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African Americans

Should Black Americans Protest Mass Deportations?

The mass immigration raids across Los Angeles County last month were the spark for protests and demonstrations across the region. The area is home to the second-most undocumented migrants in the country and thousands of demonstrators filled the streets outside of the federal building in downtown Los Angeles to condemn the actions of the Trump administration and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

Bakersfield

Shorna-Kay Richards, Jamaica’s Ambassador to Japan, Calls for Global Nuclear Abolition

Jamaica’s Ambassador to Japan, Shorna-Kay Richards, has issued a powerful call for global nuclear disarmament, urging the international community and the passengers aboard the Peace Boat to “never give up the fight” for peace, justice, and a world free of nuclear weapons.

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

Bakersfield

Measles Cases Hit 33-Year Record as CORI Deploys Outbreak Response Tools

The United States has recorded its highest number of annual measles cases in 33 years, with at least 1,277 confirmed infections spanning 38 states and the District of Columbia. According to information published by the Center for Outbreak Response Innovation (CORI), the country has already exceeded the number of infections reported in 2019. The current total represents the largest outbreak since 1992, when more than 2,100 cases were documented nationwide.

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

African Americans

Target Looks for Love in All the Wrong Places as Black Leaders Reject Corporate Spin

Target continues to look for love in all the wrong places. As the retailer grapples with falling sales, declining foot traffic, and an escalating boycott, it has poured resources into celebrity deals and high-profile partnerships without directly addressing the harm Black communities say it caused.

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

Bakersfield

California Is Fighting Back: State Leaders and Community Activists Resist Stepped-Up Immigration Raids

Elected officials and grassroots organization leaders are speaking out against recent federal immigration raids they are calling “immoral,” and pledging their support for immigrants impacted by the intensified enforcement efforts in Los Angeles and across California.

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

Bakersfield

“One Big Beautiful Bill” Blows Hole in California’s Budget; Threatens State’s Health and Climate Plans

Pres. Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” signed into law on July 4, is already reshaping California’s 2025–26 state budget.

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

Bakersfield

Political Playback: California Capitol News You Might Have Missed 

News You Might Have Missed 

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

African Americans

California Lawmakers to Vote on Bill Requiring Black Demographic Data Be Broken Down by Ethnic Groups

Legislation introduced by Sen. Laura Richardson (D-Inglewood) that would require local governments to disaggregate demographic data for Black or African American populations is up for a key vote this week.

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

Bakersfield

L.A. Dodgers Owner’s Ties to Private Prisons and Surveillance Spark Backlash from Latino Fans

As thousands of Latinos and immigrant families pack Dodger Stadium night after night, the team’s billionaire owner has faced growing scrutiny over financial connections to companies profiting from the detention and surveillance of immigrants.

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

Bakersfield

Billions for ICE, Cuts for the Poor: Trump’s Bill Redefines Federal Priorities

Donald Trump’s massive new spending measure, known by Democrats as the “One Big Ugly Bill,” is set to dismantle central pillars of the American social safety net and create the most expansive immigration enforcement system the country has ever seen.

Stefi Mar July 15, 2025

Los Angeles

AVP Serves Up a Hit at Inglewood’s Intuit Dome

facebooktwitterinstagram Inglewood’s newest arena turned into a pop-up beach last weekend, as the AVP League brought high-level professional volleyball to the Intuit Dome—and the L.A.