Vol. 63 No. 34 | Thursday, August 24, 2023

BLACK ECONOMIC EQUALITY IS ‘STILL A DREAM’

Report Shows Disparities

Six Decades After Dr. King’s Historic Speech

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA NEWSWIRE SENIOR NATIONAL CORRESPONDENT

Sixty years after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, a groundbreaking new report has laid bare the stark truth of ongoing black economic inequality in the United States.

Titled “STILL A DREAM: Over 500 Years to Black Economic Equality,” the report, co-authored by prominent experts Dedrick Asante-Muhammad, Chuck Collins, Omar Ocampo, and Sally Sim, and published by the Institute for Policy Studies (IPS) and National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC), underscores the enduring disparities faced by Black Americans and highlights the pressing need for concerted action to address these disparities.

“Sixty years ago, Dr. King observed that America has defaulted on this promissory note to Black citizens,” stated Chuck Collins, an IPS senior scholar who directs the Program on Inequality and the Common Good in Washington, DC. “Six decades later, despite incremental progress on some fronts, the check of opportunity has still come back with insufficient funds.”

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THOUSANDS OF BLACK CALIFORNIANS HAVE LOST THEIR HEALTH INSURANCE. DON’T LOSE YOURS

By McKenzie Jackson CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA

Five percent of the 225,231 Californians who lost their Medi-Cal coverage in June were African American. According to numbers from the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), around 14,000 Black Californians lost health insurance with the state’s safety net health care exchange because they didn’t turn in the required renewal paperwork to continue their Medi-Cal enrollment or their coverage was switched to the state’s insurance provider, Covered California. Medi-Cal is California’s version of the Medicaid program, which offers free or low-cost healthcare access to low-income people across the nation.

California officials and advocates were speaking during an online video news conference last week organized

COVID-19 CHANGED HOW WE VIEW HEALTH MISINFORMATION

By Anissa Durham

WORD IN BLACK

Black folks are known for their cookouts, family gatherings, and functions. Sharing a meal is central to the culture — and so is talking about the latest gossip you heard from your auntie. Misinformation is like a rumor that seeps into BBQs and late-night chats. Sometimes it can be harmless, but during the COVID-19 pandemic, it became deadly.

“We know, the death consequences of the vaccine misinformation and disinformation were severe,” says Reed Tuckson, M.D., the co-founder of the Black Coalition Against COVID. “People died unnecessarily because of all the nonsense out there that caused many people to not want to get vaccinated.”

Social media, politicians, and frightening tactics all contribute to the spread of misinformation and disinformation. The difference

by California Black Media and Ethnic Media Services.

The eligibility of 18 million Californians who are enrolled in Medi-Cal will be reviewed by the DHCS for the first time since 2020. As a result, between this summer and next spring, state officials estimate that 1.8 million to 2.8 million people could lose their MediCal coverage.

MIDWIVES & BLACK MOMS: CONNECTING MENTAL TREATMENT AND MATERNAL CARE

Black Breastfeeding Week is August 25 – August 31

By Aldon Thomas Stiles CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA

There is a growing body of evidence that disparities in medical treatment in the United States — compounded over centuries by the legacy of slavery, Jim Crow segregation and prevalence of anti-Black biases — have adversely affected the health of Black women in numerous ways, including the birthing process. Aware of the discrepancies in treatment as compared to women of other races and terrified by the potential mental health ramifications of those disparities —which can lead to greater fear and anxiety about pregnancy and childbirth — some Black women are seeking alternatives to hospital births.

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between the two is that misinformation is false or inaccurate information unintentionally spread as fact, while disinformation is the deliberate spread of false information with the intent to mislead.

The truth is the Black community was a perfect breeding ground for COVID-19 misinformation and disinformation. With

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EDITORIAL/COMMENTARY/OPINION

THE MARCH ON WASHINGTON CONTINUES

clothes. They still kill us under the guise of law enforcement, executing us under the color of law without trial.

The big difference between 60 years ago and today is that we are not as actively committed to the idea that Dr. King stated that day when he said “Injustice against anyone is injustice against all of us”. When I say we are not as committed, I am not talking about just marching, and the journey that it took so many years ago just to be in Washington, D.C. on August 26, 1963, because, if we were, with today’s travel conveniences, airplanes, hotels, credit cards and rental cars, more than 250,000 of us could easily be in Washington, D.C. this Saturday, August 26, 2023.

I am speaking of the kind of commitment that leads to and includes personal sacrifice for the good of the collective.

60 Years Later, We March on Washington Again

Rev. Al Sharpton tells why we must raise our collective voices in “a clarion call for fairness and justice” on Aug. 26.

By Rev. Al Sharpton FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT, NATIONAL ACTION NETWORK (NAN)

Sixty years ago, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. led a historic march in Washington, D.C., at a time when the nation was at an inflection point. Hundreds of thousands gathered at the Lincoln Memorial on Aug. 28, 1963, as Dr. King called for better wages, jobs, voting rights and true representation, fair housing, and equality across the board.

Six decades later, so many of those hard-fought gains are under renewed threat, along with an increase in hate crimes and democracy itself hanging in the balance. We as a country are at a crossroads; do we continue on the path of progress, or do we revert back to the dark days?

The vast majority are united, and we will raise our voices in unison for a clarion call for fairness and justice at the March on Washington once again. I have been diligently working with Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, and the Drum Major Institute as we place the final touches on this momentous demonstration. We will lead a coalition of 60 national groups that span across racial, cultural, religious, and generational lines at this pivotal event on August 26 in D.C.

By Dr. John E. Warren PUBLISHER,

Sixty years ago, the Publisher of this newspaper was one of the 250,000-plus people who marched on Washington, D.C. The gathering was not just to “hear” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., but to “join” him in the demand that America make good the “insufficient fund check” it had given to Black America in particular and all America in general. We came from across this great nation, some walking, some by train, some by bus, some by car and some by horse and wagon, to collectively demonstrate our commitment to the truths that “all men are created equal and endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these were the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness”. But none of that was possible without the equality guaranteed by the 13th and 14th Amendments to the United States Constitution.

While the last 60 years have given us many gains including a Black man as President of the United States, the same forces that opposed us 60 years ago are still present. They never went away. They just changed

The physical demonstration of our resolve is needed more today than ever before. If we can’t be there, we can still be about the business of voter registration in preparation for repelling the Right Wing wave that is coming at us under the guise of support for Donald Trump. If we can’t march, we can certainly vote and if we can’t see the value of each of our votes counting, then we either don’t understand the price paid for the vote or we are just dead to the times and conditions of living in a democracy under siege.

Yes, 60 years later, it is time to stop singing we shall overcome. It is time to overcome with the actions of planning, voting, getting involved, and supporting everything that a racist conservative element in this country is rising up against from voting suppression, the abolition of African Studies and the banning of books, to the rewrite of history declaring that slavery was beneficial to its victims. As Rev. Sharpton has said, we are not celebrating the commemoration of a March, but the continuation of this march, even 60 years later. The Struggle Continues and so must we. Let’s find a way to support this August 26 and find our own personal march for the struggle.

Bridging the Nation's Digital Divide for the Next Generation

By Rev. Dr. R.B. Holmes

The nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have a rich and storied history dating back to 1837 when the Cheyney University of Pennsylvania was established as the first HBCU.

Today, there are 107 HBCUs — institutions that have graduated 50 percent of Black lawyers, 40 percent of Black engineers, 40 percent of Black Congressmembers — and, of course, the first female Vice President. Yet, they comprise a mere 3 percent of American colleges

and universities. Despite their celebrated history and societal contributions, HBCUs have been underfunded for decades, leaving them without the resources that non-HBCUs possess, including crucially important high-speed internet infrastructure.

An astounding 82 percent of HBCUs are in so-called broadband deserts, regions that lack fast and reliable internet access. This impacts students’ ability to properly and timely complete assignments, take care of everyday needs, and continue to develop important digital skills. The need for HBCUs to be on equal digital

footing has become even more critical as many experts are expecting an influx of students in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision barring the use of race as a factor in college admissions. Morehouse College, for example, anticipates a 50 to 100 percent increase in applications by 2026.

It’s important for Black college students to have a grasp on digital skills even before they set foot on an HBCU campus, but the “digital divide” is likely to have already set them back.

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The 60 partner organizations for the 60th-anniversary march include the Anti-Defamation League, Asian Americans Advancing Justice, the NAACP, the Center for Reproductive Rights, UNIDOS, the National Urban League, GLAAD, and so many more. At a moment when all of our civil rights are under attack, a united front is the key to pushing back against both a climate of hate and mechanisms that would like to undermine all that we have achieved.

In March, the FBI released an updated report on hate crimes in 2021 (the latest year for which data is available). According to those stats, hate crimes rose 12% from the previous year, with 65% of victims being targeted because of their race or ethnicity. We continuously learn about attacks on Black and Brown folks, members of the Asian community, the Jewish community, the Muslim community, the LGBTQ+ community, and others.

White supremacist groups are on the rise, and some elected officials (and others seeking office) have only fanned the flames of this hatred and created an environment of fear and uncertainty for so many. We say, no more.

At the same time, laws are being implemented that strip away reproductive rights and civil rights. Just this summer, the highest court in the land effectively ended affirmative action in higher education, which will have a detrimental impact on Black students’ enrollment in many institutions.

The Supreme Court also limited LGBTQ+ protections earlier this summer by ruling in favor of a web designer who wanted the ability to refuse to create websites celebrating same-sex weddings. And, of course, back in 2013, the Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act itself.

As a result, dozens of states established strict new voter ID laws, eliminated early voting days, closed polling locations, and more. New restrictions are being conjured up even today, making it more and more difficult for people to cast their vote.

While we raise awareness around these issues and organize, we are simultaneously fighting back against continued police brutality. Despite a few signs of progress, there are still far too many incidents of police abuse, shootings, excessive force and a criminal justice system in need of dire reform. This is why we still demand passage of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.

That is precisely why the 60th anniversary March on Washington won’t be a commemoration, but rather a continuation of Dr. King’s work and vision. As our multiracial, intergenerational demonstration meets at the Lincoln Memorial and marches to Dr. King’s memorial, I am reminded of his timeless words:

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.”

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Happy 107 th Birthday Mother Curley Davis!

Photos and article Courtesy of Rochelle Smith

Mother Curley Davis is the epitome of an amazing, strong, wonderful and powerful woman of God. Our dear Mother is a faithful member of St. Stephen’s Cathedral Church of God in Christ and attends service regularly.

Come on everyone, let’s help celebrate this special woman of faith. She is a pillar in the community and will be honored August 25th as the oldest living woman in our San Diego County!

Mother Curley Davis was born August 25, 1916, in the state of Arkansas to Emma Hudspeth and Preston Perry. When she was 15

years old, she and her mother moved to Kansas City, Kansas, where she lived until February 2021. Mother Curley worked as a seamstress in a bag factory during the early 1950’s where she was voted union representative for many years. In 1978, she met and married her soul mate, husband Paul Davis. They were happily married until his death in 2001. She birthed four children: Jack, John, Hazel and Vidolia. In 2021, Mother Curley moved to San Diego, California, to live with her son, John.

This is truly an amazing blessing and priceless moment in history. We are so blessed to know her and fellowship at church with Mother Curley. Her wit, tenacity, humor and humanity

is unsurpassed by many people that are privileged to meet her. We love the way Mother Curley helps Pastor Glenn preach and how she vocalizes his words and the scriptures during our church services. She’s always willing to bless us with hugs and allows us to photograph her after service.

I was a devout 11 a.m. worshiper and didn’t realize what I was missing at the anointed  8 a.m. service (as my Mother, the late Rosie Washington would often say), with this tremendous special Saint of God. Thanks and appreciation to Sister Tanya Cross and Sister Barbara for providing outstanding loving care with transportation, lunch, dinner and activ-

ities to keep Mother Curley active, alert and engaged. Special thanks to Mother Maxine Clark for allowing our team to partake in this monumental historical effort. Mother Curley will be traveling to her hometown Kansas City to celebrate her wonderful 107th birthday! We wish God’s blessings and traveling mercies upon you in Jesus name. We love you to the moon and back!

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Dedrick Asante-Muhammad, Chief of Race, Wealth, and Community for NCRC, lamented, “It is deeply troubling that, sixty years after the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, Black economic equality remains nothing more than a dream for most Black Americans.”

“The revelation that it would take more than 500 additional years to close the economic gap for black Americans is a stark reminder of the systemic inequities that persist,” AsanteMuhammad asserted.

Sally Sim, a senior organizer, and project specialist at NCRC, emphasized the urgency of the situation. “The sobering projection and findings of our report sixty years after the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom reinforce that the dream for economic equality for Black Americans remains unfulfilled,” Sim stated. “On this historic anniversary, let us turn this report into a catalyst for meaningful action towards comprehensive solutions and public support for policies and initiatives that promote black economic equality.”

Some key findings from the comprehensive report were that, despite modest advancements made by African Americans since the 1960s, including reduced poverty rates, increased high school attainment, and lower unemployment rates, income disparities between Black and white Americans have only slightly improved.

The report exposes that in 2021, African Americans earn 62 cents to every dollar earned by white families. The report’s authors said that, at this rate, achieving income parity would take an astonishing 513 years.

Further, the wealth gap between Black and non-Black Americans has experienced only marginal growth, with African Americans possessing 18 cents for every dollar of non-Black wealth in 2019. If this pace continues, it will take approximately 780 years for Black wealth to match non-Black wealth.

Median household income for African Americans has shown minimal growth, growing just 0.36% since the turn of the century. Strikingly, it remained lower than white median family income in 1963. Even after over

six decades, the Black-white homeownership divide persists.

Black homeownership has grown from 38% in 1960 to 44% in 2021, while white homeownership surged from 64% in 1960 to 74% in 2021.

The report outlined a series of recommendations to combat black economic inequality:

1. Advocate for full employment and guaranteed jobs to ensure equal economic opportunities for all.

2. Enact a substantial land and homeownership program to address the enduring homeownership gap between Black and white Americans.

3. Commit to individual asset building, including financial education, asset matching programs, and supportive policies, to facilitate access to wealth-building opportunities for Black Americans.

4. Implement policies to reduce dynastic concentrations of wealth and power, tackling the structural barriers that impede economic progress for Black Americans.

5. Explore targeted reparations to address historical injustices and provide meaningful redress for the economic disparities Black Americans face.

The authors noted that, as the nation reflects on King’s enduring vision for equality and justice, the report serves as a sobering reminder that pursuing Black economic equality remains an unmet challenge in America.

“The findings of this report are sobering and demand immediate and comprehensive action to address the economic disparities faced by African Americans,” remarked Omar Ocampo, a researcher for the Program on Inequality and the Common Good at IPS. “We must invest in transformative policies that address systemic racism and create an equitable society.”

To help Californians keep their insurance, DCHS has created a number of easy-to-navigate resources that state residents can access online at DHCS.CA.gov. The state is also partnering with Community Based Organizations (CBOs) already connected to people in cities and towns across California to help educate the public through a bilingual campaign informing people about how they can prevent losing their health care coverage.

The Medi-Cal eligibility redetermination process, which officials call the “great unwinding,” is part of a massive undertaking taking place in every state to find out who qualifies for Medicaid. A single Californian making $20,121 or less annually is eligible for Medi-Cal. In the past, participants had to prove their eligibility each year, but in March 2020 Congress suspended the income-verification requirement for Medicaid to make sure people had health insurance during the pandemic. Those protections expired in March. The federal govern-

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Black women die at nearly twice the rate of White Women during labor, according to data from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). In July, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that the federal government has launched a civil rights investigation into the treatment of Black expectant mothers at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. The federal investigation comes seven years after the 2016 death of a Black woman, Kira Dixon Johnson, who died from internal bleeding following a cesarean section at Cedars Sinai.

Dr. Melissa Franklin, Director of the Division of Maternal, Child, & Adolescent Health with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, stated that she has “lived the disparity” associated with maternal healthcare. During the delivery of her second daughter, Dr. Franklin says she could tell something was wrong and expressed to hospital staff, “I feel like I'm dying,” but her concerns were largely dismissed. When the hospital staff finally checked on her, they discovered that her blood pressure was dangerously low to which she responded, “I told y’all!”

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2021, Black women in the U.S. were more than twice as likely as White women to die due to complications related to maternity and the birthing process, according to the CDC. In California, the

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centuries of medical racism, experiments on Black bodies, and medical mistreatment, Black folks have many reasons to feel apprehensive about the healthcare system. But avoiding the healthcare system doesn’t make our community any healthier — or keep us from dying.

One common example of medical racism

ment has projected that 15 million Americans will lose their health insurance during the nationwide renewal process due to procedural reasons or excess income.

California’s DHCS began verifying the eligibility of Medi-Cal enrollees two months ago.

DHCS Assistant Deputy Director of Health Care Benefits and Eligibility Yingjia Huang said over one million Medi-Cal users had their eligibility reviewed in June. She expects that trend to continue monthly as batches of people come up for renewal until the end of the redetermination process in May 2024. DHCS has an automatic renewal system for Medi-Cal users whose income the state can confirm on its own. The department is notifying people that they will receive a renewal packet in the mail via text, phone calls, and email.

Huang said individuals lost their Medi-Cal

service either because they didn’t complete the renewal paperwork and return it to a county DHCS office by the June 30 deadline or they had an increase in income that allowed DHCS to move their coverage to an affordable health plan with Covered California. Residents whose coverage was transitioned to Covered California are notified and able to review their new health plan, according to Covered California CEO Jessica Altman.

“California is well-positioned to help consumers through this process and help them keep coverage,” she noted.

Participants who were removed from MediCal’s rolls but are still eligible for the service have until Sept. 30 to get their insurance reinstated. To do so, they must complete the renewal packet and return it to a DHCS office. DCHS is advising all Californians to take the following steps: update their contact informa-

tion online; check for mail from their county health office; create or check their online accounts; and complete their renewal forms (if they receive one in the mail). DHCS and its partners, Huang stated, are committed to helping people maintain health insurance.

“Please be sure you are looking out for the yellow envelope and renewal packet,” she said. “We really hope we continue to keep our members on coverage.”

There were also 53,836 newly enrolled MediCal participants in June, according to DHCS figures.

For more information on renewing your health insurance, visit DHCS.CA.gov. For individuals who receive Social Security Insurance benefits and don’t have online access, call 1-800-7721213 or contact your local Social Security office.

risk of death due to pregnancy complications is four to six times higher for Black mothers than any other ethnic group, according to data from the California Health Care Foundation.

Research has indicated that maternal mental health conditions, including prenatal and postpartum anxiety and depression, are the most common complications of pregnancy and childbirth. According to the American Hospital Association Institute for Diversity and Health Equity, 12.5% of birthing people will suffer from postpartum depression. However, Black women are about 1.6 times more likely to deal with its effects than White women.

Hiring a doula is one solution Black women are using to help address some of the mental health issues associated with the birthing process. A 2013 study by the National Center for Biotechnology Information found that mothers who received support from a doula during childbirth were two times less likely to experience complications.

A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional and physical support to pregnant individuals during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. Doulas are not medical professionals and do not deliver babies or provide medical care. Instead, they offer support in the form of physical comfort, emotional well-being, information, and advocacy. According to another study by the National

Center for Biotechnology Information, doulaassisted mothers were 57.5% less likely to suffer from postpartum depression or anxiety. This confirms that having the support of a doula during the birthing process can have a significant positive impact on the mental health of mothers.

The long history of discriminatory care towards Black women in the healthcare system has resulted in another mental health issue: generational trauma.

“When we speak about Black maternal health, we cannot ignore the fact that the foundation of medicine in this country and many of its early principles were deeply rooted in racism,” said Assemblymember Akilah Weber (D-La Mesa), a board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist, and founder and past director of the Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology Division at Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. “Some of the earliest examples of experimental research relied on these racist concepts. The pain of Black individuals was not only ignored but assumed to not be experienced to the same degree as White individuals.”

Franklin emphasized the importance of culturally competent care for the mental health of Black mothers. “The support of doulas as alternative birthing spaces gives Black women the opportunity, the choice of giving birth in a way that’s culturally affirming,” said Franklin.

This highlights the significance of providing care that is sensitive to the cultural needs and experiences of Black women during the birthing process.

Franklin also pointed out that doulas alone cannot bear the burden of an unfair healthcare system. She emphasized the importance of hospitals employing well-trained providers who operate in anti-bias and anti-racism spaces. This can help Black women give birth with “the support of a village.”

California has been taking steps to address healthcare disparities and improve outcomes for Black mothers and birthing individuals. The state introduced various policies and initiatives aimed at making culturally competent care a reality.

For example, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) has taken steps to improve access to doula services for expectant mothers. One such initiative is the inclusion of doula services as a preventative care option covered under Medi-Cal. This can help make doula support more accessible and affordable for those who need it.

In the meantime, Dr. Franklin’s advice is to listen to Black women when they express concerns about their health. This means taking their concerns seriously and providing them with the care and support they need.

brought up by many physicians interviewed by Word In Black was the Tuskegee Experiment — officially known as the Tuskegee Study of Untreated Syphilis in the Negro Male. Part of the discourse among Black folks and the apprehension around the COVID-19 vaccine was due to the 1932-40s study. Hundreds of men with untreated syphilis were told by researchers they were being treated for bad

blood, meanwhile, they were not being treated for the disease that was slowly killing them.

But, one of the details that seem to commonly get missed when the experiment is discussed online is why the experiment was so deadly. Tuckson says people often forget researchers denied Black people access to the drug that would have saved their lives.

“There are a lot of people that wanted to use Tuskegee as a reason to not get vaccinated (for COVID-19),” he says. “We now translate that in modern times as ‘because of Tuskegee, I will deliberately deny myself the drug that will save my life’. It makes no sense. We have to check our biases.”

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Special Primary Election Results –When to Expect Them

Counting ballots takes time, even for a special election like the Fourth Supervisorial District Special Primary Election.

The first set of unofficial elec tion night results came in shortly after 8 p.m, August 15th. This update includ ed mail ballots received before Election Day and vote center ballots from early voting between Aug. 5 – Aug. 14. After the first unofficial report, election night updates only include vote center ballots cast on Election Day.

The Election Day ballots come in after the vote centers close at 8 p.m. There will be a gap in time for the next set of results due to poll workers packing up supplies and driving in from the vote centers. Upon arrival to the Registrar’s office, the vote center ballots will be scanned, and results will be periodically updated until all of the vote center ballots have been counted.

You can check for the latest results by visiting sdvote.com or follow the Registrar’s office on Twitter.

The final unofficial election night results may not come in until 10 p.m. or later and will only cover the ballots that could be counted

DA Releases 2022 Annual Report

Voice & Viewpoint Newswire

San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan released the DA’s 2022 Annual Report. The annual report documents topics of interest for community members invested in the safety of our communities and the work the DA’s office is doing to address community interests. The Annual Report can be found online by visiting sandiegodaannualreport.com.

The report includes:

• A breakdown of prosecutions by crime type

immediately. The counting of ballots does not end election night.

The Registrar’s office mailed nearly 400,000 ballots for this election and a portion of those were dropped off at vote centers, official ballot drop boxes or picked up by the U.S. Postal Service on Election Day. Mail ballots sent right before or on Aug.15 had seven days to arrive if postmarked by Election Day.

Then there are provisional ballots. People who missed the July 31 registration deadline may conditionally register and vote provisionally in person up to and on Election Day. Once their voter registration is processed and the Registrar’s office confirms the voter did not vote elsewhere in the district, the voter registration becomes active and the provisional ballot is counted.

After election night, the next release of unofficial results posted on Aug. 17. Additional updates will occur at the discretion of the Registrar of Voters. However, the results must be certified by Sept. 14. For this special election, certification may occur on an earlier date. All updates will be posted on sdvote.com with the final certified results posted by Sept. 14. For more information, visit sdvote.com or call (858) 565-5800.

SOURCE: County News Center

Rising temperatures mean rising risks for Black Californians.

• Notable and high-profile criminal cases in which prosecutors delivered convictions

• An account of the first year of operation of One Safe Place—the North County Family Justice Center

• A plan to address the intersection of crime and homelessness

• A re-energized fight against the fentanyl epidemic

Legislative Black Caucus Honors West Coast Hip Hop Greats

The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) and the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) celebrated the 5oth anniversary of hip hop on Aug. 14, with a tribute to the West Coast pioneers, leaders and innovators who shaped the genre.

The Bring the Peace Movement, a Sacramento-based non-profit, organized the rally and ceremony where speakers paid homage to the honorees.

Juana Burns-Sperling, co-founder of Rialto/ Los Angeles-based all-female hip hop group JJ FAD, told California Black Media (CBM) that the love received from state lawmakers -- which included standing ovations on both the Senate and Assembly floors -- was a long time in the making, but well worth the wait.

“It was amazing. It was an honor to be there to represent the West Coast and represent my group,” said Sperling, who goes by the stage name, MC JB. “When I first heard about it my thoughts were, ‘finally’ because the West Coast seems to be left out of things that are going on right now. So, the fact that our (lawmakers) were honoring us, we didn’t have to rely on other geographical areas. I was truly happy. We’re finally getting recognized.”

The rap songs Sperling, “Baby D” (Dania Birks) and “Sassy C” (Michelle Ferrens) performed were produced by world-renowned Hip Hop mogul Dr. Dre (Andre Young), and Arabian Prince (Kim Renard Nazel). They group was signed to Ruthless Records. JJ FAD (an acronym created with the names of the original group members in 1985: Juana, Juanita, Fatima, Anna, and Dana) reached the top of the charts with their signature song, “Supersonic” in 1988.

The program organized by Jamilia Land of the Bring the Peace Movement, featured a voter registration drive and entertainment and was attended by CLBC chair Assemblymember Lori D. Wilson (D-Suisun City), Vice-Chair and Sen. Steven Bradford (D-Gardena) and other officers and members.

“At the time of its founding, hip hop was met with vitriol from politicians. However, today a host of politicians, community organizations and leaders convene to honor the pioneers and architects of the hip hop movement,” Wilson said on the Assembly floor. Sperling was joined at the State Capitol with West Coast hip hop artists and music producers King Tee (Roger McBride), Kid Frost (Arturo R. Molina Jr.), Arabian Prince Mistah F.A.B.(Stanley Cox), Micheal Latt, Karega Bailey, Tenish Hollins, Greg Mack, Violet Brown, Russell Thomas, Greg Mack, Casual from the Hieroglyphics (Jon Owens), Disco Daddy (Michael Khalfani), filmmaker Deon Taylor, and Alonzo “Lonzo” Williams. Mickelle “Hayón” Hellon, Leiah Steinberg, the Magical Rock Band,and retired leg islative aid Rory Kaufman were also recognized as honorees. Joel Flatow, Senior Vice President, Artist and Industry Relations, and Chief of West Coast operations for RIAA, said the accolades bestowed on

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Monday swore in 45 ministers nearly three months after his election, promising that his government will accelerate its development agenda.

The Cabinet is intended to help improve Africa's biggest economy and most populous country, where millions are grappling with economic hardship worsened by the new government's policies which have had an immediate impact of further squeez ing millions of poor Nigerians.

At an inauguration ceremony in the capital, Abuja, Tinubu acknowledged Nigeria`s "daunting" challenges and said the Cabinet brings an opportu nity to implement "long overdue reforms."

"We must hold each other responsible; we have to do the job to meet the expectations of all Nigerians," the president told the ministers.

It is Nigeria's largest Cabinet since the country`s return to democracy in 1999, triggering criticisms about high government expenditure despite Tinubu's promises to cut costs. Fewer than 20% of the cabinet members are women, continuing a long tradition of low female representation in governance in Nigeria.

In addition to technocrats from the private sector, the ministers also include several party loyalists, including former governors who helped mobilize support for Tinubu when he was campaigning to become president.

Former investment banker Wale Edun was named the minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, while Ali Pate, a former director at the World Bank who recently turned down an appointment to lead the global vaccine alliance Gavi, was named the minister of health and social welfare.

Pictured from left to right on the California Assembly floor with framed resolutions are: Joel Flatow (Senior VP of Recording Industry Association of America's West Coast Operations); Juana Burns Sperling (co-founder of JJ Fad), Kim Renard Nazel (Arabian Prince), Roger McBride (King Tee), and Jon Owens (Casual from Oakland-based Hieroglyphics). Aug. 14, 2023. PHOTO: Antonio Ray Harvey/CBM

Antonio Ray Harvey California Black Media

THE EDUCATIONAL CULTURAL COMPLEX ANNUAL

Contributing Writer

The Educational Cultural Complex held its annual Registration Fest last week, giving Southeastern San Diego a great opportunity to explore the facil ity and all it has to offer. Using the interior and exterior of the building, ECC invited community members to enjoy some good grub, a live band, free suits for men and plenty of essential information booths.

"We're here today to bring awareness to the community [of] what we have to offer. It's like an open house. We just want people to see what we're about," ECC employee Tavares Franklin shared. "We also have important exter nal partners here like SD Housing Commission, YMCA, Therapy for Black Women and a lot more. We have so much to offer through the continuing education experience."

The big Reg-Fest at ECC did their part once again in promoting free education.

H urricane Hillar y Brings Unity to the Lemon Grove Community

PHOTOS: Darrel Wheeler

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CELEBRATING

BLACK WEEK

By Voice and Viewpoint Staff

How to Ace Late Summer and Fall Sales

By Kimberly Palmer

next year. Here's how to get the most out of these sales:

LOOK FOR FREEBIES WITH PURCHASES

To keep shoppers engaged during the slower summer shopping season, retailers often offer additional promotions along with traditional discounts. Those can include "buy one, get one" deals, gift cards or a free gift with a purchase, or even discounts on yearlong memberships.

appliances, that could be your best chance to buy at a discount.

Similarly, summer clothing goes on sale as fall hits and fall styles even later in the year, so waiting to purchase back-to-school apparel is a smart move.

SPREAD OUT HOLIDAY EXPENSES

Buying holiday gifts during summer sales or October discounts might sound extreme, but it's becoming more common for shoppers looking to spread out their expenses and nab the best deals.

Scoring the best deals often means waiting patiently for the moment the price drops, even if that moment comes months before you actually need the item.

COVID-19 UPDATES

In weekly Tuesday morning Black Men and Women United (BMWU) meetings here in San Diego, our “Resident MD”, Dr. Jerome Robinson, reports on the COVID stats in San Diego County and other health-related news. In BMWU’s last two meetings, August 15, 2023, and August 22, 2023, Dr. Robinson shared more updates regarding the current COVID status for San Diegans and continues to remind residents to take preventative measures for COVID-19.

As of August 10, 2023, there has been an 80% uptick in COVID cases as the County has reported testing positivity has risen each week.

“[This is] extremely important because it shows COVID didn’t take a vacation this summer. It’s here and it’s getting worse,” Dr. Robinson explained.

The World Health Organization (WHO)

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Big Fun at the George Stevens’ Center

By Rosemary Pope and Voice and Viewpoint Staff

Saturday, August 19 at George L. Stevens Senior Community Center from 4 PM to 7 PM, The Fourth District Seniors Resource Center (FDRSC) held the jazz music extravaganza, “Musically Yours In Song,” proudly presenting the San Diego favorite Carmelia “Toot” Bell & Friends.

In spite of the looming hurricane, storm and flood watch warnings, Toot & Friends delivered a storm of inspiration, jubilation and praise to a sold-out audience last Saturday evening. This is the 3rd Annual Fundraiser benefitting the FDRSC. Prior to the concert, over 200 guests dined on tasty, delectable desserts and appetizers including the famous “Ms.Toot’s Sweet Tea.”

Highlights of the concert included the special appearance of eight-year-old Armani White who brought the audi

ence to their feet singing “Elijah Rock” and “The Greatest Love,” Toot Bell Backup Singers and Band: Dale Fleming, De Shon Hall, Steve Goodin, Ronnie Foxworth, Jack Griffin and Levon Foxworth.

Ms. Rosemary Pope, Executive Director of FDSRC shared her gratitude to all involved for making the benefit concert possible.

Jazz Fest

“Thanks [to] guests, staff, volunteers and seasoned ambassadors for their hard work, love and prayers helping to make this fundraiser most successful and memorable,” Pope said. FDSRC does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital origin, and political opinions or affiliations. To donate visit wwwfdsrc.org.

ANNUAL BLACK

By Voice and Viewpoint Staff and Darrel Wheeler, Contributing Writer

Advocates for all things Black breastfeeding-related joined forces last Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Valencia Park Elementary School for their Annual Black Breastfeeding Week Celebration.

Whether they drove through or walked up, the mothers of the Skyline and surrounding Southeastern communities could get any of their questions answered by certified experts and even received a free “Swag Bag” loaded with breastfeeding and infant care goodies.

JIREH Providers, the Health and Human Services Black Infant Health Program (BIH), Healthy Start Global Communities and Blue Shield of California were some of the organizations that met at the school’s parking lot in solidarity to bring awareness to the Black breastfeeding experience and its overwhelming advantages to the baby and mother.

“Breastfeeding is a huge advantage,” Lisa from Global Communications shared. “[Breastfeeding] reduces infant mortality, infant illness, helps children perform better in school and it reduces illnesses to the woman doing the breastfeeding, like diabetes and cancer. There’s such a big racial dis-

parity in Black breastfeeding and we want to bring attention to it,” Lisa continued.

A limited amount of gift bags were also reserved for BIH, Healthy Start, and WIC clients who didn’t have transportation but wanted to attend the celebration.

Black Breastfeeding Week, celebrated August 25th through the 31st, is an awareness initiative highlighting over 40 years of disparities in breastfeeding rates among Black women and challenges that are unique to breastfeeding within the Black community. To celebrate Black Breastfeeding Week on your own, informing yourself and others of the importance of breastfeeding and sharing the stories of Black breastfeeding women is a great way to participate. Supporting the women in your community with the tools to breastfeed is also a great way to celebrate the Week and beyond!

Providing extra support during power shutoffs.

That’s the power to help.

During peak wildfire season, we may have to shut off power in certain areas for public safety. This is called a Public Safety Power Shutoff.

SDG&E partners with 2-1-1 San Diego to provide extra support to those who need it during these times. Community, health and social services including accessible transportation — are available for those who qualify. Dial 2-1-1 (858-300-1211) for confidential assistance, 24/7. For info on SDG&E accessibility support, visit sdge.com/AFN.

PHOTOS: Darrel Wheeler

Jackie Jackson Kilwins Chicago

Paramount Global has pulled out of a deal to sell BET Media Group to renowned filmmaker Tyler Perry.

According to The Wall Street Journal, Paramount announced that they had ended the bidding process, which would have included VH1 and BET Studios, streamer BET+ and the BET channel — because “a sale wouldn’t result in any meaningful deleveraging of its balance sheet.”

Paramount Global had received bids ranging from approximately $2 billion to $3 billion.

Perry’s potential ownership would have made BET Black-owned again after 21 years, while VH1, for the first time, would have boasted an African American owner for the first time. Earlier this year, Perry’s longtime friend Rolanda Watts, proclaimed that he cemented his place in history by acquiring the two major television networks, making him the first African American to do so. However, others including Roland Martin said the story wasn’t true, that a deal had not been reached.

The renowned actor and filmmaker previously expressed optimism about purchasing BET, stating his keen interest if it were a possibility. Perry, who had already enjoyed tremendous success in collaboration with BET, partnering with his Tyler Perry Studios banner to create the

popular streaming service BET+, was no stranger to the network. He acknowledged the unexpected nature of the potential acquisition, stating, “I’ve been there for four years now and had tremendous success… If that is possible, I’m very, very interested in taking as much of it as I can.” The exact financial details of the deal have not been disclosed, but experts on this sort of transaction have placed a significant value on the acquisition of the two networks.

Since its launch, the BET+ streaming service has experienced remarkable success. In 2021 alone, BET+ was responsible for half of the subscribers and nearly all revenue growth for the channel. The plat -

form features a wide range of original films and series from the extensive BET program library, captivating audiences with diverse and engaging content.

The acquisition of BET and VH1 would have marked a significant milestone in the representation and ownership of the entertainment industry. Perry’s success as an African American entrepreneur and his commitment to showcasing diverse stories and voices have paved the way for increased opportunities and inclusivity in the media landscape. The Madea star currently owns a minority stake in BET and also produces a large portion of the programming available on BET and BET+.

The ALIVE Podcast Network, a podcast platform dedicated to amplifying Black voices and empowering content creators, has announced a strategic partnership with RIVERSIDE.FM, an audio and video recording platform, to launch "Riverside Black Creative HUBPowered by ALIVE Podcast Network." This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the evolution of the audio streaming industry as it connects creatives in an intimate networking space for Black creatives.

By joining forces, the ALIVE Podcast Network and RIVERSIDE.FM will advance how content creators connect through the RIVERSIDE Black Creative HUB Powered by ALIVE. This platform harnesses the strengths of both entities to create the ultimate mastermind com -

munity allowing creators to innovate their respective platforms. "Providing Black podcasters a safe space to share, test, and generate new ideas is what the Riverside Black Creators HUB powered by ALIVE Podcast Network is all about," said Angel N. Livas, Founder & CEO of the ALIVE Podcast Network. "We're beyond excited to maintain the daily facilitation of the group that we truly believe will spark innovative conversations and inspirational outcomes for black creators looking to advance their podcasting footprint."

ALIVE Podcast Network, known for its commitment to showcasing diverse perspectives and protecting the content of Black creatives, aims to expand its reach and empower even more content creators by providing them with a platform to share their stories while generating new ideas.

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NOTICE

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVENthat the City of San Diego (City) is seeking to receive Electronic Bids for the below named Public Works project. The solicitation, including plans and specifications, may be obtained from the City's website at: https://www.sandiego.gov/cip/ bidopps

Contractors intending to submit a Bid must be prequalified. Please refer to the solicitation for instructions.

Project Name San Carlos

Branch Library

Project Number: K-24-2211-

DB2-3 Estimated Value:

$28,000,000.00

Bid Open Date: 09/26/2023, at 2:00 P.M.

License Requirement: B It is the policy of the City of San Diego to encourage equal opportunity in its Construction and Consultant contracts. Bids or proposals from local firms, small, minority-owned, disabled, veteran-owned, and womenowned businesses are strongly encouraged. Contractors are encouraged to subcontract with and/or participate in joint ventures with these firms. The City is committed to equal opportunity and will not discriminate with regard to race, religion, color, ancestry, age, gender, disability, medical condition or place of birth; and will not do business with any firm that discriminates on any basis. Bids shall be received no later than the date and time noted above at: City of San Diego's Electronic Biding Site PlanetBids at: https://www.planetbids.com/p

HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONS WITH AIDS AND EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS

GRANT PROGRAMS Notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing at 9:00 a.m. on September 12, 2023, in Room 310 at the County Administration Center, 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA regarding the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022-23 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).

Each year, the County must submit the CAPER which describes program accomplishments during the previous fiscal year for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) programs. The San Diego “Urban County” CDBG and ESG Programs fund housing, community development and homeless services and activities in the unincorporated area and in six participating cities (Coronado, Del Mar, Imperial Beach, Lemon Grove, Poway, and Solana Beach). The San Diego County HOME Consortium Program provides funds for housing activities in the CDBG and ESG Program areas as well as in six Consortium cities (Carlsbad, Encinitas, La Mesa, San Marcos, Santee, and Vista). The HOPWA program provides funding for housing and housing related services for persons living with HIV/AIDS and their families throughout the entire County of San Diego. The public is invited to attend the public hearing to comment on the 2022-23 CAPER. The public may also provide comments in writing during the 15-day comment period ending September 12, 2023. The CAPER can be accessed electronically at www.sdhcd.com. Written comments should be addressed to Housing and Community Development Services, Community Development Division, 3989 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123, (858) 694-8756, or emailed to: Community.Development@sd county.ca.gov. Those who are deaf or hard of hearing may contact the department at (866) 945-2207. Those who need assistance to participate in the meeting (non-English speaking, hearing impaired, etc.) should contact staff at least five days prior to the meeting to request special arrangements.

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Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will electronically receive bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services for: LA JOLLA HIGH SCHOOL STAGE CURTAIN REPLACEMENT

A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2023, in front of the main office of La Jolla High School, 750 Nautilus St, La Jolla, CA 92037. Contractors and subcontractors must preregister with the District prior to attending the site walk at sandiegounified.org/sitewalks. The Bid and Contract Documents may be downloaded free of charge at the District’s new online Planroom at sandiegousdplans.com. All bids must be received electronically at or before 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 14, 2023. Firms interested in submitting a bid package must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CP24-0267-39-00-00 La Jolla High School Stage Curtain Replacement. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $25,000 and $40,000. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: C-61 Limited Specialty, D-34 or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, George A. Harris III, Director, Fiscal Controls and Information Systems, Facilities Planning and Construction - CP24-0267-39-00-00.

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Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will electronically receive bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services to: FURNISH AND INSTALL FENCING AT DANA MIDDLE SCHOOL A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2023, in front of the main office of Dana Middle School, 1775 Chatsworth Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107. Contractors and subcontractors must preregister with the District prior to attending the site walk at sandiegounified.org sitewalks. The Bid and Contract

Documents may be downloaded free of charge at the District’s new online Planroom at sandiegousdplans. com. All bids must be received electronically at or before 1:00 p.m. on SEPTEMBER 15, 2023. Firms interested in submitting a bid package must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CC24-0422-05-00 00 Furnish and Install Fencing at Dana Middle School. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $170,000 and $185,000. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: A or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, George A. Harris III, Director, Fiscal Controls and Information Systems, Facilities Planning and Construction CC24-0422-05-00-00

8725 Broadway La Mesa, CA 91941 County of San Diego

This business is conducted by:

A Corporation

The first day of business was: 11/6/2013

This business is hereby registered by the following: Viking Liquor, LLC 8725 Broadway, La Mesa, CA 91941

This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on July 24, 2023

This fictitious business name will expire on July 24, 2028 8/03, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24

NAME CHANGE

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Civil 37-2023-00035983CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Linglin Tian, Sheng Yuan on behalf of minor

Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification,

a certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions. If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is:

FICTITIOUS

This business is hereby registered by the following: Legendary HOA Management 11491 Smithers Ct San Diego, CA 92126

This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on July 21, 2023

This fictitious business name will expire on July 21, 2028 8/03, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9015681

Fictitious business name(s):

EZ Scooter And Bike Rentals Located at:

2237 Ocean View Boulevard San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego

This business is conducted by:

A Limited Liability Company

The first day of business was: 07/25/2023

This business is hereby registered by the following:

Queenee Limited Liability Co

2237 Ocean View Boulevard San Diego, CA 92113

This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on July 27, 2023

This fictitious business name will expire on July 27, 2028 8/03, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2023-9013929

Fictitious business name(s): SLC Logistics

Located at: 3963 Cottonwood St, San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego

This business is conducted by:

Limited Liability Company

The first day of business was:

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Linglin Tian, Sheng Yuan on behalf of minor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME: Xianqian Yuan

PROPOSED NAME: Ryan Xianqian Yuan

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Date: October 04, 2023

Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of

Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee.

Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.

the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Date: September 18, 2023

Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA

330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall Of Justice Courthouse 37-2023-00031481CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Judy Laverne Clayton AKA Judi Laverne Patterson AKA Judi Clayton Patterson

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Judy Laverne Clayton AKA Judi Laverne Patterson AKA Judi Clayton Patterson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME: Judy Laverne Clayton AKA Judi Laverne Patterson AKA Judi Clayton Patterson

PROPOSED NAME: Judi Laverne Clayton Patterson

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Date: September 12, 2023

Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)

330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 8/24, 8/31, 9/07, 9/14

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA

330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall Of Justice Courthouse

37-2023-00034738 -CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney:

Keymuandre Pedro Clady

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner

Keymuandre Pedro Clady filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME:

Keymuandre Pedro Clady

PROPOSED NAME:

Keymuandre Tamru Abdallah

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Date: September 27, 2023

Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 8/17, 8/24, 8/31, 9/07 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall Of Justice Central Division 37-2023-00032767CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Shuvonda Miller on behalf of minor

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Shuvonda Miller on behalf of minor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME:

Kalaiah Shane Sherelle Moore

PROPOSED NAME:

Kalaiah Shane Sherelle Langford

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

(To appear remotely, check

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 8/10, 8/17, 8/24, 8/31

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall Of Justice 37-2023-00032671CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Ashley Dawn McEachernStains AKA Ashley Dawn McEachern

To All Interested Persons:

Petitioner Ashley Dawn McEachernStains AKA Ashley Dawn McEachern filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME: Ashley Dawn McEachernStains AKA Ashley Dawn McEachern

PROPOSED

NAME: Asher Dawn McEachernStains THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for

A certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 8/10, 8/17, 8/24, 8/31

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have

not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is:

330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 8/03, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA

330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101

Hall Of Justice Courthouse

37-2023-00026859CU-PT-CTL

Petitioner or Attorney:

Walter Sylvester Lam

To All Interested Persons:

Petitioner Walter Sylvester Lam filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME:

Walter Sylvester Lam

PROPOSED NAME:

Walter Otira Lam

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING

Date: August 10, 2023

Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to

Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.

A certified copy of Decree

Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree

Changing Name and Order

Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance

of New Birth Certificate

(JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify

the information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea la información a continuación y en la página siguiente.

Petitioner's Name is:

(Nombre del demandante): Sharie Jarsulic

Case Number: 22FL008697S

You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you.

If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children.

You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs.

For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association.

Tiene 30 días de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo.

Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales.

Para asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www. sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca. org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado.

NOTICE—RESTRAINING

ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

AVISO—LAS ÓRDENES DE RESTRICCIÓN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁGINA 2: Las órdenes de restricción están en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cónyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras órdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden público que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California.

FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party.

EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS:

Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte.

Clerk, by (Secretario, por)

A. Puerto, Deputy (Asistente)

STANDARD FAMILY LAW RESTRAINING ORDERS

Starting immediately, you and your spouse or domestic partner are restrained from:

1. removing the minor children of the parties from the state or applying for a new or replacement passport for those minor children without the prior written consent of the other party or an order of the court;

2. cashing, borrowing against, canceling, transferring, disposing of, or changing the beneficiaries of any insurance or other coverage, including life, health, automobile, and disability, held for the benefit of the parties and their minor children;

3. transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing, or in any way disposing of any property, real or personal, whether community, quasicommunity, or separate, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life; and

4. creating a nonprobate transfer or modifying a nonprobate transfer in a manner that affects the disposition of property subject to the transfer, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court. Before revocation of a nonprobate transfer can take effect or a right of survivorship to property can be eliminated, notice of the change must be filed and served on the other party.

You must notify each other of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five business days prior to incurring these extraordinary expenditures and account to the court for all extraordinary expenditures made after these restraining orders are effective. However, you may use community property, quasi-community property, or your own separate property to pay an attorney to help you or to pay court costs.

ÓRDENES DE RESTRICCIÓN ESTÁNDAR DE DERECHO FAMILIAR

En forma inmediata, usted y su cónyuge o pareja de hecho tienen prohibido:

1. llevarse del estado de California a los hijos menores de las partes, o solicitar un pasaporte nuevo o de repuesto para los hijos menores, sin el consentimiento previo por escrito de la otra parte o sin una orden de la corte;

2. cobrar, pedir prestado, cancelar, transferir, deshacerse o cambiar el nombre de los beneficiarios de cualquier seguro u otro tipo de cobertura, como de vida, salud, vehículo y discapacidad, que tenga como beneficiario(s) a las partes y su(s) hijo(s) menor(es);

3. transferir, gravar, hipotecar, ocultar o deshacerse de cualquier manera de cualquier propiedad, inmueble o personal, ya sea comunitaria, cuasicomunitaria o separada, sin el consentimiento escrito de la otra parte o una orden de la corte, excepto en el curso habitual de actividades personales y comerciales o para satisfacer las necesidades de la vida; y

INSURANCE: Do you or someone in your household need affordable health insurance? If so, you should apply for Covered California. Covered California can help reduce the cost you pay towards high quality affordable health care. For more information, visit www.coveredca.com. Or call Covered California at 1-800-300-1506.

AVISO—ACCESO A SEGURO DE SALUD MÁS ECONÓMICO: ¿Necesita seguro de salud a un costo asequible, ya sea para usted o alguien en su hogar? Si es así, puede presentar una solicitud con Covered California. Covered California lo puede ayudar a reducir el costo que paga por seguro de salud asequible y de alta calidad. Para obtener más información, visite www.coveredca.com. O llame a Covered California al 1-800-300-0213.

WARNING—IMPORTANT INFORMATION

California law provides that, for purposes of division of property upon dissolution of a marriage or domestic partnership or upon legal separation, property acquired by the parties during marriage or domestic partnership in joint form is presumed to be community property. If either party to this action should die before the jointly held community property is divided, the language in the deed that characterizes how title is held (i.e., joint tenancy, tenants in common, or community property) will be controlling, and not the community property presumption. You should consult your attorney if you want the community property presumption to be written into the recorded title to the property.

ADVERTENCIA— IMFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE

De acuerdo a la ley de California, las propiedades adquiridas por las partes durante su matrimonio o pareja de hecho en forma conjunta se consideran propiedad comunitaria para fines de la división de bienes que ocurre cuando se produce una disolución o separación legal del matrimonio o pareja de hecho. Si cualquiera de las partes de este caso llega a fallecer antes de que se divida la propiedad comunitaria de tenencia conjunta, el destino de la misma quedará determinado por las cláusulas de la escritura correspondiente que describen su tenencia (por ej., tenencia conjunta, tenencia en común o propiedad comunitaria) y no por la presunción de propiedad comunitaria. Si quiere que la presunción comunitaria quede registrada en la escritura de la propiedad, debería consultar con un abogado. 8/03, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Curtis Ralph Hougland Case Number: 37-2023-00033214-PR-PWCTL

to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: on October 25, 2023, at 1:30 PM in Dept. 502 located at the Superior Court of California County of San Diego 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division Central Courthouse

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

Attorney for Petitioner: Edward B. Fischel, LL.M. 459 West 4th Street, San Bernardino, CA 92401 (909) 388-0050 8/17, 8/24, 8/31

Ava Marie DuVernay, born August 24, 1972, in Long Beach, California, is an American director, screenwriter, film marketer, and film distributor. DuVernay became the first Black woman to win the Best Director award for her second feature film, Middle of Nowhere, at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. She was also the first Black woman to be nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Director for a Motion Picture and an Academy Award for Best Picture for the film Selma (2014). Along with directing Selma, DuVernay directed the documentary, The 13th, focusing on the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution which outlawed slavery.

1884

GEORGE BIDDLE KELLEY BORN

as follows(specify): legal and physical custody to mother no visits to father.

Other Orders requested (specify): passport/travel issue mother shall obtain passport for the minor child Nicholas born 2/09/2018 without fathers signature and consent. 8/03, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24 SUMMONS (Family Law) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (Fil Paulo

The name and address of the court are (El nombre y dirección de la corte son): Superior Court of California, County of San Diego South County Division, 500 3rd Ave Chula Vista, CA 91910

The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, dirección y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Sharie Jarsulic 1506 L Ave National City, CA 91950 Tel No. (619) 900-5762

4. crear o modificar una transferencia no testamentaria de manera que afecte la asignación de una propiedad sujeta a transferencia, sin el consentimiento por escrito de la otra parte o una orden de la corte. Antes de que se pueda eliminar la revocación de una transferencia no testamentaria, se debe presentar ante la corte un aviso del cambio y hacer una entrega legal de dicho aviso a la otra parte.

Cada parte tiene que notificar a la otra sobre cualquier gasto extraordinario propuesto por lo menos cinco días hábiles antes de realizarlo, y rendir cuenta a la corte de todos los gastos extraordinarios realizados después de que estas órdenes de restricción hayan entrado en vigencia. No obstante, puede usar propiedad comunitaria, cuasicomunitaria o suya separada para pagar a un abogado que lo ayude o para pagar los costos de la corte.

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Curtis Ralph Hougland

A Petition for Probate has been filed by Kenneth Robert Mullenix in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego

The Petition for Probate requests that Kenneth Robert Mullenix be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent's will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice

George Biddle Kelley, born August 24, 1884, in Troy, New York, is a founding member, or “Jewel,” of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the oldest existing African American fraternal organization.

In 1905, Kelly enrolled in Cornell University’s College of Civil Engineering, where he joined a Black-student social studies club. On December 4, 1906, Kelley chaired the meeting that changed the club into a fraternity and became the first president of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity’s Alpha Chapter. Incorporation would come the following year, and Kelley was essential in its development. He was a leader in naming, early logo designs, and initiation rituals for the fraternity.

His popularity with the Brotherhood never wavered, and he remained active in the organization until the end of his life, May 5, 1962.

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Joseph Benjamin Taylor, son of Mary C. Banks, was born on August 16, 1975 in Waukegan, IL. When Joseph was three years old, he and his mother relocated to Los Angeles, CA, then later to San Diego, CA. He graduated from Hoover High School.

Joseph was a fun-loving, people person. He loved barbecuing and enjoying watching football, especially the Los Angeles Chargers. There were no dull moments when he was around.

Joseph was employed by Ace Parking.

Joseph passed away on August 11, 2023.

Joseph was preceded in death by his brother Marlowe Bernard Roberts, grandparents George and Samella Taylor, and uncle Richard Ivy, Jr.

Many wonderful memories of his life will be cherished by his mother Mary Banks; LT Banks; children Dijon L. Taylor, Tyrone G. Taylor, Rashawn Lawson, and Joseph Taylor, two step-daughters; TashaKa McFadden and Jasmine Stone, grandchildren; Noah, Isabella, and Harmony of Waco, Texas, Amir Josiah, Zayvion, Jaylan, Jalayah Kanaezia, RiRi, and Jacion of San Diego, aunts; Janie Williams, Betty Taylor, and Hawaii Douglas, uncles; Samuel Taylor, Sr. and George Taylor, Jr., sisters and brothers, childhood friends Pedric Rainey and Tyree Carter, lady friend Cassandra Tyus, #Taylor Crew 100; and a host of other family and friends.

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Janice Marie Hinds was born on December 11, 1960 to her parents James and Annie Bell Hinds in San Diego, California. She was the second youngest child of 9 children.

Janice attended Knox Elementary and graduated from San Diego High. Janice attended San Diego Mesa College, where she obtained a degree in Early Childhood Education.

At the young age of 18, Janice was in a car accident that left her paraplegic. Janice, affectionately known as “Mookie” by her family, will be remembered for her resilience, kindness, and strong personality. Janice was also a Breast Cancer survivor.

She was a true fighter who loved Jehovah, life, and friends and family. In 1987, Janice embarked on the most important journey of her life. She found Jehovah and became a witness. She was very involved in her congregation and remained consistent for the past 35 years.

Janice enjoyed fashion, makeup, and was dynamic at interior decorating.

Janice was called home to rest on July 27, 2023, after a long battle with several health conditions.

Janice was preceded in death by her parents James Hinds and Annie Bell Hinds, her two brothers Martin Hinds and Marvin Hinds, and her sister Cynthia Malory.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her sisters; Gwendolyn Mcbride- Hinds, Lueiza Young, and Linda Cantley, brothers; Rodney Hinds, Roscoe Hinds, and Terry Hinds, along with a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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Michael Lucas was born on February 23, 1958, in San Diego, California, to Iris Roberson and Samuel Lucas.

Michael attended Freese Elementary and O’Farrell Jr. High. He graduated from Morse High School in the Class of 1976. He is an alumni of California State University, Long Beach and barber college.

Michael passed on Saturday, July 29, 2023, in San Diego, California.

Michael will be remembered by his family and friends.

Prince Alfred

Weaver, Jr.

SUNRISE 07/28/1957

SUNSET 08/11/2023

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Prince Alfred Weaver, Jr., a man of profound kindness, thoughtfulness, and selflessness, passed away on August 11, 2023, in San Diego, CA. Born on July 28, 1957, his life was a testament to his warm spirit and generous heart, which touched many lives throughout his 66 years.

Prince was a proud graduate of Crawford High School. He utilized his education and innate skills to build a successful career in the banking industry. He started his journey at the San Diego Trust Bank, where his dedication and hard work quickly became evident. His subsequent roles at Kaiser and the Bank of Commerce further solidified his standing as a highly respected professional within the financial sector.

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Levi Patton entered this world on July 17, 1935, to Estella Patton and Toast Patton in Pine Bluff, AR, where he also received his formal education.

Mr. Patton later moved to Kansas City, MO in 1965, where he met Willa Johnson & they married in 1968.

Levi joined Greater Corinthians Baptist Church in 1967, and served as a church Deacon, church treasurer, and was also manager of the gospel group Sacred Singers.

Levi was employed with Ford Motor Company and did General Contracting.

Reverend Patton later moved to Minnesota and resided there for 8 years, where he married his second wife, Sylvia Jean Anderson Patton, before moving to San Diego, CA. Here, he continued contracting work and joined Mt. Erie Baptist Church, where he was Associated Minister. Later on, he became the Associated Pastor at Greater Galilee Baptist Church. Then he became the Pastor. Rev. Levi Patton went home to be with the Lord on August 15, 2023.

Preceding Levi in death are his parents, brother Jeffery Patton, sister Latasha Patton, stepchildren; Bonnie Davis, Jr Yancy, and Teresa Houston, granddaughter Veronica Yancy Bird, and second wife Sylvia Jean Anderson Patton.

Left to cherish his memories is his daughter Ealisa Beasley of San Diego, stepdaughter Katherine Carter (Kansas City, MO), grandson Minister Michael L Carter, Jr. (Lynnette of Raytown, MO), granddaughters; Atiyyijah Ramsey (San Diego), Kanetra Graham, Raymore (MO), a host of nephews, nieces, and cousins, Pastor Beard and wife, Pastor Wells and wife, and some great friends.

Aside from his professional achievements, Prince was a man of diverse interests, which brought him great joy and allowed him to connect with many people. A passionate bowler, he could often be found at the local bowling alley, perfecting his game and sharing laughter with friends. Tennis was another sport he enjoyed, both as a player and spectator, showing his competitive spirit in every match.

Music was a significant part of Prince's life, particularly jazz. He was a talented clarinet player and a devoted fan of Kenny G. He often spent evenings lost in the soothing rhythm of his music. His love for jazz was only paralleled by his love for football, with his loyalty to the Las Vegas Raiders, regardless of their performance in the season. His enthusiasm for the sport was infectious, making game days a joyous occasion for everyone around him.

Those who knew Prince were blessed to experience his kindness firsthand. His selfless nature was evident in the way he treated others, always prioritizing their needs above his own. His thoughtfulness showed in his actions, whether it was remembering a colleague's birthday or offering help to a neighbor in need. His ability to inspire and uplift those around him was a rare gift, one that will be deeply missed.

Prince Alfred Weaver, Jr.'s passing leaves a void in the hearts of many. His memory, however, will live on in the countless lives he touched with his kindness, his love for life, and his unwavering spirit. As we remember him, let us celebrate the life he led and the legacy he leaves behind.

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Stephen

Toney, Jr.

SUNRISE 05/15/1994

SUNSET 07/22/2023

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Stephen Toney, Jr., also known as "Bud" or "Tiny", was born on May 15, 1994, in San Diego, CA, to Donna Floyd and Stephen Toney, Sr. Jr. was raised by his stepfather Danny Pearson and his adopted mom Melissa Taylor. Stephen received his formal education in different school settings throughout the San Diego area. He truly enjoyed his many occupational opportunities, which included tattoo artist and motorcycle and bicycle mechanic. He also was very proud of being able to master computer skills. Stehpen was a young man that just wanted to live his life as simple as he could without the drama and fanfare of life. Life for him had its challenges, as we all have them, but he did the best he could.

Stephen's life was prematurely taken from him on July 22, 2023. Thank God those involved have been apprehended and are awaiting their day in court.

Stephen is preceded in death by his mother Donna Floyd, his stepfather Danny Pearson, and his brother Dionte Floyd.

Surviving are his children, Lyric Marie Blue Floyd, Twins Niemiah Toney and Nieriah Toney, Stephen Toney III, and Jaden Toney, his father Stephen Toney, Sr., his adopted mom Melissa Taylor, siblings; Anthony Toney, Dashe Wallace, Dante Floyd, Dontavia Floyd, Dominic Wilson, Kolona Hall, and a host of other relatives, who loved him, are left to cherish his memory.

Myrtle Lee

Mitchell

SUNRISE

09/09/1937

SUNSET

07/03/2023

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Myrtle Lee Mitchell, affectionately known as “Mert”, was born on September 9, 1937, in Franklin, Louisiana, to Avery and Virginia Jones. She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at a young age and was rebaptized by Rev. Marvin C. Hines at the Pilgrim Progressive Baptist Church.

She received her formal education from Franklin Senior High School in Franklin, Louisiana in 1954.

She met her childhood sweetheart while in high school. She was 14 and he was 15. They were united in holy matrimony on May 17, 1954, for a grand total of 66 years… “Ooh What A Blessing From God!” From this union, God blessed them with three beautiful children, two sons, the late Deacon Larry James Mitchell, Sr. and Kevin Dewain Mitchell, and one daughter, Jennifer Danette Mitchell. On Monday July 3, 2023, at home, Myrtle Mitchell’s train to glory arrived. With her ticket in her hand ready and waiting, she answered her call and was welcomed into the bosom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Margaret Ann Odum

SUNRISE 05/09/1939

SUNSET 08/05/2023

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Margaret Ann Odum, a loving matriarch and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully in San Diego, CA on August 5, 2023. Born on May 9, 1939, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Margaret lived a life defined by her loving kindness and selfless devotion to her family, friends, and community.

Margaret spent the majority of her professional life in the service of others. She began her career at Bandini Elementary School, where she enriched the lives of countless students with her dedication to their education. Later on, she transitioned to work at the Naval Medical Center, providing care and comfort to the servicemen and women who needed it most.

Maurice

Williams, Sr.

SUNRISE 12/08/1939

SUNSET 08/04/2023

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Maurice Williams, Sr., a man known for his friendly demeanor, gentle spirit, and kind heart, passed away peacefully on August 4th, 2023. Born on December 8, 1939, his life was a testament to the virtues of hard work, camaraderie, and the simple pleasures of life.

A proud graduate of Kemp High School in Texas, Maurice carried the lessons and memories of his formative years into his adult life. He was a stalwart of the community, dedicating over 40 years of his life to tireless service as a sanitation worker for La Mesa Disposal. His commitment to his work was unwavering, reflecting the strength and resilience of his character. His colleagues at La Mesa Disposal will remember him not only for his dedication but also for his friendly and gentle nature, always ready with a kind word or a helping hand.

Maurice had a zest for life that extended beyond his professional commitments. He had a passion for playing cards and dominos, often spending his free time engaged in friendly competition with his friends and family. His love for these games was only matched by his passion for gospel music, which he would often be heard humming while going about his day. A devoted fan of the Tennessee Titans, he never missed a game and his enthusiasm for football was infectious.

Maurice's legacy will be remembered not just in his professional accomplishments, but also in the joy he derived from life's simple pleasures. His love for games, music, and sports was a testament to his belief in enjoying life to the fullest. His friendly nature, gentle spirit, and kindness will be missed by all who knew him. In memory of Maurice Williams, Sr., let us remember a man who lived his life with unwavering dedication to his work, a love for his interests, and a heart full of kindness. His life was a testament to the power of hard work, the joy of simple pleasures, and the enduring value of kindness. His spirit will live on in the memories of those who knew him and loved him. Maurice Williams, Sr. will be deeply missed.

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Beyond her professional commitments, Margaret's interests were centered around her family and friends. Her home was an open door to friends and family, where laughter, love, and good food were always abundant. She was a friend to all, and her kindness and generosity of spirit left a lasting impact on everyone she met.

Margaret was preceded by her beloved husband, David. She is survived and will be deeply missed by her daughters; Gwen Coleman, Dorothy Odum, Cynthia Odum, and Sharon Sumpter (Jerry), grandchildren; Shayla Garcia, David Odum, Tyshawn Odum, Morriss Biglow, and Caleb Sumpter, and great-grandson Kayden Garcia, who will all miss her love and warmth.

Those who knew Margaret will remember her as a woman of immense kindness. She was a person who put others before herself, a trait that shined through in every aspect of her life. She was a pillar of her community and a beacon of light to her family. In remembering Margaret, we celebrate a life spent in service to others, a life filled with love and kindness. She was a woman of grace and dignity, a loving mother, a devoted wife, and a cherished grandmother. Her memory will forever be a guiding light for her family and all those who knew her. Margaret Ann Odum, a woman of extraordinary love and kindness, will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

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Adding to the cultural weight to the celebration, Land and other community activists issued a proclamation, offered samplings of poetry, gave shoutouts to hip-hop history, and

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Nationwide, only 65 percent of Hispanics and 71 percent of Blacks have internet service of any kind in their homes, compared to 80 percent of whites. The “digital divide” for Black Americans is equally pronounced in urban and rural areas. Urban whites are more than twice as likely to have high speed internet than urban Blacks. In the rural South, the same split is 77 percent to 62 percent.

The need for high-speed internet access will only continue to grow in coming years. Studies already show a correlation between broadband

appealed to the audience to become politically engaged champions of peace.

Continued from page 8 the artists in Sacramento are a tribute to the innovation and foresight they brought to the culture. RIAA is a trade organization that supports and protects the rights of artists and music labels in the US.

“This is a time of celebration and reflection,” stated Land, who is also the co-founder of the Anti-Violence, Safety, and Accountability Project (ASAP). “We acknowledge the monumental achievements of West Coast artists and also reflect on the effect of unresolved trauma and violence in the Culture.”

access and household income, and experts suggest that bridging the digital divide will promote social mobility and economic equality. As the economy continues to modernize, the need for digital skills will only increase.

State lawmakers around the country have an opportunity to build that bridge, including in my home state in Florida where an estimated 508,000 Blacks and 641,000 Hispanics lack access to high-speed internet.

The federal Broadband, Equity, Access, and

has reported a new Omicron subvariant variant, EG.5 or “Eris,” that accounts for the spike in COVID cases in the US and China. EG.5, dubbed the “variant of interest” by WHO, is being monitored for mutations that could be more severe. “[EG.5] has the ability to infect everyone, even those who have been vaccinated,” said Dr. Robinson.

Dr. Jerome Robinson continues to warn against crowded spaces, especially enclosed spaces like theaters and restaurants. This is especially true for those over 65, as this specific demographic is experiencing the most COVID-related deaths.

So, what should you do in regard to the bivalent and the other upcoming vaccinations?

“Wait on the upcoming vaccination,” Dr. Robinson suggests. “In the meantime, those who haven’t had the bivalent vaccination are most at risk.” Dr. Robinson reminds San Diego that it’ll take at least 2 weeks before you start building antibodies after receiving the COVID vaccinations, so being cautious is crucial.

In the most recent BMWU meeting on August 22, Dr. Robinson reminded everyone that the univalent vaccination will roll out sometime between late September and early October. The RSV vaccination has also been approved and will become available between mid to late September. If you’re planning to get the flu shot, univalent vaccination and the RSV vaccination Dr. Robinson strongly suggests waiting to get the RSV after receiving the flu and COVID shots as the antibody response may not be as effective.

Deployment (BEAD) program will distribute $42.5 billion to states to promote highspeed internet access through a variety of measures. In addition to improving broadband infrastructure, the funding — which is expected to be distributed in 2024 or 2025 — will be put toward making high-speed internet more affordable and easier to access where the infrastructure already exists.

If my home state is any measure, it is vitally important for state leaders to take action at a time when many do not share in some of the

nation’s economic success.

State leaders across the U.S. have a sudden federal windfall to confront an inequity – the digital divide – that is deepening social and economic challenges. They must move now to quickly deliver these resources to the communities that need them most – those that have been excluded too long.

Rev. Dr. R. B. Holmes, Jr., is the pastor of Tallahassee, Florida’s historic Bethel Missionary Baptist Church.