With a key deadline coming up on Dec. 31, Covered California announced that 139,533 consumers have signed up for 2024 coverage as of Dec. 16 during this open enrollment, marking a 15 percent increase over the same period last year and the highest during this same period in four years. Another 1,580,360 Californians have renewed their coverage so far.
It is the most wonderful time of the year! Everyone is enjoying and experiencing the spirit of the holidays.
The Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza was buzzing with exciting energy on Saturday, December 9, 2023.
Ethnic Media Services, in collaboration with Garden Pathways, recently hosted an informative community seminar dedicated to comprehending the upcoming expansion of Medi-Cal in 2024. On the morning of December 8, 2023, leaders and community members of Bakersfield congregated at the Garden Pathways Administrative office on 1616 29th St., uniting to call attention to the importance of Medi-Cal’s expansion and those it would be an advantage to.
It’s the giving season and First AME Church of Los Angeles (FAME) will once again distribute clothing, toys, coats, and food to the community.
A large group of kids and their parents gathered at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Mall on Saturday, December 9, from 12pm-4pm. This was another beautiful day in Southern California as Council President Pro Tempore Marqueece Harris-Dawson, Baldwin Hills Crenshaw, and It’s Bigger Than Us, hosted the largest Winter Wonderland Celebration in South LA, on the upper deck of the Plaza.
With the holiday season just around the corner, the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) are committed to raising awareness about the dangers of impaired driving so that Californians travel safely during this festive time. As celebrations ramp up, it’s crucial to remain vigilant on the roads, particularly when it comes to preventing driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications. By emphasizing the importance of sober driving and encouraging drivers to follow the rules of the road, the OTS and Caltrans aim to make this holiday season joyful, memorable, and above all, safe for everyone on California’s roads.
facebooktwitterinstagram WHAT: First AME Church of Los Angeles will host its annual Christmas Giveaway. The event will be the first for newly appointed Rev.
A large crowd of artists, collectors, art patrons and community members were in attendance at The William Grant Still Arts Center, Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 3-6pm.
On Saturday, December 2, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, representing California’s 43rd District, led a discussion at Inglewood High School to tackle the pressing issue of banking accessibility within the community. This town hall meeting served not only as an open discussion but also as a call to action for residents to actively participate in shaping the financial landscape of this underserved community.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love continued his resurgent form, leading his team to a thrilling 29-22 road victory against the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions.
The holiday season is meant to bring cheer all around, not viruses. Dr. Zeba Yamin with Dignity Health Group Spoke with Kern Sol News about the importance of getting vaccinated, especially before the holidays.
Blue Shield, alongside the community of Bakersfield, recently convened for a town hall meeting dedicated to championing the cause of wellness. On the afternoon of November 19, 2023, members from every corner of Bakersfield gathered at the Greater Harvest Christian Center on 5421 Aldrin Ct., uniting to shed light on the significance of healthcare and the myriad advantages that a comprehensive health plan, such as Blue Shield’s Covered California, can offer to families throughout the state.
Today, Brotherhood Crusade and Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) distributed Thanksgiving meals, including 1,500 turkeys to families in South Los Angeles during a Grab and Go! Basket Distribution event. SoCalGas supported this annual program through a $50,000 donation as part of the company’s Fueling Our Communities $4 million initiative to address food insecurity through new and existing partnerships with food banks and nonprofits.
When children are disciplined in schools, a common outcome is being sent home on suspension; a recent study looks into how this affects homeless and foster youth.
facebooktwitterinstagram In December 2022, then Chairwoman Waters along with Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), wrote a letter to the Government Accountability Office urging the agency to
Recent studies suggest that the economic picture for Black Californians is not looking rosy.
facebooktwitterinstagram I am pleased that the U.S. Department of Justice took swift and aggressive action and reached a $31 million settlement – marking the largest
From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. last Saturday, the 18th annual Taste of Soul family festival took place on Crenshaw Boulevard, known as the Mecca of Black culture and business in Los Angeles. This event is recognized as the largest one day ‘free’ street festival on the West Coast.
facebooktwitterinstagram The Program Provides Small Landlords Financial Assistance LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The City of Los Angeles Measure United to House LA (ULA)
