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As of June, more than 35,000 people who enrolled in health care plans through Covered California self-identified as African American.

Covered California’s Open Enrollment Period is Closing But There’s Still Time to Choose a Plan

by Breanna Reeves January 26, 2023January 26, 2023

Breanna Reeves | Open enrollment for Covered California, the state’s free online service to find affordable health insurance, is set to end on Jan. 31. Established under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the first enrollment period for Covered California began on Oct. 1, 2013. According to a Covered California report, from Oct. 1, 2013 to […]

Sara Fee poses for a portrait after speaking about her experience as an Amazon worker at the picket outside of KSBD, the Amazon air hub warehouse in San Bernardino, on October 14, 2022.“We’re working for the biggest corporation in California, Amazon, and I have to choose whether to buy food or gas.” Fee says Amazon has ignored many issues that workers and advocates have raised and that they must continue fighting for safe working conditions and against retaliation. “It's not always just about the pay. It's about the way they treat the workers.”

San Bernardino Amazon Worker Sara Fee Fights Retaliation

by Aryana Noroozi January 26, 2023January 27, 2023

Riverside city council member Clarissa Cervantes takes a selfie with event organizers, Christel Reyna and Maliha Williamson, along with community members and local activists at the Women’s March and rally in downtown Riverside on January 22, 2023.

IE Women and Allies March to Mark What Would Have Been Roe vs Wade 50th Anniversary

by Breanna Reeves January 25, 2023January 25, 2023

A very young United States Men's National Soccer team performed above expectations at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

US Men’s National Soccer Team Playing Two Matches in Los Angeles Area

by Jon Gaede January 23, 2023January 23, 2023

The entrance to Star Ballroom Dance Studio is blocked by police and marked as a crime scene on January 22, 2023. The night before, on the eve of the Chinese Lunar New Year, a gunman walked into the venue and opened fire, killing 10 people and injuring at least 10 more. Monterey Park’s population of approximately 60,000 is about 65 percent Asian American. “We need to get this person off the street,” the Los Angeles County sheriff said.

Shooting in LA’s Monterey Park leaves 10 dead, scores injured

by Aryana Noroozi January 22, 2023January 22, 2023

The historic Roosevelt Bowl at Perris Hill Park in San Bernardino is (surrounded by stately oaks, which provide shade for the open-air seating.

San Bernardino’s Historic Roosevelt Awarded $1.4 Million in Federal Funds

by S.E. Williams January 22, 2023January 22, 2023

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco is sworn in by Riverside County District Attorney Mike Hestrin on January 4, 2023.

Keeping it Real: Arrogant and Self-Assured, Sheriff Chad Bianco Begins New Term

by S.E. Williams January 22, 2023January 22, 2023

The Valero Refinery, which sits in the middle of Wilmington, California, runs operations on January 11, 2023. According to the city of Long Beach, Wilmington is the third largest drilling site in the U.S., producing 46,000 barrels per day from 1,550 active wells. The majority of Wilmington’s residents identify as Latino. SB1137 would create protections for communities like Wilmington, requiring oil and gas facility operators to implement strict pollution controls and develop response plans to protect the health of frontline communities living within 3,200 feet of existing oil wells.

Oil and Gas Referendum May Halt SB 1137’s Intent to Protect CA Communities from Toxic Oil Operations

by Prince James Story and Aryana Noroozi January 18, 2023January 18, 2023

“[MLK] never led alone. He led with community,” said newly elected Mayor Helen Tran at the Martin Luther King Parade and Extravaganza event sponsored by the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce in San Bernardino.

“Living the Dream” San Bernardino Martin Luther King Parade and Extravaganza

by Aryana Noroozi January 16, 2023January 16, 2023

The Legacy Bridges Foundation, Inc. was recognized by the City of Fontana Mayor, Acquanetta Warren and the Fontana City Council for its "continuous commitment in raising awareness about epilepsy and providing support to those in need." Thanking the foundation for its "commitment to the community”.

Legacy Bridges Project Gears Up For Annual Charity Drive in its Fight Against Epilepsy

by Aryana Noroozi January 15, 2023January 15, 2023