Using Culturally Relevant Content to Connect with Black Women “It’s very timely and exciting to see we have a sexual health guide that is customized to speak to Black women across generations. Prior to now, we have never really had a public space to acquire accurate sexual health information,” said Dr. Megan Ebor, RoyalTea’s sexual health content adviser. “Finally, we have a resource that is for us and by us.” The Upspoken public awareness campaign centers Black culture, taps the energy of current social and political circumstances and encourages Black women to cultivate their voices and their power. In the coming weeks, Upspoken will use its online community to promote RoyalTea, foster conversations about the importance of talking about sex and STIs without stigma and shame and encourage women to speak up for their needs and their sexual health.

Improved online tool helps you choose Medicare plans By Greg Dill

Just a reminder that Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment Period starts Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7, 2019. This is the time of year when you can change how you get your Medicare coverage, switch health and drug plans, and add or drop Medicare prescription drug coverage. So it’s important that you review your current coverage. Check your current enrollment at Medicare.gov/finda-plan/enrollment/checkenrollment.aspx. If you’re happy with your current Medicare coverage, you don’t need to do a thing during Open Enrollment. But people often find they can save money or find a plan that better meets their health needs by shopping around. To help you shop for 2020 Medicare health and drug plans, we’ve just introduced an improved version of our popular Medicare Plan Finder, at Medicare.gov/plan-compare/#/ ?year=2020. The redesigned Medicare Plan Finder makes it easier than ever to compare coverage options, shop for plans, and feel confident in your choice. This tool now works on your smart phone, tablet, and desktop computer. With Medicare Plan Finder you can: Compare up to three health or drug plans side-by-side; Get plan costs and benefits, including which Medicare Advantage plans offer extra benefits; Build a personal drug list and find a Medicare prescription drug plan (Part D) that best meets your needs. We’ll start by suggesting prescriptions that you filled within the last 12 months. And when you search for a brand name drug, we’ll show it along with any lower-cost generic alternatives. If you’re new to Medicare, you’ll need to decide upfront how you get your Medicare coverage. Medicare Plan Finder can help with this, too. By selecting “Learn more about Medicare options before I see plans,” you can compare the different ways you

can Medicare coverage -- through Original Medicare (with or without extra coverage) or a Medicare Advantage plan. For a more personalized experience, you can also create your own Medicare account at MyMedicare.gov. Among other things, this account allows you to print a new Medicare card if you lose yours. About 10,000 people enroll in Medicare each day, and we’re improving our online tools to meet the needs of a growing number of tech-savvy beneficiaries. But you don’t need a computer to get information on your Medicare benefits. If you have any questions, you can always call Medicare’s tollfree number, 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). Customer service representatives are available 24/7. There’s also the “Medicare & You” handbook, mailed to every Medicare household in the country each fall. The handbook is available online at https:// www.medicare.gov/sites/default/ files/2019-09/10050-medicareand-you.pdf. And let me also recommend the excellent, free counseling you can get from your State Health Insurance Assistance Program, or SHIP. SHIP is an independent, nonprofit organization that provides personalized counseling to people with Medicare. You can make an appointment to speak with a SHIP counselor in-person or over the phone. SHIP counselors are welltrained volunteers who often are enrolled in Medicare themselves, so they know the ropes. They can help you sort through different health and drug plans and help find one that’s right for you. They’re not trying to sell you any particular product. To contact your local SHIP office, go to Shiptacenter.org. (In California, the program is called the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program, or HICAP.) If you enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan this fall but you’re not satisfied with it, you can switch plans or return to Original Medicare between Jan.1 and March 31, 2020. If you return to Original Medicare, you can also buy a Medicare prescription drug plan (Part D) during this period. Having trouble paying for your prescription drug plan (Part D)? You may be eligible for the Extra Help program, which helps cover your premiums, deductibles, and co-pays. Medicare beneficiaries typically save $4,900 annually with Extra Help. For more information, go to SSA.gov/prescriptionhelp.

Taco Bell Recalls Beef Tainted with Metal Shavings By Aaron Gould Sheinin

Oct. 15, 2019 -- Taco Bell has ordered a recall of more than 1,100 tons of its seasoned ground beef that was shipped to restaurants around the country. The company says a customer reported finding a metal shaving in their food. Two other complaints have since followed. As of Oct. 14, Taco Bell says that 100% of restaurants in 21 states have complied. There have been no reports of

injuries, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service says. Kenosha Beef International of Columbus, OH, supplied the beef, which was produced from Sept. 20, 2019, to Oct. 4, 2019. Consumers with questions should call 1-800-TACOBELL (1800-822-6235). Customer service representatives will be available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT.

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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS/NEWS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 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 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, 24, 31, November 7, 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 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 20190011595 Date Filed: 09/30/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/30/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): PRETTY GIRL DRIP County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 15167 LAKE STREET ADELANTO, CA 92301 Name of Individual Registrant: LAQUITA S. TYSON 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: 15167 LAKE STREET ADELANTO, CA 92301 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 30, 2019 LaQuita S. Tyson, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010944 Date Filed: 09/16/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/16/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 10737 LAUREL ST. SUITE 102 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Mailing Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: California Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4313376 Residence Street Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/16/19 Candace Fittante, Vice President, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010945 Date Filed: 09/16/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/16/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 13768 ROSWELL AVE. SUITE 220 CHINO, CA 91710 Mailing Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.:NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: California Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4313376 Residence Street Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/16/19 Candace Fittante, Vice President, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190011473 Date Filed: 09/25/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/25/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): RHUDS PHOTOGRAPHY County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 6958 FILKINS AVE. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91701 Mailing Address: Name of Individual Registrant: ENRICO L. HUDSPETH JR. 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: 6958 FILKINS AVE. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, 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 24, 2019 Enrico Hudspeth Jr., 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010941 Date Filed: 09/16/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/16/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 14360 ST. ANDREWS DRIVE SUITE 8-11 VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 Mailing Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.:NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC State of Inc./Org./ Reg.:California Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4313376

Residence Street Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/16/19 Candace Fittante, Vice President, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010741 Date Filed: 09/10/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/10/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): ALL IN ONE AUTO CENTER INC. County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 154 S. WATERMAN AVE. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: ALL IN ONE AUTO CENTER INC. State of Inc./Org./ Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4174828 Residence Street Address: 154 S. WATERMAN AVE. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/07/2019 Christian Arambulo, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019. ABANDONMENT OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010788 Date Filed: 09/11/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/11/2024 Abandonment: County of Current Filing: San Bernardino Date of Current Filing: 09/11/2019 File No.: FBN 20180008773 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): ALL IN ONE AUTO County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 154 S. WATERMAN AVE. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: ALL IN ONE AUTO CENTER INC. State of Inc./Org./ Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4174828 Residence Street Address: 154 S. WATERMAN AVE. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A Elias Antoun, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019. ABANDONMENT OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010738 Date Filed: 09/10/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/10/2024 Abandonment: County of Current Filing: SAN BERNARDINO Date of Current Filing: File No.:FBN 20190001424 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): M & M IN & OUT TIRES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 333 S. WATERMAN AVE. UNIT F & G SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 Mailing Address: 23580 ALESSANDRO BLVD. P.O. BOX 9966 MORENO VALLEY, CA 92533 Name of Individual Registrant: MARIO D. JOHNSON 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: 24285 EUCALYPTUS AVE. MORENO VALLEY, CA 92324 Name of Individual Registrant: MICHAEL Y. MCFADDIN Residence Street Address: 1900 WEST VALLEY BLVD. COLTON, CA 92324 This business is/was conducted by: Copartners Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 02/01/2019 Mario Johnson, Owner/Partner, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010740 Date Filed: 09/10/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/10/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): SAL & SONS AUTO SERVICE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 795 W. 40TH ST. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: SAL & SON AUTO SERVICE LLC State of Inc./Org./ Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 201924710536 Residence Street Address: 795 W. 40TH ST. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 This business is/was conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/07/2019

Salvador Huezo, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010969 Date Filed: 09/17/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/17/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): GOTTA GRIND TECHNOLOGY County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 1140 OXFORD DR. APT. C REDLANDS, CA 92374 Name of Individual Registrant: BRANDON C.M. FIELDS 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: 1140 OXFORD DR. APT. C REDLANDS, CA 92374 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Brandon Fields, 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 September 26, October 3, 10, 17, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010922 Date Filed: 09/16/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/16/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): VICTORVILLE GAS AND MART County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 16088 MOJAVE DRIVE VICTORVILLE, CA 92345 Mailing Address: 10261 TRADEMARK ST. UNIT D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: MATTHEW VENTURE I INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C3590679 Residence Street Address: 10261 TRADEMARK ST UNIT D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: November 01, 2013 Botrous Dahabreh, President, 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 September 26, October 3, 10, 17, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190011535 Date Filed: 09/26/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/26/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): IMAGE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 250 N. LINDEN AVE. SPC 264 RIALTO, CA 92376 Name of Individual Registrant: MARK A. OTERO 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: 250 N. LINDEN AVE. SPC 264 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: Not Applicable Mark Otero, 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 10, 17, 24, 31, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010920 Date Filed: 09/16/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/16/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): HIGHLAND CIRCLE K County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 3405 HIGHLAND AVE. HIGHLAND, CA 92346 Mailing Address: 10261 TRADEMARK ST UNIT D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: MATTHEW CONVENIENCE INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C3623404 Residence Street Address: 10261 TRADEMARK ST UNIT D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: July 01, 2014 Botrous Dahabreh, President, 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 September 26, October 3, 10, 17, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010921 Date Filed: 09/16/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/16/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): DEL ROSA CIRCLE K County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 2734 DEL ROSA AVE. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92404 Mailing Address: 10261 TRADEMARK ST UNIT D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: SAMMY CONVENIENCE INC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C3623403 Residence Street Address: 10261 TRADEMARK ST UNIT D RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: July 01, 2014 Botrous Dahabreh, President, 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 September 26, October 3, 10, 17, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190011018 Date Filed: 09/17/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/17/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): 7TH HEAVEN County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 15625 SEVENTH ST. STE. G VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 Name of Individual Registrant: DERRICK D. WILKINS 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: 12210 SAN YSIDRO ST. VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 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 05, 2019 Derrick Wilkins, 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 September 26, October 3, 10, 17, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010942 Date Filed: 09/16/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/16/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 Mailing Address: Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.:NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: California Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4313376 Residence Street Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/16/19 Candace Fittante, Vice President, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010940 Date Filed: 09/16/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/16/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 330 NORTH SIXTH ST. SUITE 110 REDLANDS, CA 92374 Mailing Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: California Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4313376 Residence Street Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/16/19 Candace Fittante, Vice President, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190011442 Date Filed: 09/25/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/25/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): JERSEY MIKE’S County of Principal Place of Business: RIVERSIDE Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 3420 E. ONTARIO RANCH ROAD ONTARIO, CA 91761 Mailing Address: 746 E. 4TH STREET ONTARIO, CA 91764 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: JT BOSS INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: INC. Residence Street Address: 843 CLEVELAND WAY CORONA, CA 92881 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 Christine Davis, President, 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 10, 17, 24, 31, 2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20190010943 Date Filed: 09/16/2019 Filing Expires On: 09/16/2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 18077 OUTER HWY 18 SOUTH SUITE 400 APPLE VALLEY, CA 92308 Mailing Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: NICHOLAS FITTANTE ACT FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST, PC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: California Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4313376 Residence Street Address: 2545 S. EUCLID AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/16/19 Candace Fittante, Vice President, 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 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVVS 1900523 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: JESSE COLE PIERCE filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. JESSE COLE PIERCE to Proposed name: JAXSON COLE TURNER 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: 11/13/2019 Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:V15 SUPERIOR COURT VICTORVILLE DISTRICT 14455 Civic Drive Ste. 100 Victorville, CA 92392 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: September 16, 2019 Carlos M. Cabrera, Judge Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper September 26, October 3, 10, 17, 2019

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE (Probate-Decedents’ Estates) Notice Of Petition to Administer Estate Of: LYNNE L. ZUBIETA aka

LYNNE LOUISE ZUBIETA aka LYNNE ZUBIETA Case Number: PROPS 1900860 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: LYNNE L.

ZUBIETA aka LYNNE LOUISE ZUBIETA aka LYNNE ZUBIETA A Petition for Probate has been filed by: DANIEL K. FITZGERALD and KATHLEEN S. MINOR in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN BERNARDINO The Petition for Probate requests that: DANIEL K. FITZGERALD and KATHLEEN S. MINOR be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

Date: 11/21/19 Time:8:30 a.m. Dept: S36 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 San Bernardino Justice Center If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Bryan C. Hartnell, Esq., Hartnell Law Group, APC 25757 Redlands Boulevard Redlands, CA 92373-8453 Telephone: (909)796-6881 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper October 3, 10, 17, 2019.

PETITION/PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE (Probate-Decedents’ Estates) Notice Of Petition to Administer Estate Of: MARVA JANICE

ROBINSON Case Number: PROPS 1900489 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: MARVA JANICE

ROBINSON A Petition for Probate has been filed by: DARNELL H. ROBINSON in the Superior Court of California, County of: SAN BERNARDINO The Petition for Probate requests that DARNELL H. ROBINSON 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: Time: 8:30 a.m. Dept:: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO, 247 WEST THIRD STREET SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92415-0212 SAN BERNARDINO DISTRICT If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Darnell H.Robinson 1956 Telephone: (760) 799-2830 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper October 17, 24, 31, 2019.

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 Samiani, Esq. Bar#320822, 3168 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92010; 760/8425850 (File No. 560991) DATE (Fecha): MAR 29, 2019 , Clerk (Secretario), by Aradelsi Rizo, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual. 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31/19 CNS-3301912# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN

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SUMMONS SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1909812 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): VICTOR LAMAS 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

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LEGALS/ LOCAL/NATIONAL NEWS SUMMONS SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1908132 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): STEPHANIE E LUNA 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, Harlan M. Reese, Esq., (Bar #118226), 3168 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92010; 760/8425850 (File No. 560505) DATE (Fecha): MAR 14 2019 Clerk (Secretario), by Danielle Paris, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served 1. as an individual defendant. 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31/19 CNS-3302117# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1903988 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): MARIA CALIXTRO AKA MARIA CALIXTRO OSORIO 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, Esq., (Bar #320822), 3168 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92010; 760/8425850 (File No. 560088) DATE (Fecha): FEB 04 2019 Clerk (Secretario), by Maria Romo Lopez, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served 1. as an individual defendant. 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17/19 CNS-3296233# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1901792 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): ALEJANDRO HERNANEZ 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, Harlan M. Reese, Esq., (Bar #118226), 3168 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92010; 760/8425850 (File No. 559731) DATE (Fecha): JAN 17 2019 Clerk (Secretario), by Michael Welch II, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served 1. as an individual defendant. 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24/19 CNS-3299426# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1907464 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): ASHLEY R KUDRLE 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 Diego, CA 924150210 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; 760/842-

5850 (File No. 560557) DATE (Fecha): MAR 08 2019 Clerk (Secretario), by BRIAN GUTIERREZ, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served 1. as an individual defendant. 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24/19 CNS-3299438# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): CIVDS1909812 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): VICTOR LAMAS 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 Samiani, Esq. Bar#320822, 3168 Lionshead Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92010; 760/8425850 (File No. 560991) DATE (Fecha): MAR 29, 2019 , Clerk (Secretario), by Aradelsi Rizo, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served as an individual. 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31/19 CNS-3301912# THE SAN BERNARDINO AMERICAN

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Tri-Caucus Releases Higher Education Act Reauthorization Priorities...continued from page 2 community colleges. Include language assistance for Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and any other documents related to financial aid. Simplify FAFSA by allowing data from other federal agencies (such as IRS) to be used in the application to reduce the number of questions and in addition the following – Deem students eligible for a zero expected family contribution (EFC) determination if the student or the student’s parents are recipients of a means tested program. Increase the income threshold to qualify for zero EFC to $50,000. Eliminate the Selective Service registration and prior drug conviction question from the student eligibility criteria for federal student aid. Simplify the determination process for homeless and foster care youth. Improve information tools, financial literacy and require the Department of Education to partner with institutions to standardize financial aid award letters and terminology. Provide small-dollar emergency grants for students to help students continue their education rather than dropping out due to financial concerns. Federal Student Loans Reduce the student loan debt burden for borrower’s past, present, and future. Protect the Grad Plus Loans and Parent Plus Loans programs. Protect the Income Based Repayment Program. Protect the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Temporary Expanded Public Service Loan Forgiveness (TEPSLF) programs. Ensure individual borrowers receive clear information about the status of their loans, correct loan repayment plans, and all qualifying PSLF payments. As well as require the ability to seamlessly enroll in PSLF and TEPSLF electronically. Improve student loan counseling to help students borrow wisely and manage debt repayment. Restructure the Federal Student Aid office to serve students better. Automate recertification of borrowers’ incomes while they are enrolled in incomedriven repayment plans using information on file at the Department of Treasury. Automate enrollment into income driven plans for borrowers who are severely delinquent on their loans. Automatic verification of totally and permanently disabled borrowers’ continued eligibility for a loan discharge during the three-year monitoring period. Automatic enrollment of defaulted borrowers in an income-driven repayment plan upon completion of loan rehabilitation. Protect students from institutions that engage in predatory practices by codifying the borrowers defense to repayment rule. Protect students from low-quality programs by holding institutions accountable and codifying the gainful employment rule. Require post-secondary institutions to use language in financial aid offers that clearly indicate which components of the package are loans. II. Strengthen the Capacity of HBCUs and Minority-Serving Institutions Authorize permanent mandatory funding for HCBUs and all MSIs as currently defined in HEA. Protect current investments and statutory programs and increase federal funding for MSIs and HBCUs. Provide increased and sustainable support and funding for the AANAPISI Program to help underserved students overcome barriers to a college degree, by increasing funding authorization for the AANAPISI Program to $60 million. Establish a post-baccalaureate grant program for AANAPISIs that already exists for other MSIs. Provide robust and sustainable support and funding for the Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions Program by authorizing an increased level of funding. Increase Funding for teacher preparation programs at MSIs. Make permanent HSI STEM Articulation Program under Title III, Part F which is scheduled to expire at the end of Fiscal Year 2019. Increase Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics (STEAM) resources directed to communities of color. Ensure that HBCUs & MSIs have funding for students of color to enter technology fields that will better prepare them for the future of work.

Update the Strengthening Institutions – Tribal College Program at the Department of Education (HEA Title III Part A &F) Ensure funding for the Tribal College & University and American Indian & Alaska Native Language Revitalization and Training Program. III. Improve Education Quality and Student Success Encourage and expand access for low-income students to dual enrollment, early college, and similar programs in high schools. Promote improved coordination of community colleges and four-year institutions to ensure ability to transfer credits between institutions. Increased funds for K-12 and higher education mentorship programs. Consider developing an incentive program within Title IV to reward institutions that increase graduation rates of Pell students, ensuring no penalty to institutions that educate lowincome students. Increase federal support for first year student retention and success programs. Increase college access and improve college completion for service members and veterans. Support workforce training programs including those offered at community colleges. Maintain provisions that prohibit institutions from engaging in agreements with financial institutions that predatorily market financial products to students. Develop accountability metrics that protect students from predatory forprofit educational institutions. Address the 90/10 loophole to protect Veterans from predatory for-profit educational institutions by moving the ratio to 85/15. Incentivize institutions to create support programs to ensure students graduate on time. Encourage institutions to establish an accessibility office to support mental health services for students. Allow students with disabilities to use their existing documentation of a disability (IEP, 504 plans) to access accommodations at institutions of higher education. Create a program modeled on the federally-funded DC Tuition Assistance Grant providing tuition assistance for graduates of Northern Marianas College and American Samoa Community College who want to pursue a four-year degree at any public university in other parts of the United States. Maintain integrity and accountability of gatekeeping system for Federal accreditation and State licensure policies. Increase funding for federal Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) program to meet studentparents’ need for affordable childcare. Authorize the creation of Native American language revitalization program that awards grants for Native American language programs appropriate for the population served at institutions that serve American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians or Native American Pacific Islanders. Increase resources to Institutes of Higher Education (IHEs) to increase graduation rates. Support a $40 million competitive grant to provide funding for school districts across the country to support STEM education for girls, students of color, LGBTQ students, and students with disabilities. Improve civil rights enforcement to protect college students from harassment and discrimination: Any HEA reauthorization must strengthen protections from discrimination and harassment through additional reporting under the Clery Act and stronger enforcement penalties for colleges aiming to skirt reporting and accountability. Ensure university officials are held accountable for hate crimes and hatebased incidents that occur on their campuses by requiring accreditors to asses’ institutions of higher education campus safety programs during the accreditation process, including the annual dissemination of certain information to students and faculty. Protect students from incidents of hazing through educational programs and bolstering reporting requirements. Improve access to student voting on college campuses – Define “good faith effort” to distribute voter registration forms in the Higher Education Act to mean sending correspondence at least twice a year and no less than 30 days before voter registration deadlines for federal and

state elections, with links to voter registration information. Designate a staff member or office as the “Campus Vote Coordinator” to answer student questions about voter registration. Provide a right of action against those institutions that engage in patterns of violating this law. IV. Promote College Readiness for Students of Color, First Generation Students and Disadvantaged Students Increase funding and strengthen GEAR-UP, TRIO, HEP-CAMP as needed and other federal funded college access programs to help minority students, low-income students, students who would be first-generation college students, and students who are English language learners access and complete college. Ensure that GEAR-UP, TRIO, HEP/ CAMP and other federal funded college access programs are reaching schools predominantly attended by low-income students, minority students, students who would be first-generation college students, and students who are English language learners. Maintain GEAR-UP, TRIO, and HEP/CAMP as separate federal programs. Reform and streamline the Department of Education’s (ED) grants appeals process to ensure institutions of higher education and other qualified organizations with long-standing, highquality programs can appeal ED’s decisions with technical assistance and a peer-review process to ensure a continuation of funds that service vulnerable student populations. Continue to provide information to low-income high school students through existing federal college access program on how to navigate the financial aid process and estimate actual cost of attendance. Continue to support programs that provide financial literacy and financial aid counseling to low-income, minority, first generation, and English Learner students. Establish funding that supports English Learner Educators. Promote applied experiences for students and support experiential learning. Require institutions to provide students with information about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to ensure students have the information they need to access benefits for which they may be eligible. V. Increase the Recruitment and Retention of Teachers of Color Expand high-quality outreach and recruitment programs for minority teachers at both the undergraduate and graduate levels through financial assistance, including loan forgiveness, and technical support while improving and expanding retention efforts for educators of color. Increase support for teacher education and professional development, including special education, teacher quality grants, and teacher residence programs. Include language that prioritizes teacher preparation programs that recruit and retain students of color, and programs that recruit students to teach into high-need shortage fields such as English Learner or bilingual teachers. Establish grants to fund development of teacher preparation programs to train teachers on evidence-based English Learners instruction Require teacher preparation programs to report the pass rate and average score of students taking state teacher performance assessments, and the number of students in the program, by race, ethnicity, and gender. VI. Support Graduate Student Access, Affordability, Quality, and Student Success Support increased funding and strengthen graduate programs at HBCUs, MSIs and Tribal Colleges and Universities. Expand eligibility for the Subsidized Stafford Loan Program to students enrolled in graduate programs and allow Pell Grants to be used for graduate programs. Reauthorize and strengthen Title III and Title V HBCU and MSI graduate programs and the Patsy Mink Fellowship Program. VII. Support Access, Participation, and Success for Undocumented Youth Allow Dreamers, TPS recipients, otherwise undocumented students to apply for financial aid under FAFSA to protect them from loan servicer and fraud abuse. Permit Dreamers , TPS recipients, and otherwise undocumented students (continued on page 8)

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Brian McKnight gets personal with fans

Groundbreaking Actress Diahann Carroll Dies at 84 By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

ROLLINGOUT — Performing for a sold-out show at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Minnesota on Friday night, Oct. 4, 2019, R&B legend Brian McKnight kept it very grown and sexy. The Grammy Award-winning singer made the night an intimate affair taking the stage in a solo performance with just a guitar, a keyboard and a mic. By Nagashia Jackson

Carroll starred as nurse Julia Baker in “Julia,” the hit NBC show that aired from 1968 to 1971. The program aired on NBC from 1968 to 1971. (Photo: NBC Television / Wikimedia Commons

Brian McKnight at the Ordway Center for Performing Arts (photo by: Nagashia Jackson) Performing for a sold-out show at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Minnesota on Friday night, Oct. 4, 2019, R&B legend Brian McKnight kept it very grown and sexy. The Grammy Award-winning singer made the night an intimate affair taking the stage in a solo performance with just a guitar, a keyboard and a mic. McKnight opened the show with a few fan favorites including; “Anytime,” “Only One For Me,” “Forever,” “My Kind Of Gir,” and “Crazy Love.” McKnight said he came to save marriages, assist with lovemaking and to bring comfort to those going through tough times in their relationships.

When he performed “Everything,” he brought his wife Leilani to tears as he thanked her for making him a better man. He admitted that in the past he used to be a dirty low down dog. During what he called the sad song medley, McKnight performed “Get Over You,” “Lonely For Me,” and “6 Months, 8 Days, 12 Hours.” Then he hit the audience with the couples session songs “Still In Love,” “Never Felt This Way” and “What’s My Name.” He jokingly said to the men, “She’s screaming for me now, but she will be screaming for you later.” McKnight paid tribute to James

Ingram, Bobby DeBarge, Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross and Prince. He said they were artists that he admired and patterned his career after. At the end of the show, McKnight thanked everyone for coming and paying to see him at the age of 50. He also held a short Q-and-A for a few fans with questions ranging from his love life, kids, career and music industry. The ladies screamed as McKnight sang “Still” and as fans approached the stage, he shook their hands and took photos. This article originally appeared in RollingOut.com.

“ Give Me a Little Bit of This, and A Little Bit of That!” By: Lou Yeboah

Lou Yeboah

Naw Boo Boo! It’s either this or that! You can’t have both! You got to choose one or the other! You see Jesus said, “I wish you were either Hot or Cold, but because you are Lukewarm, I’m about to spit you out of my mouth.” Talking ‘bout you’ll take a little bit of this, and a little bit of that!” I tell you, this is an indicative of the attitude of many so-called-Christians. They want the blessings of Christ, but yet they want to be able to indulge in all the worldly pleasures too. Naw, Boo, Boo! You got to choose. God uses the term adultery for a reason. We cannot participate in communion one day, then flirt with idolatry the next. Jesus said in [Matthew 6:24 and Luke 16:13], “No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and

despise the other. “A little bit of this, and a little bit of that!” You can’t have the best of both worlds. You got to choose! It’s either this or that! “For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment; And spared not the old world, but saved Noah the eight person, a preacher of righteousness, bringing in the flood upon the world of the ungodly; And turning the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah into ashes condemned them with an overthrow, making them an example unto those that after should live ungodly.” [2 Peter 2:4-6]. Do you see what the Lord is telling us here. It is a warning that we should not follow in their footsteps by practicing the same sins. ‘A little bit of this and a little bit of that!” How long will you be caught between two opinions, two lifestyles, two beliefs, two directions, two mindsets, two masters, two desires. “If it seems evil unto you to serve the LORD, then choose you this day Whom ye will serve…” [Joshua 24:15]. Because it’s

all or nothing! You can’t be 50% Christian and 50% worldly. It doesn’t work that way. Jesus stated: “He that is not with Me is against Me” [Matthew 12:30]. Not only is indecision a dangerous thing. It is repugnant to God mouth. [James 4:4] says, “Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? Whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.” “What shall [you] say then? Shall [you] continue in sin, that grace may abound? God forbid… [Romans 6:1-2]. Listen, throughout the Bible we find that God holds up choices to people – life or death, righteousness or sin, justice or deceit – and He does not force us to live the good life. It is a choice. It is your choice. I tell you, what was true of Moses day is true of today. You have got to choose! What way will you live: Godly or Worldly? Time to decide. “I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life…..” [Deuteronomy 30:19]

Diahann Carroll, the trailblazing actress and first Black woman to star in a non-servant role in a television series has died. She was 84. Carroll starred as nurse Julia Baker in “Julia,” the hit NBC show that aired from 1968 to 1971. The show represented the first time a Black person – man or woman – was cast as in the title role of a show, portraying a character that wasn’t a maid or other type of domestic worker. “For a hundred years we have been prevented from seeing accurate images of ourselves and we’re all overconcerned and overreacting,” Carroll said in a 1968 interview with TV Guide. “The needs of the White writer go to the superhuman being. At the moment, we are presenting the White Negro.

And he has very little Negro-ness,” Carroll stated. Prior to “Julia,” Carroll starred in the Broadway musical, “No Strings,” for which she earned a Tony Award for best actress in 1962. In perhaps her most memorable role, Carroll earned an Oscar nomination for best actress in the James Earl Jones-led motion picture, “Claudine.” She later starred in the hit nighttime soap opera, “Dynasty,” and made recurring appearances on “Grey’s Anatomy,” and “A Different World.” In 2011, Carroll was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame. “The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) salutes the living legacy of Diahann Carroll, may she rest in peace,” said NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr.

The NNPA is a trade association representing the broad expanse of African American-owned newspapers and media companies that make up the Black Press of America. “Diahann Carroll was a courageous trailblazer, freedom-fighting sister leader in film, on stage, the TV screen, and in the African American community,” Chavis stated. “God bless and long live the irrepressible spirit of Diahann Carroll.” Several prominent celebrities also saluted Carroll on social media. “Diahann Carroll you taught us so much,” tweeted actress, dancer and director Debbie Allen. “We are stronger, more beautiful and risk takers because of you. We will forever sing your praises and speak your name,” Allen wrote. Famed film director Ava DuVernay wrote that Carroll “walked this earth for 84 years and broke ground with every footstep.” DuVernay noted that Carroll was an icon. “One of the all-time greats. She blazed trails through dense forests and elegantly left diamonds along the path for the rest of us to follow. Extraordinary life. Thank you, Ms. Carroll,” DuVernay wrote. According to NBC News, Carroll is survived by her daughter, Kay, and grandchildren, August and Sydney.

Artists Have Created a Movement to Give Back to Fans - And It's Sweet! Lifestyle/Entertainment News Want to play one-on-one basketball with rapper Yung Bleu at his home? How about attending a sound check with superstar LeAnn Rimes? Love the exceptionally bold style of KPop? Now you can spend a day with Wengie getting a complete K-Pop fashion makeover. With the all-new Sweet app, artists now have a platform to give back to fans through a global rewards marketplace filled with special access and experiences, exclusive content, and surprise & delight opportunities. From backstage passes and private lessons to video chats, exclusive concert streams and more, Sweet's innovative platform is the ultimate way an artist can show their appreciation to fans. With approximately 200 talent brands across music, gaming, and content-creation signed onto the platform, the groundbreaking app launched October 14th. Fan engagement has long been both exciting and extremely valuable. It's estimated that fans contribute over $1,000 of value to various social platforms each year - far exceeding the value they get in return. Sweet is the first platform that takes that value creation to the next level by rewarding fans with "Sugar" (Sweet's loyalty token) that can be used in a global Rewards Marketplace. There are over 130 loyalty actions fans can complete to generate Sugar - from streaming music and watching videos to sharing favorite social posts and even attending concerts, events, and visiting stores. "Fans are creating tremendous

value as passionate supporters of the talent brands they love," said Tom Mizzone, founder and CEO. "Sweet has created the ultimate 'give-back' platform where everyone wins. Fans get incredible rewards, experiences and first-to-know content, while the artists and talent brands are able to activate their fan-base, reach new fans, and drive the most meaningful and valuable engagement." The Sweet app is designed with a simple and fun UI to encourage discovery and highly influential actions. The Discover section of the app includes a series of daily action cards that allows fans to learn about new artists, music, content, and brands on Sweet. Music is an integral part of the app, allowing fans to listen to their music streaming services (Spotify, Apple Music) at the same time they explore all the features. Within My Sweet, fans can find the latest content and rewards from their favorite talent brands. The global Rewards Marketplace is filled with over 2,000 one-of-akind experiences, plus products from top talent and brands like Apple, Google, Bose, Nike,

Amazon, and more. "Sweet Spots" bring fans together in a real-life setting where they can hunt for and collect Sugar at concerts, festivals, and retail stores bringing the digital experience of Sweet to the physical world. Sweet is launching with a very strong roster of artists, gamers, and content-creators who will be actively involved in giving back to fans, reaching well over 100 million people. Notable talent includes GRAMMY Award winner LeAnn Rimes, top gamer Faze Blaze, K-Pop artist and YouTuber Wengie, actors and singers James Maslow, Kevin Quinn and Serayah, TikTok creators Brendan Balaskovitz, Nathan Piland and the Nefatti Brothers, hip-hop artist Yung Bleu, and Disney latin pop star Jorge Blanco. Every week a special celebrity, artist, or talent brand will host a live game and streaming party within the app called the "Sugar Rush," allowing fans to be the first to experience new music and content while getting up close and personal with the host. The weekly Sugar Rush features a grand prize of Sugar that will be split amongst the top 5 winners and which can be immediately used for rewards in the marketplace. The game also raises awareness and drives meaningful fan actions for a charity in support of the hosting talent's favorite cause. Sweet is a free app available for download in the app store. For more information about Sweet, visit https://sweet.io/

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Clergy Picking Up our Grandmother's Picket Signs for Davies Access to Abortion Chris Team Leader, Faith INFO The Supreme Court has agreed to hear cases about abortion in the next several months. For me and many other faith leaders, we are mourning what has been a constant attack on the legal rights asserted in Roe v. Wade since its passing in 1972. We are looking to the dusty picket signs of our grandmothers and pulling them out to march once again for women’s health and bodily autonomy. Abortion is part of a wider call towards reproductive justice, as a human right to maintain personal bodily autonomy, have children, not have children, and parent the children we have in safe and sustainable communities. Reproductive justice, a framework founded by women of color, includes the choice to parent in safe and sustainable communities. That means that environmental justice is part of reproductive justice. The funding in our school systems is part of reproductive justice. Having fresh and healthy options for food is part of reproductive

justice. Healthcare for trans and gender nonconforming people is part of reproductive justice. Racial equity is part of reproductive justice. Access to safe abortion care is one part, along with all of these parts, of reproductive justice. So as the Supreme Court gears up to hear the cases where many have already been declared unconstitutional at the state level, clergy are gearing up to pick up the tools left to us by our grandmothers, before Roe v. Wade. We are organizing state by state, because of our faith, to make sure that people who need abortions know where to go, and have a way to get there. Abortion Care Network has set up a text line to find out where the nearest operating clinic is. (Text HELLO to 202.883.4620 to find the nearest operating clinic near you.) Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice is a strong presence, and organizes clergy to bless and pray over each clinic and choice, among many other things. In Ohio, Women Have

Options gathering funding and finding mechanisms to help people get the abortion care they need. And, here in Ohio, despite the ongoing laws and balances in the court systems, abortion is still legal. As an Ohio Clergywoman, I will be advocating for access to abortion and choice. I will organize my peers to support the people who need access to abortion. I will support Preterm Cleveland as we continue to provide outstanding abortion and sexual healthcare in Northeast Ohio. I will pray for the people who need these crucial, lifesaving services, and pray for their spiritual wholeness in a world that tells them they are not worthy. God loves people who have had, or choose to have an abortion, fully: with no reservations, and with abundance. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Chris Davies is Team Leader for Faith INFO (Faith Education, Innovation, and Formation) for the United Church of Christ.

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Before Columbus: How Africans Brought Civilization to America By Garikai Chengu Global Research August 10, 2018 Reprinted October 14, 2019

On Monday, America's government offices, businesses, and banks all grind to a halt in order to commemorate Columbus Day. In schools up and down the country, little children are taught that a heroic Italian explorer discovered America, and various events and parades are held to celebrate the occasion. It has now become common knowledge amongst academics that Christopher Columbus clearly did not discover America, not least because is it impossible to discover a people and a continent that was already there and thriving with culture. One can only wonder how Columbus could have discovered America when people were watching him from America's shores? Contrary to popular belief, African American history did not start with slavery in the New World. An overwhelming body of new evidence is emerging which proves that Africans had frequently sailed across the Atlantic to the Americas, thousands of years before Columbus and indeed before Christ. The great ancient civilizations of Egypt and West Africa traveled to the Americas, contributing immensely to early American civilization by importing the art of pyramid building, political systems and religious practices as well as mathematics, writing and a sophisticated calendar. The strongest evidence of African presence in America before Columbus comes from the pen of Columbus himself. In 1920, a renowned American historian and linguist, Leo Weiner of Harvard University, in his book, Africa and the discovery of America, explained how Columbus noted in his journal that Native Americans had confirmed that "black skinned people had come from the south-east in boats, trading in gold-tipped spears." One of the first documented instances of Africans sailing and settling in the Americas were black Egyptians led by King Ramses III, during the 19th dynasty in 1292 BC. In fact, in 445 BC, the Greek historian Herodotus wrote of the

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Archaeologists date this scuplture in Mexico to the Olmec Middle Formative period 900-400 B.C. Ancient Egyptian pharaohs' great seafaring and navigational skills. Further concrete evidence, noted by Dr. Imhotep and largely ignored by Eurocentric archaeologists, includes "Egyptian artifacts found across North America from the Algonquin writings on the East Coast to the artifacts and Egyptian place names in the Grand Canyon." In 1311 AD, another major wave of African exploration to the New World was led by King Abubakari II, the ruler of the fourteenth century Mali Empire, which was larger than the Holy Roman Empire. The king sent out 200 ships of men, and 200 ships of trade material, crops, animals, cloth and crucially African knowledge of astronomy, religion and the arts. African explorers crossing the vast Atlantic waters in primitive boats may seem

Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Statement on the Resignation of the Police Officer Who Shot and Killed Atatiana Jefferson State/Government News On Saturday, a 28-year old black woman, Atatiana Jefferson, was shot and killed in her own home by a police officer in Fort Worth, Texas who was responding to a neighbor’s request for a wellness check. Today, that officer resigned. Kristen Clarke, president and executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, issued the following statement in response: “A resignation is not enough. It is critical that a full, fair and independent investigation be carried out to determine what criminal and civil rights charges should be brought against former officer Aaron Dean. Dean must be held accountable for the fatal shooting of Atatiana Jefferson. Moreover, the U.S. Department of

Justice should conduct an investigation into the Fort Worth Police Department to determine if the agency stands in violation of federal and constitutional standards.” Clarke continued: “In the weeks and months ahead, many African Americans across our country may harbor fear about the unintended and fatal consequences that can result from simply calling 911 for help. This grim reality makes it critical that the Fort Worth Police Department take every step possible to restore public confidence in the agency by ensuring justice for the Jefferson family and by fully participating in any inquiry into the agency’s policies and practices concerning use of force and racial bias.”

Settlement of People v. FedEx Freight, Inc. Case #CIVDS1927762 SB County News SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. San Bernardino County District Attorney Jason Anderson announced a stipulated judgment against FedEx Freight, Inc., to resolve issues in an environmental case. In the judgment signed October 1, 2019, by Superior Court Judge Brian McCarville, FedEx agreed to pay $300,000 in civil penalties and comply with the Hazardous

Waste Control Law (HWCL), the Hazardous Materials Release Response Plans and Inventory Law, and applicable Fish and Game law. Settlement of the lawsuit resolves allegations brought by the District Attorney's Office stemming from a release of nitric acid from a damaged tote in a (continued in next 2 columns)

unlikely, or perhaps, far fetched to some. Such incredible nautical achievements are not as daunting as they seem, given the numerous successful modern attempts have illustrated that without an oar, rudder or sail ancient African boats, including the "dug-out," would certainly have been able to cross the vast ocean in a matter of weeks. As time allows us to drift further and further away from the "European age of exploration" and we move beyond an age of racial intellectual prejudice, historians are beginning to recognize that Africans were skilled navigators long before Europeans, contrary to popular belief. Of course, some Western historians continue to refute this fact because, consciously or unconsciously, they are still hanging on to the 19th-century

notion that seafaring was a European monopoly. After all, history will tell you that seafaring is the quintessential European achievement, the single endeavor of which Europeans are awfully proud. Seafaring allowed Europe to conquer the world. The notion that black Africans braved the roaring waters of the Atlantic Ocean and beat Europeans to the New World threatens a historically white sense of ownership over the seas. When most people think about ancient Mexico, the first civilizations that come to mind are the Incas, Aztecs and the Maya. However, during the early 1940s archeologists uncovered a civilization known as the Olmecs of 1200 BC, which pre-dated any other advanced civilization in the Americas. The Olmec civilization, which was of African origin and dominated by Africans, was the first significant civilization in Mesoamerica and the Mother Culture of Mexico. Olmecs are perhaps best known for the carved colossal heads found in Central Mexico, that exhibit an unmistakably African Negroid appearance. Ancient African historian Professor Van Sertima has illustrated how Olmecs were the first Mesoamerican civilization to use a written language, sophisticated astronomy, arts and

Settlement of People v. FedEx Freight, Inc. ...continued FedEx trailer in February 2017, and the transportation of the resulting hazardous waste to FedEx's Fontana facility where it was subsequently stored. Both the transportation and storage of the hazardous waste violated the HWCL. Following investigation by the San Bernardino County Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) and the District Attorney's Office, the latter made the following additional allegations: The transportation and storage of hazardous waste resulting from the release of hypochlorite solution from a damaged tote in a FedEx trailer in October 2015 violated the HWCL. A March 2017 release of oil from FedEx's Fontana facility, some of which reached a storm drain from which it could pass to waters of the State, violated the Fish and Game Code. Finally, the failure to report several releases of

hazardous materials to the San Bernardino CUPA violated the Health and Safety Code. FedEx cooperated fully with the investigation into the allegations and agreed with a number of procedures designed to comply with the various applicable laws and reduce the risk of environmental impact by inadvertently released hazardous materials. Pursuant to the stipulated judgment, the District Attorney will maintain oversight authority for a period of at least five years to ensure effective compliance. Any questions concerning the case can be directed to Deputy District Attorney John Slezak, who handled the case on behalf of the District Attorney's Office. Contact: Kimberly Fuller, Executive Secretary by phone at (909) 382-7714 or by email at kfuller@sbcda.org

Tri-Caucus Releases Higher Education Act Reauthorization Priorities...continued from page6 to be eligible for Pell Grants, federal student loans, work study and federally funded college access programs. Require post-secondary institutions to give in-state tuition to Dreamers, TPS recipients, and otherwise undocumented students who reside in the state of the institution. Allow Dreamers, TPS recipients, and otherwise undocumented students to participate in GEAR UP and TRIO programs. Strengthen grant programs that assist institutions of higher education (IHEs) in establishing or developing minority student support centers, specifically for undocumented students.

VIII. Improving Data Systems in Postsecondary Education Create a student level data network with all racial groups, racial subgroups, and ethnicities as recognized in the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey to ensure schools are being held accountable to relevant and useful measures. Increase data collection, while safeguarding student’s personal information, of student transfers and graduation outcomes by the Department of Education to improve understanding of student completion (continued in last 2 columns)

mathematics and they built the first cities in Mexico, all of which greatly influenced the Mayans and subsequent civilizations in the Americas. "There is not the slightest doubt that all later civilizations in [Mexico and Central America], rest ultimately on an Olmec base," once remarked Michael Coe, a leading historian on Mexico. Africans clearly played an intricate role in the Olmec Empire's rise and that African influence peaked during the same period that ancient Black Egyptian culture ascended in Africa. A clear indicator of preColumbus African transAtlantic travel is the recent archeological findings of narcotics native to America in Ancient Egyptian mummies, which have astounded contemporary historians. German toxicologist, Svetla Balabanova, reported findings of cocaine and nicotine in ancient Egyptian mummies. These substances are known to only be derived from American plants. South American cocaine from Erythroxylon coca and nicotine from Nicotiana tabacum. Such compounds could only have been introduced to Ancient Egyptian culture through trade with Americans. Similarities across early American and African religions also indicate significant crosscultural contact. The Mayans, Aztecs and Incas all worshipped black gods and the surviving portraits of the black deities are revealing. For instance, ancient portraits of the Quetzalcoatl, a messiah serpent god, and Ek-ahua, the god of war, are unquestionably Negro with dark skin and wooly hair. Why would native Americans venerate images so unmistakably African if they had never seen them before? Numerous wall paintings in caves in Juxtlahuaca depict the famous ancient Egyptian "opening of the mouth" and cross libation rituals. All these religious similarities are too large and occur far too often to be mere coincidences. Professor Everett Borders notes another very important indication of African presence,

which is the nature of early American pyramids. Pyramid construction is highly specialized. Ancient Egypt progressed from the original stepped pyramid of Djosser, to the more sophisticated finished product at Giza. However, at La Venta in Mexico, the Olmecs made a fully finished pyramid, with no signs of progressive learning. Olmecian and Egyptian pyramids were both placed on the same north-south axis and had strikingly similar construction methods. Tellingly, all of these pyramids also served the same dual purpose, tomb and temple. Ancient trans-Atlantic similarities in botany, religion and pyramid building constitute but a fraction of the signs of African influence in ancient America. Other indicators include, astronomy, art, writing systems, flora and fauna. Historically, the African people have been exceptional explorers and purveyors of culture across the world. Throughout all of these travels, African explorers have not had a history of starting devastating wars on the people they met. The greatest threat towards Africa having a glorious future is her people's ignorance of Africa's glorious past. Pre-Columbus civilization in the Americas had its foundation built by Africans and developed by the ingenuity of Native Americans. Sadly, America, in post-Columbus times, was founded on the genocide of the indigenous Americans, built on the backs of African slaves and continues to run on the exploitation of workers at home and abroad. Clearly, Africans helped civilize America well before Europeans "discovered" America, and well before Europeans claim to have civilized Africa. The growing body of evidence is now becoming simply too loud to ignore. It's about time education policy makers reexamine their school curriculums to adjust for America's long pre-Columbus history. Garikai Chengu is a scholar at Harvard University. Contact him at garikai.chengu@gmail.com

Tri-Caucus Releases Higher Education Act Reauthorization Priorities...continued rates. Disaggregate undergraduate, graduate, and professional school enrollment data by all racial groups, racial subgroups, and ethnicities as recognized in the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey. Adjust the criteria of students tracked

through the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) so that it captures more community college students and includes part time students, non-first-time students, and students with an intent other than seeking a degree. This article originally appeared in The Los Angeles Sentinel.

NBA Legend Michael Jordan Pledges $1 Million to Bahamas By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Michael Jordan was a superstar on the basketball court, and now, as a humanitarian, the six-time NBA World Champion has proven that his legendary status remains worthy. The former Chicago Bulls great has pledged $1 million to help the Bahamas in its efforts to recover from Hurricane Dorian. “I am devastated to see the destruction that Hurricane Dorian has brought to the Bahamas, where I own property and visit frequently,” Jordan said in a statement. “My heart goes out to everyone who is suffering and to those who have lost loved ones,” he said. Jordan, whose Air Jordan Nike sneaker brand has remained as legendary as his talents despite being retired for nearly 20 years, currently is the principal owner of the Charlotte Hornets. Widely considered the greatest ever to play the game, Jordan won five NBA Most Valuable Player Awards and six NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Awards.

Michael Jordan, former basketball star and majority owner of the Charlotte Bobcats photo by D. Myles Cullen

He led the league in scoring ten times and was twice named NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Jordan also earned 14 All-Star game berths and, in 2009, was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Last year, Jordan gave $2 million to support North Carolina after Hurricane Florence devastated the Carolinas. Hurricane Dorian reportedly has left more than 70,000 people homeless in the Bahamas, and at least 50 people have lost their lives. “The Bahamian people are strong and resilient, and I hope that my donation will be of help as they work to recover from this catastrophic storm,” Jordan said.