As summer approaches in California, it is crucial to be aware of the escalating risks associated with the state’s climate, specifically the rising temperatures and dry conditions. The summer months in California are witnessing an increase in heat and aridity, bringing about various challenges such as wildfires, wildfire smoke, heat waves, power outages, and hazardous water conditions. It is important to acknowledge that these conditions disproportionately affect California’s most vulnerable populations.
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Supreme Court Shocks: The Impact of Striking Down Affirmative Action in College Admissions
On June 29, 2023, the US Supreme Court delivered a significant decision that struck down affirmative action in college admissions, sparking debates about its impact on equity and civil rights. The ruling prohibits colleges and universities from using race as a specific basis for granting admission, overturning long-standing precedent that has benefited Black and Latino students in higher education.
DHS Extends Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua, Providing Hope and Stability for Thousands
In a significant development, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations for El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua for a period of 18 months. This decision follows Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas’ announcement on June 13, 2023, to rescind the terminations of these designations from 2017 and 2018 and reinstate them for the same duration.
Unlocking the American Dream: USCIS Expands Grant Program to Empower Immigrants on the Path to Citizenship
Washington, D.C. – In an effort to promote the integration of immigrants into American society, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the expansion of the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program.
Tourism Surges Post-Pandemic — But Will the Trend Continue?
During the Covid-19 pandemic, the impact on the tourism industry was severe, with most countries implementing travel restrictions and lockdown measures to curb the spread of the virus. The United Nations estimates that the global tourism sector suffered a staggering $2 trillion in lost revenue in 2021 alone, highlighting the magnitude of the crisis.
SAM KBUSHYAN, AN IMMIGRANT, LONGTIME PUBLIC SERVANT, AND A MEMBER OF MAYOR BASS’ ADVISORY TEAM, ENTERS THE RACE TO REPRESENT LOS ANGELES COUNCIL DISTRICT 2
Longtime public servant, advocate, and non-profit board member, CA State Commissioner Sam Kbushyan launches campaign with support from over 200 individual campaign contributors.
Business owner and California State Commissioner Sam Kbushyan announced his campaign for Los Angeles City Council to replace Council President Paul Krekorian, who cannot seek another term due to term limits. Sam begins the campaign, having raised $150,000.00 from 230 small business owners and neighborhood leaders.
Unwavering Support for Innocent Until Proven Guilty: CD 9 Stands Strong with Councilmember Curren Price
In a powerful show of solidarity, an array of individuals came together at the Estelle Van Meter Multi-purpose Center in District 9, known as the New 9th, to emphatically assert their support for Councilmember Curren Price and call for a reconsideration of his hasty suspension from the Los Angeles City Council. Among those in attendance were esteemed clergy members, influential community leaders, representatives from neighborhood councils, dedicated advocates from nonprofit organizations, and stakeholders deeply invested in the welfare of their community.
Landmark Supreme Court Ruling: Allen v. Milligan Decision Bolsters Voting Rights and Sparks Hope for Democracy’s Future
In a surprising 5-4 ruling, the United States Supreme Court declared the Alabama Congressional map in violation of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) due to its dilution of Black residents’ votes. The decision in the case of Allen v. Milligan was celebrated as a significant victory for voting rights advocates, who have faced numerous challenges in recent years.
Breaking the Chains of Hate: Empowering Communities, Healing Hearts, and Building an Inclusive Society for Lasting Change
The Ethnic Media Services (EMS) briefing focused on the pressing question of how communities can heal from hate in the face of violent hate crimes, structural racism, and genocidal campaigns. The discussion, moderated by Julian Do, Co-Director at Ethnic Media Services, featured speakers with expertise in various areas related to hate and healing. The panelists included Helen Zia, Founder of The Vincent Chin Institute; Beth Wright, Staff Attorney for Native American Rights Fund (NARF) and Researcher on Boarding Schools, Truth and Healing; Nestor Fantini, Publisher and Sociologist, and former political prisoner in Argentina; and James Taylor, Professor of African American History.
#STOPTHEHATE: The Tragic Fate of Ajike ‘AJ’ Owens Ignites a Call for Solidarity Between African Immigrants and African Americans to Combat Racism
In a tragic incident that unfolded in Florida, a black Nigerian-born mother of four, Ajike ‘AJ’ Owens, lost her life when she was shot through her front door by a white neighbor. The motive behind the shooting was Owens’ attempt to retrieve an iPad taken from her child, according to civil rights attorney Ben Crump.