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Kamala Harris Weighs 2028 Run as Democratic Field Begins to Take Shape
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is leaving the door open to another run for the White House, telling a packed audience of Black voters that she is “thinking about”…
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Pastor K.W. Tulloss Leads New Coalition Mobilizing Faith Leaders for Policy and Protest Statewide
A New York–based faith and social justice organization is planting roots in Los Angeles, aiming to galvanize clergy and…
Tamela Mann Makes Gospel History
Grammy Award-winning recording artist Tamela Mann has earned her 13th career No. 1 single as “Live Breathe Fight” tops…
Jamal Bryant Ends Target Boycott Campaign — Not Everyone Is Ready to Move On
After a year of economic pressure and national attention, Pastor Jamal Bryant says the boycott against Target has reached…
Faith and Power Converge as United Faith Coalition Mobilizes Churches to Champion South L.A
The United Faith Coalition (UFC)—a collective of faith leaders and community advocates dedicated to advancing equity, civic engagement, and community…
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State of Black California: New Data Shows Black Californians Falling Behind as Leaders Convene at UCLA to Confront Crisis
New data showing rising unemployment and widening economic gaps for Black Californians framed a statewide conference at UCLA, where more than 200 advocates, policymakers, elected officials, scholars, entertainers and community leaders gathered to examine the conditions facing Black Californians and to push solutions for a thriving Black California. Hosted by the UCLA Ralph J. Bunche Center for African…
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Bonta and Weber Pierson Lead on State Health Policy as Disparities Persist
Nearly 6 in 10 Californians delayed or skipped medical care in the past year because of cost, and 4 in 10 reported their conditions worsened as a result — trends that disproportionately affect communities already facing disparities, including Black Californians. Black Californians have the shortest life expectancy in the state — about 74.6 years compared to more than…
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Do You Know How Much Sugar Is in Your Drink? Sen. Weber’s Bill Will Require Restaurants to Let You Know
On April 8, Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D-San Diego) introduced a public health bill that would require chain restaurants to include warning labels on their menus for beverages with high sugar content. Senate Bill (SB) 869 requires chain restaurants with 20-plus locations to display a specific, visible “factual warning statement” for beverages containing 50% or more of the…
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California Sees Surge in Gas Prices, Igniting Fresh Political Blame Game
California drivers are once again paying the highest prices at the pump in the nation, setting off a renewed clash between Democrats and Republicans over who is responsible — and what should be done. The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in California hovered around $5.90 this week, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA), roughly…
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Democratic Poll Shows GOP Leading in Crowded Governor’s Race, Raising Concerns Over Split Vote
A new internal tracking poll released by the California Democratic Party shows Republicans outpacing a crowded slate of Democratic candidates in the 2026 governor’s race, underscoring growing concerns that a divided field could open the door to an unexpected primary outcome. Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco and businessman Steve Hilton are tied at 14% among likely voters, according to the…
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