Overview: Overview: Jonathan and Patricia Summers, a husband and wife entrepreneurial team, have been making an impact on the automotive industry in Riverside, California for over two decades. They founded the California Smog Auto Institute (CSAI) in 2004, eventually branching off into the CSAI Auto Service, CSAI Smog Check Center, and CSAI Training Center. Their […]
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Traditional Persian Spaces Inspire Contemporary Dance and Video Art at UCR
Overview: Maryam Malmir’s MFA thesis performance, Andaruni (Within), was held at UC Riverside’s Arts Building for two nights. The contemporary dance, projected video art, and original music piece explored the meaning of inhabiting and being confined by the spaces assigned to women. The work was inspired by the andaruni, the private inner quarters of traditional […]
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Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce Announces 3-Day Unity in Diversity Business Summit
The Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce is hosting its fourth annual Unity in Diversity Business Summit on May 7-9, 2026, in Ontario, California, featuring guest speakers, business workshops, and representatives from local, state, and federal agencies to provide education, networking, and resources to support Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs.
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San Bernardino County Receives Funding to Build Affordable Housing
Overview: Congressman Pete Aguilar has secured $3 million in funding for the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino’s Arrowhead Grove Affordable Housing Phase V project. The funding will support the completion of 132 new low-cost, energy-efficient housing units for low-income residents. The Arrowhead Grove project aims to convert the aging Waterman Gardens public […]
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Hardy Brown Sr. Endorsement Slate for the June Election
Hardy Brown Sr. has changed their support from Tony Thurmond, Antonio Villaraigosa, and Katie Porter to Tom Steyer for Governor, hoping that if elected, Steyer will govern with humility and listen to the perspectives of everyday Californians.
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Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day event at UCR features author Markar Melkonian
Overview: On Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day, UC Riverside’s Middle Eastern Student Center hosted a conversation with Armenian-American writer Markar Melkonian on the history of the Armenian Genocide and its relevance today. Melkonian discussed the genocide’s impact on Armenia and the Armenian diaspora, as well as the importance of solidarity with other communities, such as the […]
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Keeping it Real: Once Again It’s Time . . . to Lift Every Voice
The US Supreme Court’s decision to strike down a key provision of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 has sparked a renewed sense of urgency in the Black community, who are refusing to be discouraged and vowing to continue the struggle for voting rights and equality.
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Preschool Services and Museum Partner for Week of the Young Child Celebration
Overview: San Bernardino County Preschool Services recently held its first annual Week of the Young Child Family Resource Fair, in partnership with the San Bernardino County Museum. The event aimed to promote early learning and family engagement, with over 400 children and family members attending. The fair featured interactive activities, educational exhibits, and resource booths […]
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Inland Empire Readers Name San Bernardino County Library “Best of the Best”
Overview: The San Bernardino County Library system has been named the first-ever recipient of the “Best of the Best” library in the region by Inland Empire readers. The award highlights the library system’s exceptional service, innovation, and lasting impact across the region. The library system offers a variety of services, including early literacy, student resources, […]
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Keeping it Real: Voter Literacy in An Age of Dis-/Mis-Information
As the US approaches the June Primary and November Presidential Election, concerns over the integrity of the election process are growing. The article emphasizes the importance of being informed and verifying information from credible sources, given the overwhelming amount of political information and the control of media by wealthy corporations. It also highlights the role of artificial intelligence in spreading misinformation and the laws in California designed to regulate the use of AI in political advertising.