Study Reveals Shifts in Economic Mobility for Black and White Americans
Endorses Landmark Reparations Effort
In the lengthy journey to acknowledge and rectify ongoing injustices rooted in California’s history with slavery, the San Diego City Council voted 8-0 to support the California Legislative Black Caucus’s (CLBC) Reparation bill package.
The National Museum of African American History & Culture will explore writer and civil rights activist James Baldwin’s life and works in a series of online poetry workshops. Baldwin was a leading commentator on African American life and race who used his literary talent to challenge bigotry and homophobia. Born in Harlem in 1924 to Emma Berdis Jones and strict Baptist preacher David Baldwin, Baldwin took on significant family responsibilities as the eldest of nine. Between the ages of fourteen and seventeen, Baldwin became a preacher at the Fireside Pentecostal Assembly, where he developed a celebrated preaching style. His brief teenage preaching stint deeply influenced his writing and views on religion.
Baldwin attended Frederick Douglass Junior High and DeWitt Clinton High School, where he began his literary career. After high
“We must continue to address the disparities and repair the harm caused by the cruel and inequitable treatment that stemmed from Slavery,” said District 4 Councilmember Henry Foster, who brought the item forward to council.
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school, he worked various jobs and played guitar in Greenwich Village while writing. Meeting Richard Wright in 1944, Baldwin gained a fellowship that enabled him to move to Paris in 1948 to escape racial and sexual discrimination in the U.S.
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By Bo Tefu and Antonio Ray Harvey
Calif. Supreme Court Concurs: Racial Slurs Can Be Considered Harassment
The California Supreme Court reinstated a racial discrimination lawsuit filed by a Black woman in the San Francisco Attorney’s Office after a coworker used a racist slur against her.
direct power rather than repeated harassment or retaliation.
Twanda Bailey filed the lawsuit arguing that a human resources manager mocked her stating that the worker's compensation she claimed was not a “real issue.”
Bailey worked as an investigative assistant at the DA’s office when she sued the city in 2015. A Superior Court and appellate court ruled against her. The courts argued that the incident did not meet the legal bar for discriminatory conduct.
The court says its decision was based on a single reported incident from a coworker with no
However, the California State Supreme Court revisited the case and overturned the appeals court ruling. The new ruling obligates the judges to reconsider the lawsuit in the context of broader office relationships rather than an isolated incident when a racial slur was used against Bailey. Justice Kelli Evans acknowledged the historical context of the racial slur in a unanimous decision by the court judges.
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Snoop Dogg Has Exploded On The Olympics’ Global Stage
By Jonathan Landrum Jr. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Decked out in a custom-made, Noah Lyles-themed USA sweatsuit, the ultra-smooth entertainer glided past adoring fans with flashing phone cameras into the Musee de l’Homme.
OK, the show can start — Snoop has arrived. Literally. At the Paris Games, grand entrances have become the norm in Snoop’s spectacular Olympic life.
“When the lights are on, that’s when I shine the best,” he told The Associated Press after returning from watching Lyles’ historic victory in the 100-meter sprint and filming a primetime segment with Mike Tirico and Stewart, a surprise guest.
“This opportunity was nothing but a chance for me to show the world what it’s supposed to look like when you put the right person in the right environment,” Snoop said.
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THE BLACK PRESS, THE BLACK VOTE AND MEDIA DOLLARS
By Dr. John E. Warren PUBLISHER,
This November, in addition to the Presidential election, there are thousands of political campaigns in motion. Those running for office will vary from local school boards and city council races to county, state and national offices such as Congressional seats and the U.S. Senate. This is a time when the nation is being told that every vote counts. Billions of dollars will be spent to get out the vote. Most of that will go to radio, television, and social media platforms. Already there is much radio and television emphasis on the Latino vote and concern about the Arabic vote sitting
out the election because of their anger over the Israeli / Palestinian conflict. Already, the Black vote is being taken for granted because the Presidential candidate is Black and Black people have demonstrated commitment in dollars and volunteers.
All this being said, the usual trend has been for political campaigns, with a few exceptions, to put their dollars into other markets assuming the Black vote is “in the bag”. SPOILER ALERT! Black support does not excuse the need to spend dollars in the Black political marketplace. While we know the Vice President has always been a supporter of the Black Press in all her political campaigns, the Democratic National Committee has not. However, in all fairness, there was a 1.5 million dollar commitment made to the Black Press by the Biden/ Harris Campaign before Vice President Harris replaced President Biden on the ticket.
For all those running for office that are not a part of that commitment, this is a reminder that wherever Black votes are, it is a “Battleground” location for the Black vote. The Black Press as the trusted messenger for over 197 years, remains the key to that vote. The Black Press is no longer “Your Grandpa’s newspaper”. We are digital, we are social media, we are print, we are podcast as well as radio and television. We must be included in the billions of dollars about to be spent.
The real measure of respect for our vote can be found in the paraphrased statement, “where the heart is, the dollars are also”. The Black vote requires the Black Press and the Black Press, with all love and respect, requires inclusion on campaign dollar expenditures in support of the Black vote.
TRACKING DISCRIMINATION IN HEALTHCARE: A CALIFORNIA IMPERATIVE
By Rhonda Smith
Having spent more than 25 years advocating for equitable healthcare, I’ve listened to countless stories from individuals whose lives have been forever changed by the historic inequities that exist within our healthcare system.
I’ve heard mothers share their heartbreak over traumatic birth experiences and outcomes, and families recount the devastating complications from surgeries. These stories, though deeply personal, often feel like whispers lost in the wind because our current data doesn’t capture the full picture. We know that racism impacts the type of care and quality of care, but without demographic data, we can’t fully understand or address these issues. It’s crucial that we find a way to connect these personal stories to the larger narrative of healthcare equity, ensuring that every patient’s experience is acknowledged, and that there’s transparency and accountability, so that every community’s needs are addressed.
For communities of color, racism in the healthcare system can have a devastating impact, affecting not only the quality of care that patients receive but also their overall well-being. Research shows that these communities experience higher rates of patient adverse events — incidents that cause permanent harm, necessitate lifesaving interventions, or potentially lead to death at greater frequencies than White patients. Disturbingly, these trends disproportionately impact Black women and other communities of color.
A recent Kaiser Family Foundation survey found that a third of Americans see racism as a major problem in health care, compared to over half (52%) of Black people surveyed. Disparities in maternal health outcomes and overall distrust of the medical system are historic and well-documented. According to the California Health Care Foundation’s “Listening to Black Californians” research report, nearly one-third of Black Californians say they have been treated poorly by healthcare providers just because of their race or ethnicity. Additionally, a significant number of Black Californians overall (38%) and of Black women in particular (47%) say there has been a time when a provider did not treat their pain adequately.
While we know this to be true, right now, no demographic information is collected for patients who experience things like negative birth outcomes, surgery complications, patient safety events, or other adverse experiences in hospital settings. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) tracks these events, but doesn’t collect information like the age, race or gender of these patients. As a result, the state doesn’t know who is suffering the most from these avoidable mistakes, and therefore how to prevent them from happening in the future.
This is why we are working in partnership with the California Pan Ethnic Health Network (CPEHN), Black Women for Wellness Action Project, and the office of Assemblymember Mia Bonta (D-Oakland) to advance Assembly Bill (AB) 3161, legislation that will seek to collect demographic data on patient complaints and safety incidents. It is our hope that a bill that collects this important demographic data can be a step toward in capturing evidence-based data on racial bias trends in California’s healthcare system and the impact they have on the safety, health, and well-being of patients.
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KAMALA HARRIS DEFINITELY EARNED IT (DEI)
By Dr. Julianne Malveaux
Vice President Kamala Harris has a political career that is classic textbook. She leveraged her legal training at the University of California into a position in the District Attorney’s office. Then she ran for San Francisco District Attorney, beating the incumbent in a runoff election. She came out on top of a crowded Democratic primary for California Attorney General, and narrowly defeated her Republican opponent for the office in 2010.
She overwhelmingly beat her Republican opponent when she ran for re-election in 2014. When she ran for the United States Senate in 2016, she garnered twice as many votes as the next-highest vote getter, and in the final election earned mor than 60 percent of the vote.
The Vice-President’s electoral history is well-know, and I recount it for a reason. Kamala Harris earned increasing responsibility by running for office and winning. There is no diversity, equity and inclusion in electoral politics. The only way you move up is to get more votes than your opponent. If there is any DEI in the Harris record, it’s Definitely Earned It
Tennessee Congressman Tim Burchett made headlines by describing our Vice-President as a “DEI hire”, describing her as “checking all the boxes”. Her electoral record refutes that fact. The Vice President didn’t just drop out of a coconut tree, to paraphrase her. She has worked for every office she has earned. To be sure, she was selected to serve as President Biden’s running mate. But she would not have been selected had she not been elected so many times.
If the rabid Republicans stuck to describing our Vice President and presumptive Democratic presidential nominee as DEI, that would be an ill-placed slur. But former President Trump and his equally woman hating Vice President have stooped even lower, describing our Vice President as “garbage”, ‘bum” and “crazy.”
Throw a little “San ‘Francisco liberal” in there to complete the predictable cocktail of slurs and attacks. No one is surprised by the Trump slurs, as the former President is amazingly consistent in his approach to his opponents. Indeed, the inarticulate nature of his slurs leads one to question his mental competency and suggest that he be tested for his comprehension. One wonders how his verbal vomit will survive any international negotiations.
Trump’s Vice presidential nominee JD Vance has the same relationship with truth as his boss, Mr. Trump, does. In making his case against “childless cat ladies”, he accuses Democrats, including Vice President Harris, of being “anti-family”, but it is Democrats that have advocated pro family policies, including the child tax credit that would lift millions of children out of poverty. Like Trump, Vance does not mind telling outright lies.
Kamala Harris is used to the lies, the slurs, the white male disdain. She’s had to deal with that through much of her career, as most women in power have. Trump is an expert at disparaging women, attacking their looks (Carly Fiorina, E. Jean Carroll), their clothing (Nicky Haley), their mental acuity (Nancy Pelosi) and more. All I say to these rabid Republicans is, ”bring it”. Vice President Kamala Devi Harris is time enough for you. Mr. Vance has described the Harris candidacy as a “gut punch” to the Trump-Vance ticket.
Instead of campaigning against a Biden they’d described as “old” and feeble, they’ve got an opponent who is young, energetic and vital. Instead of debating the Biden who failed to challenge Trump on his incessant lies in the late June debate, he will be debating the prosecutor who sliced and diced Brett Kavanaugh during his Supreme Court confirmation hearing. Vice President Harris is not a gut punch, she is a knockout punch. She has definitely earned the nomination of her party, and indeed the presidency.
DEI, indeed! Definitely earned it!
Dr. Julianne Malveaux, a DC based economist and author, is a columnist for the Trice Edney News Wire.
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Notable Black Women Olympists in Paris 2024 Games
First Black Woman To Earn An Individual Medal In Women's Fencing
ABC News reports Lauren Scruggs, a star fencer and rising Harvard senior, made history at the 2024 Paris Olympics by becoming the first Black American wom-an to win an individual fencing medal. Although she lost the gold medal match to fellow American Lee Kiefer with a score of 15-6, Scruggs’ silver medal was a landmark achievement, highlighting her as part of the first American women to secure both gold and silver in individual foil fencing.
Known for her fencing prow ess and as a mentor with the Peter Westbrook Foundation, Scruggs hopes her success will inspire greater Black participation in the sport and challenge existing stereotypes. Her achieve ment also marked the first time American women won both gold and silver in the individ ual foil event.
Lynnzee Brown Breaks
Mae Williams was
Lucy was educated in San Diego, California. She graduated from San Diego High School in 1962. She then went on to study at San Jose
As reported by NBC News, the U.S. women's gymnastics team reclaimed gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking their fourth team gold since 1996. Led by Simone Biles, who solidified her status as the most decorated American gymnast with eight Olympic medals, the team outperformed Italy (silver) and Brazil (bronze), which earned its first Olympic team medal.
Simone Biles has become the most decorated Olympic
gymnast in American history, winning her eighth career Olympic medal after Team USA clinched gold in the women’s team competition at the Paris Olympics. Despite a calf injury, Biles delivered a stellar performance across all events in the team finals.
With this latest achievement, she surpassed the record she previously shared with Shannon Miller, adding to her impressive collection of four gold, one silver, and two bronze Olympic medals, as well as 30 World Championship medals.
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Lynnzee Brown, assistant coach for Penn State women’s gymnastics, made history as the first Haitian gymnast to compete in the Olympics during the Paris 2024 Games. She achieved a personal best all-around score of 48.832 in the qualification round, with strong performances across all events.
Brown, who earned her Olympic spot through a universality place, will return to Penn State after the Games to continue her coaching role. Her first year as an assistant coach was marked by Penn State’s successful 2024 season, where the team reached the NCAA Regional Final and Brown’s coaching staff was named the North East Region’s Assistant Coaching Staff of the Year.
By Jenna Fryer
Gabby Thomas blazed her way to an easy win in the 200 meters — and beat 100meter winner Julien Alfred, who earned silver and now owns the only two medals in her country’s history. American sprinter Brittany Brown was third.
Thomas finished in 21.83 seconds to add a gold to the bronze she took home in the event from Tokyo three years ago. The 27-year-old Harvard graduate, who has a Masters in public health, took the lead for good at the curve and was never challenged in the final stretch. She grabbed her head with both hands after winning.
May Time Soften Your Pain
In times of darkness, love sees… In times of silence, love hears... In times of doubt, love hopes… In times of sorrow, love heals... And in all times, love remembers. May time soften the pain Until all that remains Is the warmth of the memories And the love.
Lucy
born on March 5, 1943 to the late Square Williams and Carrie Charles in Gould, Arkansas. She gained her wings on July 23, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas.
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STUDY
First published by the Harvard Gazette and researched by Raj Chetty, Crystal S. Yang, and Will Dobbie of Harvard University, Benjamin Goldman of Cornell University, and Sonya R. Porter of the U.S. Census Bureau, the study revealed that for white children born between 1978 and 1992, earnings increased for those from high-income families. Still, they decreased for those from low-income families, resulting in a 30% increase in earnings gaps by parental income. Conversely, earnings for Black children increased at all parental income levels, reducing the earnings gap between low-income Black and white children by 30%.
The researchers observed similar trends in non-monetary outcomes such as educational attainment, standardized test scores, and mortality rates. For example, the white class gap in early adulthood mortality more than doubled, while the white-Black race gap in early adulthood mortality decreased by 77%.
Economic mobility fell the most for low-income white families in the Great Plains and coastal
reparations
San Diego County has close ties to the reparations movement in California.
Home to over 200,000 Black Californians, native leaders such as Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber, District 4 Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe, and Assembly Member Dr. Akilah Weber (D-79) have played crucial roles in the multi-year development of a reparations bill package. This specific package consists of 14 “priority” bills designed to address systemic issues in education, civil rights, criminal justice reform, health, and business for Californians who are descendants of chattel slavery.
“When you have done harm, it is your responsibility to apologize, and to then create rules and regulations and laws so that it never happens again,” said Secretary Weber.
The bills are backed by lengthy research and compiled evidence on how the impact of 350 years of enslavement continues to carry into the political, legal, health, financial, educational, and environmental framework of Black American lives.
“The African American story in the United States is marked by repeated failed promises to right the wrongs of the past—both distant and recent— and failure to acknowledge and take responsi-
PLAYBACK
“We conclude that an isolated act of harassment may be actionable if it is sufficiently severe in light of the totality of the circumstances, and that a coworker’s use of an unambiguous racial epithet, such as the N-word, may be found to suffice,” wrote Justice Evans in the court ruling.
Bailey claimed that the coworker who used the racial slur had a track record of mistreating Black women.
A week later, Bailey’s coworkers denied the claim and a supervisor failed to file a formal complaint about the incident with HR management. The HR officer, Evette Taylor-Monachino, refused to file a complaint that would escalate the issue and accused Bailey of creating a hostile work environment for the accused coworker.
Attorney Gen. Bonta Human Trafficking Taskforce Recovers Victims at San Diego Comic-Con Convention
A human trafficking sting spearheaded by the San
BALDWIN
Baldwin lived in France, Turkey, and the South of France, frequently returning to the U.S. His work, impacted by the 1960s’ violence and political turmoil, includes notable titles like Giovanni’s Room (1956), The Fire Next Time (1963), If Beale Street Could Talk (1974), The Price of the Ticket (1985), and I am Not Your Negro (2017). Baldwin settled in St. Paul de Vence, France, where he continued writing until
areas, regions with relatively high mobility rates for the 1978 birth cohort. By the 1992 cohort, these areas had levels of economic mobility comparable to the Southeast and industrial Midwest, which had low levels of mobility for all cohorts. Meanwhile, economic mobility for low-income Black families increased sharply in the Southeast and the industrial Midwest, with modest changes on the coasts. Despite these improvements, low-income Black families still had significantly lower levels of economic mobility compared to their white counterparts in most regions.
The study attributes these divergent trends to changes in childhood environments, particularly parental employment rates within local communities defined by race, class, and childhood county. Researchers found that outcomes improved across birth cohorts for children who grew up in communities with increasing parental employment rates, with more significant effects for children who moved to such communities at younger ages.
“This is the first big data study to look at recent changes in economic opportunity within the same place over time,” said Goldman, a research affiliate with Opportunity Insights. “And what we see are shrinking race gaps and growing class gaps.”
bility for the structural racism that perpetuated these harms,” the Executive Summary of the California Reparations Report states.
The nation has never formally invested in the topic of reparations nor apologized for its role in perpetuating its lasting impact, officials at the meeting expressed.
“After many efforts I decided California should take the lead as we usually do,” said Dr. Weber, who authored the first bill AB3121 to initiate the task force on reparations in 2020.
Although the set of bills is still in the early stages, the resolution signed by the city demonstrates San Diego's support for advancing the bills through the state legislature.
UC Berkeley survey studies show that while the majority of California voters are against cash payments, most agree that Black Californians continue to be affected by the legacy of slavery today.
“I want to be clear that reparations are not only about financial compensation, they represent a tangible acknowledgement of the profound wrongs inflicted on descendants, and a commitment to healing and justice,” said Supervisor Montgomery Steppe.
“Supporting this year’s reparations package is pivotal to the moral and ethical foundations of our city,” said Supervisor Montgomery Steppe.
Diego Human Trafficking Taskforce (SDHTTF) resulted in 14 arrests and the recovery of 10 victims attending the Comic-Con Convention, authorities stated on July 30.
Attorney General Rob Bonta appointed the SDHTTF to recover victims of sex trafficking and target sex buyers that use the San Diego ComicCon Convention to seek out potential victims. A 16-year-old girl was found among the victims during the sting operation.
The Comic-Con convention has gained international recognition as one of the largest comic book and pop culture events attracting more than 100,000 attendees to San Diego annually.
Bonta said the sting operation was a step in the right direction and served as a warning to sex buyers and potential perpetrators. The task force implemented a three-day sting operation from July 25 through the 27 with law enforcement personnel working as undercover sex buyers to identify and contact potential victims and arrest their traffickers.
“Unfortunately, sex traffickers capitalize on largescale events such as Comic-Con to exploit their victims for profit,” said Bonta. “These arrests send a clear message to potential offenders that their
his death from stomach cancer in 1987. He was buried in New York, remembered for his profound insights into race, sexuality, and American society.
Online Program to Come: Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 12:00pm to 1:00pm; 6.00pm to 7:00pm
Poetry Workshop: James Baldwin – To Whom Much is Given Free Registration required; nmaahc.si.edu/events.
The findings suggest that community changes in one generation can propagate to the next, generating rapid changes in economic mobility. The outcomes for children were most strongly related to parents’ employment rates within their own birth cohort, indicating the role of social interactions in mediating economic opportunities.
The study also places current trends in the context of historical factors such as slavery, Jim Crow laws, redlining in credit markets, and the migration of Black Americans from the South to the North. These historical influences continue to impact present-day economic mobility.
“This work reinforces the importance of childhood communities for outcomes in adulthood, consistent with our prior findings,” said Chetty, co-founder and director of Opportunity Insights.
“But it shows that it is possible for these communities to change rapidly—within a decade — in a way that has significant causal effects on children’s long-term outcomes.”
The analysis, drawn from 40 years of tax and Census records, included 57 million Americans born between 1978 and 1992. The researchers used anonymized records provided by the federal government to compare earnings at age 27
Here are the bills at a glance:
EDUCATION:
1. AB 1929: Aims to boost career technical education by setting up a grant program to get more descendants enrolled in STEM-related programs in high schools and colleges.
2. AB 3131: Career education financial aid for redlined communities.
CIVIL RIGHTS:
3. AB 3080: Issue a formal apology for human rights violations and crimes against humanity on african slaves and their descendants.
4. AB 1815: Introduced by Asm. Weber, prohibits discrimination based on natural and protective hairstyles in competitive sports.
5. SB 1050: Restore property taken during racebased uses of eminent domain.
6. California Constitutional Amendment 7: Proposes changes to the California Constitution—enable state funding for programs that boost life expectancy, improve educational outcomes, and reduce poverty for specific groups based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, or marginalized genders, sexes, or sexual orientations.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM:
7. California Constitutional Amendment 8:
criminal behavior will not be tolerated.
U.C.’s First Black President Michal V. Drake Announces Retirement
The president of the University of California Dr. Michael V. Drake announced last week that he will step down this academic year, after five years of leading the nation’s largest public university.
Drake, 74, served as the university’s first Black president in the system’s 150-year history. The UC system enrolls approximately 300,000 students. During his time of service, he led the university through the COVID-19 pandemic, labor strikes, and campus protests.
In his farewell letter, Drake said that serving in the leadership role was, “the honor of a lifetime.”
“At every turn, I have sought to listen to those I served, to uphold our shared UC values, and to do all I could to leave this institution in better shape than it was before.” he said.
Drake secured a budget increase of 5% annually over five years from the state. The state funding helped the 10-campus university system
with socioeconomic factors from childhood. The study found that Black millennials fared better than Black Gen Xers, with individuals born in 1978 to low-income families averaging $19,420 per year in early adulthood compared to an inflation-adjusted $21,030 for poorer members of the 1992 cohort.
Meanwhile, white Gen Xers from poorer families averaged $27,680 per year versus $26,150 for their millennial peers. The gap between the poorest and richest white people ballooned by 28% over the same period as those born at the top watched their fortunes climb.
Results varied widely by region, with Black Americans making the most significant strides in the Southeast and Midwest, areas traditionally associated with high rates of Black poverty. For example, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, poor Black children born in 1992 earned $4,700 more at age 27 than those born there in 1978, according to co-author Will Dobbie, a professor of public policy at Harvard Kennedy School.
The researchers also found that moving to areas with solid parental employment was associated with higher earnings in early adulthood, especially for those who moved before age 10.
Amends California Constitution to prohibit involuntary servitude for incarcerated persons.
8. AB 1986: Seeks to end practice of book banning without oversight in california jails.
9. AB 2064: Funds community-driven solutions to reduce violence in African American communities, at the family, school, and neighborhood levels.
10. AB 280: Restricts use of solitary confinement within CDCR.
HEALTH:
11. AB 1975: Makes medically supportive food and nutrition interventions a permanent part of Medi-Cal benefits.
12. SB 1089: Addresses food insecurity by making it a requirement to inform community stakeholders before the closure of a major grocery store.
BUSINESS:
13. AB 2862: removes barriers to licensure for individuals with criminal records, prioritizes African American applicants, particularly descendants, seeking occupational licenses.
To learn more about each of these bills visit: https://blackcaucus.legislature.ca.gov/2024reparations-legislative-package
increase enrollment and make college more accessible to underrepresented students.
California Provides $133 Million for Behavioral Health Bridge Housing
The state has provided $132.5 million to 10 county behavioral health agencies that are part of the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing (BHBH) Program under the Department of Health Care Services. With state funding, counties can offer temporary safe housing and support services for homeless people transitioning to permanent housing.
The bridge housing program helps local governments address the homelessness crisis and provide services for people dealing with mental health or substance use disorders.
The state has partnered with nine counties to implement the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment Act as part of the CARE Court program. The program provides health service plans and resources for people dealing with untreated psychosis.
Read the full story on www.sdvoice.info.
Snoop, 52, has become the star of the Paris Games, ascending to new heights with several memorable moments. He’s carried the Olympic torch, captivated audiences as NBC’s prime-time correspondent, swam with Michael Phelps, attended a U.S. women’s soccer game with Megan Rapinoe, danced with Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles, and cheered on Caeleb Dressel alongside the swimmer’s wife and son.
The rap icon is currently in his comfort zone. Snoop also has the Games’ most
in-demand souvenir: A Snoop Dogg pin, which shows him wearing a blue top while exhaling rings colored the same as the Olympics logo. He’s gifted one to tennis star Coco Gauff.
Meanwhile, Snoop has mastered the art of being himself in front of the television camera — even for a global audience.
“This is what I do. I do it every day. It’s me being me,” said the rapper.
Snoop’s presence in Paris is part of NBC’s bet to boost ratings by infusing coverage with pop culture. So far, the U.S. broadcaster’s strategy has worked, combined
with the star power from U.S. Olympians such as Biles, Katie Ledecky and Sha’Carri Richardson.
Snoop has come a long way since he broke through 30 years ago as part of the West Coast gangsta rap scene.
“No rapper ever did what I’m doing,” said Snoop, who first showed his on-camera commentary capabilities for his viral take on the Jake Paul-Nate Robinson boxing match in 2020.
“It’s limitations to the field that I come from,” he said. “Rappers aren’t supposed to do this. I tend to do the unthinkable.”
Poll Workers Needed For Presidential General Election
The Registrar of Voters is seeking poll workers for the November Presidential General Election, with a special focus on bilingual individuals fluent in Spanish, Filipino, Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, Japanese, Korean, Laotian, Somali, and Persian (Farsi and Dari).
Poll workers will be required to staff vote centers for up to 11 days, from October 26 to November 4, and on Election Day, November 5. The daily stipend is $145, increasing to $240 on Election Day, with an additional $5 to $10 for bilingual workers. Specific areas with high demand include Borrego Springs, Warner Springs, Boulevard, Descanso, Potrero, Campo, Pine Valley, Valley Center, and Pala.
What You Need to Know:
Responsibilities include assisting voters, managing vote center operations, and providing excellent customer service. Applicants must be 18, a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, registered to vote in California, own transportation, and attend a two-day paid training with a $95 daily stipend.The Registrar is seeking team players, strong leadership and customer service skills, and display flexibility, patience, and the highest level of integrity. Interested candidates can apply at sdvote.com or for more information, contact (858) 5655800 or email pollworker@sdcounty.ca.gov.
County Awarded $12.4 million to Establish New Recuperative Beds
County Behavioral Health Services has received $12.4 million in state funding to establish 49 new recuperative care beds for individuals experiencing homelessness with behavioral health con-
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ditions. This grant, part of the California Department of Health Care Services’ Behavioral Health Bridge Housing funding, will be used for operational and infrastructure costs.
The new beds will be situated in a County-owned facility and with community-based providers contracted by the County. This initiative aims to provide short-term recuperative care for those transitioning from hospitals, crisis units, jails, or institutions, offering a stable environment for recovery when traditional funding sources are insufficient or unavailable.
The funding is part of a competitive grant series, and County behavioral health agencies that had contracts for the initial funding round by April 10, 2024, were eligible for this additional support.
County Child Support Get Students Ready for New School Year
August 10, from
To mark Child Support Awareness Month, they will distribute hundreds of backpacks with school supplies to support families during the back-to-school season. The event, supported by donations from Child Support staff, businesses, and community organizations, aims to help families facing rising living costs.
In addition to the backpack giveaway, attendees can access various services including employment support from Equus Workforce Family Solutions and Jewish Family Service, parental training by Dads Corps, legal assistance from Family Law Facilitators, and pet adoption services from County Animal Services.
Child Support Services will also provide information on obtaining a high school diploma and highlight programs like Parents Invest in Education and Youth with Dreams.
City Council Approves Development in Hillcrest, University City Plans help address housing crisis, promote job growth, and implement climate and equity goals
On July 30, the San Diego City Council approved two major community planning updates: the University Community Plan Update and the Hillcrest Focused Plan Amendment.
The University Community Plan aims to add nearly 29,000 homes and create up to 72,000 jobs, while the Hillcrest Amendment seeks to add 17,200 homes and establish a cultural district celebrating LGBTQ+ history. Both updates support the Blueprint SD initiative, aligning with the Climate Action Plan by promoting transit-oriented development and enhancing infrastructure.
Ongoing updates are also being made for Clairemont, College Area, and Mid-City communities.
SDSU Center for Excellence in Aging & Longevity (CEAL) Webinar
The SDSU CEAL Healthy Longevity Webinar on Advance Care Planning titled "What Matters Most," is scheduled for August 22nd at 4:00 p.m. This session will provide essential tools for discussing and planning future medical care decisions.
Interested participants can register here, sdsu.zoom.us/webinar/ register/WN_SRcQF8QESKSz9tmSq0wTrA#/registration.
County Office of Veterans Affairs
Prepares for Annual Stand Down Event
The County’s Office of Military and Veterans Affairs (OMVA) is gearing up for the Veteran’s Village of San Diego’s Stand Down, set for August 9-11. This event will provide various resources and County services, including a new Landlord Hub to connect landlords with veterans holding rental vouchers. With 44 staff members, OMVA assists with VA claims, veteran license plates, tuition waivers, and property tax reductions. OMVA has multiple county offices and offers virtual services via Vet Connect. For help, call 1-866-726-8831 or visit the OMVA website.
On
9 a.m. to 1 p.m., County Child Support Services will host an event at 3666 Kearny Villa Road, San Diego.
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By Tihut Tamrat CONTRIBUTING WRITER
On Saturday, August 3rd, St. Stephens Cathedral Church of God in Christ hosted a mental health awareness event to raise funds through vendors and auctions for the youth of the REEL Teens Program. Although a small youth turnout, parents and pastors showed up for their kids to highlight the benefits of the program. REEL, which stands for Reaching, Engaging, Empowering, and Loving, is dedicated to providing a safe haven of love, support, and fun for teenagers while promoting Spiritual growth and service to the community.
The service started with director of “We Need to Talk” Men’s Health Forums and organizer of the event, Terry Robinson, addressing the need for mental health awareness in the black community, “We’re here today to understand [mental health] because we don’t like to talk about it.”
“Ironically, when I took a poll of the number one class [Men’s Health Forums] offered,
mental health was number one, so we’re here keeping this going,” continued Robinson.
Next up, Claude Bell, along with pianist and violinist, gave his appre ciation to the youth, and sang with extraordinary soulful grace that had people sing ing along while he belted notes that could give goosebumps for a year!
James Wiley Jr., Founder and President of REEL Teens program, gave an inspiring speech about the need for the continuation of the program, “We aim to
reach [our teenagers], engage them, empower them, and show them love that they would gravitate towards that would make them better people.”
“This is just a way to bring kids in from off the streets, to put them around loving and caring adults who can build relationships with them and disciple them,” urged Wiley.
Hornet Pastors William Terry and Chaplin Sylvia Galvez also spoke to invigorate youth on topics surrounding the importance of higher self-esteem, good health, and how crucial it is to self-regulate your anger.
After such influential and motivational words of wisdom, Deb Reynolds DINEO-BITE Links, Dogs, and Pies and Rick Farmer’s Meat Stall Barbeque provided delicious links and barbeque for everyone to indulge. Dresses were also auctioned off to give funds to keep the amazing work going.
By Tihut Tamrat CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Last weekend, on August 3rd and 4th, San Diego’s Urban Collaborative Project, a group dedicated to empowering local residents to identify neighborhood issues and address challenges together through resident-led projects partnered with organizations across San Diego and innovatively organized “Destination Joy!”, an artistic and joyful event on MTS Trolley cars all across Southeastern San Diego.
The sold out trolley show began in San Ysidro at the Iris Avenue Transit Center with the sound of joy through the art of song, instruments, and sounds of healing, stopping at the Chula Vista E Street Transit Center to depict the art of motion through yoga, art and breathwork meditation, and cultural forms of motion such as Bhakti, that changed the vibe and atmosphere of everyone in the trolley cars.
Next stop, National City at the 24th Street Transit Center to illustrate the expression of color through a fashion show and hip-hop breakdancing, before stopping at UC San Diego Park & Market to engage with those they picked up along the way over some sandwiches, beverages, and rock painting facilitated by Elie Kennedy. UC San Diego Park & Market also spoke on an array of resources such as an outdoor amphitheater, multiple gallery spaces filled with beautiful and interactive art,
a Digital Gym Cinema in which you can catch screenings and events such as these that embrace the community and create a collaborative atmosphere.
Last stop, Destination Joy! at Euclid Avenue Station and Jacobs Center in Southeastern San Diego for
Project, UC San Diego Park & Market, MTS, and many more, demonstrated their forms of art they provide, available to the community.
the finale of inspirational and informative speakers surrounding the topic of joy, and performances ranging from Soul Line Dancing to Jumpsquad619 Double Dutch, including an open mic, immersing local commuters in a weekend of art, culture, and community.
Meanwhile at the Trolley station activations, artists across different organizations and businesses such as Far South Border North, the Social Education Theatre, Grioneers, Inc., South Bay Community Services, Chula Vista Yoga Gardens, BLK BOX Gallery, Southeast Art Team, Mundo Gardens, David’s Harp Foundation, Vision Culture Foundation, the Homegrown
Lead conductor, Artist Khalil Bleux, spoke to his Joy conductors at the trolley line transition at UC San Diego Park & Market, “So many of us walked here today and didn’t notice our community members on the floor, the folx that are doing their best to live their lives to make home wherever they are. Those people are ours too.”
“We all have the power to disrupt the idea of that notion, circles like this, people like you, are the thing that changes that message [the disconnection, isolation, loneliness of homeless people] . It’s absurd to think that a group of people would gather just to share joy. But we are doing that today,” passionately shared Bleux, as he described the reason behind it all.
Destination Joy!, a harmonious fusion of health and the arts, Southeastern’s exhilarating public transportation system.
Lead conductor, Artist Khalil Bleux speaking to fellow Joy conductors.
JACKIE ROBINSON FAMILY YMCA
Sponsor and Donor Appreciation Luncheon
Voice & Viewpoint Staff
On July 31st, 2024 the Jackie Robison Family YMCA held a luncheon to appreciate their sponsors and donors. To welcome everyone, Dee Sanford, Chair of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Human Dignity Awards Breakfast, said a couple words of thanks and acknowledgement to those who have sponsored and donated to the Jackie Robinson
YMCA. Jackie Robinson campers quickly followed with a loud and cheerful Pledge of Allegiance, followed by an invocation given by Board Member Amos Johnson.
Dale Fleming, MLK Choir SD, led the National Black Anthem with a hearty and soulful tone that got everybody up and singing along before a prayer was given that commenced the delicious buffet that contained chicken, greens, and mac and cheese!
While guests ate, Pat Murray and Errrverybodi Line Dancers provided entertainment that got everybody dancing and grooving their food away.
Anna Arancibia, Executive Director of the
Jackie Robinson YMCA gave a few words about the Impact of the YMCA on the community followed by an informative speech given by
ber on the flood relief efforts the
Todd Tibbits, President & CEO of the YMCA of San Diego County, gave a few remarks on the impact of YMCA county wide with Robert Ito, Board Chair, following giving his thanks and acknowledgements to all the donors and sponsors.
Sanford concluded with a benediction, ending out the event with meaningful
Fred Sotelo Board Mem-
YMCA contributed.
words and plans to continue their impact on the community.
PHOTOS: Voice and Viewpoint
At podium: Board Member Amos Johnson
Anna Arancibia, Executive Director of Jackie Robinson Family YMCA.
By Jennifer Porter Gore
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INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Nollywood Aims To Become A Global Cultural Phenomenon
By Stephanie Busari CNN
As the third-largest film industry in the world by number of films produced annually, Nollywood has long been a significant cultural force within Africa.
The industry’s roots date back to the early 1990s, when enterprising filmmakers began producing low-budget, direct-to-video movies that resonated deeply with local audiences.
Over the years, Nollywood has evolved, embracing higher production values and more diverse narratives, capturing the attention of global audiences and streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon.
“It’s important to me that Nigerian and African stories are told in a way that is authentic to us”
–Toyosi Etim-Effiong
Global aspirations
Today, Nollywood is not just about entertainment; it’s about cultural representation and storytelling on a grand scale. “It’s time for the world to receive our stories and content,” says Toyosi Etim-Effiong, a key figure in the industry and founder of That Good Media talent management agency.
The global success of Afrobeats, with artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid and Davido achieving international acclaim, serves as both inspiration and a blueprint for Nollywood, says Ettim-Effiong, who has taken a delegation of Nollywood stars to the Essence Film Festival for the past three years.
“Afrobeats has done wonders for the continent, and I believe it’s time for more partnerships in the film and TV industry. Our stories have universal themes and unique cultural insights that resonate with audiences worldwide,” she told CNN at the Essence Festival held in New Orleans and now in its 30th year. Similarly, Nollywood aims to captivate global audiences, not just with entertainment but
also by sharing African culture and stories on a larger scale, Etim-Effiong adds.
Nollywood at the Essence Film Festival
The festival provided a prominent platform for Nollywood to showcase its potential and engage in meaningful dialogues about the industry’s future.
“It’s important to me that Nigerian and African stories are told in a way that is authentic to us,” Etim-Effiong says. “I facilitate opportunities like this where our stories, content, and key players can get a seat at the table … that way the rest of the world gets to know about us and we get to know how similar we are (to the rest of the world). Nollywood is open for partnerships.”
Pushing the boundaries
The industry is not just about its stars; it’s also about the innovative directors and producers pushing the boundaries of what Nollywood can achieve. Editi Effiong is one such individual, whose revenge thriller “The Black Book” has set new benchmarks for the industry.
Produced on a modest budget of $1 million (a record at the time for Nollywood) the movie soared to No. 3 on Netflix’s global film charts in 2023, garnering over 20 million views worldwide.
Idris Elba to direct ‘Dust to Dreams,’ upcoming film backed by Nigerian movie powerhouse Mo Abudu
“We spent time on the scripts, we spent about two years writing and preparing the script. Usually, Nollywood films are shot over two to three weeks. We shot this over four months,” he said.
Effiong’s success story exemplifies the new wave of Nollywood filmmakers who are not afraid to invest time and resources into creating high-quality productions that can compete on the global stage.
As Etim-Effiong of That Good Media puts it: “Nollywood has no shortage of talent and ambition and there’s so much development and investment going in right now. Our time has come.”
Tanzania Village to Be Built with 3D Printing Technology
By Tom Page CNN
In Kibaha, Tanzania, just west of the capital Dar es Salaam, a group of pioneering architects are set to build a new village with “earth printing” at its heart.
Created by architecture firms Hassell and ClarkeHopkinsClarke, alongside charity foundation One Heart, Hope Village has been designed to help and house children from across the country who have experienced hardship or unsafe home environments.
The village will offer schooling for up to 480 children, as well as accommodation, childcare and skills training for scores of vulnerable 3- to 18-year-old girls. Nearly 50 buildings are planned for the site, and the land purchased will also include areas for farming and livestock, sports and recreational areas.
The landmark building for Hope Village is its community center, a 3D-printed design that will serve as a school hall and cafeteria during the week and open to the wider community for events at weekends.
“We wanted to make sure that we’re able to create walls that could ventilate the building, but at the same time also bring in light,” said Hassell’s head of design and innovation, Xavier De Kestelier, in a video call with CNN.
Turning to 3D printing allowed for an open, “porous” wall design that has already been prototyped up to a height of 2 meters (6.6 feet) by Hassell’s partner, the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) in Barcelona, Spain.
The walls will be constructed using soil sourced from within 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) of the site, says Hassell, and contain a thin wire mesh between layers for reinforcement. The walls will not be load-bearing, as a metal structure will support the cantilevered roof that covers the walls and protects them from the elements. The roof will be made from short lengths of locally sourced timber, connected in an interlocking design on the ground before being raised up and “draped” over the frame like a fabric tent and finished with sheet metal, explained De Kestelier.
The Extraordinary Stats of Eliud Kipchoge
By Sean Coppack and Woojin Lee CNN
Eliud Kipchoge, the Kenyan distance running sensation, is often celebrated for his incredible achievements in marathon running. His journey to greatness is marked by numbers that highlight his dedication, discipline and talent. Here we delve into the stats that paint a picture of Kipchoge’s extraordinary lifestyle and career.
Training distances
Kipchoge runs an astounding 137 miles each week during his peak training periods. To put this into perspective, that's approximately the distance from Vienna, where he broke the 2-hour marathon barrier, to Budapest. Over a month, this amounts to around 550 miles which is equivalent to running from this summer's Olympic host city Paris to
Berlin, where Kipchoge broke the marathon world record in 2018.
Nutrition
To sustain his intense training regime, Kipchoge consumes approximately 2,300 calories per day which surprisingly, is about the amount needed by an average male. “We eat normal Kenyan food,” Kipchoge told CNN. “We eat potatoes, sweet beans, rice and ugali [a popular Kenyan carbohydrate made using maze flour and water]…we’re trying to eat normal but balanced food,” He says.
Record-breaking pace
When becoming the first person to run a sub 2-hour marathon, Kipchoge ran at an average pace of 4:34 per mile. That’s faster than even dedicated amateur runners can sustain for a single mile, let alone 26.2 miles (42.2 kilometers).
Maintaining this pace means Kipchoge was running at an average speed of approximately 13.1 miles per hour over the marathon.
Historic achievements
Kipchoge set the official marathon world record in Berlin 2018 with a time of 2:01:39, averaging a pace of 4 minutes 38 seconds per mile.
Kipchoge's 1:59:40 marathon in Vienna in 2019 was a historic moment. However, it was not recognized by World Athletics, because it was achieved with a rotating team of pacemakers and optimized weather conditions.
Impact on the sport
Kipchoge's dominance is highlighted by his incredible consistency, winning 11 out of the 15 marathon majors he has
Vernacular design, modern technology
Beyond shape, engineering durability is a key challenge when working with earth. Concrete is a resilient material that can endure the elements; earth less so. But De Kestelier insists that when it comes to 3D-printed architecture, “we don’t need to use more concrete,” and that more sustainable options are the future — when used correctly.
The cantilevered roof for the Tanzanian community center will be vital in protecting the walls from the eroding effect of rain, and Hassell said it was encouraged by a visit to the IAAC’s 2022 project TOVA, Spain’s first 3D-printed building made of earth. “These walls can actually last a very long time,” De Kestelier said.
Given the recency of the technology, some experts retain reservations over how 3Dprinted buildings will fare in the long term, while others have cited potential “legal gray areas” regarding building rules and regulations, which differ from country to country and are often highly localized. Even the engineer who pioneered 3D-printed construction told the New Yorker last year that “all the hype is not warranted.” Defenders of the technology meanwhile say it’s a fast and efficient way to build housing and other low-rise structures, at a time when even some of the most economically advanced nations are witnessing housing shortfalls.
Immediate legacy
The Hope Village project will be constructed with the 160,000-euro ($173,000) Crane WASP printing system that was used for both TOVA and TECLA.
“The plan is not just to use technology but to bring technology to the site in Tanzania and leave it there,” said De Kestelier. As part of the project’s commitment to community outreach and skills training, the constructors will teach locals how to use the printer so the community can construct further buildings in the future.
Work on the masterplan has begun, with housing already underway and construction of the community center expected to begin in early 2025.
Beyond his
and
ners worldwide. His mantra, “No human is limited” reflects his achievements and the statistics of a marathon legend.
run. He’s also won gold at both his Olympic appearances, in Rio and Tokyo.
numbers, Kipchoge's philosophy
mental fortitude inspire countless run -
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Mwanza Region, Tanzania. PHOTO: Pexels
PHOTO: Eliud Kipchoge via Facebook
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3371 Eton Greens Ct. Spring Valley, CA 91978 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A General Partnership The first day of business was: 08/13/2014 This business is hereby registered by the following: Laverne Mitchell 3371 Eton Greens Ct. Spring Valley, CA 91978 Levi Mitchell 3371 Eton Greens Ct. Spring Valley, CA
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Krystle Nicole Latoya Jones filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Krystle Nicole Latoya Jones
PROPOSED NAME: Krystle Nicole Latoya Marshall Jones
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 05, 2024 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
and
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: 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 7/25, 8/01, 8/08, 8/15
JUVENILE COURT OF MADISON COUNTY, ALABAMA
IN RE: M.S.B., a minor child
X.O.B., a minor child
NOTICE OF PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS
CASE NO:
JU-21-759.01
JU-21-760.01
PETITIONER: SANDRA BARNES, the mother
NOTICE TO: SOLOMON BARNES, the father
You are hereby given notice that a Petition has been filed by Sandra Barnes requesting that your parental rights be terminated with regard to M.S.B., a minor child born to Sandra Barnes on April 4, 2008, and in regard to X. 0. B., a minor child born to Sandra Barnes on November 28, 2009. You are hereby given notice that you are required to file an Answer with the Clerk of the Madison County, Alabama Juvenile Court and with the Petitioner's attorney, Camille E. Preston, 110 Southside Square, Ste. 2-C, Huntsville, AL 35801, within thirty (30) days from the date of last publication of this notice or a judgment by default may be entered against you. You are further notified of your right to have an attorney to represent you, and if you cannot afford to hire an attorney, one will be appointed by the Court to represent you in this proceeding. A final hearing is set for Thursday, September 26, 2024, at 9:00 a.m., before the Honorable Ron W. Smith, at the Madison County Courthouse, 100 Northside Square, Huntsville, Alabama 35801. You may appear at the hearing and contest the Petition if you choose. 7/25, 8/01, 8/08, 8/15
BLACK HISTORY
1866
MATHEW HENSON IS BORN
Matthew Henson, born August 8, 1866, in Maryland, began his career as a cabin boy and later joined Commander Robert Peary’s Arctic expeditions. He played a vital role in exploring the polar regions, learning Inuit customs and language, and contributing to their 1908-09 North Pole attempt. Although they did not reach the Pole, Henson's work was significant in Arctic exploration. He was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor in 1944, authored "A Negro Explorer at the North Pole" in 1912, and retired as a customs clerk in 1936. Henson passed away in 1955, was reburied in Arlington National Cemetery in 1988, and was honored with the U.S.N.S. Henson and the Hubbard Medal posthumously.
1907
BENNY CARTER IS BORN
1934
JULIAN DIXON IS BORN
Benny Carter (August 8, 1907 – July 12, 2003) was a pioneering American jazz musician known for his exceptional alto saxophone playing, composing, and arranging. Starting in New York, he played with major big bands and led his own before spending time in Europe. After settling in Los Angeles in 1945, he focused on film and TV music but continued performing jazz. Carter’s playing was noted for its purity and elegance, and his arrangements were acclaimed for their woodwind scoring. Key recordings include “Six or Seven Times” and “Further Definitions” (1961). He remained influential in jazz until his death and was awarded the National Medal of Arts in 2000.
BUSINESS NEWS
Julian Dixon, born August 8, 1934, in Washington, D.C., was a U.S. Congressman who represented California's 32nd district for twenty-two years. He was a strong advocate for education, labor, health care, environmental reform, and mass transit.
A dedicated civil rights supporter, Dixon worked with the NAACP and Urban League and backed the Martin Luther King Memorial project. He held key positions, including chairing the House Ethics Committee and the Democratic National Convention Rules Committee. Dixon passed away on December 8, 2000, and is commemorated in Los Angeles with several institutions named in his honor, such as the Julian Dixon Library and the Julian Dixon Institute for Cultural Studies.
Colin Kaepernick Raises $4M To Launch New AI Startup
Reported by Because of Them We Can, Former NFL player Colin Kaepernick has launched a new AI startup called Lumi, aimed at enhancing inclusivity in storytelling. Inspired by challenges he faced while scaling his media and publishing companies, Kaepernick identified how emerging AI technologies could address issues such as long production timelines, high costs, and lack of ownership for creators.
Kaepernick initially explored AI to aid in the creation of his children's book, which led him to recognize its broader potential for a new venture. Lumi is designed to provide creators with tools to "create, illustrate, publish, and monetize their ideas," thus democratizing the content creation process.
The platform seeks to overcome barriers that prevent many stories from being
shared by offering solutions for those without access to traditional publishing resources or who face skill gaps. Kaepernick believes Lumi will unlock a wealth of untold stories and diverse perspectives.
“The majority of the world’s stories never come to life. Most people don’t have access or inroads to publishers or platforms – or they may have a gap in their skillset that’s a barrier for them to be able to create. We’re going to see a whole new world of stories and perspectives,” said Kaepernick.
storytellers greater independence.
Lumi has secured $4 million in funding from Alexis Ohanian’s Seven Seven Six venture capital firm. The investment supports Kaepernick’s vision of making content creation more equitable and allowing
Kaepernick highlights that Lumi aims to reduce reliance on traditional gatekeepers, which often slow down creators. By fostering a platform where creators can work independently and choose their collaborations, Lumi seeks to cultivate a vibrant and diverse creative ecosystem.
DEI Trade Org Appoints Sandra Sims-Williams Board Chair
BRIDGE, the only independent DEI trade organization to serve the global marketing industry, announced on Wednesday July 24th, the appointment of Sandra SimsWilliams, Chief Business Inclusion, Impact and Belonging Officer of Nielsen, as Chair of its Board of Directors. Sims-Williams succeeds Jonita Wilson, former Chief Diversity Officer of Discover Financial, who
served as BRIDGE's founding Chair for the past two years. Wilson will assume the role of Chair Emeritus.
Founded in 2022, BRIDGE is a DEI, action-oriented, member-driven 501c6 trade group for the global marketing industry. Our mission is to move the narrative of DEI from philosophy to operationalizing Inclusion as a business practice for growth.
Members are brand marketers, agencies, media platforms and technology companies working at the intersection of DEI, marketing and business.
BRIDGE is an acronym for Belonging, Representation, Inclusion, Diversity, the G is for the Growth that results and E is for Equity which is our ultimate goal.
BRIDGE also announced an expansion of the Board of Directors adding six new members:
• Amy Horn, Customer Experience Evan-
gelist, AWS
• Shibani Potnis, VP Enterprise Marketing Excellence, Campbell's
• Tony Coles, President, Black Information Network, iHeartMedia
• T iffane Davis, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Michelin
• Joy Allen-Altimare, Global CMO, Saucony
• Danyelle Wright, VP, Chief Diversity Officer, The E.W. Scripps Company
"There is so much to be done to create productive, inclusive environments where all people can thrive. It's always people first, no matter where we are. Despite the overt attacks on our work, we will not be weary. We will continue to do what's right and help companies operationalize Inclusion and build equity for future generations to come," said Sims-Williams.
For more information about BRIDGE, please visit www.wearebridge.com or email at bridge@wearebridge.com.
ARTICLE CONTINUATION Healthcare:
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AB 3161 would require the collection of self-reported patient demographics when receiving complaints regarding hospitals and long-term care facilities. It will assist in compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and publishing trends of patient safety events. This bill would also require the publication of adverse event trends based on demographic data in a manner that is consistent with patient confidentiality.
Critics, such as the CDPH, have raised concerns over the cost of updating their forms to accommodate demographic
data collection. The department estimates the annual cost for updating, modifying or creating a new system for this demographic data collection could cost at least $1.6 million each year for the first two years.
While we appreciate the state’s estimate, the cost of doing nothing, when health and lives are at stake, is far greater.
Understanding and addressing health disparities is not just about statistics; it's about real people with real stories. By col -
lecting demographic data, we take a significant step toward true transparency and accountability in our healthcare system. This will allow us to see the full picture and make informed decisions that can save lives and improve the quality of care for all Californians. Let's ensure that every patient’s experience is acknowledged, and every community's needs are addressed, inclusive of their race or ethnicity.
Rhonda Smith is the Executive Director of the California Black Health Network.
PHOTO: Colin Kaepernick via X
PHOTO: Courtesy of BRIDGE
Rick Bregman President,
