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Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will. Find out just what people will submit to and you have found out the exact amount of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them and these will continue till they have resisted either with words or blows or with both. The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance those of whom they suppress. —Fredrick Douglass (1849)

Biden-Harris Administration Ta s k e d w i t h D i s m a n t l i n g America’s History of Hate

Women Leaders on Sen. Harris Replacement: “One Is Not Enough, Zero Is Unacceptable.” Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media

By Stacy M. Brown

As American families prepare for another Thanksgiving, many are left to ponder just what they should celebrate. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA) A lot of past cruelties can underscore America’s history of hate. Today, one could capture that hate through the lens of at least some of the more than 74 million people casting a vote for President Donald Trump. Often described as a racist, chauvinist, and one whose policies separated immigrant children from their parents and put them in cages along the Southern U.S. border, Trump supposedly embodies the very qualities that much of America — including many of its major corporations and our next-door neighbors — protested against when they stood with Black Lives Matter demonstrators. Yet, he received the secondhighest vote count of any presidential candidate in history. Even now, Trump and his campaign have specifically sought to have officials toss out many of the votes that were legitimately cast in heavily African Americanpopulated cities like Atlanta, Detroit, and Milwaukee. Ironically, their actions would include disenfranchising thousands of Republicans whose votes were also submitted by other means than in person at a polling place. In the specific instance of the effect on the Black vote, seeking ways to deny African American voters our Constitutional right to make our voice known at the ballet box is a tactic used since, during, and after Reconstruction. African Americans have not been alone on the receiving end of our nation’s history of hate - d r iven a ct ion s. “The history of the United States over the past 200 years has been largely a struggle to define who might enjoy the

rights and privileges of full citizenship,” offered Sarah Silkey, a professor of History at Lycoming College in Williamsport, Penn. “Each successive gain made in broadening the definition of American citizenship was quickly followed by a backlash. Jim Crow segregation, the convict lease system, redlining, the war on drugs, and other systems created to maintain white supremacy denied access to full citizenship for generations of Americans,” Silkey wrote in an email. “By defining personal success solely as a product of individual initiative and effort, the popular myth of the American Dream served to reinforce white privilege, perpetuate damaging racial stereotypes, and absolve white politicians from responsibility for dismantling entrenched systems of inequality,” she added. “The crises of 2020 exposed vast inequities of health, wealth, safety, and political access to a broader cross-section of the American public. That growing public awareness of systemic inequalities has created an opportunity for the next administration to enact meaningful change,” Silkey concluded. As American families prepare for another Thanksgiving, many are left to ponder just what they should celebrate. “The US was built on powerful myths of equal opportunity in the pursuit of happiness and the city on a shining hill. The reality was less uplifting,” observed Nora V. Demleitner, a Roy L. Steinheimer Jr. Professor of Law at Washington and Lee University in Lexington City, Va. “Racism, racial exclusion of immigrants, and the vilification

of ethnic and religious groups have long been an integral part of US history,” Demleitner posited. “There has been substantial progress in the creation and enforcement of civil rights for all especially during the civil rights era, yet it has been uneven, and rising economic inequality and the impact of climate change threaten to undermine some of that progress.” The playbooks of racial and ethnic vilification were never entirely discarded. They are coming back as seen in the demand for “law and order,” widespread suppression of minority voters, and unwillingness to invest in infrastructure and education to support all, Demleitner offered further. Tim Powell, a University of Chicago journalism master’s student, discards the myth of an America that welcomes labeling as a melting pot. “Consider that the colonists left England to rebel against religion, and when they arrived here, we had a colony of rebels to some degree,” Powell relayed. “The administrations can only do so much to counter the inherent unacceptance of races by a white, male American. It will be up to the next generations that will determine the acceptance of differences.” “The best administrations will be those that do not stoke division. “Look at McCarthyism as an example of the people demanding we rid America of ‘communists.’ It was not McCarthy himself, but the people demanding it. Without a market, a leader of a campaign – like Trump’s immorality – the leader has no followers.” The 14th Amendment was

meant to give slaves – only slaves – equal protection of the law, Powell added. However, in nearly all relevant court cases since 1860 – Plessy, San Mateo v. Southern Pacific, Citizens United, Hobby Lobby – it has rarely given Amendment protections to Blacks but to corporations and other entities deemed as ‘persons.’” Phot og r aphe r M ich a el Freeby expressed that, “It’s not just the kids in cages, as if that weren’t bad enough.” “Let us not forget ICE abducts perfectly law-abiding citizens in the middle of the night, performs cruel unethical unasked for surgeries on them, and that a disproportionate number of coronavirus deaths have been taking place in ICE captivity.” “As a Mexican who lives close to ICE’s headquarters at the USA/Mexico border, it especially sends chills down my spine,” Freeby objected. “Once people are placed in ICE captivity, they lose all rights. We are the United States of America, a country whose entire premise was based on people fleeing from elsewhere to start fresh and pursue their dreams. Picking and choosing based on skin color is not right. We are not animals – we are people.” Terrell L. Strayhorn, Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at Virginia Union University, where he also serves as Professor of Education and Director of the Center for the Study of HBCUs, noted that African Americans are the only group denied access to education by law. “No matter how uncomfortable continued on page 3

The California Democratic Party Black Caucus (CDP Black Caucus) joined hands with other women organizations this past weekend. Their goal: to turn up the pressure on California Gov. Gavin Newsom to appoint a Black woman to replace outgoing Sen. Kamala Harris in the U.S. Senate. During the virtual “Keep The Seat” news conference, which representatives from the National Organization for Women (NOW) and Black Women United (BWU) attended, the organizers explained why Gov. Newsom should appoint a Black woman. They also gave reasons why he should narrow his options to U.S. Representatives Karen Bass (D-CA-37) and Barbara Lee (D-CA-13). “This is a pivotal time in California history. I hope together we can bend the moral arc of history towards justice, together, by ensuring that the most underrepresented and marginalized community retain a significant representation in California by appointing a Black woman to replace Kamala Harris,” said Taisha Brown, chairperson of the CDP Black Caucus. Brown continued, “Our call is for all of you to join us in saying to Gavin Newsom, our governor, that we are not going to accept anything but a Black woman. I think it’s critical that we emphasize that.” Currently there are three African Americans serving in the United States Senate. Two of them are men (Cory Booker, a Democrat from New Jersey, and Tim Scott, a Republican from South Carolina). Harris, the junior Senator from California, is the only African American woman with a seat in the upper house of the United States Congress. But with Harris’s imminent ascendency to the Vice Presidency of the United States, there will be no African American woman in the US Senate after Jan. 20, 2021. In response, the CDP Black Caucus has put out a call to action under the slogan “One is not enough, and zero is unacceptable.” “We have a Thanksgiving message for Gov. Gavin Newsom. Our goal is to have 250 every day until Thanksgiving. We need you to speak up. Make a

call and let Gov. Newsom know that Black women have been the backbone of the Democratic Party as voters, organizers, and we deserve representation in the United States Senate,” said Kendra Lewis, a representative for the CDP Black Caucus. Dr. Maulana Karenga, professor and chairman of Black Studies at California State University Long Beach, was also one of the “Keep The Seat” speakers. Karenga, who is also the founder of the annual spiritual and cultural celebration Kwanzaa, said he “stands strong” with the CDP Black Caucus’s push to keep a Black woman from California in the U.S. Senate. “First of all, no one is more qualified than the two women mentioned -- Bass and Lee. It’s not a gift. It’s recognition overdue. It’s also a service to the Democratic party. Black women have been the backbone of this party. So, it is debt owed to them,” he said. Over the weekend, several top women Democratic Party donors in California also urged Newsom to select a woman of color. About 150 of them have placed a letter in full-page ads in two newspapers -- the LA Times in Southern California and the San Francisco Chronicle in Northern California -- making their request known to Newsom. “Women of color are the core drivers of electoral progress in our country, and their voices should be heard in the nation’s highest gover ning body. California is fortunate to have a strong pipeline of women of color in elected office who are prepared to serve; as Californians and political supporters, we look forward to you selecting one of them,” the letter read. The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) and other Black leaders in the state have also called on Gov. Newsom to fill the seat with an African American woman. The CLBC members also sent a letter to Gov. Newsom making their case for why Bass and Lee should be at the top of his shortlist of candidates. They cited the women’s lengthy legislative experience coupled with their broad foreign policy knowledge. continued on page 2

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COMMUNITY/EDUCATION/ADVERTISING

Thanksgiving 2020: Grateful for new NBC4’s Annual Help 4 The Hungry hope and new direction in our nation Kicks Off To Support Regional Food Banks By Ben Jealous

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Ben Jealous This hasn’t been a normal year, and it isn’t going to be a normal Thanksgiving. Instead of looking forward to family and feasting, many of us are listening to health officials begging us to avoid large gatherings, and we’re weighing the risks against our deeply felt desire to be with our loved ones. Let’s be honest. 2020 has been a brutal year. Many are grieving the loss of loved ones. Many have lost jobs and businesses and the security they bring our families. Students and educators have had to learn and teach in new ways. Some struggle with isolation and others with forced confinement in uncomfortable or unsafe situations. On top of that, we have all been let down by our national leaders, especially a president who played politics with public health—and is now trying to undermine whatever faith Americans still share in our democracy. And still, Thanksgiving is here. My faith encourages us to try to be thankful in all things. I think that may be most important during the hardest times in our lives. During a year like this one, I appreciate the wisdom of our having a national tradition of pausing to count our blessings no matter what else is happening. Thanksgiving means family to me. I’m thinking about my 104-year-old grandmother, who has given thanks through periods of war, civil strife, and economic devastation. I’m grateful for the lessons her life teaches me about commitment, calm, courage, and perseverance. I am also thinking about my children, and my gratitude that this election gives me hope for their future. It renews my faith that together we can create a country that will give them every opportunity to follow their dreams. Thanksgiving and nationalism can be mixed in unhealthy ways. Yet this year, I feel a special patriotic gratitude to live in a country where we are free to choose our leaders. And I’m proud that Black people showed once again

that we can shape our future by pushing back against the corruption and unprincipled power plays and institutionalized racism that are used to try to keep us from participating fully in our democracy. I am grateful for the multiracial, multigenerational social justice movement that has been brought into being to challenge unjust policing. I’m grateful for all the young people who made their first run for public office. And I am especially grateful for leaders and organizers who use their God-given talents and their hard-won skills and experience to organize, motivate, and mobilize our people--leaders like Stacey Abrams and so many others who worked to bring change to their cities and states—and our country. Of course, there’s more to do. We have important Senate elections coming up in Georgia. And next year, we’ll make many demands on local, state, and national officials to address the issues that affect our lives and our future. For now, let us be grateful for new hope and new direction in our nation, and for everyone who has given of themselves to help our neighbors and strengthen our communities. And after we pause to give thanks for our freedom and our accomplishments, let’s resolve to be, in the words of the great gospel song, “in no ways tired” of seeking justice and creating positive change. Then we’ll have even more to be grateful for next Thanksgiving. Ben Jealous serves as president of People For the American Way and People For the American Way Foundation. Jealous has decades of experience as a leader, coalition builder, campaigner for social justice and seasoned nonprofit executive. In 2008, he was chosen as the youngest-ever president and CEO of the NAACP. He is a graduate of Columbia University and Oxford, where he was a Rhodes Scholar, and he has taught at Princeton and the University of Pennsylvania.

Women Leaders on Sen. Harris Replacement: “One Is Not Enough, Zero Is Unacceptable.”... continued from page 1 Before the election on Nov. 3, Newsom said that he was getting pressure from different groups in the state about who he should appoint to replace Harris. He also acknowledged that he feels the weight of making that important decision and predicted that his choice would not please everyone. “The stress of having to choose between a lot of friends, to choose between quality candidates, and the fact that whoever you

pick, there are going to be a lot of people who are going to be upset, disappointed, that it wasn’t this or that, I don’t even want to get my arms around that until I have the privilege of having to make that decision,” Newsom said in an interview with Los Angeles’ FOX 11. Gov. Newsom can either decide to make an appointment to complete Harris’s term or he can call a special election.

UNIVERSAL CITY, CA – (November 23, 2020) – NBC4/ KNBC’s ‘Help 4 The Hungry’ donation drive returns for a third consecutive year to support food banks facing a greater than ever need this holiday season to help feed families in need. Demand has skyrocketed during the pandemic leaving neighborhoods and people across Southern California struggling with economic hardships, job losses and homelessness. From November 23 through December 24, individuals can donate $1, $5, $10 or more at Ralphs and Food 4 Less stores upon checkout. People can also make donations by texting H4H to 41444 and follow the prompts. Donations of any amount are welcomed. All donations collected locally will benefit regional food banks in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura counties. “NBC4’s ‘Help 4 The Hungry’ returns at a critical time when many across our area are facing overwhelming challenges. We are proud to step up and do our part to ensure millions of meals across Southern California are available to those who need it the most and during these unprecedented times,” said Steve Carlston, NBC4 President and General Manager. Since 2018, NBC4/KNBC’s award-winning campaign has raised nearly $1 million dollars in cash donations and provided four million meals across the region. This year, the station hopes to build on its success and make a greater impact. “The Help 4 The Hungry campaign is a true demonstration of partnership between NBC4,

Ralphs, Food 4 Less and the regional food banks throughout Southern California,” said John Votava, Director, Corporate Affairs for Ralphs. “Most importantly, we are grateful for viewers, customers and community supporters who so generously give to the campaign each year. “The results of the Help 4 The Hungry campaign further our bold goal of achieving a world with Zero Hunger & Zero Waste.” Throughout the campaign, NBC4/KNBC will report about food insecurity in Southern California and how donations can make a difference in people’s lives. Audiences can watch the reports during the station’s newscasts that air from 4 a.m. to 7 a.m., at 11:00 a.m., and at 4 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. Audiences can also watch the reports through the station’s digital, mobile and OTT platforms. NBC4/KNBC’s ‘Help 4 The Hungry’ initiative follows the station’s ongoing efforts to provide support to communities affected by the coronavirus crisis including a spring 2020 partnership with Ralphs and Food 4 Less that resulted in $235,000 in emergency relief funds going to groups providing direct aid to those impacted by the pandemic. In addition, earlier this year, NBC4/KNBC and KVEA/ Telemundo 52 awarded $225,000 to nearly a dozen local nonprofit organizations using innovation to tackle everyday problems and urgent COVID-19 needs. For more information about how to donate, visit nbcla.com/ helpthehungry and follow @nbcla on all social media platforms.

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Stay Home for the Holidays: Gov Tightens COVID-19 Rules Quinci LeGardye | California Black Media

As COVID-19 case numbers climb, California has imposed tighter restrictions and ordered a ordered a statewide mask mandate, while advising residents to stay home. Out of the 58 California counties, 41 are now at the state’s most restrictive, or purple, tier, including Alameda, Los Angeles, Riverside and San Diego counties. On Friday, the governor announced a curfew between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. in 41 counties. It will affect more than 90 % of Californians, but he stopped short of reissuing a statewide shelter-in-place order. “The virus is spreading at a pace we haven’t seen since the start of this pandemic and the next several days and weeks will be critical to stop the surge. We are sounding the alarm,” Gov. Newsom said in a statement. “It is crucial that we act to decrease transmission and slow hospitalizations before the death count surges.” Earlier in the week, Gov. Newsom announced a stricter mandate that requires mask wearing “statewide at all times

when outside of the home” by everyone over age two. The new restrictions are in response to the recent COVID-19 case surge, the “fastest increase we’ve seen since the start of the pandemic,” according to Newsom. Nationwide, COVID-19 cases hit 12 million on Nov. 21, an increase of nearly 1 million over the previous week. More than 250,000 Americans have died of COVID-19 so far. “Every age group, every racial demographic, in every part of the state we are seeing case rates increase and positivity rates increase as well. It is no longer concentrated in just a handful of counties. We are seeing community spread broadly throughout the state of California,” Newsom said during a news briefing Monday. Public health and government officials have recently shifted their messaging to warning the public about the spread of COVID-19 in the winter months, as families consider whether to gather for the holidays. On Nov. 13,

Newsom issued a travel advisory warning to California residents discouraging travel out of the state for any nonessential reason, including the Thanksgiving holiday, and recommending a 14-day quarantine for anyone who does travel. Newsom also shared the number of current COVID-19 hospitalizations in California, which has climbed 48 % over the past two weeks to reach 3,800 as of Nov. 15. Of those, more than 1,000 people were in intensive care. Black and Brown communities including East Oakland and East Los Angeles are still hotspots – and the case numbers are climbing. Dr. Beverly Tambe is a primary doctor at Adventist Health White Memorial Hospital in East Los Angeles who recently appeared in a USA Facts Ad to talk about the realities of treating patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a conversation with California Black Media, Tambe spoke about the struggles of treating a virus whose full impact healthcare professionals have yet to determine. Over the past nine months of treating COVID-19 patients, Tambe has seen a variety of situations with her patients. They range from those who recover in a couple of days, to those who were previously admitted to the hospital at the beginning of the pandemic

and still come in for outpatient treatment for decreased lung or heart function. She emphasizes that the effects of COVID-19 vary from patient to patient. “We have a standardized treatment regimen for patients that come into the hospital, depending on the severity. We’ve got a whole algorithm that we follow, but even with the algorithm and these treatments, some patients get better and some just don’t. We have patients that we're doing everything for and they're not getting better,” she said. Tambe also shared her concerns about the upcoming winter and whether case numbers will continue to increase. She recommended against gathering in large groups. She also emphasized that people at least take the basic safety precautions, including wearing a mask and washing their hands regularly, to protect themselves and those around them. “There's a 14-day incubation period with the disease. So even though you feel fine, one day you could travel or meet in a large group, and still be carrying the disease. So, you carry the disease, spread it to everybody and eventually your symptoms might come up, but you've already gotten others sick. That's why it's so important to take care, to be cautious,” she warned.

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STATE/GOVERNMENT NEWS

OP-ED: The Power of Trust and Truth

Gary H. Gibbons, M.D., Director National Heart, Lung, Blood Institute and Eliseo J. Pérez-Stable, M.D., Director National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities

Getting and sharing the facts about COVID-19, trusting science can help turn tide for pandemic-strapped communities of color By Gary H. Gibbons, M.D., Director National Heart, Lung, Blood Institute and Eliseo J. Pérez-Stable, M.D., Director National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities

COVID-19 has killed more than 230,000 people in the U.S., and the death toll continues to rise at a rate of about 1,000 per day. We know, however, that families and communities don’t count their losses in thousands or hundreds; they count them one-by-one – a father, a teacher, a sister, a friend, a nurse, a son, a Tribal elder, a church member. And these losses hurt. But some communities feel the impact of COVID-19 more than others. Latinos, along with African Americans and American Indians, account for more than half of all COVID-related cases, even though they represent just a third of the population. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), these groups require hospitalization at a rate about five times higher than whites, due to the severity of their illnesses or lack of early access to health care. And the mortality outcomes reflect this as well: Latinos and American Indians die at 1.5 times the rate of whites, and African Americans, at 2.4 times the rate. As scientists and NIH colleagues with more than 60 years of combined research experience in health disparities, we are not surprised by these discouraging statistics. But these awful numbers also feel deeply personal: they represent our friends, our family, our loved ones, too, as our roots are in these very communities— Philadelphia’s African American neig hborhood s, M ia m i’s Cuban immigrant diaspora. COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus SARSCoV-2, has simply shone a spotlight on health disparities that have long affected underrepresented communities like ours. We know, for example, that obesity, diabetes, and heart disease are more prevalent among people of color. If you have any of these conditions and contract COVID-19 you run a much higher risk for severe complications and death. But biology and behavior are just part of the picture. Where we work, whether we have access to quality health care, what we eat, and other socio-economic conditions also drive health disparities. As we grapple with the effects of these health inequities on our daily lives, we can take simple public health measures to help prevent the immediate spread of this disease, starting with

wearing a mask, washing our hands, and maintaining six feet of distance from others. But that won’t be enough to end the pandemic in communities of color. As the leaders of two public health research agencies, we know we can’t just devise solutions from Washington, D.C. We must also work with those who are most trusted, respected, and closest to these hard-hit communities. Through joint local efforts, we believe we can ensure that the best, most accurate information reaches these communities, and that they are informed about, and included in, diverse research studies essential for developing safe, effective treatments, and vaccines for all. That is why the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has issued a $12 million award to support teams in 11 states to establish the Community Engagement Alliance (CEAL) Against COVID-19 Disparities. This Alliance has already brought together community- and faith-based organizations, doctors, patients, researchers, community advocates and minority-serving educational institutions. For weeks, from Sacramento, California to Jackson, Mississippi, we have been listening carefully— to concerns, fears, very practical questions, and ideas. Our sincere hope is that, working together, we will find ways to overcome COVID-19 in a manner that takes into account the history, cultural differences, and unique input and needs of the people it affects most. How do we do this? We start by offering reliable and easily understood information based on science, by dispelling myths, and by explaining the importance of research. CEAL is working with trusted members in communities like yours to ensure access to information that can be shared through virtual town halls, infographics, animated videos, and in many other ways – like social media posts. Importantly, we also will be encouraging participation in research studies designed to stamp out COVID-19 in highrisk communities. That’s because clinical trials, the fundamental part of the scientific process, show whether new medicines and vaccines are effective at protecting you against disease.

When a drug gets approved and your doctor prescribes it for you, you are not wrong to wonder whether it has been tested and shown to work — and especially shown to work for people like you. This is why it is so important for research studies to include people from all races, genders, ages, socio-economic classes and more. We simply need to learn who is likely to benefit the most from any given treatment. In other words, we can’t develop effective drugs and vaccines to conquer COVID-19 in communities of color without the active participation of the people who live there. We strongly believe that when done right, inclusive research leads to solutions that get us where we need to be. We already have safeguards in place to ensure historic wrongs are not repeated, and that safe and ethical standards are practiced consistently. The Food and Drug Administration, review boards, and expert panels at the NIH—indeed, each institution and company conducting medical research— rigorously review every phase of a clinical trial, from before it begins until after it ends. These review boards include not just scientists, doctors, and experts, but also community advocates who keep a watchful eye on the process. While these factors are critical to ending this public health emergency, we must keep our eyes on an even bigger prize—a nation without the disturbing health inequities that compromise the health of our whole society. As clinicians who have cared for countless patients of color, as mentors who have supported underrepresented groups, and as members of communities where each one teaches one, we fully understand the power of community to make a difference in the long fight against this conquerable problem. We firmly believe that by traveling this journey together— by sharing sound information, by squashing misinformation, by being responsible citizens and building trust in science—we can push this deadly pandemic into retreat. Hopefully when that happens, we can embark on a path of inclusion that gives everyone in America a fighting chance for a long and healthy life.

Biden-Harris Administration Tasked with Dismantling America’s History of Hate...continued from page 1 or unpopular to admit, it was once legal to punish or kill an African American, but you could not educate them,” Strayhorn submitted. “Teaching Blacks to read and write was prohibited by law. In the year 2020, there are over 4,300 colleges and universities in the United States, collectively enrolling over 20 million college students. Virtually 2 million are African Americans, with the vast majority (twothirds) being Black women. “And when African Americans enroll in college, approximately half do not graduate, accrue high amounts of educational debt, or report experiencing hostile, unwelcoming environments at predominantly white institutions.” Strayhorn asked that the incoming Joe Biden/Kamala Harris administration do all it could to reduce, or remove, those challenges. “A new administration, comprised of individuals who reflect the diversity of their constituents, can champion culturally-relevant initiatives,

create equity, and foster racial healing,” Strayhorn proposed. As a Black and Indian American, a plan of Kamala Harris should include equality for Black women in the workplace, opined Dr. Carey Yazeed, the editor of the anthology, “Shut ’em Down: Black Women, Racism and Corporate America.” “Malcolm X stated it best, ‘The most disrespected person in America is the Black Woman. The most unprotected person in America is the Black Woman.’ This country has done little to help uplift Black women, yet we are the ones who continuously come to its rescue,” Dr. Yazeed remarked. “Although Black women are often the lowest paid in Corporate America, we often outwork and outperform our peers in the workplace,” she continued. “When corporations talk about diversity and inclusion, Black women are usually excluded from those conversations, which is reflected in our salaries and how we are treated. Black women often walk away from Corporate America traumatized

by the racial injustices that they endure and are left to carry that pain around for years.” Actress and mental health advocate Samantina Zenon concluded that many white people remain disconnected, still seeing African Americans as maids or even slaves. “Histor y conti nues to rewrite itself. In every avenue, Black people consistently get mistreated,” Zenon said. “In order for real changes to happen, the new administration needs to give more Black people a platform to be seen and heard, not just Black celebrities or politicians. “Real people who face daily challenges for being Black in America. Part of the narrative on their campaigns was Donald Trump divided the country and has given white supremacists a platform to be racist, and they want to bring us back together. While that is true, the new administration needs to be held accountable for making those changes because Black people showed up for them at the polls, make racism wrong again.”

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RELIGION/HEALTH/LIFESTYLE

“Bible Prophecy is Being Fulfilled Right Before Our Eyes and No One is Paying Attention!” By: Lou Yeboah

Lou Yeboah Woe, Woe, Woe! Wake up and wake up now, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed." [Romans 13:11]. The final countdown and signs of the seven-year tribulation are rising all around us. The warnings are there. The signs are there. The thunder is growing, the lightning is on the horizon, and the dark clouds are gathering. I tell you, we are living in the most significant and important time in Bibleprophecy history, yet no one is paying attention. Woe, Woe, Woe! If you consider yourself a follower of Jesus, “Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things that will come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man.” [Luke 21:36]. And if you want to know how close we are in Bible prophecy, then watch Israel and compare it to God’s Word. Israel is the key to the end time prophecy and the City of Jerusalem is the center stage. Consider the message and understand the vision: [Daniel 9:24]. The final seven year countdown, begins when this world figure known as the Antichrist initiates a peace covenant with Israel. Done [√]: “Israel and the UAE agreed to

full normalization of relations in a phone call with President Donald Trump marking the first peace treaty between Israel and an Arab country in 25 years.” [Moving the United States Embassy in Israel back to Jerusalem and recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel]. “STRIKING ANOTHER HISTORIC AGREEMENT: President Donald J. Trump brokered a peace agreement between Sudan and Israel – the third such agreement between Israel and an Arab-Muslim nation in less than three months. “Today, Israel and Sudan have agreed to make peace and to normalize their relations in another landmark agreement. In the coming weeks, the two countries will begin negotiations on cooperation agreements in agriculture, economy, trade, aviation, migration issues, and other areas of mutual benefit. This historic peace agreement follows similar agreements between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Israel and the Kingdom of Bahrain. The United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Sudan are the first Arab nations to normalize relations with Israel in over 25 years.” QUOTE President Donald J. Trump ─ “They are choosing a future in which Arabs and Israelis, Muslims, Jews, and Christians can live together, pray together, and dream together, side by side, in harmony, community, and peace.” Can you hear me now! Bible prophecy is quickly being fulfilled in rapid succession. End time prophecy is being fulfilled one after another. Watch and pray! The final seven year countdown has begun. H a p py T h a n k sg iv i n g!

Witness For Justice#1022

Tear Down the Wall

Rev. Tracy Howe Minister for Congregational and Community Engagement I live in the Sonoran Desert on Tohono O’odham land in what is now called Tucson, Arizona. It is such a unique ecosystem, so stirring and beautiful, mystical and magnificent. It is protected by state, federal, and international laws. It is the only place you will find the Saguaro Cactus, and it is a felony in the state of Arizona to destroy one. Endangered jaguars and ocelots roam the mountains, and birders come from around the world as this area is one of the most diverse in the world for bird species. The Tohono O’odham Nation is sovereign land recognized by both the United Stated and Mexico, and though there is no O’odham word for “wall,” 62 miles of the US-Mexico border runs through their sovereign land. However, the irreplaceable beauty, the critical ecosystem, the sacred ancestral lands, the state and federal and international laws, have been destroyed, desecrated, broken, and gone largely unnoticed. When the border wall was proposed, Native people, conservation groups, and activists sounded alarms. As construction began, those same groups tried to educate and organize direct actions to slow it down. But the construction has gone on and devastated this area – by executive order – disregarding conservation lands and the sovereign land rights of indigenous people. Now that the election has taken place and a new administration has pledged

to halt border wall construction, opportunists are continuing to blow up mountains to receive a paycheck for as long as they can. We are in a world that contains so much devastation. Even if some circumstances begin to improve, the devastation is there to be dealt with. Psalm 126, for me, contains some wisdom for continuing on in a time of devastation: Restore our fortunes, O God, like the watercourses in the Negeb. May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy. Those who go out weeping, bearing the seed for sowing, shallcomehomewithshoutsofjoy, car r ying their sheaves. - Psalm 126:4-6 (NRSV) The watercourses of the Negeb are a system of seasonal streams that usually appear as dry beds in the arid southern land. However, winter rains can make them fill suddenly and completely, bringing green growing life to a parched desert landscape. This psalm is a cry for immediate and supernatural intervention. A people, returning to devastation after living in exile, longed for everything to be strong and new, as the watercourses strengthen and restore the crops. It is a prayer for immediate and supernatural intervention, but there is a shift then to the final petition: “May those who sow in tears, reap with shouts continued in next 2 columns

Tear Down the Wall...continued of joy.” People, weeping for the tremendous struggles and suffering of people, for their children and for their own pain, pick up their tools, and – with wet cheeks – they throw their tools into the ground and plant seeds. The only intervention being asked for in this prayer is one of blessing, that the harvest would simply come, that the seeds would sprout and become food and grain so that they can return

“carrying their harvest sheaves.” No matter the circumstances, the promise is that we have each other. We cannot bring back species once they are extinct, but we can plant. Quitobaquito Springs may have been depleted beyond restoration, but we can tell the story of the women who tried to save it, and clean and protect what remains. We can tear down walls that have no place in this world and shout with joy one day.

Comedian Sinbad Recovering from a Stroke By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent

The 64-year-old Sinbad, born David Adkins, is known for his stand-up work and appearances in the sitcoms “A Different World” and “The Sinbad Show.” The entertainer has also appeared in several movies, including “Good Burger,” “First Kid,” and “Jingle All the Way.” (Photo: Jerry Crawford / Wikimedia Commons) Sinbad, the talented comedian whose reputation has endeared him to millions of fans on television, in the movies, and on stage, is recovering from a stroke. The icon, who appeared earlier this year on the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) #FIYAH! livestream series, and during the NNPA’s celebration of Afro Comic-Con, was recently hospitalized. It’s not clear if he’s still in the hospital or at home in California. “It is out of sincere love that we share Sinbad, our beloved husband, and father, is recovering from a recent stroke,” the comedian’s family shared in a statement. “Sinbad is a light source of love and joy for many generations. While he is beginning his road to recovery, we are faithful and optimistic that he will bring laughter into our hearts soon,” the statement continued. The 64-year-old Sinbad, born David Adkins, is known for his

stand-up work and appearances in the sitcoms “A Different World” and “The Sinbad Show.” The entertainer has also appeared in several movies, including “Good Burger,” “First Kid,” and “Jingle All the Way.” According to his biography posted on Fandango.com, Sinbad has dedicated his free time and personal efforts to such causes as the Children’s Defense Fund and the Omega Boys Club. Sinbad also made his bid to increase AIDS awareness with his involvement in the Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS and You video in 1992. His intense dedication to family is evident in his hiring of his brothers and sisters to assist him in numerous endeavors. “Our family thanks you in advance for your love and support and ask for continued prayers for his healing. We also ask that you please respect our privacy during this time,” the family statement read.

Impact of COVID-19 on African Americans Highlights the Need for Health Coverage This Holiday Season...continued Open enrollment is the onetime of the year when anyone eligible can sign up for health care coverage for 2021. Covered California consumers can check their options and see if they qualify for financial help by using the Shop & Compare tool on the revamped CoveredCA.com. Eligible consumers who sign up through Covered California can qualify for financial help from the federal government, the state of California, or both. Consumers can visit and find out if they are eligible for either lower cost private plans through Covered California or free coverage through MediCal (which is open year-round). Right now, a record 1.5 million Californians are enrolled in Covered California and are in the process of renewing their coverage, with nearly 90 percent receiving some level of financial assistance. “Affordability is the number

one issue for consumers, and the financial help available through Covered California helps bring the cost of coverage within reach,” Lee said. In 2021, nearly all Californians (99.8 percent) will be able to choose from two or more carriers and over three-quarter of Californians (77 percent) will have four or more choices. Consumers will need to sign up by Dec. 15 in order to have their coverage begin on Jan. 1, 2021. Those interested in learning more about their coverage options can: • V i s i t w w w. C o v e r e d CA . c o m . • Get free and confidential assistance, in a variety of languages, from a certified enroller. • Have a certified enroller call them and help them for free. • C a l l Covered California at (800) 300-1506.

California Sees an Increase in Rare, Severe Complications from Untreated Gonorrhea Health News SACRAMENTO – In recent months, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has received reports of a severe form of gonorrhea called disseminated gonococcal infections (DGI), which is an uncommon, but sig n if ica nt complicat ion of u nt reated gonor rhea. “As an infectious disease and public health physician, I am very concerned that we are seeing completely preventable complications of sexually transmitted disease (STD) infections that went undiagnosed and untreated, likely due to people not seeking care or getting routine testing during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Dr. Erica Pan, Acting State Public Health Officer. “STD risk has not gone away. There are a few groups we especially want to remind to seek STD screening. If you are a sexually active female 25 years of age or younger, if you are pregnant, if you are a man who has sex with men, or if you are living with HIV, please contact your healthcare provider to get recommended testing for STDs.” Disseminated Gonorrhea

Infections occur when the sexually transmitted pathogen Neisseria gonorrhoeae spreads beyond the site of infection and invades the bloodstream traveling to distant sites in the body. This can lead to joint pain and swelling from infected joints; small, painless red based skin lesions that have clear fluid or pus in them; infection in the blood; or, on rare occasions, infections of the heart valves or fluid around the brain. Most of the cases in California have presented with joint pain and infected joints. Anyone showing symptoms should immediately reach out to their health care provider. CDPH is working with local health departments and health care providers to understand these infections, and to ensure people with STDs are tested and treated. This includes encouraging emergency department clinicians to routinely test their patients for HIV, STDs, and Hepatitis C, and encouraging people who are at risk to make use of newly available at-home STD and HIV testing technologies. For more information on STDs in California, visit www.std.ca.gov.

Impact of COVID-19 on African Americans Highlights the Need for Health Coverage Teens Attacked by Delano Police This Holiday Season Health News With COVID-19 raging across the country, African Americans -- disproportionately infected with the virus – are being urged to enroll in health insurance through California’s Obamacare exchange, Covered California. While tens of thousands of African Americans have benefited from insurance through Covered California at one time or another since 2013, nearly 65,000 uninsured Africans Americans in the state are eligible for financial help through Covered California or Medi-Cal. “In the midst of this global health crisis and resulting economic recession, we want everyone to be insured, regardless of their race or economic status, and no matter what situation they find themselves in,” Covered California Executive Director Peter V. Lee said. Covered California recently launched its open enrollment period, which lasts through Jan. 31, and is encouraging all eligible residents to “Get Covered” and “Stay Covered,”

Lee said. “During this holiday season, what better way to show a loved one you than by giving the gift of health,” Lee said. Long-standing systemic health and social inequities have put many people from racial and ethnic minority groups at increased risk of getting sick and dying from COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. According to a repor t in the Washington Post, African Americans were 37 percent more likely to die than Whites from COVID-19, after controlling for age, sex and mortality rates over time. “Health insurance can have a lasting impact,” Lee said. “From day one Covered California has worked hard to connect with the state’s diverse communities. We believe that part of addressing the disparities exposed by the pandemic is by effectively reaching out to enroll all Californians.” continued in next 2 columns

Will be Paid Settlement

The Agreement Also Calls For Delano Police Officers to Undergo Training Lifestyle News DELANO – The City of Delano in Kern County has approved a settlement with four high-school students who were harassed and attacked by police officers last year while walking through a residential neighborhood on their way to pick up prom passes. The attack, caught on cell phone videos, included footage of one of the students being tackled, slammed to the ground, and handcuffed for doing nothing more than protesting the use of force against his friends for asserting their rights. The settlement, which comes in the wake of a lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Southern California and the law firm of Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, calls for each of the students to receive between $30,000 and $35,000. The agreement also stipulates that Delano Police Department officers

receive training to emphasize that they are prohibited from arresting members of the public for asserting their First Amendment rights. “Although the unlawful arrest and excessive use of force continues to impact the students, this settlement agreement allows for some closure,” said Stephanie Padilla, staff attorney at the ACLU SoCal. “It also importantly recognizes the need to train officers that members of the community have a right to record them engaged in their official duties and that this, in and of itself, does not constitute cause for detainment or arrest.” The incident involving the teenagers occurred on April 11, 2019 when the four students were walking toward the Wonderful College Prep Academy to pick up their prom passes. A police car pulled aside them as they continued on page 6

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LEGALS/CLASSIFIEDS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200010790 Date Filed: 11/24/2020 Filing Expires On: 11/24/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): 1. RANCHO RV & SELF STORAGE 2. RANCHO CUCAMONGA RV & BOAT STORAGE 3. RANCHO RV & BOAT STORAGE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:12050 ARROW ROUTE RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739 Mailing Address: 2042 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 100 IRVINE, CA 92612 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: GUARDIAN STORAGE CENTERS, LLC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 2042 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 100 IRVINE, CA 92612 This business is/was conducted by: A Limited Partnership Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 4/16/2004 John Minar, Managing Mem. of Guardian Storage Centers, LLC GP of GSC Rancho I, LP, 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 November 26, December 3, 10, 17, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200010085 Date Filed: 10/28/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/28/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): PARK VIEW TOWNHOMES County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:1160 BARSTOW ROAD BARSTOW, CALIFO 92311 Mailing Address: 20350 VIA TARRAGONA YORBA LINDA, CALIFO 92887 Name of Individual Registrant: MATT H. TYNI 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: 20350 VIA TARRAGONA YORBA LINDA, CALIFO 92887 Name of Individual Registrant: JANICE S. TYNI Residence Street Address: 20350 VIA TARRAGONA YORBA LINDA, CALIFO, 92887 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: Sep 30, 2020 Matt H. Tyni, Spouse, 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 November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200010189 Date Filed: 10/30/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/30/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.):OVO SOUND County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:11611 VILLA STREET ADELANTO, CA 92301 Name of Individual Registrant: DESIGN D. TROTTER 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: 11611 VILLA 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: Aug 19, 2019 Design Trotter, 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 November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200009335 Date Filed: 10/08/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/08/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): CHAMPION HOME OFFER County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 10602 TRADEMARK PARKWAY, SUITE 509 RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: FUTURE NOW, INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4286976 Residence Street Address: 10602 TRADEMARK PARKWAY SUITE #509 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: Jun 10, 2019 Jason Doshi, 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 November 5, Correction 12, 19, 26, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200009646 Date Filed: 10/19/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/19/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): ANOTHER MOBILE FLEET SERVICE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:11960 ROCKRIDGE DR. FONTANA, CA 92337 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: WEST COAST TRUCK REPAIR INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.: C4645056 Residence Street Address: 11960 ROCKRIDGE DR. FONTANA, CA 92337 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Sep 23, 2020 Damian A. Mendoza, 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 November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200009648 Date Filed: 10/19/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/19/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): AMFS LEASING County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:11960 ROCKRIDGE DR. FONTANA, CA 92337 Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg. WEST COAST TRUCK AND TRAILER LEASING INC. State of Inc./Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.:C4645059 Residence Street Address: 11960 ROCKRIDGE DR. FONTANA, CA 92337 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Sep 23, 2020 Damian A. Mendoza, 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 November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200009929 Date Filed: 10/26/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/26/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): SA’LIAN County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 10411 BUCKBOARD CIRCLE ADELANTO, CA 92301 Name of Individual Registrant: SARAH T. POTTER 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: 10411 BUCKBOARD CIRCLE 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: Not Applicable Sarah T. Potter, Individual, 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 November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200010074 Date Filed: 10/28/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/28/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): PADILLAS BACKHOE SERVICE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 13403 SEQUOIA RD. VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 Name of Individual Registrant: RAFAEL PADILLA 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: 13403 SEQUOIA RD. VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 Name of Individual Registrant: YADIRA HERNANDEZ Residence Street Address: 13403 SEQUOIA RD. VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 This business is/was conducted by: A General Partnership Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Oct 22, 2020 Rafael Padilla, General 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 November 5, 12, 19, 26 , 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200009727 Date Filed: 10/21/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/21/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA VIPASSANA CENTER County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 68561 TWENTYNINE PALMS HWY TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA 92277 Mailing Address: PO BOX 486 JOSHUA TREE,CA 92252 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: SAYAJI U BA KHIN

VIPASSANA ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 2682555 Residence Street Address: 68561 TWENTY NINE PALMS HWY TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA 92277 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: June 17, 2005 Thuya Tin Aye, Secretary, 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 November 5, 12, 19, 26 , 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200010276 Date Filed: 11/04/2020 Filing Expires On: 11/04/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): CORAS NAYARIT County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of B u s i n e s s : 1 4 5 6 0 PA L M D A L E R D . VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 Mailing Address: 15840 CANDLEWOOD DR. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92395 Name of Individual Registrant: EMMA MACIAS SALAZAR 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: 15840 CANDLEWOOD DR. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92395 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Nov 02, 2020 Emma Macias Salazar, 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 November 19, 26, December 3, 10, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200009597 Date Filed: 10/19/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/19/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): PIEL DE MIEL SKINCARE County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 5535 HOLLISTER RD. PHELAN, CALIF 92371 Mailing Address: 5535 HOLLISTER RD. PHELAN, CALIF 92371 Name of Individual Registrant: GLADYS MELENDEZ-ARREOLA 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: 5535 HOLLISTER RD. PHELAN, CALIFO 92371 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 Gladys Melendez-Arreola, 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 November 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200010425 Date Filed: 11/12/2020 Filing Expires On: 11/12/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): OPTOMETRIC EYE CARE ASSOCIATES OF SAN BERNARDINO County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 222 NORTH G STREET SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92410 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: DR. MICHAEL K. MORTON OD OPTOMETRIC CORP State of Inc./Org./Reg.:CA Inc./Org./ Reg. No.:3284381 Residence Street Address:1425 LARSEN LN PLACENTIA, CA 92870 This business is/was conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Mar 12, 2010 Michael Morton, 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 November 19, 26, December 3, 10, 2020.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200009985 Date Filed: 10/27/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/27/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.):1. B LUXE BOUTIQUE 2. MARATHON MANAGEMENT GROUP County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:16333 GREENTREE BLVD., UNIT 3584 VICTORVILLE, CA 92393 Name of Individual Registrant: BIANCA MCMILLIAN-HOUSTON 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: 16333 GREENTREE BLVD., UNIT 3584 VICTORVILLE, CA 92393 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 Bianca McMillian-Houston, 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 November 19, 26, December 3, 10, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200010276 Date Filed:11/04/ 2020 Filing Expires On: 11/04/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): CORAS NAYARIT County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of B u s i n e s s : 1 4 5 6 0 PA L M D A L E R D . VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 Mailing Address:15840 CANDLEWOOD DR. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92395 Name of Individual Registrant: EMMA MACIAS SALAZAR 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: 15840 CANDLEWOOD DR. SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92395 This business is/was conducted by: An Individual Registrant has commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Nov 02, 2020 Emma Macias Salazar, 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 November 19, 26, December 3, 10, 2020. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200009951 Date Filed: 10/27/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/27/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): PIZZA FUEGO County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 171 WEST 40TH STREET SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92407 Mailing Address: 3225 MCLEOD DRIVE, UNIT 100 LAS VEGAS, NV 89121 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.:PIZZA FUEGO SAN BERNARDINO, LLC State of Inc./ Org./Reg.: Inc./Org./Reg. No.:202027311008 Residence Street Address: 1008 W. AVENUE M14 SUITE A-D180 PALMDALE, CA 93551 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: Oct 18, 2020 Faraj Mourad, Manager,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 November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200009959 Date Filed: 10/27/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/27/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): PIZZA FUEGO County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business: 805 S. MOUNTAIN AVE. ONTARIO, CA 91762 Mailing Address: 3225 MCLEOD DRIVE, UNIT 100 LAS VEGAS, NV 89121 Name of Individual Registrant: Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: PIZZA FUEGO ONTARIO, LLC State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.:202027311014 Residence Street Address: 1008 W. AVENUE M14 SUITE A-D180 PALMDALE, CA 93551 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: Oct 24, 2020 Faraj Mourad, Manager, 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 November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2020.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20200010090 Date Filed: 10/28/2020 Filing Expires On: 10/28/2025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME (as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.): GOLDS AND PINKS County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Street Address of Principal Place of Business:15221 CARMELITA AVE. CHINO HILLS, CA 91709 Name of Individual Registrant: CRYSTAL SANCHEZ Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: Residence Street Address: 15221 CARMELITA AVE. CHINO HILLS, CA 91709 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 Crystal Sanchez, 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 November 12, 19, 26, December 3, 2020.

PETITION/PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DONALD CARL VICKERY

CASE NO.: PROPS 2000865 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of: DONALD

CARL VICKERY

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KAY VICKERY in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KAY VICKERY 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: Jan 6, 2021 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: S36 Superior Court Of California County Of San Bernardino 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0212 San Bernardino District-Probate Division 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: Edward G. Operini 16820 Ivy Avenue Fontana, CA 92335 (909) 822-5041 Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper November 26, December 3, 10, 17, 2020. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVVS 2000453 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: OADDOFI ALI AGUILLARD filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name a. OADDOFI ALI AGUILLARD to Proposed name: QADDAFI ALI MUHAMMAD THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 12/14/2020 Time 1:30 p.m. Dept.: B4 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 235 East Mountain View Street Barstow, CA 92311 Barstow District A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set

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for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: October 13, 2020 Judge Carlos M. Cabrera Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper November 5,12,19, 26, 2020. AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CIVDS 2019337 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: MICHAEL ANTHONY FERNANDEZ and TALIA ZURI FERNANDEZ filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: a. CAMILLE ADRIENNE FERNANDEZ to Proposed name: CAMILLA ADRIENNE FERNANDEZ 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:1/07/2021 Time 9:00 a.m. Dept.:S17 The address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO San Bernardino District-Civil Division 247 West Third Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0210 A Copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The San Bernardino American Newspaper P.O. Box 837 Victorville, CA 92393 Date: Lynn M. Poncin Judge Of The Superior Court Published in the San Bernardino American Newspaper November 5, Correction 12, 19, 26, 2020.

REQUEST FOR ORDER PETITIONER: VIVIAN F. CROOX RESPONDENT: JACINTO R. CROOX REQUEST FOR ORDER: DIVISION OF PETITIONER’S PENSION; APPT. RICHARD MUIR AND PAY ONE-HALF COSTS CASE NUMBER: VFLVS 022145 NOTICE OF HEARING TO RESPONDENT: JACINTO R. CROOX A COURT HEARING WILL BE HELD AS FOLLOWS: DATE: 1/13/21 DEPT. : V11

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SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO 14455 CIVIC DRIVE VICTORVILLE DISTRICT, VICTORVILLE, CA 92392 WARNING to the person served with the Request for Order: The court may make the requested orders without you if you do not file a Responsive Declaration to Request for Order (form FL-320), serve a copy on the others parties at least nine court days before the hearing (unless the court has ordered a shorter period of time), and appear at the hearing. ( See formFL-320-INFO for more information.) Attorney For Petitioner: Christina Ferrante, SBN 80030 10700 Civic Center Drive, Suite 200 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 T: (909) 989-0023 F: (909) 4660318 Date: February 24, 2020 Carlos M. Cabrera JUDICIAL OFFICER Published in The San Bernardino American Newspaper November 26, December 3, 10, 17, 2020.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) today announced the selection of 27 projects that will receive funding for the restoration, enhancement and protection of anadromous salmonid habitat in California watersheds. The grants, which total $10.7 million, were awarded through CDFW’s Fisheries Restoration Grant Program (FRGP). Established in 1981, FRGP has included funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund since 2000. The federal fund was established by Congress in 2000 to reverse the declines of Pacific salmon and steelhead throughout California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska. “The ongoing momentum to restore California’s habitat for these historic species hasn’t stopped as we face a global pandemic and devastating wildfires,” CDFW Director Charlton H. Bonham said. “Awarding these projects highlights the resilience, passion and vison for salmon recovery by our state’s restoration community, for which we are grateful.” In response to the 2020 Fisheries Habitat Restoration Grant Solicitation, CDFW received 80 proposals requesting more than $40.6 million in funding. As part of the competitive grant program, proposals underwent a rigorous technical review by CDFW and NOAA scientists. The 27 approved projects will further the objectives of state and federal fisheries recovery plans, including removing barriers to fish migration, restoring riparian habitat, monitoring of listed populations, and creating a more resilient and sustainably managed water resources system (e.g., water supply, water quality and habitat) that can better withstand drought conditions. These projects further the goals of California’s Water Action Plan and CDFW’s State Wildlife Action Plan, as well as addressing limiting factors specified in state and federal recovery plans. The list of approved projects is available on the FRGP website.

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Paris Jackson, Emerges with New CD, New Vibe By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

At 22, Paris Jackson bears the scars of a childhood that took a devastating turn 11 years ago with the death of her father, Michael Jackson. After the King of Pop’s death, a chaotic years-long struggle with family turmoil and multiple suicide attempts began for Paris. But, like her father, who once described how he bounced back from adversity because of having “rhinoceros’ skin,” Paris has proven just as resilient. She moved out of the family home at 18. She found and lost love on at least two occasions, but it’s her most recent ex, Gabriel Glenn, that Paris appears to sing about on her new single, “Let Down,” the first from her debut solo album “Wilted.” The CD, containing 11 songs with a mostly Punk vibe, is set for release on November 13, “Let Down,” is accompanied by a video that opens with Paris shedding a blood-filled tear and with somber vocals declaring, “You were my all/And now I fall to the ground/you hit the wall/And now I crawl underground.” Punctuating the raw emotion, a chorus belts out, “Let me down

again/Break me/Flush me down the drain/Let me down again.” “Her songs reflect heartache over her boyfriend and, unconsciously, they are a reflection of heartache over her father’s death,” Psychiatrist Carole Lieberman observed. Lieberman has had an adversarial history with the Jackson family. It was the two reports the Beverly Hills doctor made to the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Department and Child Protective Services that led to child sexual abuse charges against Michael Jackson in 2003. Jackson was acquitted during the subsequent criminal trial in 2005. Lieberman, who also sent a complaint to authorities after Jackson dangled his then infant son, Blanket, over a hotel balcony in Berlin in 2002, said Paris appears “vulnerable to bad boys who will break her heart because of her relationship with her dad and his untimely death.” Dr. Fran Walfish, a Beverly Hills family and relationship psychotherapist and regular expert child psychologist on CBS-TV’s “The Doctors,” noted

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that since Paris is a child of notoriety and privilege, scrutiny under the public microscope will always complicate personal vulnerabilities. “A person must be ready to admit their struggles and accept help. In June, she and her exboyfriend filmed a docu-series in which Paris revealed her suicide attempts and said music was a way to channel her pain,” Walfish reflected. “It has been previously publicized that she had made multiple prior suicide attempts. However, this is the first time that Paris Jackson has openly declared accountability for her actions,” Dr. Walfish continued. “This kind of verbal declarative ‘owning up’ is precisely the penicillin for shoring up, bolstering, and self-empowerment required toward the healing process. I have seen several cases in which the psychological and emotional process of healing becomes well-rooted, and then deeply hidden artistic talents are set free and emerge via an unblocked artist.” Neither Lieberman nor Walfish have treated Paris. Prince Michael I, Paris’ brother, served as executive producer of the new album, and many have called him a calming influence for his sister. Michael Jackson’s three children, Prince, 23, Paris, 22, and Blanket (now known as Bigi), 18, have emerged as the latest in a long line of gifted members of the famed Jackson clan. Tito Jackson’s three sons formed the Band, 3T, and enjoyed hit records and sold-out concerts around the globe. Jackie Jackson’s

son, Siggy (known as “DealZ”), has found success in hip-hop. Jermaine Jackson’s children, including Jermajesty and Jaafar, have sometimes joined their father onstage and have cut their teeth in the music business. Randy Jackson’s daughter, Genevieve, and Rebbie Jackson’s son, Auston, have also wowed a new generation of Jackson fans – with Austin being a spitting-image of his late superstar uncle. “I found so much healing through creating this,” Paris told the Associated Press in a recent interview about her new album. “And there are moments where I’ll listen back to certain songs, and I’m like, ‘Wow, I was so naïve.’ But for the most part, it’s just like so much gratitude and joy that I get from listening to these songs and just seeing the development and the evolution,” she said. Dr. Walfish believes Paris faces one more obvious hurdle in her battle against depression or selfharm: media scrutiny of “Wilted.” “Responses and reactions by music critics are and should be irrelevant,” Dr. Walfish warned. “Everyone likes their own cup of tea. What matters most is this newfound pathway to life and selfacceptance that Paris has found through connecting with her inner self through art and music.” Tellingly, Paris demurred when asked by the Associated Press what her late father might think of her music. “I don’t know. I’m not him, so I can’t speak for him,” she responded. “But I hope he would be happy, and I think he would be stoked because I’m happy.”

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The four Inland projects that received grant approval are: * Country Meadows Mobile Home Park in Ontario - $2,120,390 * Monterey Mobile Home Village in Montclair - $784,322 * Villa Montclair Mobile Home Park in Montclair - $543,529 * Soboba Springs Mobile Estates in San Jacinto - $907,817. The approved projects will enable broadband access at speeds of up to 940 megabits per second (Mbps) download and 35 Mpbs upload to 661 households. These households currently are unserved with no facilities-based wireline or fixed wireless broadband service providers. The projects are expected to be completed over the next year.

Finnegan added, “Moving into the very busy and typically costly holiday season, we’re hoping to provide some balance for our guests in terms of convenience, affordability and health. We urge our fans to take advantage of our value-packed menu and free delivery through the WaBa Rewards App to help ease some of the stress the holidays can bring.” *Modifications or additions may result in an additional charge. To view WaBa Grill’s menu and to find your nearest location, visit www.WaBaGrill.com.

Mark Redheffer Charged With Workers’ Compensation Fraud In Fontana Local News The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has charged Mark Redheffer (Age 49 of Fontana) with workers’ compensation fraud and other charges in Fontana. CASE INFORMATION The California Department of Insurance completed an investigation in which Mark Redheffer had committed violations of the California Insurance Code and California Penal Code relating to workers’ compensation fraud. After reviewing this case, our office has filed charges against Mr. Redheffer for violation of the following sections of the California Insurance Code and California Penal Code: Penal Code Section 550(b)(3) – Failure To Disclose Material Fact In Insurance Case (Felony) (b) It is unlawful to do, or to knowingly assist or conspire with any person to do, any of the following:

(3) Conceal, or knowingly fail to disclose the occurrence of, an event that affects any person’s initial or continued right or entitlement to any insurance benefit or payment, or the amount of any benefit or payment to which the person is entitled. Insurance Code Section 1871.4(a)(1) – Workers’ Compensation Insurance Fraud (Felony) It is unlawful to do any of the following: (1) Make or cause to be made a knowingly false or fraudulent material statement or material representation for the purpose of obtaining or denying any compensation, as defined in Section 3207 of the Labor Code. CASE INFORMATION DA Case Number: 2018-000069970 C ou r t C a se Nu mb e r: FWV20001265

Murder in Rialto Local News

The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has filed charges against Shawn Michell Monaco (Age 43 of Riverton, Utah) for murder in Rialto.

Entertainment News Riverside County Board Chair and Fourth District Supervisor V. Manuel Perez. "Bringing the internet to underserved communities will significantly support the basic activities in our residents' lives. I look forward to more opportunities to broaden this effort and reduce the digital divide."

caught salmon, jumbo shrimp and organic tofu which guests may add to any bowl, plate or salad and then customize with a variety of flavorful sauces including the fan favorite WaBa Sauce. Along with takeout, curbside pickup and ordering via the WaBa Rewards App or company website, guests may place orders through any of WaBa’s third-party delivery partners: DoorDash, Grubhub, Uber Eats and Postmates. For a limited time, WaBa Grill is offering free delivery for orders placed via the WaBa Rewards App or the company website.

Healthy Deals Are On The Menu At Waba Grill Shawn Michell Monaco Charged With Value-Bowl Combos, Loaded Miso Soup and “Make it a Feast” Options

Inland mobile home parks awarded $4 million for broadband access Mobile home parks in San Bernardino and Riverside counties were awarded more than $4 million in grants by the California Public Utilities Commission, which will provide access to technology for residents. Charter Communications applied for the California Advances Ser vices Fund Infrastructure Grants to bring broadband service to underserved communities. "Technology helps move communities forward so we are excited that our residents who need Internet access the most will soon be connected," said Curt Hagman, chairman of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors. "No community should be left behind in our county when it comes to technology, which is essential to compete in our world today. Closing the digital divide improves access to emergency services, expands economic opportunities and bridges the economic divide." "Now more than ever, we've seen how access to the internet allows residents to connect with businesses, schools and loved ones. It's a necessity," said

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CASE SYNOPSIS On Friday, November 9, 2018 officers from the Rialto Police continued on page 7

Teens Attacked by Delano Police Will be Paid Settlement...continued from page 4

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. (November 12, 2020) – WaBa Grill, one of the nation’s leading healthy rice bowl chains, is happy to announce that due to popular demand, its Value-Bowl Combos, Loaded Miso Soup, and “Make it a Feast” options have been added to the menu permanently. Designed with budgets in mind, the brand’s customizable ValueBowl Combos include a Mini Bowl topped with chicken, sweet & spicy chicken or tofu, one Value Side and a 12 oz. drink for only $7.99*. Value Side options are a fresh salad, steamed veggies, pork veggie dumplings (five pieces) or the brand’s Loaded Miso Soup, made with WaBa Grill’s delicious miso soup base, topped with rice and a choice of chicken or tofu. Guests picking up food for the whole family can now choose to upgrade their Family Meals into a feast with 10 dumplings and four bottled Pepsi® beverages

for only $5! “With the holidays approaching, we know that having affordable, healthy dining options is a priority for families, which is why we’ve permanently expanded our Healthy Value Menu with a variety of budget-friendly choices, like our Value-Bowl Combos and ‘Make it a Feast’ family meal add-on,” said Mark Finnegan, VP Marketing & Technology at WaBa Grill. “And as the weather cools, our Loaded Miso Soup topped with grilled chicken or tofu is a fan favorite side to accompany our rice bowls, plates, and freshly made salads.” For nearly 15 years, WaBa Grill has been serving betterfor-you options packed with protein, healthy grains and fresh vegetables that are preparedto-order on an open-fire grill. Protein choices include fresh, never frozen chicken, marinated in-house ribeye steak, wildcontinued in next 2 columns

walked and although they were not told to stop, an officer began asking them questions. Some of the students asserted the right to remain silent and objected to the questioning, saying they had done nothing wrong. The police officers drove away, but when the students continued to cross the street the officers made a sudden U-turn and sped back, halting only a short distance from them. Two of the students began video recording the officers with their cell phones. One of the officers slapped a phone out of a student’s hand and pulled him to the ground. Another officer tackled a student. Both students were handcuffed. While this was happening, another student, Pablo Simental, stood to the side with his hands outstretched, not making any threatening gestures. He asked the officers why they were doing this to his friends. At that point an officer ran toward him at speed, body slammed him to the ground, and put on handcuffs so abrasively that Simental suffered pain for days. Simental, who was the plaintiff

in the lawsuit, was taken to the Delano police station and then Kern County Juvenile Hall where he was imprisoned for about eight hours before being released. He was not charged. The lawsuit charged the police with false arrest and imprisonment, use of excessive force, and retaliation for exercising First Amendment rights. This violated not only the U.S. Constitution, but also the Califor nia Constitution that protects against unreasonable seizure in the absence of probable cause. As part of the settlement agreement, the lawsuit will be dropped. The only crime any of the students were charged with was one of jaywalking — the City of Delano and its police department agreed to write a letter to the Kern County District Attorney and Kern County Superior Court recommending its dismissal. Read the settlement here: https://www.aclusocal.org/ sites/default/files/2020.10.13_ final_settlement_agreement_-_ simental_padilla_signatures.pdf

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Joint statement regarding settlement with Colonies Partners County News The County of San Bernardino, its Flood Control District, Colonies Partners, L.P., and Colonies' comanaging partner, Jeffrey Burum, jointly announce that they have reached a settlement agreement resolving litigation that was filed in 2018. The settlement agreement was approved by the Board of Supervisors, Colonies Partners, and Mr. Burum on November 24. The litigation included, among other things, a civil rights claim against the County, former District Attorney Michael A. Ramos, and three former District Attorney office members for First Amendment retaliation and a breach of contract claim against the County and the Flood Control District. Both sides vigorously contested the litigation, which included extensive discovery and multiple contentious motions. The $65 million that will be paid to Mr. Burum and Colonies Partners reflects the claims and damages, including losses and out-of-pocket costs, incurred by Mr. Burum and Colonies Partners in the alleged retaliatory investigation and prosecution of Mr. Burum, which resulted in his acquittal on all counts. The agreement ends many years of disputes between the County and Flood Control District and Mr. Burum and the Colonies Partners. In March of this year, U.S. District Judge Jesus G. Bernal found that Mr. Ramos acted in bad faith when he destroyed emails and text messages during the litigation, issued a sanctions order, and ruled that the jury would be instructed that those deleted messages would

have been adverse to the County's case. If the case had gone to trial, Colonies Partners and Mr. Burum were seeking damages of between $120 million and $185 million. "This agreement protects the county's taxpayers from what could have been a more costly outcome," said David Wert, County Public Information Officer. "This subject has consumed a great deal of the County and Flood Control District's attention and resources for the past two decades. The County and Flood Control District look forward to moving beyond this and giving their undivided attention to improving the lives of county residents." Stephen Larson, lead counsel for both Colonies Partners and Mr. Burum, stated: "The settlement as approved by all parties brings to an end the long and traumatizing conflict that unnecessarily consumed more than two decades of Mr. Burum's life and inflicted lasting damage on his business interests, his finances, his family and his personal wellbeing. Despite a deep desire to see these matters presented publicly to jurors in a court of law, Mr. Burum and the Colonies Partners agree that, for themselves and the residents of San Bernardino County, the time has come to bring this troubling chapter to a conclusion." The County is investigating options for potential recovery of the settlement funds through insurance coverage. Per the terms of the settlement agreement, the parties have agreed not to make any further comment about the settlement.

Aguilar Announces Over $5 Million for Inland Empire Emergency Housing Programs County/State News San Bernardino, CA—Today, Rep. Pete Aguilar announced that the City of San Bernardino received $3,422,960 and the City of Fontana received $1,723,436 in Emergency Services Grant (ESG) funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help provide emergency housing services during the coronavirus crisis. These funds were made available by the CARES Act, which Congressman Aguilar helped pass on March 27, 2020. “Right now, families in our communities need relief. These grant funds will go a long way toward making sure more Inland Empire residents who are struggling have a roof over their heads and a safe place to call home. I was proud to support this funding for our community, and I’ll continue to fight for additional resources to help support San Bernardino County residents during this crisis,” said Aguilar. “The City of San Bernardino received this special allocation to be used to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus (COVID-19). The City is pleased to receive these dollars to be able to prioritize the unique needs of lowand moderate-income persons and the possible development of partnerships between all levels of government and the private for-profit and non-profit sectors. “The City anticipates using the funds for the following eligible activities pursuant to Council

approval: Emergency Shelter – Shelter Operations and Shelter Rehabilitation, Street Outreach, Rapid Re-Housing and Mental Health Outreach. CDBG-CV funds could possibly be used toward a three month Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program, the City’s Parks and Recreation Community Centers, such as certain modifications to its park facilities (kitchens, showers, communal areas), provision of assistance to local food banks, and assistance to the senior nutrition program,” said Michael Huntley, Director of Community and Economic Development Department. “The pandemic has taken a devastating toll on families, but we are doing everything we can to ease the strain. The grant funds will be used to support a continuum of services in Fontana to prevent and eliminate homelessness for households impacted by COVID-19, this includes homeless prevention and rapid rehousing programs. Fontana remains committed to the safety and well-being of every resident during these most challenging times,” said Fontana Mayor Acquanetta Warren. In March, Rep. Aguilar helped pass the CARES Act, legislation to provide resources to help communities like the Inland Empire navigate the coronavirus crisis. Since then, the House has continued in next 2 columns

Aguilar Announces Over $5 Million for Inland Keith Russell Tyerman Charged With Child Molestation and Other Crimes In Yucca Valley...continued Empire Emergency Housing Programs...continued passed the Heroes Act and updated Heroes Act to extend and expand key relief programs. Rep. Aguilar serves as Vice Chair of the House

Appropriations Committee and is a member of the subcommittee that oversees HUD funding.

Shawn Michell Monaco Charged With Murder in Rialto... continued from page 6 Department responded to a call of shots being fired in the 200 block of West Foothill Boulevard in Rialto. During the investigation, Shawn Michell Monaco was identified as a person of interest. The investigation continued for nearly two years until detectives gathered enough probable cause to issue an arrest warrant for Mr. Monaco. On Tuesday, August 18, 2020, special agents with the United States Marshals Service – Regional Fugitive Task Force located Mr. Monaco at his place of work in Utah. Mr. Monaco was arrested and escorted back to San Bernardino County. After reviewing this case, our office has charged Mr. Monaco in violation of the following sections of the California Penal Code: Penal Code Section 187(a) – Murder (Felony) Murder is the unlawful killing of a human being, or a fetus, with malice aforethought. Penal Code Section 246 – Shooting At An Inhabited Dwelling/Occupied Motor Vehicle/Occupied Aircraft/ ETC(Felony) Any person who shall maliciously and willfully discharge a firearm at an inhabited dwelling house, occupied building, occupied motor vehicle, occupied aircraft, inhabited housecar, as defined in Section 362 of the Vehicle Code, or inhabited camper, as defined in Section 243 of the Vehicle Code, is guilty of a felony, and upon conviction shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for three, five, or

seven years, or by imprisonment in the county jail for a term of not less than six months and not exceeding one year. As used in this section, “inhabited” means currently being used for dwelling purposes, whether occupied or not. Penal Code Section 29800(a) (1) – Possession Of Firearm By A Felon (Felony) Any person who has been convicted of, or has an outstanding warrant for, a felony under the laws of the United States, the State of California, or any other state, government, or country, or of an offense enumerated in subdivision (a), (b), or (d) of Section 23515, or who is addicted to the use of any narcotic drug, and who owns, purchases, receives, or has in possession or under custody or control any firearm is guilty of a felony. Penal Code Section 30305(a) (1) – Unlawful Possession Of Ammunition (Felony) No person prohibited from owning or possessing a firearm under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 29800) or Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 29900) of Division 9 of this title, or Section 8100 or 8103 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, shall own, possess, or have under custody or control, any ammunition or reloaded ammunition. CASE INFORMATION DA Case Number: 2020-000036962 C ou r t C a se Nu mb e r: FWV20002747

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Keith Russell Tyerman Charged With Child Molestation and Other Crimes In Yucca Valley County News The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has filed charges against Keith Russell Tyerman (Age 33 of Yucca Valley) for child molestation and other crimes in Yucca Valley. CASE SYNOPSIS On Tuesday, November 10, 2020, an investigation was initiated by the Riverside County Child Exploitation Team regarding the sexual assault of a child. Although the investigation was completed by authorities from Riverside County, the crime was determined to occur within San Bernardino County. During this investigation, Keith Russell Tyerman was arrested at his home in Yucca Valley.

After reviewing this case, our office has charged Mr. Tyerman in violation of the following sections of the California Penal Code: Penal Code Section 288.7(b) – Oral Copulation or Sexual Penetration With Child 10 Years Old or Younger (Felony) Any person 18 years of age or older who engages in oral copulation or sexual penetration, as defined in Section 289, with a child who is 10 years of age or younger is guilty of a felony and shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for a term of 15 years to life. Penal Code Section 288(a) – Lewd Act Upon a Child Under continued in next 2 columns

Age 14 (Felony) Except as provided in subdivision (i), a person who willfully and lewdly commits any lewd or lascivious act, including any of the acts constituting other crimes provided for in Part 1, upon or with the body, or any part or member thereof, of a child who is under the age of 14 years, with the intent of arousing, appealing to, or gratifying the lust, passions, or sexual desires of that person or the child, is guilty of a felony and shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for three, six, or eight years. (2 Counts)

Penal Code Section 311.4(b) – Using Minor For Commercial Sex Acts (Felony) Every person who, with knowledge that a person is a minor under the age of 18 years, or who, while in possession of any facts on the basis of which he or she should reasonably know that the person is a minor under the age of 18 years, knowingly promotes, employs, uses, persuades, induces, or coerces a minor under the age of 18 years, or any parent or guardian of a minor under the age of 18 years under his or her control who knowingly permits the minor, to engage in or assist others to engage in either posing or modeling alone or with others for purposes of preparing any representation of information, data, or image, including, but not limited to, any film, filmstrip, photograph, negative, slide, photocopy, videotape, video laser disc, computer hardware, computer software, computer floppy disc, data storage media, CD-ROM, or computer-generated equipment or any other computer-generated image that contains or incorporates in any manner, any film, filmstrip, or a live performance involving, sexual conduct by a minor under the age of 18 years alone or with other persons or animals, for commercial purposes, is guilty of a felony and shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for three, six, or eight years. Penal Code Section 311.11(a) – Possession of Child Pornography (Felony) Every person who knowingly possesses or controls any matter, representation of information, data, or image, including, but not limited to, any film, filmstrip, photograph, negative, slide, photocopy, videotape, video laser disc, computer hardware, computer software, computer floppy disc, data storage media,

CD-ROM, or computer-generated equipment or any other computergenerated image that contains or incorporates in any manner, any film or filmstrip, the production of which involves the use of a person under 18 years of age, knowing that the matter depicts a person under 18 years of age personally engaging in or simulating sexual conduct, as defined in subdivision (d) of Section 311.4, is guilty of a felony and shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison, or a county jail for up to one year, or by a fine not exceeding two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500), or by both the fine and imprisonment.

Penal Code Section 311.1(a) – Exhibiting, Publishing Material Depicting Child Sexual Content (Felony) Every person who knowingly sends or causes to be sent, or brings or causes to be brought, into this state for sale or distribution, or in this state possesses, prepares, publishes, produces, develops, duplicates, or prints any representation of information, data, or image, including, but not limited to, any film, filmstrip, photograph, negative, slide, photocopy, videotape, video laser disc, computer hardware, computer software, computer floppy disc, data storage media, CD-ROM, or computer-generated equipment or any other computergenerated image that contains or incorporates in any manner, any film or filmstrip, with intent to distribute or to exhibit to, or to exchange with, others, or who offers to distribute, distributes, or exhibits to, or exchanges with, others, any obscene matter, knowing that the matter depicts a person under the age of 18 years personally engaging in or personally simulating sexual conduct, as defined in Section 311.4, shall be punished either by imprisonment in the county jail for up to one year, by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both the fine and imprisonment, or by imprisonment in the state prison, by a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000), or by the fine and imprisonment. (2 Counts) CASE INFORMATION DA Case Number: 2020-000052273 C ou r t C a se Nu mb e r: FMB20000560

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