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African Americans
Stefi Mar

Learning How to Better Serve African American Children and Families

The National African American Child and Family Research Center (NAACFRC) at Morehouse School of Medicine is designed to provide national leadership and excellence in community-engaged research to better serve African American children and families served by the Administration for Children and Families, including those enrolled in Head Start. The National Head Start Association spoke with Dr. Azaliah Israel, NAACFRC’s co-lead for dissemination and communication, about the Center’s work since its inception.

Stefi Mar August 5, 2025
African Americans
Stefi Mar

Black Workers at Risk as Trump Slows Equity-Focused Job Investments

A new 16-page issue brief by the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies warns that federal industrial policy investments aimed at advancing economic opportunity for Black communities are under threat, as the Trump administration eliminates key diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) provisions and slows the disbursement of funding.

Stefi Mar August 5, 2025
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Major Study Produces Good News in Alzheimer’s Fight 

A major clinical trial has found that structured lifestyle changes can lead to greater improvement in brain function for older adults at risk of cognitive decline, compared to less intensive, self-directed approaches.

Stefi Mar August 5, 2025
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

As California’s Behavioral Health Workforce Buckles, Help Is Years Away

This spring, the Good News Rescue Mission, which runs the only emergency homeless shelter in Shasta County, received a game-changing $17.8 million state grant to build a 75-bed residential treatment facility in a region where thousands struggle with drug and alcohol addiction.

Stefi Mar August 5, 2025
Entertainment
Stefi Mar

Trump Revives Familiar Playbook with Racist Swipe at Charlamagne

Donald Trump’s latest tirade against a prominent Black media figure is drawing fresh scrutiny of his long-documented history of racist behavior. In a Truth Social post, the former president called Charlamagne tha God a “racist sleazebag” and “low-IQ individual” after the popular radio host criticized Trump’s return to the White House during an interview with Lara Trump on Fox News. “I don’t want to say that I think he did a terrible job, but if he’s doing a terrible job, I gotta call it like it is,” said Charlamagne, whose real name is Lenard McKelvey.

Stefi Mar August 5, 2025
Entertainment
Stefi Mar

Diddy Seeks Bail, Blasts ‘Unprecedented’ Prosecution

Sean “Diddy” Combs is once again asking to be released from federal custody ahead of his October 3 sentencing—this time arguing that his nearly yearlong incarceration is unjust, the law was misapplied, and the judge should set aside earlier concerns about his past violent behavior.

Stefi Mar August 5, 2025
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Health Costs Explode Under Trump’s Big Ugly Law

With Donald Trump’s “Big Ugly” legislation now signed into law, health insurance premiums for millions of Americans are projected to spike in 2026, while critical subsidies for working families are being wiped out.

Stefi Mar July 29, 2025
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Bill Cosby Pays Tribute to Malcolm-Jamal Warner

In a wide-ranging and reflective appearance on the Black Press of America’s Let It Be Known, Bill Cosby—long regarded as television’s most iconic father figure—shared his thoughts on the death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the actor who portrayed Theo Huxtable on The Cosby Show. Warner, 54, reportedly drowned, and his passing has struck a deep chord with generations who grew up watching the groundbreaking series. Speaking with his trademark blend of intellect, personal memory, and cultural clarity, Cosby honored Warner’s legacy while revisiting the impact of The Cosby Show, a series that helped reshape how Black family life was portrayed on television.

Stefi Mar July 29, 2025
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Scott Bill Targets USDA Discrimination as Trump Ends DEI Protections

As the Trump administration moves to eliminate key diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) protections at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Democratic Congressman David Scott of Georgia has introduced legislation aimed at safeguarding the future of Black farmers and reversing decades of systemic discrimination.

Stefi Mar July 29, 2025
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

AI Isn’t Killing Jobs—Yet. But Entry-Level Workers and Middle Managers Should Be Watching Closely

Despite relentless corporate hype and rising concerns about mass unemployment, artificial intelligence has yet to lead to widespread job losses. Reports from Goldman Sachs, Brookings, CNN, the World Economic Forum, and tech industry analysts all point to the same conclusion: AI is changing the workforce—but the doomsday scenario hasn’t arrived. According to Goldman Sachs’ Q2 2025 AI Adoption Tracker, AI usage among U.S. firms rose from 7.4% to 9.2% in just one quarter. Yet the research found “no sign of a significant impact on most labor market outcomes.” Job growth, wage trends, unemployment, and layoff rates in AI-exposed industries remain consistent with those in less-exposed sectors.

Stefi Mar July 29, 2025
African Americans
Stefi Mar

PRESS ROOM: Black Church and Black Press Unite to Empower Black America

In a historic announcement, a coalition of leading Black faith organizations and the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) unveiled a strategic partnership and plan to confront systemic disparities impacting African American communities nationwide.

Stefi Mar July 29, 2025
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Op-Ed: Can You Hear Us? Our Pain Is Real

The voice of the oppressed has never been a whisper. It has always been present — loud, persistent, and demanding to be heard. But the truth is, far too often, it has been ignored. That voice is echoing across California today, carried by Black communities who are calling out generations of systemic harm.

Stefi Mar July 29, 2025
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

How States Can Make It Easier for Parents and Families to Make Early Childhood Care and Education Decisions

If you’ve ever tried to find childcare or a preschool for your child (or know someone who has), you know it’s a full-time job. Where do you even start? What programs are near you? Do they have slots open for your child’s age group? What kind of skills or training do the caregivers have? Does the program accept the payment voucher you may have from your state? Do the program’s hours match your work schedule? Can the program provide occupational therapy or other supports your child might need? Do children leave the program ready to be successful and happy in kindergarten? And is there any way to find the answer to these questions that doesn’t rely on hours of Googling or word of mouth?

Stefi Mar July 29, 2025