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Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Trump’s MAGA Allies are Creating Executive Order Plan to Steal the 2026 Midterms

A group of MAGA pro-Trump activists, who say they are working in coordination with the White House, are circulating a 17-page draft executive order that would claim without evidence that China interfered with the 2020 presidential election. Donald Trump lost the 2020 presidential to President Joe Biden by over 7 million votes. Since Trump lost to Biden in 2020, he has repeatedly claimed that the election was “stolen” without evidence. The report of a group of “Trump allies” preparing an executive order to give Trump power over elections was first reported by The Washington Post.

Stefi Mar March 3, 2026
African Americans
Stefi Mar

OP-ED: One Hundred Years of Black Workers Telling the Truth

In 1917, A. Philip Randolph and Chandler Owen launched The Messenger, a pro-labor, anti-war magazine that connected racism to exploitation and demanded justice for Black workers. Two years later, the federal government responded with tactics of targeted censorship—surveillance, harassment and threats of prosecution—and branded a small Black labor magazine “the most dangerous” publication in the country simply for encouraging Black workers to organize.

Stefi Mar March 3, 2026
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Sacramento Conference Tackles California’s Stubborn Housing Crisis

Assemblymember Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland), the keynote speaker at “A Conference on Housing” in Sacramento on Feb. 24, says solving California’s housing crisis at all levels — and providing affordable, environmentally responsible homes for low-income families and communities of color — can go hand in hand.

Stefi Mar March 3, 2026
Los Angeles
Kathleen Untalan

Dodgers Talent Goes Global as Players Join World Baseball Classic

As the next World Baseball Classic approaches, several players connected to the Los Angeles Dodgers organization will represent their home countries on baseball’s international stage. The tournament, which brings together many of the world’s top professional players, will feature Dodgers stars and prospects competing for national pride while showcasing the club’s global reach.

Kathleen Untalan March 3, 2026
African Americans
Stefi Mar

Eternal Salute to The Reverend Dr. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr.

On behalf of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) representing the Black Press of America, we extend our sincerest condolences to the Jackson family.  Leadership matters. Jesse Jackson’s leadership in the Civil Rights Movement in America and the human rights movement throughout the world was outstanding.  Jackson uttered a strong penetrating voice for the voiceless.  His courage on the battlefield for freedom, justice and equality was unparallel.

Stefi Mar February 24, 2026
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

OP-ED: Economic Empowerment Has Always Been a Part of Black History

As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, I’m reflecting on the century of economic volatility and roadblocks that have often defined the experiences of disenfranchised communities. Our collective legacy is marked by resilience to overcome the economic challenges faced while trying to achieve the American dream.

Stefi Mar February 24, 2026
Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Q&A With California Gubernatorial Candidate Steve Hilton: “California Can Be Golden Again”

Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton says he’s running for governor to “restore the California dream.” The political commentator, entrepreneur, and former adviser to British Prime Minister David Cameron says he’s watched California become a place where middle-class families can no longer afford to buy homes, small businesses struggle under red tape, and schools fail to deliver for working parents.

Stefi Mar February 24, 2026
Los Angeles
Kathleen Untalan

Kyle Tucker Brings Star Power — and the Right Mindset — to Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers made headlines this offseason by adding one of baseball’s most coveted free agents, right fielder Kyle Tucker. But beyond the record-setting contract and All-Star résumé, the 29-year-old slugger may be an even better fit for the clubhouse than he is for the lineup.

Kathleen Untalan February 24, 2026