By Antonio Ray Harvey and Edward Henderson California Black Media   California lawmakers and state agencies are intensifying efforts to combat the growing prevalence of hate crimes and bias incidents across the state. On June 25, a legislative hearing and two newly released government reports highlighted the persistent threats facing communities targeted by race, religion, ...

Led by Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D – Inglewood), Chair of the LA County Legislative Delegation, over 30 Democratic legislators from across California including Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D- Hollister) stood unified in calling for the de-escalation of words and actions by the current federal government that is putting residents across Los Angeles County in danger ...