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CA Responds to Federal Cuts with Push to Connect Communities
By Roxsy Lin Community-based organizations across California are feeling the sting of federal budget cuts. Programs that once fed families, housed foster youth, and offered vital ... -
SNAP Must Resume — But Families Still Face Uncertainty
By Edward Henderson California Black Media Two federal judges have ordered the Trump administration to release emergency funds to keep the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) ... -
Standing Up For CalFresh
By Antonio Ray Harvey California Black Media Before the federal government shutdown became imminent — and before the risk of a hunger crisis was clear — ... -
Night of Jazz, Black Jockey Legacy at Roberts Foundation Gala
by Dianne Anderson No one needs a horse in the race or to get back in the saddle to attend the upcoming Adrian Dell & Carmen ... -
Homekey Housing Turning Heads on Long Beach Blvd
By Dianne Anderson What was once an old eyesore of a nuisance motel, and a magnet for trouble at 5950 Long Beach Blvd, is now revamped ... -
Long Beach Food Access Fund Boosts Resources
No Family Should Go Hungry Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson has launched the Long Beach Food Access Fund in response to the delay in federal food program benefits. ... -
GOTV: Teachers Support Proposition 50
Proposition 50 will authorize the temporary use of new congressional district maps beginning in 2026 and ending in 2030, after which the independent Citizens Redistricting Commission ... -
Get Out and Vote Says Secy of State
By Sunita Sohrabji California voters have numerous privileges, including same-day registration, in-language ballots in 9 languages, and the ability to ask for help when filling out ... -
HBCU Caravan Visits Long Beach City College
Long Beach City College (LBCC) once again hosted the HBCU Caravan, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. The event brought representatives from more than 20 Historically ... -
Advice: Millions Face Threats to Health Insurance
Expert Practical Advice By Edward Henderson California Black Media For years, Los Angeles-based painter Mia Gardner has relied on side jobs and part-time work to keep ...
