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As Californians spend a lot of time online, they may not realize how vulnerable they are to data breaches, say experts
California’s new Delete Request and Opt-out Platform, or DROP, gives residents a free, centralized way to tell hundreds of registered data brokers to delete their personal information and stop selling it, as state officials warn that identity theft, scams and large-scale data breaches continue to expose millions of Californians to risk.For years, privacy advocates have argued that one of the biggest gaps in consumer protection was not whether Californians had privacy rights on paper, but whether they could realistically use them. The state’s new Delete Request and Opt-out Platform, launched by the California Privacy Protection Agency earlier this year, is designed to close that gap by replacing a fragmented, broker-by-broker process with a single online request. Through DROP, a California resident can verify eligibility, create a basic profile and submit one deletion request that is sent to more than 500 registered data brokers. According to the state’s privacy portal, data brokers must begin processing those requests starting Aug. 1, 2026, and must delete data within 90 days.
About CalKIDS
The California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS) was launched in 2022 by the State of California with a clear mission: to help jumpstart college savings for children statewide by awarding scholarship accounts to youth across the state.
Administered by the ScholarShare Investment Board, CalKIDS takes the initiative by automatically offering children born in California and eligible public school students in California a CalKIDS Scholarship Account, along with other potential financial incentives.
*All children born in California on or after July 1, 2022
California’s winning strategy of using the trusted messengers for its California Connects regional convenings was the magic touch; over 300 community leaders, nonprofit groups and organizations, ethnic and community media outlets were the trusted messengers who met in Sacramento, CA, April 23 to get some tools and tips to stay healthy and financially equipped.
As previously stated by key state and Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications (OCPSC) administrators, California took the next step to invest in these trusted messengers, who in turn help their niche communities and the greater community throughout California. Nonprofit groups and organizations serving vulnerable communities say they got an encouraging boost on strategies to keep their organizations going as well as ways to help their communities effectively.
The California Connects Regional Convenings, an 8-city statewide tour launched in late 2025 by the Office of Community Partnerships & Strategic Communications (OCPSC) to connect local leaders, nonprofits, and community partners directly with state agencies, aimed to strengthen regional networks and provide tools for community resilience.
News producer and host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, talks with California administrative leaders, Sacramento political leaders, and the OCPSC administrative team about the bridging of California's resources to Californians, using trusted messengers.
The California Complete Count Census 2020 was a revived, every-10-year process experiment that proved one thing: trusted messengers were the key to reaching "hard-to-count" populations throughout California. That is why the state invested over $187 million in that effort that panned out. The state stayed away from federal top-down messaging as well as going beyond legacy media. Ethnic media played an even stronger role in reaching niche communities and neighborhoods throughout California.
When the pandemic hit in 2020, California used the same strategy to reach fearful residents about the covid-19 vaccinations through its "Vaccinate All 58" campaign. CBOs and local staff shared information through door-to-door canvassing, neighborhood, and ethnic media, which was tailored culturally and linguistically to the local population. Local youth used the power of social media, and their followings to connect with younger generations about the COVID-19 updates and vaccination information. At that time, the state of California campaign analyzed regional data (ZIP codes/census tracts) to target areas with the lowest vaccination rates and highest inequities.
As nanoplastics has evaded every aspect of life, people are beginning to understand the necessary emergency to find a way to mitigate the dangerously evasive electric, particles
Join news producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb for a two-night "ONME Environmental Awareness Film Discussion" featuring the film in two parts, "Nanoplastics: Threat to Life." After each film part, news host Dudley Najieb speaks with two expert scientists, Dr. John Ahn and Dr. Anastasiya Pashigreva about key topics from the film.
About the film,"Nanoplastics: Threat to Life"
•Presented by ALLATRA Global Research Center, this research-based documentary brings together global scientific evidence on the impact of micro- and nanoplastics and presents it in an accessible, popular science format.
•The film reveals how micro and nanoplastics have infiltrated every corner of the planet and every organ of the human body, including the brain, heart, bloodstream, and even the beginning of life itself.
About the expert scientists
Dr. John Ahn, PhD, MBA, is a distinguished professional recognized for building pathways between cutting-edge research and commercial impact. With multidisciplinary expertise in chemistry, life sciences, engineering, and venture development, Dr. Ahn drives sustainable innovations by translating early-stage discoveries into scalable technologies that address pressing global challenges. He has an established record of launching startups, cultivating strategic partnerships, and commercializing breakthroughs across agriculture, biotechnology, chemicals, energy, and materials science.
Dr. John Ahn, PhD, is an international Expert of ALLATRA International Public Movement on Climate, Geodynamics, and Environmental Issues who has the following educational background: MBA, INSEAD, France, 2017
PhD in Chemical Engineering, Technische Universität München, Germany, 2013
MS in Chemical Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, USA, 2008
BSc in Chemical Engineering, Pennsylvania State University, USA, 2006.
Dr. Anastasiya Pashigreva is an international Expert of ALLATRA International Public Movement on Climate, Geodynamics, and Environmental Issues who is a scientist with research experience at the University of Oxford, the Technical University of Munich, and leading industry companies. Expertise in developing and implementing innovative chemical and environmental technologies for commercial applications.
As nanoplastics has evaded every aspect of life, people are beginning to understand the necessary emergency to find a way to mitigate the dangerously evasive electric, particles
Join news producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb for a two-night "ONME Environmental Awareness Film Discussion" featuring the film in two parts, "Nanoplastics: Threat to Life." After each film part, news host Dudley Najieb speaks with two expert scientists, Dr. John Ahn and Dr. Anastasiya Pashigreva about key topics from the film.
About the film,"Nanoplastics: Threat to Life"
•Presented by ALLATRA Global Research Center, this research-based documentary brings together global scientific evidence on the impact of micro- and nanoplastics and presents it in an accessible, popular science format.
•The film reveals how micro and nanoplastics have infiltrated every corner of the planet and every organ of the human body, including the brain, heart, bloodstream, and even the beginning of life itself.
About the expert scientists
Dr. John Ahn, PhD, MBA, is a distinguished professional recognized for building pathways between cutting-edge research and commercial impact. With multidisciplinary expertise in chemistry, life sciences, engineering, and venture development, Dr. Ahn drives sustainable innovations by translating early-stage discoveries into scalable technologies that address pressing global challenges. He has an established record of launching startups, cultivating strategic partnerships, and commercializing breakthroughs across agriculture, biotechnology, chemicals, energy, and materials science.
Dr. John Ahn, PhD, is an international Expert of ALLATRA International Public Movement on Climate, Geodynamics, and Environmental Issues who has the following educational background: MBA, INSEAD, France, 2017
PhD in Chemical Engineering, Technische Universität München, Germany, 2013
MS in Chemical Engineering, University of California, Berkeley, USA, 2008
BSc in Chemical Engineering, Pennsylvania State University, USA, 2006.
Dr. Anastasiya Pashigreva is an international Expert of ALLATRA International Public Movement on Climate, Geodynamics, and Environmental Issues who is a scientist with research experience at the University of Oxford, the Technical University of Munich, and leading industry companies. Expertise in developing and implementing innovative chemical and environmental technologies for commercial applications.
In late 2025, California's housing market is characterized by a forecast for increased home sales and inventory, a modest rise in median home prices, and continued affordability challenges, though buying conditions may be more favorable around mid-October due to an anticipated dip in mortgage rates and increased active listings.
Several counties in Southern California are in a state of emergency due to several, fast-moving fires that have been carried and enhanced by Santa Anna winds.
Tuesday January 7 is when three major fires sparked in forestry areas in Southern California and with the help of hurricane force winds, collectively burned 22,000 acres in just 24 hours. The first fire, the Pacific Palisades, began at 10:30 a.m. on that day near 1190 North Piedra Morada (near Pacific Coast Highway near Malibu, Calif.), according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. Winds reaching at least 40+ mph, quickly spread the original 10-acre fire to 200 acres in roughly 12 minutes. The Pacific Palisades fire has burned 17,230+ acres with 0 percent containment, where over 1,000 building have been destroyed by fire.
Meanwhile, the Eaton fire started in Altadena on the late evening of January 7. It has taken the lives of five people and injured several others. Over 750 firefighters have been working tirelessly over the Eaton fire and yet 10,600 acres have burned and there is 0 percent containment as of January 9 at 9:00 AM PST. The Hurst fire also began that late night, burning 855 acres in just a few hours; it is 10 percent contained as of January 9 at 9:00 AM PST.
Also on that Tuesday, due to the high winds over 50 mph, flight restrictions over the affected burn areas prevented fire fighters from dropping flame retardants over the area and the media from getting a full picture of the fires.
The Wednesday, October 16, 2024, Central Valley Community Election Forum was hosted by ONME News, in collaboration with community organizations, Black Women Organized for Political Action, Fresno, San Joaquin Valley Chapter, also known as BWOPA) Black American Political Association of California, Fresno Chapter, also known as Bay PACK; The NAACP #1038, Fresno Chapter; and the African American Clergy Caucus.
ONME News executive producer and publisher Julia Ann Dudley Najieb was the moderator.
Part 1 of the October 16 Central Valley Election Community Forum features California State Assembly District 31 candidates Dr. Joaquin Arambula (incumbent) against opponent Solomon Verduzco followed by US House of Representative candidate and incumbent Congressman Jim Costa who talked about his Central Valley initiatives he looks forward to continuing.
The Wednesday, October 16, 2024, Central Valley Community Election Forum was hosted by ONME News, in collaboration with community organizations, Black Women Organized for Political Action, Fresno, San Joaquin Valley Chapter, also known as BWOPA) Black American Political Association of California, Fresno Chapter, also known as Bay PACK; The NAACP #1038, Fresno Chapter; and the African American Clergy Caucus.
ONME News executive producer and publisher Julia Ann Dudley Najieb was the moderator.
A representative for the city of Kerman mayoral candidate, Maria Pacheco, who is the incumbent, talked about Pacheco's dedication to helping the city to build and prosper.
Thereafter, moderator and host, Dudley Najieb, had a sit-down discussion with Fresno State professor, Dr. Thomas Holyoke, a specialist in American politics, about some of the difficult-to-understand state propositions on the ballot.
The night ended with Trustee Area 7 Yolanda Joy Moore who talked about the recent Clovis Unified School District school bond, Measure A that is on the ballot. Moore explains the importance of the measure and that the bond would be issued on the current tax rate for residents--taxes will not increase for local residents: CUSD is maintaining the current tax rate of $155 per $100,000 of assessed value, which is the lowest it has been in the district’s history.
The Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Central Valley Community Election Forum hosted by ONME News, in collaboration with community organizations, Black Women Organized for Political Action, Fresno, San Joaquin Valley Chapter, also known as BWOPA) Black American Political Association of California, Fresno Chapter, also known as Bay PACK; The NAACP #1038, Fresno Chapter; and the African American Clergy Caucus features the following Central Valley candidates; Fresno City Council Area 6 candidate, Nick Richardson; State Assembly District 8 candidate, David Tangipa; State Center Community College Area 2 incumbent candidate, Nasreen Johnson; Madera City Council District 4 incumbent candidate; Madera City Council District 4 candidate Derrick Robinson; State Assembly District 27 incumbent candidate Esmeralda Soria; and State Assembly District 27 candidate, Joanna Garcia Rose.
ONME News executive producer and publisher Julia Ann Dudley Najieb was the moderator.
In Part 2 of the October 9 Central Valley Community Election Forum hosted by ONME News, watch candidates David Tangipa; State Center Community College Area 2 incumbent candidate, Nasreen Johnson; Madera City Council District 4 incumbent candidate; Madera City Council District 4 candidate Derrick Robinson; State Assembly District 27 incumbent candidate Esmeralda Soria; and State Assembly District 27 candidate, Joanna Garcia Rose.
The Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Central Valley Community Election Forum hosted by ONME News, in collaboration with community organizations, Black Women Organized for Political Action, Fresno, San Joaquin Valley Chapter, also known as BWOPA) Black American Political Association of California, Fresno Chapter, also known as Bay PACK; The NAACP #1038, Fresno Chapter; and the African American Clergy Caucus featured the following Central Valley candidates; Fresno City Council Area 6 candidate, Nick Richardson; State Assembly District 8 candidate, David Tangipa; State Center Community College Area 2 incumbent candidate, Nasreen Johnson; Madera City Council District 4 incumbent candidate; Madera City Council District 4 candidate Derrick Robinson; State Assembly District 27 incumbent candidate Esmeralda Soria; and State Assembly District 27 candidate, Joanna Garcia Rose.
ONME News executive producer and publisher Julia Ann Dudley Najieb was the moderator.
Also featuring special guest Trustee Area 6 Karla Kirk who talks about the process of school bonds and the Central Unified School District school bond, Measure X that is on the ballot.
In this part 1, here is who is featured: The four political organization collaborators, candidate Nick Richardson and Trustee Karla Kirk on school bonds.
Watch past live footage highlights of Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) with ONME News show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb who recaps on the latest election news in California, with light news commentary between DNC speakers.
Dudley Najieb explains more about the U.S. house of representative seat and a summary of the seven contentious races that will affect the make-up of the House in Congress. She intends to go in depth about the seven U.S. house of representative contentious seats in day four of the DNC.
Thereafter, Dudley Najieb talks with San Francisco affiliate news partner from KPOO 89.5 FM, who is on the ground in Chicago, Harrison Chastang who gives a detailed recap of Day 2 & 3 and the mini protests.
As key speakers take the stage in day 3, such as former president, Bill Clinton; billionaire talk-show host, Oprah Winfrey; famous comedian, Kenan Thompson; former speaker of the house, Nancy Patricia Pelosi; United States Secretary of Transportation Peter Paul Montgomery Buttigieg; Minnesota U.S. senator, Amy Jean Klobuchar and many other key speakers, at the end of the night, the viewers are introduced to vice-presidential nominee, Tim Walz. Thereafter, a live roundtable discussion with hall of famer and award-winning news publisher, Cheryl Smith and Bay Area news publisher, Brigitte Jones recap on these DNC speeches of the day.
Later in the program, Dudley Najieb features an interview with Southern California elected official attending the DNC, Patrice Marshall McKenzie.
Watch past live footage highlights of Day 2of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) with news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb who recaps on the latest election news in California, with light news commentary between DNC speakers.
Dudley Najieb reviews and explains the open California's U.S. Senate race vacated by the late Senator Dianne Feinstein. This seat has been under the control of Democratic leadership in California since 1992.
In Californian election news, since there are 10 state ballot measures this upcoming November 5 election, Dudley Najieb reviewed the process of how measures and propositions make their way to the ballot.
Dudley Najieb also features interviews with Fresno, CA DNC delegate, Eric Payne who was at the DNC Day 2 in Chicago, Il, followed by an interview with Diana Love, who is the California Democratic Party secretary who was also there.
Thereafter, watch a lively roundtable discussion with hall of famer and award-winning news publisher, Cheryl Smith, popular social media influencer, Ashley Ann and Bay Area news publisher, Brigitte Jones who recap on the DNC speeches of the day, and key speakers Second Gentleman, Douglas Emhoff, former first lady, Michelle Obama and former president, Barack Obama.
Watch past live footage highlights of Day 1 the Democratic National Convention (DNC) with news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb who recaps on the latest election news in California, with light new commentary between DNC speakers.
Dudley Najieb also talks with San Francisco affiliate news partner from KPOO 89.5 FM, who is on the ground in Chicago, Harrison Chastang who gives a detailed recap, from the live protests to the Black Caucus meeting results.
Thereafter, watch a lively roundtable discussion with hall of famer and award-winning news publisher, Cheryl Smith, popular social media influencer, Ashley Ann and Bay Area news publisher, Brigitte Jones who recap on the DNC speeches of the day, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and President Joe Biden.
In this segment of California Politics Now, news host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb reveals the intricate details of 23 videos released, amounting to 14 hours, released by Documented and ProPublica, non-partisan news organizations.
In this next segment of California Politics Now, news host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb discusses how Project 2025 directly affects California, especially when it comes to the drastically, changing climate in the state.
In the next segment of California Politics Now, news host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb discusses how Project 2025 directly affects California and the rest of the nation regarding popular initiatives and policies: social security benefits, abolishing the US Department of Education, raising taxes on the middle class, and other common issues with voters.
News host Julia Ann Dudley Najieb reviews the intricate details regarding Project 2025 and its conservative beginnings
CA Politics Now Part 1: Julia explains how the Heritage Foundation funded Project 2025 with $22 million
In this segment of California Politics Now, "About Project 2025," Julia Ann Dudley Najieb explains in detail the key project of the Heritage Foundation: Project 2025. Although the director has recently stepped down, Paul Dans, the project would have a significant impact on California as a whole if it continues to push forward through the Trump-Vance Administration if they win the Nov. 5 2024 election.
CA Politics Now Part 2: Running mate, JD Vance, endorses the concept of Project 2025
In this second segment of California Politics Now, "About Project 2025," Julia Ann Dudley Najieb explains the JD Vance and former president, Donald Trump connection; although they have attempted to distance themselves from Project 2025, there is no denying the facts that are out there. ...
CA Politics Now Part 3: An introduction to how Project 2025 would affect California if implemented
In part 3 discussion of the California Employment Development Department (EDD) news host, Julia A. Dudley Najieb talks to Greg Lawson, Chief of Media and Creative Services for the California EDD about how people can apply to the benefits and services and what is needed to apply online, by phone or via mail.
In part 2 of the ONME Partner Corner, Chief of Media and Creative Services for the California Employment Development Department Greg Lawson talks with news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb about the major changes at CA EDD to help applicants and to expedite the processing of the applications.
Dudley Najieb reviews the past dismal experiences some people had with the CA EDD and the major changes because of it.
https://edd.ca.gov
In part 2 of the ONME Partner Corner, Chief of Media and Creative Services for the California Employment Development Department Greg Lawson talks with news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb about the major changes at CA EDD to help applicants and to expedite the processing of the applications.
Dudley Najieb review the past dismal experiences some people had with the CA EDD and the major changes because of it.
https://edd.ca.gov
In this episode of News Too Real, news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, reviews the latest mass sewage contamination of Southern California beaches, Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica, having a 54 % bacteria rate; San Luis Creek Mouth in San Luis Obispo having a 35% bacteria rate and Imperial Beach in San Diego, having a 100% bacteria contamination rate.
The City of Imperial Beach is in San Diego County shares the Mexico-California border, specifically Tijuana; in just five years, over 100 billion gallons of untreated sewage, industrial waste, and urban runoff have spilled across the U.S.-Mexico border.
Last year, labs run by Surfrider’s Blue Water Task Force processed 9,538 water samples collected from 567 distinct sampling sites around the U.S. Of the 567 beaches sampled, 362 of them yielded at least one high bacteria result that exceeded state health standards.
Part 3: Is California out of its water scare?:
California residents are having to adapt to a new way of life when it comes to water conservation: the Newsom administration is urging Californians to adopt a new style of living when it comes to water, according to Governor's Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications (OCPSC) press secretary, Ashley Williams. In a a final part three discussion, Williams discusses ways residents can conserve water.
ONME News Headlines as of June 11, 2024:
Hate crime trends in California are on the rise: Reported anti-Black, anti-Latino, and anti-Asian hate crimes increased by 156% overall from 2019 to 2022Replenishing Groundwater in the San Joaquin Valley: Here's a 2024 updateCOMMENTARY: Governor must OK expanded Cal Grant access for struggling students With newly digitized slave ship logs, Berkeley Ph.D. student examines race, power — and literacyFresno’s eviction protection program might survive, but advocates say the city still needs rent control
ONME News Headlines June 7, 2024:
FRESNO: Upcoming Black Music Month event this weekend will honor three Fresno community and local leaders
EPA finalizes order with California Department of Corrections Regarding San Luis Obispo Treatment Plant
What Biden’s border order means for California
California’s highest court rejects ‘people as pollution’ argument for UC Berkeley housing
Is California out of its water scare? California residents are wondering if the drought is over; the numerous atmospheric rains and unseasonal snowfalls have Californians feeling more relaxed about the water situation. However, experts suggest that we may not be out of the woods due to climate change.
In this episode of News Too Real, news host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb talks with Ashley Williams; Press Secretary for the Governor’s Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications (OCPSC.)
Ashley Williams serves as Press Secretary for the Governor’s Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications (OCPSC) and works on some of the state’s priority public awareness efforts. Prior to joining OCPSC, Ashley worked at a boutique public affairs firm managing strategic communication campaigns across the firm’s client portfolio. Ashley has over a decade of experience building successful communications programs for a variety of clients, from government associations and non-profits, to major corporations and high-visibility individuals. Ashley is a member of the Greater Sacramento Urban League Young Professionals and is a founding member for industry association Black Ownership Matters. She is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley with a BA in Political Science. https://saveourwater.com/how-to-save-water/around-the-house/
New bill SB 478 to take effect this July bans restaurants' hidden 'junk fees'
Food & Wine reports that California is banning hidden restaurant fees, in addition to other surcharges. The rule would also require companies to disclose upfront whether fees are refundable.
Some people call them “junk fees.” While some places disclose the surcharges up front on menus and table cards, many others don’t.
That’s led to accusations that restaurants are hiding them and making meals more expensive than diners realize. Now, California is stepping in to stop them. Last October, the state legislature approved a measure that bans hidden fees for hotel stays, as well as tickets to concerts and sporting events. The new law, SB 478, aimed at banning hidden fees, takes effect in July, according to the office of State Attorney General Rob Bonta.
Authored by Sen. Nancy Skinner, D-Berkeley, and Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, the new law comes after California’s fast-food law took effect in April. Under the new law, the minimum wage for fast-food workers increased from $16 per hour to $20, a move that prompted fast-food companies to raise prices to keep up with labor costs.
PG& E's prominent energy rate hikes are due to excessive wildfires happening throughout California
On January 1, 2024 PG&E implemented a significant rate increase for all customers; the rate hike has already taken affect, where customers may have noticed the difference in February and March bills. According to the California Public Utilities Commission, the top drivers of PG&E’s proposed increases are inflation and significant investments in undergrounding electric lines to decrease wildfire risk. According to PG&E, the change is an increase of approximately 12.8% in 2024, with the typical bill increasing by about $34.50 per month (which uses about 500 kilowatt-hours of electricity each month per typical household), according to the company's estimates.. This is on top of other significant PG&E rate increases in recent years.
For instance, on March 7, the Public Utilities Commission approved a PG&E rate hike that will add about $5 a month to the average bill, to begin as soon as April 2024. The newly approved hike is to expected to compensate for PG&E’s previous vegetation management efforts dating back to 2020. The spending was part of PG&E’s efforts to limit the risk of wildfires after a string of disastrous blazes that started in 2017 and ultimately led to the utility filing bankruptcy.
PG&E said it expects total rate hikes in 2024 will total about $50 more per average customer.
State law enforcement makes 500+ arrests, removes nearly 700 pounds of fentanyl as part of San Francisco Operation
Marking one year since Governor Newsom deployed California Highway Patrol and California National Guard personnel to a multiagency special operation in San Francisco, the Governor announced this week over 500 arrests made and nearly 700 pounds of fentanyl seized as part of this effort.
As part of its operations, the CHP issued 6,200+ citations for illegal activity, made 500+ arrests, and recovered 115+ stolen vehicles.
“Our coordinated work to shut down drug markets in San Francisco is making a difference, but we have more work to do,” said San Francisco Mayor London Breed.
Building on the Newsom Administration’s efforts to improve public safety throughout California, including Oakland and Bakersfield, violent crime and property crime are significantly down year-over-year in San Francisco. This reduction reflects the work of local law enforcement and state and federal efforts.
“The California Highway Patrol has been a valuable partner in our work dismantling the drug markets in the Tenderloin and South of Market neighborhoods,” said San Francisco Police Department Chief Bill Scott. “The SFPD and CHP have taken an unprecedented amount of fentanyl off our streets in the last year. We’ve seen progress, but we’re not going to let up in this effort. I want to thank Gov. Gavin Newsom and the members of the California Highway Patrol, San Francisco Area for his assistance in this ongoing work.”
“Through collaborative efforts with our partners on both the local and state level, we have made significant strides in San Francisco. These partnerships are proof that when we work together, we can effectively combat crime and enhance public safety in the community,” said CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee.
“For the past year, your California National Guard has been committed to combating the rise of fentanyl in the streets of San Francisco,” said California National Guard Major General Matthew Beevers. “These extraordinary seizure statistics are a direct reflection of the tireless efforts of the highly trained service members from our California communities who directly support law enforcement agencies in this fight.”
In addition, CHP and Cal Guard are partners in San Francisco’s Drug Market Agency Coordination Center (DMACC), which coordinates with local, state and federal law enforcement and agencies across the City to dismantle the illegal drug markets in the Tenderloin and South of Market neighborhoods.
Last week, Governor Newsom announced a similar public safety enforcement effort in Bakersfield that has so far resulted in 211 arrests and recovered 127 stolen vehicles in the area in recent weeks.
California has invested $1.1 billion since 2019 to fight crime, help local governments hire more police, and improve public safety.
In this episode of News Too Real with news host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, the latest California headlines include: New bill SB 478 to take effect this July bans restaurants' hidden 'junk fees'; PG& E's prominent rate hikes are due to excessive wildfires happening throughout California; State law enforcement makes 500+ arrests, removes nearly 700 pounds of fentanyl as part of San Francisco Operation.
Feature: Dudley Najieb reviewed the state of California's budget deficit and what it will take to get the state budget balanced. California has depended on the the volatile, one-percent wage earners in tech jobs in California--the demise that boomed during the pandemic, has now sloped.
The Senate has a membership of 40 Senators elected for 4-year terms, 20 to begin every 2 years.
During his or her lifetime a person may serve no more than 12 years in the Senate, Assembly, or both, in any combination of terms.
Since the passage of Prop 28 in 2012, legislators first elected on or after November 6, 2012, are limited to a maximum of 12 years.
Prop 140, passed in 1990, affects any members elected prior to November 6, 2012, and limits them to a maximum of two four-year terms (eight years total). Voters in the 20 odd-numbered districts of the California State Senate will elect their representatives. There are 16 Democratic-held senate seats up for election in 2024, 3 Republican-held seats, and 1 open seat with no incumbent.
Here is a review of the first set of California state senate candidates.
The Senate has a membership of 40 Senators elected for 4-year terms, 20 to begin every 2 years.
During his or her lifetime a person may serve no more than 12 years in the Senate, Assembly, or both, in any combination of terms.
Since the passage of Prop 28 in 2012, legislators first elected on or after November 6, 2012, are limited to a maximum of 12 years.
Prop 140, passed in 1990, affects any members elected prior to November 6, 2012, and limits them to a maximum of two four-year terms (eight years total). Voters in the 20 odd-numbered districts of the California State Senate will elect their representatives. There are 16 Democratic-held senate seats up for election in 2024, 3 Republican-held seats, and 1 open seat with no incumbent.
Here is a review of the first set of California state senate candidates.
The Senate has a membership of 40 Senators elected for 4-year terms, 20 to begin every 2 years.
During his or her lifetime a person may serve no more than 12 years in the Senate, Assembly, or both, in any combination of terms.
Since the passage of Prop 28 in 2012, legislators first elected on or after November 6, 2012, are limited to a maximum of 12 years.
Prop 140, passed in 1990, affects any members elected prior to November 6, 2012, and limits them to a maximum of two four-year terms (eight years total). Voters in the 20 odd-numbered districts of the California State Senate will elect their representatives. There are 16 Democratic-held senate seats up for election in 2024, 3 Republican-held seats, and 1 open seat with no incumbent.
Here is a review of the first set of California state senate candidates.
The Senate has a membership of 40 Senators elected for 4-year terms, 20 to begin every 2 years.
During his or her lifetime a person may serve no more than 12 years in the Senate, Assembly, or both, in any combination of terms.
Since the passage of Prop 28 in 2012, legislators first elected on or after November 6, 2012, are limited to a maximum of 12 years.
Prop 140, passed in 1990, affects any members elected prior to November 6, 2012, and limits them to a maximum of two four-year terms (eight years total). Voters in the 20 odd-numbered districts of the California State Senate will elect their representatives. There are 16 Democratic-held senate seats up for election in 2024, 3 Republican-held seats, and 1 open seat with no incumbent.
Here is a review of the first set of California state senate candidates.
The Senate has a membership of 40 Senators elected for 4-year terms, 20 to begin every 2 years.
During his or her lifetime a person may serve no more than 12 years in the Senate, Assembly, or both, in any combination of terms.
Since the passage of Prop 28 in 2012, legislators first elected on or after November 6, 2012, are limited to a maximum of 12 years.
Prop 140, passed in 1990, affects any members elected prior to November 6, 2012, and limits them to a maximum of two four-year terms (eight years total). Voters in the 20 odd-numbered districts of the California State Senate will elect their representatives. There are 16 Democratic-held senate seats up for election in 2024, 3 Republican-held seats, and 1 open seat with no incumbent.
Here is a review of the first set of California state senate candidates.
The Senate has a membership of 40 Senators elected for 4-year terms, 20 to begin every 2 years.
During his or her lifetime a person may serve no more than 12 years in the Senate, Assembly, or both, in any combination of terms.
Since the passage of Prop 28 in 2012, legislators first elected on or after November 6, 2012, are limited to a maximum of 12 years.
Prop 140, passed in 1990, affects any members elected prior to November 6, 2012, and limits them to a maximum of two four-year terms (eight years total). Voters in the 20 odd-numbered districts of the California State Senate will elect their representatives. There are 16 Democratic-held senate seats up for election in 2024, 3 Republican-held seats, and 1 open seat with no incumbent.
Here is a review of the first set of California state senate candidates.
The Senate has a membership of 40 Senators elected for 4-year terms, 20 to begin every 2 years.
During his or her lifetime a person may serve no more than 12 years in the Senate, Assembly, or both, in any combination of terms.
Since the passage of Prop 28 in 2012, legislators first elected on or after November 6, 2012, are limited to a maximum of 12 years.
Prop 140, passed in 1990, affects any members elected prior to November 6, 2012, and limits them to a maximum of two four-year terms (eight years total). Voters in the 20 odd-numbered districts of the California State Senate will elect their representatives. There are 16 Democratic-held senate seats up for election in 2024, 3 Republican-held seats, and 1 open seat with no incumbent.
Here is a review of the state senators terming out.
In this California Politics Now segment, news producer, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb gives commentary regarding the Monday night's CA U.S. Senate seat debate at the Bovard Auditorium on the University Park Campus.
According to Politico.com and other news agencies, candidate Adam Schiff who has out-fundraised the field of candidates still remains in a strong position after this debate, although it was candidate Katie Porter who was the standout lead. Candidate Barbara Lee interjected as many points as possible to reiterate her experience and empathy for the average California voter. The only Republican at the top with these three, experienced Democratic politicians, Steve Garvye, a former baseball start, struggled to give defined answers regarding policies. He was often slammed with baseball jargon regarding his lack of political experience and voting record for former president Donald Trump. Normally this would not be an issue if Garvey did not consider himself a conservative moderate which does not match the Repbulican MAGA sentiment.
In the second segment of this episode of, "California Politics Now," news anchor, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the key races regarding the U.S. House of Rep.'s seats that could affect the control of the House to sway to the Democrats.
Meanwhile, Republicans are also making a play for California U.S. House of Rep. seats up and situated in mostly Republican districts. California assisted in passing the control to Republicans in 2022; the speakership went from Nancy Pelosi of San Francisco to Kevin McCarthy of Bakersfield, until he was voted out in October of 2023.
At the start of this episode of "California Politics Now,: news anchor producer, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the latest election news concerning the upcoming Jan. 22 debate with the top four candidates in the U.S. Senate race to take the seat of the late-Senator Dianne Feinstein who passed away at the end of last year.
As a result, voters will be be faced with two Senate races on their March primary ballots — one for the remainder of Feinstein's term ending Jan. 3, 2025, and the other for a full six-year term ending 2031. The same goes for November ballots, when the top two vote-getters in the primary will duke it out for the partial and full terms. The debate will give voters an idea of where candidates stand on key issues such as immigration, economics, expanded housing. In all, Californians will have the opportunity to cast four votes — two in the primary and two in the general election.
In part 2, of this episode of California Politics Now, Dudley Najieb reviews why the 20th congressional seat is vacant:
Redistricting in 2022 returned the district to the San Joaquin Valley. The new 20th district includes parts of Kern, Tulare, Kings, and Fresno counties. It includes the southern Sierra Nevada and western Mojave Desert, with three "fingers" extending west into the valley. Cities in the district include Clovis, Tehachapi, Ridgecrest, Taft, Lemoore, the west and northeast sides of Bakersfield, the south side of Visalia, the northeast side of Tulare, the north side of Hanford, and a sliver of northeastern Fresno including California State University, Fresno. The new 20th district is the most Republican district in California, with a Cook Partisan Voting Index rating of R+16.
In part 1 of this episode of "California Politics Now," news producer, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb went over how the U.S. House of Reps. work and reviewed the elected officials currently serving in those positions.
In this episode of California Politics Now, "Who are California’s US Senate Candidates? Part 2," news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, continues with the issues regarding the contentious California U.S. senate seat that is said to be a battleground election in almost 32 years. Democratic Reps. Barbara Lee, Katie Porter and Adam B. Schiff are all running in the regular March 5 primary for a full six-year term.
It is uncertain that two Democrats will finish 1-2 in March because Republican Steve Garvey, a former star baseball player for the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres, declared his candidacy and recent polling gives him a fair chance of finishing second behind Schiff.
Steve Garvey (Republican Party) is running in a special election to the U.S. Senate to represent California. He is on the ballot in the special primary on March 5, 2024.
Garvey is also running for election to the U.S. Senate to represent California. He is on the ballot in the primary on March 5, 2024.
In this episode of California Politics Now with Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, part one of: "Who are California’s US Senate Candidates?" reviews the California U.S. senate seat in general: voters in California will elect one member to the U.S. Senate in the general election on November 5, 2024. The primary is March 5, 2024. The filing deadline was December 8, 2023.
The election will fill the Class I Senate seat held by Sen. Laphonza Butler (D). Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) appointed Butler after former Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D) died on September 29, 2023. The 2024 election is only the second California Senate race without an incumbent since 1992, the other being the 2016 election following Barbara Boxer's retirement. no clear frontrunner, and thus considers the 2024 election the first truly open California Senate race in 32 years. She is openly lesbian, making her California's first openly LGBTQ Senator and the first openly LGBTQ black woman to serve in Congress.
Take a look at the FREE Kwanzaa events happening throughout California for the 2023 year ...
In this segment of California Politics Now, news host, Julia Dudley Najieb defines what an Electoral College is and the process: The Electoral College -- It's a process, not a place ...
The Electoral College is how we refer to the process by which the United States elects the President, even though that term does not appear in the U.S. Constitution. In this process, the States (which includes the District of Columbia just for this process) elect the President and Vice President. Choosing each State's electors is a two-part process.
First, the political parties in each State choose slates of potential electors sometime before the general election. Second, during the general election, the voters in each State select their State's electors by casting their ballots.
Finally, Dudley Najieb then reviews the top 20 2024 Presidential candidates and the campaign funds each one has raised thus far.
All registered voters will be allowed to vote on nonpartisan contests and voter-nominated offices, such as U.S. congressional offices and state legislative offices, such as state senate, state assembly, municipal government, recalls, ballot measures, and local ballot measures.
Here's clarity on the United States Senate race, formerly heald by the late Senator Dianne Feinstein and filled by Governor Newsom’s appointment of Senator Laphonza Butler. Sen. Butler announced in October that she will not run in the 2024 elections for the seat she currently occupies until November 5, 2024. Consequently, in 2024, four elections will be held to fill the single senate seat; hence, the reason for four elections for this one seat.
County Registrar’s office have sent postcards to registered voters letting them know their political party registration determines which presidential primary candidates will appear on their March 5, 2024 primary election ballot.
Political parties decide who can vote for their presidential primary candidates. All registered voters fall under two categories ...
For all active registered voters, a vote-by-mail ballot for the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election will be sent from each county's election office starting February 5, 2024. Ballot drop-off locations open on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. Vote centers open for early in-person voting in all Voter’s Choice Act counties beginning on February 24, 2024. Voters can drop off or mail their vote-by-mail ballots as long as they are postmarked on or before Election Day (March 5) and received by March 12, 2024.
It was in September of 2017 when Gov. Jerry Brown signed legislation SB 568 that moved California’s presidential primary elections to the beginning of March, three months ahead of when they were held in 2016.
In the final segment of this broadcast,California Politics Now: (Part 6) A review of "The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate," the comments that Governor Ron DeSanits have repeatedly made about his state being the safest, even over California is misleading due to a number of fallacies in the reporting of crime data by the state of Florida. In fact, The Marshall Project, which is a nonpartisan, nonprofit news organization that seeks to create and sustain a sense of national urgency about the U.S. criminal justice system, pointed out in a news article that when Gov. DeSantis claimed on stage to the people that Florida’s crime is at a "record low," he was using incomplete data.
Only 49 agencies from Florida, representing less than 8% of police departments, were included in an FBI federal database last year, according to a Marshall Project analysis. This means more than 500 police departments in Florida — including most of the largest agencies, like the Miami Police Department, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, and the St. Petersburg Police Department — are missing from the national context. Florida’s participation rate is the lowest of any state in the country.
Finally, news producer and show host, Julia Dudley Najieb, concludes this broadcast with which state is the safest of the two: California or Florida? Listen to find out!
In this segment of the California Politics Now: (Part 5) A review of "The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate," news producer, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews California's crime states from 2021 through 2023.
According to nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank The Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC), California's crime is increasing.
California’s violent crime rate increased by 5.7%, from 468 crimes per 100,000 residents in 2021 to 495 in 2022. While the rates for robbery (theft with force) and aggravated assault increased by 9.9% and 5.2%, respectively, homicides reversed a two-year upward trend, dropping by 6.1%, and rapes remained essentially the same (0.1% decrease).
In 2022, aggravated assaults were 67% of reported violent crimes; 25% of violent crimes were robberies, 7% were rapes, and 1% were homicides. Violent crime rose in 10 of the state’s 15 largest counties, and 7 saw increases of at least 10%. San Mateo faced the biggest jump, by 37.5%, but remains one of the 15 largest counties with the lowest violent crime rate (only Orange and Ventura Counties had lower rates in 2022).
Dudley Najieb also explains the misunderstanding of Proposition 47 which became effective on November 5, 2014 when California voters voted for it to be a new law. This law seems to get the blame for "crime leniency" in the state, but is often misquoted in regard to its level of power and influence.
Part 4 of California Politics Now: A review of "The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate," news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb breaks down the common argument between both Republicans and Democrats campaign comments regarding, "Are crime rates the highest in red states rather than the blue states? Such a question becomes complicated ...
According to the Pew Research Center, during the 2022 mid-term elections last year, their research found that Black voters are particularly likely to say violent crime is a very important midterm issue.
Black Americans have consistently been more likely than other racial and ethnic groups to express concern about violent crime, and that remains the case this year.
Some 81% of Black registered voters say violent crime is very important to their midterm vote, compared with 65% of Hispanic and 56% of White voters. (There were not enough Asian American voters in the Center’s survey to analyze independently.)
Differences by race are especially pronounced among Democratic registered voters. While 82% of Black Democratic voters say violent crime is very important to their vote this year, only a third of White Democratic voters say the same.
For the most part, violence is always a concern to the average voter, or at least it is high on the list. Based on the data from the CDC which goes up to the year 2021, then the stats were compiled by Forbes, states with the highest gun death did to appear to be 10 red states that take up the top 10 spots.
In this part 3 of California Politics Now: A review of "The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate," news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb reviews the two counties in Florida who banned Toni Morrison books in school districts, according to Governor Gavin Newsom's claim of African-American authored-books banned out of Florida schools due to Governor Ron DeSantis imposing laws.
The facts of the matter may keep a person puzzled according to the data Dudley Najieb presents in this excerpt.
In the part 2 segment of California Politics Now, A review of 'The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate,' according to CalMatters, California and Florida have the nation’s highest and third-highest unhoused populations. But with more than 171,000 unhoused people in California in 2022, the Golden State has a much higher rate: about 44 out of every 10,000 residents are without a home. That’s more than three and a half times the rate of residents experiencing homelessness in Florida, according to federal data.
In Florida, more than half of unhoused residents are living in some kind of shelter, while two-thirds of unhoused Californians live outside. Homelessness in Florida has actually declined by more than 50% since peaking in 2010.
Through the first two years of the pandemic, the homeless count in Florida fell from more than 27,000 in 2020 to just under 26,000 in 2022, while in California it has grown steadily to a record high.
Listen now to find out which state turns out to be the worst for most Black Americans to live.
In this part 1 segment of California Politics Now, 'The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate' with Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, viewers first get an in-depth review of the backgrounds of both governors, Gavin Newsom of California and Ron DeSantis of Florida.
According to CalMatters, DeSantis accepted Newsom’s debate challenge in August, pitting him against someone who is not even in the presidential race. But lacking opportunities to face off directly against Trump, who has refused to participate in the GOP primary debates, DeSantis aimed to show Republican voters that he is best-equipped to take on Democratic President Joe Biden in the general election.
Also in this segment, Dudley Najieb reviews the alarming data regarding the living conditions for residents in each state, especially for Black and minority communities.
Check out the latest California news headlines with news producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, who reviews the top stories from June 21, 2023 to September 22, 2023: from the Bitwise Industries corporate scandal and Antioch & Pittsburgh police officers' scandals to the illegal infectious disease lab found in Reedley, Dudley Najieb goes into details on key stories that made it nationwide and worldwide.
Here are the stories in part 2:
Will new Racial Equity Commission help reveal the realities of the damages of Proposition 209?
California prisons have a drug problem. A strip search policy takes aim at visitors
California's literacy crisis: There’s more to the science of reading than phonics
BREAKING: Governor Gavi
Check out the latest California news headlines with news producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, who reviews the top stories from June 21, 2023 to September 22, 2023: from the Bitwise Industries corporate scandal and Antioch & Pittsburgh police officers' scandals to the illegal infectious disease lab found in Reedley, Dudley Najieb goes into details on key stories that made it nationwide and worldwide.
Here are the stories in part 1:
Bitwise Industries files Chapter 7 while former employees remain broken from CEOs' theft of wages
CA: The business community and governor respond to Supreme Court decision on affirmative action
Expert says people in California are exposed to wildfires the most
Small, wealthy, suburbs contribute to regional housing problems, especially in California
Annual business report gives California an 'F' rating for cost of living and business friendliness
Actors are demanding that Hollywood catch up with technological changes in a sequel to a 1960 strike
Temecula school district board and community is in turmoil; Governor Newsom steps in the action
Governor Newsom chooses diverse judicial appointments, a true representation of California
California promises better care for thousands of inmates as they leave prison
Pain clinic chain to pay $11.4M to settle Medicare and Medicaid fraud claims
ONME News Briefs: Here are five key bills signed by Governor Newsom this past July
California Governor Gavin Newsom made an interim appointment October 1, replacing the late U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein's seat with 44-year-old Laphonza Butler. However, this appointment complicates an already complex campaign, according to CalMatters: For one thing, there will be a special election to decide who serves the final two months of Feinstein’s term, and it will be held at the same time as the regularly scheduled election. So voters will have two U.S. Senate decisions, one in the March primary, and again in the November presidential general election.
Butler was sworn in October 3 by Vice President Kamala Harris, the first Black U.S. senator to represent California and the most recently-elected Black woman to the Senate. Butler will be making history as the first openly LGBTQ person and the second Black woman to represent California in the Senate. Although never holding office, Butler also advised Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2020 presidential campaign before becoming the president of EMILYs List in September 2021.
And if Butler does run, it will throw another wild card into the campaign, in which three big-name Democrats — U.S. Reps. Adam Schiff, Katie Porter and Barbara Lee — are already vying to push aside Republican candidates and make the top two for next November’s general election.
Check out the upcoming early fall events happening throughout California for the remainder of 2023
Looking for some events to go to during the early fall months while the weather is tolerable in California? Then check out the events happening below throughout the state.
As California’s senior Senator and the longest-serving woman senator ever since her election to the Senate in 1992, Democrat Dianne Feinstein, the 90-year-old senior senator from California, died on Sept. 28, 2023 in Washington, D.C. She was born in San Francisco, CA, June 22, 1933.
Images of orange groves and Spanish-themed hotels with palm tree gardens filled countless pamphlets and articles promoting Southern California and Florida in the late 19th century, promising escape from winter’s reach.
This vision of an “American Italy” captured hearts and imaginations across the U.S. In it, Florida and California promised a place in the sun for industrious Americans to live the good life, with the perfect climate.
But the very climates that made these semitropical playgrounds the American dream of the 20th century threaten to break their reputations in the 21st century.
In California, home owners now face dangerous heat waves, extended droughts that threaten the water supply, and uncontrollable wildfires. In Florida, sea level rise is worsening the risks of high-tide flooding and storm surge from hurricanes, in addition to turning up the thermostat on already humid heat. Global warming has put both Florida and California at the top of the list of states most at risk from climate change.
The company behind the '"illegal lab" in Reedley also operated for several years in the city of Fresno incognito ...
Ever since local online, Central Valley news outlet, Mid Valley Times, posted a peculiar news report on July 25 about a code-enforcement check-up revealing an illegal lab, in the predominantly agricultural city of Reedley, Calif., owned by a man who lives in China, more interesting facts are being exposed to the public through news updates.
Southern California residents have been warned to evacuate; see which areas
SACRAMENTO, Calif.--The National Weather Service is warning that severe tropical weather could impact several parts of California starting this weekend. In advance of the storm, residents are urged to stay away from parks, deserts, waterways and off-roadways, and anticipate power outage and water shut offs.
With the possibility of lightning, heavy rainfall, flash flooding, high surf – and even wildfire – the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is also advising residents to stay alert, prepare early, and follow all safety guidelines.
Today, Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency for much of Southern California to support Hurricane Hilary response and recovery efforts as the state continues mobilizing and coordinating resources ahead of the storm’s forecasted impacts starting today. The Governor signed the emergency proclamation in San Diego while visiting with California National Guard troops. Also today, the Governor met with first responders and local officials, including San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria. He also was in touch with federal officials, including the White House.
“California has thousands of people on the ground working hand-in-hand with federal and local personnel to support communities in Hurricane Hilary’s path with resources, equipment and expertise. We’re mobilizing all of government as we prepare and respond to this unprecedented storm,” said Governor Newsom.
“As we head into this weekend, I urge Angelenos to continue monitoring the hurricane and be mindful of extreme weather warnings,” said Mayor Karen Bass. “We know the severe impact that weather can have on our communities. I am making sure Los Angeles is prepared on behalf of our residents, including the unhoused Angelenos living on our streets, to get through this storm.”
Produced by AMPTV, this over 2-hour special celebrating Juneteenth reviews the important points in history in the Anti-Slavery Movement, the Civil War, the history behind Juneteenth, as well as reflecting on abolitionists and historical figures such as, Phyllis Wheatley, Harriet Beecher Stowe, William Lloyd Garrison, Frederick Douglass, Sojourner Truth, Harriet Tubman and former slave, Laura Smalley of Hempstead, Texas (1941.)
Meanwhile, watch the late Chadwick Boseman perform a passionate an excerpt of Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass.
According to Our Bodies Our Selves Today, a collaboration of the Center for Women’s Health and Human Rights at Suffolk University and the nonprofit organization, Our Bodies Ourselves, stated, "In the United States, we’re living through a major demographic shift, in which 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 each day. By 2030, one-quarter of the U.S. population will be over 65, with similar shifts happening all over the world."
The website reference continued to note that our society is not prepared for this aging of the population and the opportunities and challenges it will bring.
In this edition of News Too Real, show host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the March 29, 2023, In an Older Adult Behavioral Health Central Valley Roundtable held in Fresno, Calif., Inclusion & Equity, Not Isolation Is a Priority Goal of California’s Master Plan for Aging. The candid discussion was meant to be the first of many discussions throughout California. Community partners discussed, listened, and learned about the challenges around older adult behavioral health. Because the COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating emotional impact on older adults and their families – compounded by historic racial injustice and health inequities, California leaders are now eager to hear directly from older adults and communities of color about their well-being. They are extremely concerned about data that suggests older adults (65+) are the least likely to report receiving mental health care (21 percent) compared to all other age groups.
The federal government closed Signature Bank this past Sunday; regional banks have the most to lose right now if the panic runs continue--Black banks should be considered
In this episode of News Too Real, show host & producer, Julia Dudley Najieb explores the in-depth reasons as to why banks fail; on the contrary, Black banks have had key discriminatory factors contributing to their losses and failures. Dudley Najieb reveals those historical challenges, as well as comforting news on 21 thriving, mostly FDIC insured, Black-owned banks nationwide.
Fresno parents and teachers were struggling to help their children and themselves deal with loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic
In "Brewing Within" episode 5, ONME News, Julia Dudley Najieb talks to a parent who resides in Fresno County where her son was transitioning from eighth grade to the ninth grade -- in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. She found some workable solutions, as well as roadblocks that were challenging.
Thereafter, Dudley Najieb talks with renowned teacher and coach Chris Finley, who felt pulled in different directions as a parent, teacher and coach. He describes the difficult experience he had to wade through, and the biggest upsets he felt could have been avoided if there was better communication.
Dr. Weber takes her oath of office to serve as California's first elected Black secretary of state
This 2023 election marks several, notable, historical first among Black candidates now serving in very powerful positions in California's legislature as elected officials.
ONME News first noted that former congresswoman, Karen Bass, became the second Black elected-mayor of Los Angeles but the first female to serve in the position; Los Angeles is the biggest city in California with over 3.9 million people. Such a seat will require political prowess due to the many woes that plaque the southern California city.
Meanwhile, former chair of the California State Board of Equalization, Malia Cohen, sworn into office Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, became the first Black woman to serve as state controller; this involves disbursing state funds, auditing government agencies and serving on more than 70 boards and commissions. Cohen will be California’s chief fiscal officer.
Also at the state of California legislative level, Dr. Shirley Nash Weber, Ph.D., will serve as the first elected Black secretary of state. Sworn in Jan 10, 2023, Dr. Weber will serve as the 32nd Secretary of State of California.
Dr. Weber, Ph.D. was nominated to serve as California Secretary of State by Governor Gavin Newsom on December 22, 2020 and sworn into office on January 29, 2021. She was California’s first Black Secretary of State then to be nominated, and only the fifth African American to serve as a state constitutional officer in California’s 170-year history.
Administrator Tracey E. Jenkins of Tulare City School District explains what happened to them during the pandemic and how they are succeeding through the aftermath.
In "Brewing Within" episode 4, it explains in three parts the challenges that administrators, parents and teachers went through during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
In episode 4 part 1, ONME News, Julia Dudley Najieb has a candid, one-on-one interview with Tulare City School District principal, Mr. Tracey E. Jenkins about the disruptive COVID-19 experience his school district had to manage before and after--they are still succeeding against all odds.
In "Brewing Within" episode 4, it explains in three parts the challenges that administrators, parents and teachers went through during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Central Valley coach, Todd Henderson, explains how the COVID-19 pandemic was an accidental beneficial experience for some of his athletes
In episode 4 part 3, ONME News, Dudley Najieb talks with Central Valley coach and teacher, Todd Henderson, who reveals a different perspective of some of the positive outcomes for his athletes that happened during the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. He acknowledges the struggles he had as a teacher during that time, but he expresses his level of optimism for student athletes who got an extra year of playing time or field time; however, this situation was no so good for his seniors, who missed this opportunity when the state of California shutdown in 2020.
In "Brewing Within" episode 4, it explains in three parts the challenges that administrators, parents and teachers went through during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
In episode 4 part 2, ONME News, Dudley Najieb talks with Central Valley parent, Kimberly Belmontez-McKinney who expresses the challenges she went through during the COVID-19 pandemic while trying to manage eight children in her household. The children ranged from elementary school to high school; she witnessed the social behavioral changes from the beginning of the pandemic to the aftermath, which she is managing to this day.
In "Brewing Within" epsiode 3, ONME News, Julia Dudley Najieb has a candid interview with Washington Union High School administrator, Dennis Randle, M.Ed, who is the learning director, about the actual COVID-19 experience from the school's perspective. He addresses the unforseen issues students, teachers and staff were up against before, during and after the pandemic.
In the almost 40-minute episode 2 of the "Brewing Within" series (funded by NABJ Black Press Grant) ONME News publisher, Julia Dudley Najieb, narrates and navigates through the student vaccine mandate that was happening/did happen/or is still happening? Of course this issue continues to be a debate to this date, but Dudley Najieb navigates through the legalize and political stances.
Thereafter, Dudley Najieb features key expert, Dr. Naomi Bardach, who was part of a team that was behind the scene of the impact of COVID-19 on California schools, and how to reopen as soon as possible. Dr. Bardach also talks about her personal experience with her son who suffered depression and anxiety during the shutdown in California. These video excerpts come from UCTV 70-min. program, “Is There an Off-Ramp for That? K-12 Schools and COVID-19”, where Dr. Bardach discussed the impact the pandemic had on children, educators and families and the measures schools employed to keep students and teachers safe while continuing to educate children. She explained what the research found and best practices for moving forward.
In the next chapter, Dudley Najieb explores the pre-post stats of students of color suffering depression, anxiety and other traumatic mental health issues: The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention surveyed more than 7,000 high school students before the pandemic and found that 55.1% suffered emotional abuse, 44.2% reported persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, 9% attempted suicide. Medical experts from an Ethnic Media Services briefing reveal and explain the data and real-life experience concerning the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic on the health of children, parents and the like. Each of them expand on the data concerning ethnic students, and the daily discrimination these students were going through prior to the pandemic.
In the post-pandemic era, where people are learning to live with the different COVID-19 variants, and surges still persist in California this winter season, the aftermath of the coronavirus has proven to be more deadly economically for business, people of color, and especially California's struggling, public school system. ONME News tells this story in a five-part docuseries called, "Brewing Within."
The "Brewing Within" series is funded by the National Association of Black Journalist - NABJ Black Press Grant; ONME News was chosen as one of the grantees to reveal the K-12 experience in the state of California in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The series reveals the struggles that teachers, administrators and parents went through trying to navigate through the school system during and after the state of California shut down. It also reveals the damage done to students, especially students of color and/or impoverished students, although the state fully reopened June 15, 2021.
The almost nine-minute episode 1 of "Brewing Within" tells the dramatic story of the state of California as it enters the pandemic, as well as the aftermath. From fear, to lack of information to misinformation, approximately 39 million residents did not know they were about to impacted by a novel virus in one way or another.
Narrated by ONME News publisher, Julia Dudley Najieb, this initial episode brings the audience into the story of what was happening with California schools, K-12 as the pandemic ravaged the state of California.
FRESNO, Calif. — Covered California brought its “10 Years Strong” campaign to Fresno last week, celebrating a decade of providing quality health insurance plans to people across the state. Over the past 10 years, Covered California has enabled millions of Californians to access health insurance and helped reduce the state’s uninsured rate to a historic low.
Karen Ruth Bass has just made history as the first woman and second black mayor of Los Angeles to former mayor,Tom Bradley, who was the first.
California's secretary of state, Dr. Shirley Weber, explains in detail why the California elections are safe
In this last election episode of News Too Real, show host, Julia Dudley Najieb discusses the misleading headlines regarding the 105,000+ ballots challenged this past June primary election in California. Voters can easily be misled by a narrative in a headline that can be lacking other pertinent information.
California's secretary of state, Dr. Shirley N. Weber, explains in detail why the 105,000+ votes not counted in June are not by the mistake of the voter registrar's office; voters have to pay closer attention to signatures on the outside envelopes, and dates of when the ballot is dropped in a US postal mailbox.
Find out the difference between propositions 26 and 72
In this episode of News Too Real, show host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews in details the seven (7) California propositions on the ballot this 2022 midterm election.
In this News Too Real special feature on the fentanyl crisis in California, show host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews how law enforcement is stepping up to tackle the crisis, full force. Attorney General Rob Bonta has seized almost 1,000 pounds of fentanyl powder since April 2021.
Dudley Najieb reviews the horrific stats of the formidable increase of fentanyl-related deaths throughout California, and the many seizures at the boarder of Mexico and California and Texas and Mexico.
Next Dudley Najieb reviews the Fresno county District Attorney's Office press conference, lead by DA Lisa Smittcamp; Fresno County is pressing charges for its first fentanyl-related murder case against two defendants facing a combined 33 years in prison.
At the beginning of October, President Joe Biden gave a pardon of all prior federal offenses for those incarcerate for simple possession of marijuana. He is currently directing the Attorney General Merrick Brian Garland to develop an administrative process for the issuance of certificates of pardon to eligible individuals.
Before Ab-1793 was passed into law, Proposition 64 (Health & Safety Code § 11361.8) allowed individuals with marijuana convictions to petition the court for the reduction or dismissal of their marijuana convictions. However, until an LA Times news probe found that tens of thousands of Californians still had felonies, misdemeanors and other cannabis related charges on their records that still had not been expunged, even after submitting the paperwork to start the process.
After the recent leaked audio of the city of Los Angeles redistricting committee meeting from last year, high ranking public figures and elected officials behaving badly proved that California is not immune to gerrymandering tactics from desperate politicians trying to keep their powerful seats in office.
Many candidates and incumbents won in the June primary elections; however, the Alameda County district attorney race is one historic seat not to be missed.
In this episode of News Too Real, show host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest northern and central California county-wide elections.
In northern California, two district attorney candidates, are vying for the powerful Alameda County seat that has a population of over 1.5 million people, and almost 12% of the population in this county is Black. This will be an historic election for either candidate who wins this county as the first African-American district attorney of Alameda County.
In this episode 5 part 2 of News too Real News Too Real Election Edition, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the California state assembly candidates running for office in southern California.
In this episode five of News too Real News Too Real Election Edition, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the California state assembly candidates running for office; 12 of those races include Black candidates and incumbents. Dudley Najieb also reviewed the Voter's Choice locations in southern and northern California.
In this episode four of News too Real News Too Real Election Edition, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the California state senator candidates running for office.
In this episode 3 of the News Too Real Election Edition, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the U.S. House of Representative candidates from throughout California. She also reviews the four Black female, Democratic candidates vying for three seats on the U.S. House of Representatives: While congresswomen, incumbents Barbara Lee and Maxine Waters strive to keep their seats, Sydney Kamlager and Jan Perry battle for California's 37th Congressional District. Also, two Black Republican women enter two different districts, although they have no political experience.
n this part 2, episode 2 of the News Too Real Election Edition, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the California state executive office candidates in detail: Controller, Insurance Commissioner, Members of State Board of Equalization, and State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
As the November 8, 2022, General Elections approaches, California is informing potential voters of upcoming deadlines, and registered voters of upcoming voting options and deadlines.
The last day to register to vote for the November 8, 2022, General Election is October 24, 2022.
What registered voters should know:
All California active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot for the November 8, General Election. The County elections office will begin mailing ballots no later than October 10, 2022.
Registered voters can return their vote-by-mail ballot by mail with prepaid postage as long as it's postmarked on or before Election Day and received by November 15, 2022, or in-person to a secure ballot drop box, to a voting location or your county elections office by 8:00 p.m. on November 8, 2022.
The General Election ballot will include:
7 Ballot Propositions
Statewide candidates for U.S. Senate, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Controller, Treasurer, Attorney General, Insurance Commissioner, Member of State Board of Equalization, State Superintendent of Public Instruction
U.S. Representative in Congress, State Senator, State Assembly Member
Supreme Court Justices, as well as other local candidates and local measures.
In this part 1 episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the California state executive office candidates in detail: statewide candidates for U.S. Senate, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Treasurer, and Attorney General.
As the November 8, 2022, General Elections approaches, California is informing potential voters of upcoming deadlines, and registered voters of upcoming voting options and deadlines.
The last day to register to vote for the November 8, 2022, General Election is October 24, 2022.
What registered voters should know:
All California active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot for the November 8, General Election. The County elections office will begin mailing ballots no later than October 10, 2022.
Registered voters can return their vote-by-mail ballot by mail with prepaid postage as long as it's postmarked on or before Election Day and received by November 15, 2022, or in-person to a secure ballot drop box, to a voting location or your county elections office by 8:00 p.m. on November 8, 2022.
The General Election ballot will include:
7 Ballot Propositions
Statewide candidates for U.S. Senate, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Controller, Treasurer, Attorney General, Insurance Commissioner, Member of State Board of Equalization, State Superintendent of Public Instruction
U.S. Representative in Congress, State Senator, State Assembly Member
Supreme Court Justices, as well as other local candidates and local measures.
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest election information concerning the state of California. From the last day to register to how to get an absentee ballot, Najieb reviews the several week election schedule that is a part of the series.
As part of the state’s ongoing response to the monkeypox outbreak, Governor Gavin Newsom today declared a State of Emergency to bolster the state’s vaccination efforts. The proclamation supports the work underway by the California Department of Public Health and others in the administration to coordinate a whole-of-government response to monkeypox, seek additional vaccines and lead outreach and education efforts on accessing vaccines and treatment.
In this episode of News Too Real: Sucess Stories in California homelessness epidemic, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the appalling statistics that are also dismissal nationwide concerning the rate of homelessness in California.
As the crisis reveals that over 60,000 people in California do not have homes to go to at night, there is a sliver of good news coming out of Kern County city, Bakersfield, CA, who has achieved a rate of "functional zero" homelessness in its city; this information was revealed during an Ethnic Media Service (EMS) news briefing last week.
During this News Too Real episode, Dudley Najieb highlights two experts from California featured during the EMS news brief: Mary Scott, Client Services Director of The Open Door Network out of Bakersfield, Calif, explains who they achieved the almost "zero" homelessness rate in their city.
Thereafter, Matthew Lewis of YIMBY out of Bakersfield, Calif. gives a brief history of housing and racism that has led to today's homelessness crisis in California.
In this part 2 of The ONME Network's 2022 California Juneteenth: An In-Depth Review of Reparations in California with show host Julia Dudley Najieb, the 2.5-hour broadcast begins with with excerpts of Juneteenth celebrations in Santa Clara County, Tulare County, and Fresno County.
The 2.5 hour broadcast continues with the review of the California Reparations Task Force's key testimonies. Show host and executive producer, Julia Dudley Najieb, expresses brief, personal commentary as she delves into the two topics of physical health related to racism, and flaws in California's criminal justice system.
ONME 2022 Juneteenth special takes an in-depth look into the critical research on racism against Blacks in California, reported by the California Reparations Task Force.
The three-hour broadcast begins with a healing prayer delivered by Rev. Dr. Paul Binion, II, of Westside Church of God, followed by a review of the history of Juneteenth, then a definition of slave codes, and a feature of prominent author, Shawn D. Rochester, who explains the meaning of "the Black Tax."
The three-hour broadcast continues by explaining AB3121 and reviewing the California Reparations Task Force's key findings overall.
In this special episode of News Too Real, podcast show host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest California state-office elections and congressional races: governor, US senator, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, state controller, insurance commissioner, board of equalization and superintendent of schools, as well as US representatives.
Dudley Najieb also discussed key regional and municipal races in the news nationwide.
In this episode of News Too Real: 2022 Primary Elections;
Let's review US senator candidates, Central Valley US reps and state candidates, show host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the US Senate candidates, Central Valley US representative candidates, California state senators and state assembly candidates for Tuesday's June 7, 2022 Primary Elections.
Dudley Najieb also addresses the issue of the US Senate candidates being printed on the ballot twice--this is not a mistake ... it was to avoid a "constitutional snag," according to CalMatters, who said the the state Assembly passed a bill last year that calls for an election whenever a Senate seat becomes vacant. It also generally requires that election to be held the same day as a regularly scheduled statewide election, “to ensure the greatest participation” and “to avoid the costs and disruptions of standalone statewide special elections whenever possible,” according to the bill’s author, Menlo Park Democratic Assemblymember Marc Berman.
At the time, Senator Kamala Harris left the the US Senate seat to serve as Vice-President of the United States; Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Alex Padilla immediately to serve in that vacant seat.
Nearly 400 killed as flooding inflicts 'untold havoc' in South Africa
Tax Day: IRS reminds last-minute filers of tax deadline
How the homelessness crisis hit one of California’s most affordable cities
Africa experiencing longest-running decline in COVID-19 infections
Individual wealth building for African Americans
California reparations panel ready for first face-to-face meeting
Jamaica Removes All Entry Requirements for Tourists
Why Bracken has made initiative with African American Chamber supporting Black businesses a top priority
Black Student Success Week returns April 25-29, 2022
The Environmental Downside of Electric Vehicles
GM and Honda are working to build electric vehicles that people can actually afford
California public school student enrollment drops to lowest in two decades
News Too Real April 15, 2022: In episode 15 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the top 2022 California treasurer and attorney general candidates; The ONME Podcast Network sifted through the most probable candidates by evaluating their campaign support and grass-root effort support.
State-office candidates who were able to raise 30K or more made it to the initial list of candidates for ONME's viewing audience.
News Too Real April 14, 2022: In episode 14 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the top 2022 secretary of state and state controller candidates; The ONME Podcast Network sifted through the most probable candidates by evaluating their campaign support and grass-root effort support.
State-office candidates who were able to raise 30K or more made it to the initial list of candidates for ONME's viewing audience, (see lists at the below.)
News Too Real April 13, 2022: In episode 13 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the top 2022 California governor and lieutenant governor candidates; The ONME Podcast Network sifted through the most probable candidates by evaluating their campaign support and grass-root effort support. State-office candidates who were able to raise 30K or more made it to the initial list of candidates for ONME's viewing audience, (see lists at the below.)
Here is a list of all the candidates running for California governor in the 2022 June 7 Primary; the top two vote-getters will move onto the Nov. 8 general election.
News Too Real April 12, 2022: In episode 12 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the legislative branch of the California government; she discusses who serves in those positions now, what their roles are.
News Too Real April 11, 2022: In episode 11 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the executive branch of the California government; she discusses who serves in those positions now, what their roles are, and the candidates running against them in the June 7, 2022 Primary Election.
News Too Real April 9, 2022: In episode 10 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the world, national and California news with brief commentary.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the news headlines regarding the controversial San Francisco gerrymandering accusation against three task force members
News Too Real April 8, 2022: In episode 9 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reflects on the breaking news concerning the highly controversial redistricting process happening in San Francisco, CA where residents are in an uproar with the recent set of maps released by the Redistricting Task Force; some people hold three members of the task force at fault.
Some leaders are speaking out against the possible gerrymandering tactics being performed on behalf of the Republican Party, where three members are responsible or a part of the gerrymandering accusation: (these three were appointed by the Elections Commission) Raynell Cooper, Chasel Lee and Vice Chair Ditka Reiner.
News Too Real April 7, 2022: In episode 8 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reflects on the breaking news of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson confirmed by the US Senate to become the Supreme Court Justice, replacing Justice Stephen Breyer upon his retirement. Judge Brown Jackson went through three days of testimony, answering questions from senators in late March. Jackson was nominated by President Joe Biden in February to replace retiring Supreme Court Justice Breyer.
In episode 7 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the California special elections from April 5.
California US House Primary District 22: Representing the Central Valley area, Connie Conway has advanced to a June runoff in a California special election to fill a U.S. House seat left vacant after Republican Rep. Devin Nunes resigned to lead former President Donald Trump's media company.
A native Californian raised on the west side of Fresno, in Solano County, Lori D. Wilson captured 13,850 votes, 97.19% of the valid ballots that were counted. Write-in candidate and Republican Erik Elness of Brentwood earned 401 votes (2.81%).
Lawndale Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles will be in runoff against fellow Democrat Tina Simon McKinnor to fill the vacant 62nd Assembly District seat, according to unofficial results released by the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk on Tuesday night, April 5. The winner will serve until Dec. 4.
District 80: This district runs from the Mexico border to San Diego. Democrat Lorena Gonzalez Fletcher resigned in January. She was first elected in 2013. In 2020, she was reelected with 72% of the vote.
News Too Real April 5, 2022: In episode 6 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb continues with part 2 of reviewing the statistics concerning the increase of fentanyl use and overdoses during the COVID-19 pandemic; overdose deaths are expanding into urban, African-American communities.
News Too Real April 4, 2022: In episode 5 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the Tuesday, May 3, 2022 Special Elections in Livermore along with discussing the crucial headline concerning the fentanyl epidemic in California. In part 2, Dudley Najieb will review the statistics concerning the increase of fentanyl use and overdoses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
News Too Real April 2, 2022: In episode 4 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews this past week's news headlines featured in the News Too Real podcast shows.
News Too Real April 1, 2022: In episode 3 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the candidates running in the upcoming Tuesday, April 12, 2022 Special Elections and April 19 Special Election: Golden Feather Union Elementary School District Governing Board Member, Fresno Consolidated Special School District Election - Trustee Area 5, Vernon City General Municipal Election, Riverside County: Moreno Valley City Council Special Vacancy Election – District 1, Sonoma County: Town of Windsor Town Council Vacancy Special Election, and San Francisco County: Assembly District 17.
News Too Real March 31, 2022: In episode 2 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the candidates running in the upcoming Tuesday, April 5, 2022 Special Elections: State Assembly Member District 11, State Assembly Member District 62, State Assembly Member District 80 Candidate, and Congressional District 22.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews revised, 30-min-ish, daily show format with ONME viewers and listeners, followed by the latest news headlines.
In analyzing the launching of the revised format of News Too Real, Julia Dudley Najieb saw the hiatus as an opportunity to reconstruct the video podcast to a live, daily, compacted broadcast, covering the different regions throughout California. The revised show format allows for more continuation broadcasts, such as what often happens during election time while covering different regions of California.
Dudley Najieb intends on covering four regions in California: Silicon Valley, Bay Area, Southern California and the Central Valley for the upcoming California statewide elections.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Silicon Valley Chapter releases several scholarships due in April for African-American, college-bound students; Rho Delta Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. online scholarship application is due March 31.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Eta Rho Omega Chapter, San Jose, CA releases three scholarships for African-American, college-bound students. Upcoming deadlines include April 1 and April 15.
In this episode of KMER 91, producer host Ken McCoy gives tips for people to keep their pockets green full of money; McCoy describes his experience with a very attentive and watchful bird; he also discusses why HER appeared on popular children's show, Blues Clues.
McCoy also talks about upcoming exclusive of excerpts of a McKinley Malik Lee interview on AMPTV TV show, Let's Talk TV over 10 years ago. McCoy conducted the two-part interview over 10 years ago to talk to Lee about the 1993 incident that caused him prison time when he was the bodyguard of American rapper, Snoop Doggy Dogg. Lee shot and killed Philip Woldermariam, a member of a rival gang, in self-defense.
50 Cent’s Starz hip hop anthology series, “A Moment in Time," will feature the murder case in its season two.
Movie trailers featured: Backlight, Fist Full of Vengeance and Super Bowl Half-time Show.
Producer host, Ken McCoy reflects on a moment he had with the late American, trailblazer actor, Sidney Poitier. McCoy also reveals some interesting highlights and needs for the upcoming Super Bowl Halftime Show in February. To start the new year, McCoy gives a tip through a motivational moment.
Movie trailers featured: The Ice Age Adventures of Buck Wild, Death of the Nile and Fallen.
In honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., listen to what events are happening virtually and in person throughout California.
Listen on The ONME Podcast Network part three of the Central Valley Kwanzaa reflection celebration featuring Imani Day (faith) at the African American Historical and Cultural Museum (AAHCMSJV). The community spoke as a whole how faith can move the Black community forward and the importance of faith being a part of one's foundation.
Listen to a review of the 2021 Kwanzaa Celebration at the African-American Museum from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1. This video features: Kujichagulia keynote speaker, Chris Finley; Ujamaa keynote speaker, Mitchell Shaw and Nia keynote speaker, The Honorable Kimberly Tapscott-Munson.
In this episode of KMER 89, producer host Ken McCoy presents breaking news about the 2022 The Culture Tour featuring groups New Edition, Charlie Wilson & Jodeci to begin February 16, 2022 in Columbia, Georgia. The Black Promoters Collective is promoting the tour along with the Maxwell 2022 Night Tour.
McCoy reminds viewers to watch Matrix Resurrections from a different lens and consider the social aspects presented in the new film currently featuring in HBOMAX and in-person theaters worldwide.
New movie--currently only in theaters--Spider Man - No Way Home, has some unique surprise people can see in the trailer photo.
Movie trailers featured include: Moonfall, and Turning Red.
Here are the latest Kwanzaa events happening from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1 throughout California where different groups will celebrate the seven principles of Kwanzaa for seven days.
Kwanzaa, meaning "first fruits" is a reflective celebration of African-based principles that originated in the United States in 1966 by founder Dr. Maulana Karenga; it is a celebration of community, family and culture, established as a means to help African Americans reconnect with their roots and heritage. For seven days the Nguzo Saba, Kwanzaa’s seven principles are celebrated – Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity) and Imani (faith).
In this episode of KMER 88, producer host Ken McCoy reveals Janet., a true documentary from the perspective of singer and music producer, Janet Jackson; it will air on Lifetime television in 2022.
McCoy talks about smart small business tips people can take advantage of right now before the end of the month of December.
McCoy reviews the healthy act of mindfulness and how it can take us to another place, away from problems.
Movie trailers featured include: Janet, Bruised and Matrix.
The ONME Podcast Network has a new addition to its line-up of original podcasts; The ONME Top 10 in California, hosted by Jordan Murphy, highlights the best of the best in Black businesses, locations, history and other relative lists unique to the state of California and its African-American residents.
This week's top 10 includes a collection of the "Top 10 Advocacy Organizations in California."
In this episode of KMER 87, producer host Ken McCoy reviews BET's 2021 Soul Train Awards, with special highlights of singer-songwriter producer, Maxwell, who received the Legend Award, followed by multi-platinum singer-songwriter, Ashanti who received the "Lady of Soul" Award.
McCoy talks about upcoming Super Bowl LVI halftime show, Sunday, Feb. 13 featuring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar and Mary J. Blige.
Also, Jaime Foxx is coming back in Electro Franchise as a superhero.
McCoy reminds us of the importance of November as Child Safety & Prevention Month.
Movie trailers featured include: Warning and The Harder They Fall.
Here are the latest California headlines:
News & Coffee Episode 18: Murphy talks California Texans, redistricting, and a song for everything
Catch up with the latest November events and the last 'Keeping It Honest and Real' episode 8
ONME TOP 10: Here are some self-care activities for better mental health
Watch last episode of 'Keeping It Honest and Real on COVID-19' from the Black church perspective
Watch 'News Too Real: Child Tax-Credit Updates and Consumer Fraud Protection Part 2'
Watch 'News Too Real: Child Tax-Credit Updates and Consumer Fraud Protection Part 1'
Government imposters and fake COVID cures – How scammers rip off communities of color
Community organizations release ‘People’s Map’ amid growing concern of partisanship in Orange Count
Oakland selected as inaugural city in national effort to close the 'digital divide' for good
Fresno, CA voters voice budget preferences concerning cannabis and transportation tax revenues
Join show host Joquoya Murphy with the latest headlines, social media finds and Black businesses finds.
Within the past few weeks, we recognized that it’s a challenging time within our community, and here is our reminder to you to take step back, breathe, and try some of these activities. All of our information is sourced from Black community-centered sources. Go to www.onmenews.com
In this episode of News Too Real: Child Tax-Credit Updates and Consumer Fraud Protection Part 2, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb features Federal Trade Commission (FTC) experts Monica Vaca and Rosario Mendez. The FTC recently released a full report called “Serving Communities of Color.” The report reveals differences in the way that fraud and other consumer problems affect communities of color.
The FTC expert speakers highlight how majority Latino and Black communities report more issues with car buying, banks and lenders, credit issues and debt collection than do white communities. They also review fraud cases the FTC has one for the public over the last five years where the unlawful conduct either targeted or disproportionately affected communities of color.
In this episode of News Too Real: Child Tax-Credit Updates and Consumer Fraud Protection Part 1, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb features IRS representative Susan Simon and Kenneth Corbin.
Corbin reviews the expanded child tax credit payments for children 17 years of age and younger, (this credit also applies to children 17 years of age on Dec. 31, 2021.) Corbin went into detail explaining that individuals who are single or who have never filed their taxes are also eligible, depending on One's condition. The first eligibility requires if a person has resided in the United Stated for six months; the homeless population is included.
Here are the latest California headlines:
Netflix miniseries explains why the civil rights role is so important to Colin Kaepernick today
The Colin Kaepernick Netflix dramedy reveals the Central Valley racism experience as a Black youth
TO BOOST OR NOT TO BOOST: What is the answer?
Kern County: Agricultural workers lag furthest behind in vaccinations
FDA approves Pfizer Covid vaccine for children for emergency use
ONME Top 10: Black-owned bakeries and sweets are serving California pound cakes and cupcakes galore
ONME Top 10: Black-owned food trucks are serving vegan and unique cuisines throughout California
Since the release of "Colin in Black and White," is mainstream media causing people to miss the importance messaging on racial bias in the other episodes?
Since the release of "Colin in Black and White," is mainstream media causing people to miss the importance messaging on racial bias in the other episodes?
In this episode of News Too Real - PART 2: An in-depth review of newly released, 6-part, dramedy series to Netflix, "Colin in Black and White ", producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews each episode's theme and story line.
Dudley Najieb gives brief cinematic commentary ofn the director's messaging goals in each episode.
The mini series produced by former NLF player, Kaepernick and award-winning, writer, director and producer, Ava Duvernay details Kaerpernick's journey through his young life with the aspirations to be a star football quarterback.
With much sacrifice and perseverance, the young Kaepernick painstakingly stumbles through racism, racial bias, structural racism and Black identity as he pursues his dreams to become a star football quarterback.
Beyond the controversial mini-series, Kaepernick has founded several foundations and partnership who have the unified vision to combat racism through education, and to prepare young Black and Brown youth for potential encounters with racial bias, corrupt police officers or other relative incidents.
Despite the misleading mainstream headlines, Kaepernick's youth encompasses racially biased incidents, structural racism and an introduction to white privilege at a very young age.
In this episode of News Too Real: An in-depth review of newly released, 6-part, dramedy series to Netflix, "Colin in Black and White ", producer host Julia Dudley Najieb gives specific details of Colin Kaepernick's upbringing in the Central Valley city of Turlock, CA, located in Stanislaus County relative to her own experiences growing up in the Almaden Valley.
She reiterates the bouts of racism, racial bias and white privilege he had to navigate through as a bi-racial--although he embraced Blackness-- young person raised by two White parents; as a talented tri-athlete in basketball, baseball, and football, Kaepernick at a young age had to navigate through a Black-culture identity crisis followed by racially biased incidents, while trying to have a comprehension of what was happening to him simultaneously.
Dudley Najieb also details the strong directorial leadership of the dramedy series produced by former NLF player, Kaepernick and award-winning, writer, director and producer, Ava Duvernay that has been overshadowed by mainstream media headlines focused on the first 2 min. of the first show in the series, which dramatizes the NFL comparison to slavery, narrated by Kaerpernick.
As the dramedy series has more insightful topics related to the young, resilient Kaepernick growing up in a predominately white environment as the only "Black" kid on the block, Dudley Najieb also reviews the news headlines which talk about the direct sabotage and conspiracy that white journalists, or white people had toward Kaepernick to permanently destroy his NFL career for kneeling quietly during the national anthem played before games, as his way of politically taking a stance against police brutality and the injustices against Black and Brown people throughout the nation.
In this episode of News Too Real 10-22-21: California Recall and ethnic voter analysis reveals startling revelation, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reveals the official results of the California Recall Election according to the State of California, Secretary of State website.
The Gubernatorial Recall Election results revealed that 61.9%, roughly 7.9 million of the voters said "no" on recalling Governor Gavin Newsom; there was a 41% overall voter-turnout.
In this episode of KMER 86, McCoy spills the tea regarding the upcoming 2022 music, Grammy Awards.
In partnered PG&E technology segment, McCoy reviews the latest gadgets in technology making life easier; blue-tooth watches are becoming the perfect intermediary and safety measure available for people addicted to their mobile devices.
The three movies and series featured in this episode include: movie, Moonfall; series, Invasion; movie, Halloween Kills.
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the fourth meeting of the AB 3121 Reparations Task Force who met October 12 and 13. Dudley Najieb reviews day one, part 2, in this four-part series, highlighting excerpts of the panelist speakers' presented research, identified as "testimony" by the AB 3121 Task Force. Panel topics included: Housing & Education Segregation; Environmental Racism.
AB 3121 charges the Reparations Task Force with studying the institution of slavery and its lingering negative effects on living African Americans, including descendants of persons enslaved in the United States and on society. Additionally, the Task Force will recommend appropriate remedies of compensation, rehabilitation, and restitution for African Americans, with a special consideration for descendants of persons enslaved in the United States. By statute, the Task Force will issue a report to the Legislature by June 1, 2022, which will be available to the public.
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the fourth meeting of the AB 3121 Reparations Task Force who met October 12 and 13. Dudley Najieb reviews day one in this three-part series, highlighting excerpts of the panelist speakers' presented research, identified as "testimony" by the AB 3121 Task Force. Panel topics included: Housing & Education Segregation; Environmental Racism.
AB 3121 charges the Reparations Task Force with studying the institution of slavery and its lingering negative effects on living African Americans, including descendants of persons enslaved in the United States and on society. Additionally, the Task Force will recommend appropriate remedies of compensation, rehabilitation, and restitution for African Americans, with a special consideration for descendants of persons enslaved in the United States. By statute, the Task Force will issue a report to the Legislature by June 1, 2022, which will be available to the public.
ONME Quick Bits News Alert - Due to high winds, PG & E may cut power, starting this morning; PG&E has been sending two-day PSPS notices to alert customers in targeted portions of 32 counties and seven tribes who might be affected.
Quick News Bits: AB 3121 Reparations Task Force meets this Tuesday and Wednesday; News Too Real episode, Recall Part 2 coming up; News Too Real episode, COVID-19 Booster Shot debate continues.
The ONME Podcast Network has a new addition to its line-up of original podcasts; The ONME Top 10 in California, hosted by Jordan Murphy highlights the best of the best in Black businesses, locations, history and other relative lists unique to the state of California and its African-American residents.
This week's top 10 includes a collection of the "Top 10 Black-Owned Food Trucks in California."
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews part 2 from Ethnic Media Services (EMS) briefing this month: California housing crisis continues as Gov. Newsom signs several bills this month to begin to combat the calamity
Speakers featured in the EMS briefing took a look at the implications of COVID-19 on housing equality and community development, how opportunity and restrictive zoning laws are closely connected, and policies and legislation to increase affordable housing stock.
This episode featured experts Ned Resnikoff, policy manager for the Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative at University of California San Francisco, and Matthew Lewis, Communications Director at California Yimby, is a YIMBY homeowner who believes there’s plenty of room on his block for more neighbors.
Although Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several bills this month to combat the emergency housing crisis after defeating the recall, the sluggish start for housing developers to ramp up production may take a while.
Meanwhile, the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated California's housing crisis; Newsom's bill signing abolished California's 100-year plus old zoning ordinances that are among the most restrictive in the most progressive cities, revealing the true underlining of structural racism for many decades.
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews part 1 from Ethnic Media Services (EMS) briefing this month: California housing crisis continues as Gov. Newsom signs several bills this month to begin to combat the calamity.
Speakers featured in the EMS briefing took a look at the implications of COVID-19 on housing equality and community development, how opportunity and restrictive zoning laws are closely connected, and policies and legislation to increase affordable housing stock.
These featured experts included, Carolina Reid, associate professor in the Department of City and Regional Planning and the Faculty Research Advisor for the Terner Center for Housing Innovation; Samir Gambhir, program manager for the Equity Metrics Program at the Othering and Belonging Institute; Ned Resnikoff, policy manager for the Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative at University of California San Francisco. Finally Matthew Lewis, Communications Director at California Yimby, is a YIMBY homeowner who believes there’s plenty of room on his block for more neighbors.
Governor Gavin Newsom last week signed bipartisan legislation to expand housing production in California, streamline housing permitting, and increase density to create more inclusive and vibrant neighborhoods across the state. The suite of bills also will help address the interrelated problems of climate change and housing affordability by promoting denser housing closer to major employment hubs – a critical element in limiting California’s greenhouse gas emissions. The Governor also highlighted the state’s ongoing work to spur more housing production, tackle barriers to construction and hold local governments accountable.
In this episode of "News and Coffee," host Joquoya Murphy reviews the latest headlines dealing with Black children in California, first Black-woman owned winery and the racist sweatpants. She then reviewed the latest people to follow on social media.
Finally, Joquoya reviews three Black businesses in California: the Karibu Lounge in Alameda, CA; Gojo Ethiopian Restaurant in San Jose, CA and Stevie's Creole Kitchen in Los Angeles, CA.
In this KMER 85, producer host, Ken McCoy talks about the headlining of top actors being added to The Matrix Resurrections movie to come out this December; new "Karen" movie may spark post traumatic stress for those who have encountered a "Karen" incident; and Disney is streaming new movie, "Monsters at Work." In PG&E technology sponsored segment, Ken McCoy reveals the latest wireless technology in earbuds.
In this News Too Real episode, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest results from the 2021 California Gubernatorial Recall Election, which Governor Gavin Newsom defeated with over 60% of voters saying "no" to the recall action. Newsom is the second California governor to face a recall election.
Dudley Najieb first analyzes the turnout data per county, followed by a discussion of the polling communication errors the mainstream media saturated without clarifying the misinformation.
As some social media followers took to Black Twitter to express their disappointment in the statements from candidate Larry Elder about slaveholders deserving reparations, some people were quick to believe the erroneous facts-Dudley Najieb reviews data from expert Shawn Rochester, author of The Black Tax. Rochester also discussed the date in Google Talks video (see below) where he reveals the data that says otherwise.
Finally, Dudley Najieb reviews in detail by county the "no" to the recall and "yes" to the recall votes, identifying the deficits per region that future Democratic California gubernatorial candidates may want to focus on as soon as possible; it is no secret that the San Joaquin Valley and further rural north areas in California, voters had a resounding "yes" to the recall of Gov. Gavin Newsom.
In order to change the current California recall process, Dudley Najieb noted from The Hill article that California legislators can refer an amendment to the constitution on next November’s election. They can create an independent commission to consider changes, on which they would then vote. Or they can call a constitutional convention, which would open the entire document to revision.
In this episode of KMER 84, producer host Ken McCoy talks to business owner, Gary Casper about identity theft and ways to protect oneself; ironically the debit card is the culprit.
Meanwhile, PG&E sponsored segment about technology focuses on
a slinger bag that gives people a new way to play tennis during the COVID-19 post-pandemic, as people continue to practice social distancing.
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews EMS media briefing with Tony Thurmond and then a one-on-one interview with California Community College Board President Pamela Haynes about students getting back to class during the COVID-19 pandemic. They talk about the changes made in education to help students overall. Dudley Najieb also reviews California Community College webinar exploring the disproportionate enrollment of Black students.
In this episode of News Too Real Part 2: Will the eviction moratorium save renters and landlords?, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the immediate actions renters must take before the September 30 California eviction moratorium deadline approaches; once court filings proceed, renters have less leeway to workout such details with their landlords. The key is communicating with one's landlord to clarify the options and/or make the declaration of hardship immediately due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Many Black and Brown renters in California still face major barriers, such as access to the internet to complete the county or city provided COVID-19 rental relief, and there is the issue of not knowing about the local rental assistance programs and their pending deadlines
In this episode of News Too Real Part 1: Will the eviction moratorium save renters and landlords?, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the recent challenges that Black and Brown renters are facing nationwide and California-wide in getting COVID-19 rental relief before the looming national deadlines--
Millions of U.S. families fell behind on their rent amid the COVID-19 pandemic and record levels of unemployment. The Centers for Disease Control extended a federal moratorium on evictions until October 3 - this decision was recently overturned by the Supreme Court who found it unlawful for the CDC to validate an extension which can only be voted in my Congress. President Joe Biden's administration national eviction moratorium expired on July 31.
The $47 billion in federal aid available to renters and small landlords has been stalled in many states, where different county and city jurisdictions have been overwhelmed in processing applications; meanwhile, communities of color are suffering from the basic barriers to accessing aid, such us lack of internet access to download the rental relief paperwork or help in in filling out the lengthy paperwork.
The impact of evictions on families of color is affecting the mental stability and physical health of children, parents and single renters; the experts point out the clear evidence of the disproportionately higher rate of evictions for people of color.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with host Joquoya Murphy as she shares quick snippets on black healthcare workers, Black Wall Streets, and the cannabis industry impacting Black and Brown communities.
Following the headlines, learn about a famous Black female travel blogger and other favorite social media finds by Joquoya who also shares her top three black-owned businesses in soul food in San Jose, smoothies from Oakland, and wine from SoCal!
In this episode of KMER 83, producer host, Ken McCoy has an exclusive interview with Damon William Elliott, an American musician, record producer, singer, songwriter and composer, who has worked in several genres of music including hip hop, R&B, pop, pop rock, gospel, reggae and country. He is also the son of popular American singer, Marie Dionne Warrick, who is also an actress, television host, and former Goodwill Ambassador for the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization.
Also, through McCoy's technology segment sponsored by PG&E, McCoy reveals pocket-technology for entrepreneurs getting started in filming and production.
In this episode of KMER82, Producer host, Ken McCoy talks with Dr. Moshe Lewis from "Moshe's Minute" about his difficult upbringing, from poverty to medical school. Dr. Moshe and McCoy then transition into how he relates music to medicine to help his patients.
Moshe Lewis has devoted his professional career to providing compassionate care to people who suffer from chronic pain. In addition to physical pain, Dr. Lewis and his team realize there is a strong emotional component that also needs to be addressed in dealing with pain.
Moshe Lewis specializes in the non-surgical management of musculoskeletal and neurological injuries and diseases. His focus of care is pain relief, regaining flexibility, and building strength with the goal of getting people back to work and enjoying healthy, productive lives.
Moshe is an Ivy League-trained doctor who is board-certified in physical medicine and rehab. He is also an experienced medical expert witness and independent medical evaluations professional with extensive medical case file review experience. He is a former VP of Operations at NASA and a former Director at Kaiser Permanente. Currently he is the Chief of PM&R at California Pacific Medical Center.
Movie trailers featured this episode include: Army of Thieves.
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the upcoming recall election process, featuring California Sec. of State, Dr. Shirley Weber.
California will hold a recall election against Governor Gavin Newsom on September 14th
and potentially select a new governor on the same day from a list of 46 candidates. Secretary
of State Shirley Weber, in this first ethnic media briefing since she took office on January
29th, 2021, will give the details we need to inform our audiences: from when to expect mail-
in ballots, to the number of candidates, to when the polls will open and close and the impact
of turnout. She will also answer questions from reporters.
As COVID infections spread due to the high transmissibility of the Delta variant, four
medical experts weigh in on key questions about vaccinations: how effective they are with
both vaxxed and unvaxxed, who needs boosters and why, how to speed up vaccination rates
before a new variant emerges, what risks we run if we wind up demonizing the unvaxxed.
In this episode of KMER 81, producer host Ken McCoy talks about Yahoo News article Michael B. Jordan developing Black Superman limited series for HBO Max. The series is set to follow Val-Zod while the Warner Bros. Black Superman film, in development from JJ Abrams, may center Kal-El/Calvin Ellis
McCoy gives some brief tips on how to continue to stay safe during family gatherings as the COVID-19 pandemic issues new variants throughout California. He also reviews PG&E's alert notifications for emergencies and wild fires.
Finally, McCoy takes foodtography to a new level, displaying homemade , family taco recipe.
Movie trailers featured this episode include: The Last Duel , Settlers, and Day of the Dead.
In this ONME News Review's, News Too Real episode, Part 1B: CDC Gives Update of COVID-19 Pandemic Concerning Delta Variant, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest California COVID-19 headlines and the California Department of Public Health's reinstated mask mandate for not only schools, but all public indoor settings.
Dudley Najieb also reviews the last part of the Ethnic Media Services media briefing with Centers for Disease Control (CDC) officials Dr. Lauri Hicks and Dr. Jose Montero, who talked one-on-one with the ethnic media about the delta variant, mask recommendations, and other COVID-19 related issues.
In this ONME News Review's, News Too Real episode, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews Ethnic Media Services media briefing with CDC officials who talked one-on-one with the ethnic media about the Delta variant, mask recommendations, and other COVID-19 related issues.
Hear their comments on masks recommendations and why the Delta variant is dangerous to us all.
In this episode of KMER 80, producer host Ken McCoy reviews Juicy J's wise investment to use his moissanite diamond watch to instead invest in solar power firm named Heliogen, which reportedly received a $2 billion valuation.
McCormick Is Looking for a Part-Time “Taco Lover,” and the Pay Is . . . $100,000
Free PG & E webinar is tomorrow, July 22 for Merced, San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties. Call 1-866-501-6088, Conference ID: 5456347 will review how to prepare for wildfires.
James BrownBrown’s children and the estate’s administrator, Russell L. Bauknight, announced that a settlement was reached last Friday after two months of “lengthy discussions.” The settlement will resolve outstanding lawsuits centered on the estate and will allow the process of fulfilling “Mr. Brown’s noble estate plan to fund scholarships.”
Bauknight has previously estimated that Brown’s estate is worth $4.7 million. There have been other estimates that it could be as much as $100 million, according to Vanity Fair, not including his hundreds of songwriting copyrights, which are not a part of the estate.
Movie trailers featured this episode: Jungle Cruise, Sing 2 and Snake Eyes.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb continued the discussion on why to mask versus no masks, based on the advice of three medical experts well verse on the coronavirus: Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding, Dr. Jose Perez and Dr. Ben Neuman.
As economies re-open across the U.S., residents are confused as to whether or not they should continue to wear a mask. The Centers for Disease Control says vaccinated people can forgo a mask, while the World Health Organization suggests that even vaccinated people should continue to wear their masks. Meanwhile, states and counties are issuing their own guidelines.Experts this week will discuss masking options - especially in view of the rapid spread of the Delta variant - and provide information for individuals to make informed decisions. Three experts have a candid discussion about the importance of mask wearing.
In this KMER 79 episode, producer host Ken McCoy features "Swole" fitness dad, the red carpet is back and Black Panther 2 is coming up soon. Meanwhile, Dwayne Johnson's "Black Adam" is in production, to come out in 2022. The Old Guard is a must see.
Movie trailers in this episode include: Disney's Encanto, Beckett and The Nest.
Watch the latest news headlines from throughout California affecting Black communities.
In the grand finale of A 2021 CA Virtual Juneteenth: Celebrating Black Excellence, The ONME Network features two successful businesses, four outstanding individuals in the field of education, enduring Black mothers who succeeded against odds, and swath of unique performances in dance, music, poetry and film.
After interview with featured sponsor, Nick Hill of the Kern County Black Chamber of Commerce, Nirvana Soul of San Jose, CA and Michael's Heavenly Sweets of Stockton, CA are the featured Black businesses in the continued segment, sponsored by the Kern County Black Chamber of Commerce.
In addition to honoring Black businesses, the ONME Network honors four Black educators for their courage to push excellence among African-American and all students; Brandon Gridiron of Visalia, CA; Natasha Harris of Los Angeles, CA; Hardy Frye, of Berkeley, CA and Dr. Akilah Carter-Francique of San Jose, CA.
In this episode of News Too Real, after the Gov. Gavin Newsom recall election update, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the California cannabis industry's distorted view of social equity, explored through crucial data that shows Black and Brown California residents who were targeted the most during the 1996 to 2016 War on Drugs, are still systematically being left out of the business opportunity.
Also, according to the data, Black and Brown populations have had higher arrest rates for possession of marijuana; today these records can be expunged, but this process and funding has been delayed, overlooked or stalled.
In this episode of KMER 78, producer host Ken McCoy reviews HER and the Lights on Festival she is sponsoring; Old Spice commercials features comedy and entertainment at its best; PG and E has a way for customers to be prepared for the next wildfire and the Red Carpet Show is back on this year, according to McCoy. Movie trailers include: Old Spice, Don't Breath 2, and Dr. Death.
In this Juneteenth video four-part series broadcast, week three, episode three of A 2021 CA Virtual Juneteenth: Celebrating Black Excellence, view a montage of statements regarding reparations and Black excellence, learn about the African American Historical & Cultural Museum’s presentation on all the Central Valley Black women in politics – followed by special recognition of elected officials, Kimberly Tapscott-Munson and Paula Massey.
Following the awardee presentation, viewers will have a chance to learn about the California Museum of Jazz and Blues, the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum and enjoy special artist features from throughout the California regions.
In this episode of KMER 77, producer host Ken McCoy reviews the first two weeks of the ONME Network's Juneteenth shows; several African-American actors and actresses will be added to the Hollywood Walk of Fame; McCoy talks of the Five Heartbeats reunion.
Three featured film trailers include: The Harder They Fall, In the Heights and Till Death.
Watch episode 2 of a 2021 California Juneteenth: Celebrating Black Excellence . Week 2 explores the history of Black Music Appreciation Month as well as a detailed look at this year's 2021 Jazz & Blues Awardees, followed by a mini-concert as a tribute to awardees Barbara Morrison & Lennice Lee Bolton, Sr.
PG&E: Come to free webinar for the Central Valley July 22 from 6p-7:30p-Merced, San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties-1866-501-6088 ID: 5456347.
Pharrell Williams' latest project: A private school in Norfolk, VA; Dr. Dre and Jimmy Lovine are opening a new high school in LA; Darnella Frazier won the citation "for courageously recording the murder of George Floyd, a video that spurred protests against police brutality around the world, highlighting the crucial role of citizens in journalists' quest for truth and justice," according to the Pulitzer Prize Board; Tyra Myricks behind the counter at Juicy Pizza.The Daughters of Two NYC Hip-Hop Legends Are Opening a Pizza Place in Hollywood.
Movie Trailers: Space Jame, Raising Kana Midnight Switchgrass.
According to experts, the cause of the extreme unseasonably hot temperatures in June for California and much of the mid-west is due to greenhouse gases trapping the heat, which then gets absorbed by the earth. The heat waves will continue to be more constant if changes globally do not happen quickly.
Check out all the latest headlines happening in California affecting African Americans.
In this 2021 CA Virtual Juneteenth four-part series, watch week one, as ONME video podcast show host welcome viewers to the first episode of the historic Juneteenth celebration. Celebrate and learn about the history of Juneteenth, celebrate the Black Grads: Fresno Pacific University, Bay Area high school. Learn about the Reparations Task Force and hear from community representatives on police brutality.
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the crisis for ethnic, small businesses after the pandemic caused a shutdown of the entire economy; 41 percent of Black businesses nationwide have shut down since the beginning of the pandemic until now.
The U.S. is home to more than four million minority-owned companies in the United States, with annual sales totaling close to $700 billion. As the COVID-19 pandemic hit, many small enterprises had to rapidly reshuffle their business models; 200,000 businesses permanently shut down.
How will mom-and-pop Main Street America emerge from this crisis; will small businesses catch the wave of the expected economic boom, or continue to tread water to stay afloat?
Three experts address this problem head-on: Lendistry CEO Everett Sands; historic Washington D.C. business owner, Virginia Ali and Congressman Ro Khanna.
In this episode of KMER 75, producer host Ken McCoy clarifies the upcoming Spider-Woman character to be played by Issa Rae; McCoy reviews comedian Dave Chappelle's Jun 11, 2020 "8:46" comedy sketch put to vinyl; Tyler Perry's Madea is on its last run; Matrix 4 will feature Christina Ricci; Snoop Dogg the business man and Def Jam and the ASCAP awards are coming up.
The three trailers featured this episode include: animation, Ron's Gone Wrong; movie Reminiscence and animation, Ainbo.
In this KMER episode 74, producer host, Ken McCoy, discusses new upcoming Spider Woman to be played by Issa Rae; Prime Day show is coming June 17; mindfulness is crystal clear in colors; Tiffany Haddish said to play Florence Griffith Joyner.
Video trailers featured in this episode include: Mary J. Blige's My Life on Amazon Prime, We the People on Netflix and Know Fear.
Selected from 235 submissions from reporters working in print, digital, TV and radio platforms in eight languages; the winners were chosen by judges with language and cultural fluency who know the challenges of working in the sector. The 20 selected winners from seven categories included covering the epic news developments of 2020, from COVID-19 and the economic downturn to the movement for racial justice, immigration reform, the Nov. 3 elections, and the 2020 Census. Each winner will receive a cash award of $1,000.
Central Valley-based media publisher Julia Dudley Najieb receives award for her 3 part series on the 2020 Elections. Here are the three media pieces: (1) Watch recap of ONME News' election coverage; it's not over yet, according to election officials - https://www.onmenews.com/post/watch-recap-of-onme-news-election-coverage-it-s-not-over-yet-according-to-election-officials (2) Election 2020: ONR recaps on CA and Central Valley Black candidate wins and losses this election - https://www.onmenews.com/post/election-2020-update-all-california-black-caucus-members-hold-strong-leads-in-races (3) ONR 12-15-20: Check out the Northern California Black election winners serving, starting in 2021 - https://www.onmenews.com/post/onr-12-15-20-check-out-the-northern-california-black-election-winners-starting-in-2021.
In this KMER episode 73, producer host, Ken McCoy, features young Central Valley martial artist, Aaliyah, displaying her Karate discipline skills, another example of a mindfulness technique. McCoy also features calming multiple water spout video as another example of mindfulness.
McCoy also explains the Amazon-MGM strained relationship.
Video trailers featured in this episode include: Claressa Shields premier; Marvel Studios' Loki series; Escape Room: Tournament of Champions.
Assembly Bill 3121 (AB 3121) was enacted on September 30, 2020 and establishes the Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans (Task Force or Reparations Task Force). AB 3121 charges the California Department of Justice with providing administrative, technical, and legal assistance to the Task Force.
Three known survivors of the massacre testified before a congressional committee considering reparations for survivors and descendants of the massacre on May 19. Viola Ford Fletcher, Hughes Van Ellis and Lessie Benningfield Randle were children in 1921 and are now 107, 100 and 106, respectively. In their testimonies, they recalled their lives before the attack, which felt safe and prosperous, as well as the events of that night.
In this episode of News Too Real, with producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, four experts give their best advice from a professional opinion of where the pandemic will lead next related to the COVID-19 virus's traveling pattern, the lack of vaccinations worldwide, herd immunity and the bubble.
City of Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer explains the 2021-22 budget which includes more funds to the police and fire departments; crimes and local fires are up considerably. Meanwhile, District 3 Councilman Miguel Arias reviews a proposal to change the ordinance for blight property ordinances, changing their incentives if they do not take care of eye sores.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with host Joquoya Murphy as she shares how politicians and communities are providing more funding for black folk in real estate and business.
Following the headlines, Joquoya share four of her favorite social media influencers in fashion, #plantmomlife, vegan cuisine, and travel. Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses in food, body butter, and topping it of with dessert!
In this episode of KMER, producer host, Ken McCoy goes over the latest entertainment news regarding Matrix 4 and John Wick: Chapter 4 new premiere dates.
McCoy gives examples of personal photos one can use to practice mindfulness, giving people a chance to decompress from the stress.
Finally, McCoy says to be aware of fire season and other seasons across the nation, such as hurricanes in the mid-west.
Movie trailers featured: CSI: Vegas, Invincible and Respect
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in new across California, addressing racial disparities, poll results, and partnerships.
Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite posts from social media in gentle reminders and an emphasis onmental health.
Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses in self-care, food and coffee!
Producer host Ken McCoy demonstrates how you can find a meditative moment in pictures.
Movie trailers featured this episode: Stillwater, Fatherhood and The Dare.
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb begins with a review of the late April press briefing with group, The Big City Mayors (BCM) , a coalition of mayors across California’s 13 largest cities.
For Mental Awareness Month, Dudley Najieb reviews 15 tips to help decompress the mind.
The featured story of this podcast, "Can Communities Truly Heal Post-Pandemic?" recaps on Ethnic Media Services (EMS) media briefing addressing the concerns of Black and Brown peoples suffering due to equity issues in access to funding and assistance.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with host, Joquoya Murphy, as she shares the latest on reforms in policing and the COVID-19 vaccination roll out at churches.
Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite posts from social media in gentle reminders and an emphasis on mental health--funny baby video sparks healthy laughter.
Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses in self-care, food and coffee.
In the episode of KMER, producer host, Ken McCoy, updates the viewing and listening audience on the Michael Jackson Family lawsuit win and the cancellation of the Golden Globes for 2022.
McCoy talks about being prepared this fire season by signing up to Listoscalifornia.org.
McCoy also features exclusive clip of social-distancing bird getting angry when another bird tries to enter its space.
The three movie trailers featured in this episode include: Blue Miracle, Vivo, and Rock Dog 2.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California news updates on black unemployment rates in California, how churches are helping vaccination rates, and highlighting a black owned non-profit.
Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite posts from social media in gentle reminders and an emphasis on mental health. Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses in chocolate, self-care, and a taste of N’awlins!
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb does a brief recap of news headline scandal surrounding Black Lives Matter; she offers solutions for donors looking for other alternatives in philanthropy.
In the beginning of this podcast, Dudley Najieb reviews Mental Health Awareness Month followed by a 9-min. video featuring Dr. Shaun Fletcher and his personal story regarding mental health. Dr. Fletcher reviews the barriers African-Americans have when it comes to getting help with mental illness.
In this episode of KMER, Producer host Ken McCoy, exemplifies young people staying active in the martial arts and hip-hop training, while also wearing masks to practice social distancing.
Movie trailers featured include: Summer of Soul, The Tomorrow War and Siberia
Producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, of podcast show, News Too Real, uses this entire episode to explain to the audience the basis of the Black Lives Matter controversy; watch revealing, researched findings related to the Black Lives Matter Movement and its key founder, Patrisse Khan-Cullors.
From an Ethnic Media Services and California Black Media press briefing, and in this excerpt of News Too Real with producer host Julia Dudley Najieb, Senator Alex Padilla is featured addressing the immigration reform bill, the reparations bill, and the immediate need for gun safety since the recent mass shootings nationwide withing the last few months.
Senator Padilla also said he does not agree with keeping the filibuster measure--something President Biden has affirmed that he is not looking to change such policy.
In this episode of KMER, producer host Ken McCoy suggests ways to assist with one's mental health through focused meditation and nature. McCoy also explains why its important for children to be active after COVID-19 lock downs.
Also, David A. Arnold is safely making people laugh.
Movie trailers featured in this episode include: Under the Stadium Lights and Netflix series, "Selena."
Lendistry has already processed over 344,000 applications for this grant; micro businesses can apply from April 28 - May 4. Find out more at www.CAReliefGrant.com.
In this episode of News Too Real: Where Are we With Police Relations and Our Black Males in California, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb with Lennice Najieb review the responses and online Tweets after Minneapolis ex-police officer, Derek Chauvin was found guilty for the murder of George Floyd last spring.
Chauvin, was convicted Tuesday, April 20, 2021 for the murder and manslaughter of George Floyd, a Black man, whom he pinned to the pavement with his knee on the back of Floyd's neck for 9 minutes and 29 seconds.
Chauvin was found guilty on all charges: second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
The jury consisted of six white people and six Black or multiracial people; they completed 11 hrs. of deliberation within two days.
In a statement from Dr. Shirley N. Weber, who was nominated to serve as California Secretary of State by Governor Gavin Newsom on December 22, 2020 and sworn into office on January 29, 2021, she said that she is relieved by the today's decision; however, this is just a step in the right direction where there is more to be done.
Dudley Najieb also reviews the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021 recently passed by the Democrats in the House, awaiting committee.
The Najieb hosts also review Amazon new series, "Them," written and directed by Little Marvin, who is featured in mini documentary during the show.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with your host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California News updates on the George Floyd Justice Act, the Clubhouse app, and responses to the mental health crises.Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite posts from social media in gentle reminders, photography, best friends, relationship goals, and mental health.Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses in tech, therapy, and breweries.
In this episode of KMER, producer host Ken McCoy reviews in great detail a comparative of modern racial themes in new TV series written and directed by Little Marvin, "Them," which is a psychological horror that puts the history of racism in an unusual cinematic genre.
Musical genius, Judith Hill, was not only on the last tour scheduled for the late Michael Jackson, but former icon known as Prince also had a heavy influence on her successful music career.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb explores the current dismal relationship of Black males to police officers; but, how is California fairing in this discussion?
News and Coffee - Episode 10:
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California: LA County plans to preserve black heritage, California’s new ethnic studies curriculum in full force, and a pilot project aimed at reducing poverty in Oakland could be a model for other California cities.
Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite posts from social media in gentle reminders, art, Women’s History Month, family, and greenery.
Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses in coffee, eateries, and breweries!
In this episode of KMER, producer host, Ken McCoy cautions viewers and listeners to get prepared for California's upcoming fire season. Listos California has free preparedness information people can watch, download and view online.
The Oscars have announced that they are COVID-19 prepared; strict safety measures will be in place the night of the event.
Multiple long-running series, CSI masterfully affected the way courts view evidence today.
McCoy gives short commentary-tease on new compelling, sci-horror series, "Them," a mental thriller intertwining true California history with traditional, American social issues regarding race.
Movie trailers featured in this episode includes: Limbo, Profile and Victory by Submission.
Struggling to meet the April 15 tax filing deadline? Then take note of the IRS's new tax filing deadline of May 17 for individuals, the self-employed and for those who do not owe the IRS for past due tax payments.
In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb addresses the recent changes for those filing their 2020 taxes; not only has the tax-deadline been extended, but the American Rescue Plan has instilled new provisions regarding the Earned Income Tax Credit where people can take out advanced payments for 2021 tax filing of Earned Income Tax Credit.
Also, people who have taken out unemployment insurance, IRA/ROTH IRA or early retirement have some leeway, safeguards and revisions with use of the "hardship" waiver, if qualified.
Finally, find out what to do if your tax information has been compromised, which may be the case for those victimized by the unemployment insurance fraud or other related tax-fraud issues.
Dudley Najieb features two experts during this episode, Ken Corbin, IRS Commissioner, Wage & Investment Division and Sue Simon IRS Director, Customer Assistance, Relationships and Education, Wage and Investment Division who explain everything a person needs to know about filing their taxes for 2020.
In this episode of KMER, producer host, Ken McCoy talks about movie theaters, gyms, amusement parks and studio tours reopening in California this month.
McCoy reviews Morgan Freeman's star role in upcoming action movie, Vanquish.
Movie trailers featured: Vanquish, In the Earth and Wrath of man.
The Lookout: 'Rape is rape,' say lawmakers pushing new sexual assault laws
ONME Local: Fresno residents say, 'Deny rezone request April 7, reinstate approved community plan'
Commentary: Teachers hesitant to return to classes have led to safer school reopening plans
There's a short timeline for California’s efforts to equalize access to the Internet ...
Rep. Barbara Lee reminds Biden that Clinton, Obama, Harris and Buttigieg tried weed, too
Calif.'s probe into prison deaths ends up uncovering $8 billion in untracked state money
News & Coffee 9: More on National Freedom Movement rally and Black healthcare workers campaign
News Too Real 3-29-21: The redrawing of electoral districts can cost the future of Black communities
KMER - 64: Get the artistic view of San Francisco from McCoy’s POV
The virus, vaccines and new variants: Weighing the threat of a mutant COVID-19 strain
Gender pay gap costs $78 billion: For Black moms, an even more disturbing picture
Fresno: Mayor Dyer announced next neighborhood blitz event in District 3 this weekend
As communities are becoming more diverse, the representation of residents in locally elected seats is proving to be inequitable due to the redistricting process.
In this News Too Real episode, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews in-depth the redistricting process: Following the 2020 Census, the upcoming redistricting cycle is a critical moment to ensure political representation for our communities, impacting resources for education, health care, the environment, and other needs over the next ten years. The unfair manipulation of districts to dilute the voting power of minority communities is seen by many as another type of voter suppression.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California news showcasing Kamau’s new COVID-19 campaign, the National Freedom Movement to address parole, and a list of great Black and women owned wines.
Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite gentle reminder posts from social media, art, Women’s History Month, family, and #blackboyjoy.
Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses in skincare, children’s books, and entertainment.
In this episode of The Ken McCoy Entertainment Report, McCoy takes viewers to San Francisco to see some artistic expression and a business highlight.
Movie trailers featured: Assault on VA 33; Dad, Stop Embarrassing Me and Hawkeye.
On episode 63 of KMER, producer host Ken McCoy reviews the following news: Anita Baker says don't buy her music right now, find out why; AMC theaters to re-open this April; Disney's Lego Land to re-open and new ONME mobile app creates ease for the mobile viewer.
Movie trailers featured in this episode: Us, Cypher, and Iron Man 4.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb features EMS media briefing with medical professions: Dr. Nirav Shah, Dr. Dali Fan, Dr, Turner Lloveras and Dr. Kim Rhoads. They all talk about the mutant variants vs vaccines: Which will prevail in the pandemic race?
On this ONR episode of News Too Real with producer host Julia Dudley Najieb, experts break down the COVID-19 Relief Bill that just passed, explaining how it is different from the last one. From an Ethnic Media Services briefing last week, several experts weighed on the issue to break down the bill: Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi; chief economist, Chad Stone; tax policy expert, Elaine Maag; and restaurant research specialist, Dr. Sekou Siby.
On episode 62 of KMER, producer host Ken McCoy talks about the reopening of LA County to on-location filming since last June; McCoy gives update of Chicago PD executive producer, Eriq La Salle; "The Equalizer" series has a new look with lead role character played by Queen Latifah and Timbaland and Swizz Beatz have sold their #VERZUZ platform to the Triller Network.
McCoy makes a breaking news, special announcement concerning the expansion of The ONME Podcast Network's platform to the Silicon Valley and Contra Costa County.
Movie trailers featured: Danger Close, Blackout and The Warrant.
The website, MyTurn.ca.gov, serves as the state’s “front door” to getting vaccinated where Californians can sign up for notifications for available appointments when eligible.
For those without internet or digital know-how, there is a hotline 1-833-422-4255 with multiple language options.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with your host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California News showcasing news headlines: a new app to help marginalized groups, a study that recreated the famous1940s ‘doll test,’ and a highlight on two black authors.
On episode 61 of KMER, producer host Ken McCoy reveals that Janet Jackson has signed on to participate in an authorized documentary about her life and career, one that will simulcast on Lifetime and A&E in early 2022.
Then McCoy talks specifics about the 63rd Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony to be streamed live via www.GRAMMY.COM on Sunday, March 14 at 12:00 P.M. PT and MusicPower they will have in the schools.
McCoy reviews outcome of the Clarissa Shields fight.
Movie trailers featured: Luca, Proximity and Connected.
First-time college enrollment has fallen during the pandemic, highlighting the impact of the economic downturn as well as the crushing weight of $1.7 trillion in loan debt held by more than 43 million student borrowers. Advocates argue that cancelling $50,000 per student would leave 75 percent of borrowers free of debt, helping the economy.
President Biden recently made waves by saying he would not support this approach. Hear from students, policy makers and experts on the subject with producer host Julia Dudley Najieb.
Watch the latest ONME News headlines: Obituary: Remembering Dr. Wille P. Blair, California civic leader, dad and mentor
White person who jumped vaccine line in Black area shares their story
Barbershop 2.0: The app that’s putting Black health in the palm of our hands
Asm. Holden takes on unfair lowballing when Black Californians appraise their homes
KMER 60: McCoy talks key California attractions as locations open safely during COVID
New state vaccine push focuses on K-12 education workers; a Fresno councilman urges schools to open
In four large cities, California homicides increase
Asm. Sydney Kamlager-Dove pushing law to end 'slavery' in California’s prisons
Producer host Ken McCoy reviews the latest news and information in entertainment and the upcoming California attractions to be open shortly: Sacramento, Monterey, and Hollywood
Movie trailers featured include: Cruella and Fast 9
Tune into episode 7 of the News and Coffee Morning Show with host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California news showcasing: Learn more about the new executive director appointment at the California African American Museum; UC Davis’ newly endowed chair, and a California bill to support black businesses.
Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite posts from social media celebrating blackness in all its glory.Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses in self-care, bikes, and nail polish.
Producer host Ken McCoy gives viewers a stroll virtually through California's popular outside parks and tourists attraction, three of the iconic locations are located in his own backyard: Roeding Park Zoo, Yosemite and Forestiere Gardens.
Two movie trailers featured in this episode include: Coming to America 2 and Cosmic Sin.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with your host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California News showcasing headliners on racial health disparities, the future of black people, and mass incarceration. Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite posts from social media celebrating blackness in all its glory. Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses in makeup, yoga, and candy.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb features experts: Dr. Turner-Lloveras, Virginia Hendrick, Dr. David M. Carlisle, and Adam Carbullido who talk about the high death rates in ethnic communities.
Producer host Ken McCoy discusses Laurence John Fishburne's Lifetime Achievement Award; Percy Miller and Romeo Miller are producing a film on BET and finally the historic moment of Chadwick Boseman receiving four screen actor awards nomination in one year. Films featured include: In the Earth and Falcon and the Soldier.
In this episode of Democracy Revealed, host Michael Wyatt Tucker begins with National news regarding the progress of President Biden’s Covid-19 Relief in Congress. What’s likely to make it into the bill? And how long should we expect the process to take?
In California news, there is an update on the campaign to recall Governor Newsom. It’s gaining steam, with several million dollars raised and over a million signatures collected.
More California news as Tucker discusses the soon-to-be-effect Proposition 19: The concerns that it will negatively impact the problem of Black Wealth Inequality? Tucker gives his thoughts.
There is also news regarding Proposition 22, as a lawsuit has been filed in an attempt to invalidate it.
From an Ethnic Media Services media briefing, Tucker reviews part 2 of President Biden’s plans for immigration reform featuring three more informative clips to share about various aspects of Biden’s proposed immigration policy, including an overview of President Biden’s actions so far and the issue of the Public Charge Rule.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb featured experts who talk about the challenges of opening schools right now during the COVID-19 pandemic: Dr. Louis Freedberg, Dr. Tyrone Howard, Akil Vohra, Detroit parent activist, Bernita Bradley, and concerned, Los Angeles, parent Karla Franco.
Watch husband and wife Cheetos commercial with Shaggy and hear the spill on Queen Latifah's new role in The Equalizer.
Also, mobile device users can use The ONME Network's new web app at www.myonmetv.com for ease of watching podcasts or listening via ONME radio.
McCoy's movie trailer reviews for this week include: Venom and Ascendant.
In this episode of Democracy Revealed, host Michael Wyatt Tucker begins with the news of a lawsuit filed against the new Los Angeles County District Attorney by a union representing prosecutors on his staff. It is push back to his criminal justice reform agenda, which he has begun implementing. District Attorney George Gascon is also facing harsh criticism from fellow California district attorneys and the association that represents them for his actions.
Tune into the News and Coffee Morning Show with host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California news headlines, highlighting minority business challenges, new laws to provide rent relief and upcoming plans for UC schools in the fall.
Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite posts from social media, celebrating the beginning of Black History Month.
Joquoya also shares her top three black-owned businesses from throughout California.
In this News too Real segment, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb takes a deep look at the possible disastrous situation regarding the effects of new law passed as Proposition 19; Black families who own property could stand to lose their investments they have procured within their families for over decades.
The Honorable Malia Cohen representing the California State Board of Equalization, district 2 explained the severe ramifications of this law that passed at the hands of voters --perhaps many of us did not read the fine print.
Now many recipients of such property inheritances may stand to lose due to property tax debt set to change starting this Feb. 16; based on the new law, property rented and not used as one's primary residents is subject to reassessment based on the 2021 base values, not the original value of homes, even if they were bought decades ago.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb breaks down the COVID-19 horror stories of what's true and what's false concerning reports of side effects and deaths from taking the vaccine. Dudley Najieb also features experts Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris and Dr. Elaine Batchlor who help clarify the current vaccines, Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech.
After a memorial dedication to legendary actress and activist, Cicely Tyson (December 19, 1924, Harlem, New York - January 28, 2021), McCoy reviews the upcoming sweet deal for Inauguration Poet Amanda Gorman; IMDB TV is finally on Roku; Verzuz to feature Usher VS Justin Timberlake. Featured guest Verzuz gives some quick make-up tips. Finally McCoy features new movie trailed of the "Godzilla VS King Kong" film.
In this episode of Democracy Revealed, host Michael Wyatt Tucker leads off with national news: President Joe Biden, newly sworn in as the 46th President, begins to sign executive orders, including one continuing the pause on federal education loan payments until the end of September 2021.
In this week’s California news, Tucker discusses the first proposition that has made the November 2022 ballot: a referendum on the recently passed law banning most flavored tobacco products in California.
Tune into the News and Coffee Morning Show with your host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California News highlighting current initiatives vying to address bias in early education, food insecurity in the Inland Empire, and the latest executive stay-at-home order lift.
Following the headlines, Joquoya runs through her favorite posts from social media to bring zest into your morning routine. Joquoya also shares her top three black women-owned business finds to add to your list for the upcoming Valentine’s holiday.
News Too Real producer host Julia Dudley Najieb takes an in-depth look at the groups who committed the seditious act at the Capitol January 6, 2021: QAnon, domestic terrorism, and the threat to democracy.
The three experts featured gave an in-depth review of Christian, Latino and QAnon Trump supporters and the continuing concern from law enforcement and elected officials who see these groups growing.
Producer host Ken McCoy tells where Dr. Dre stands on his health after incident; the Super Bowl LV, Grammy Awards and Spirit Awards are right around the corner; Black Panther is back with a different spin. Movie Trailers featured: Lupin, Tom & Jerry, John Wick 4.
In this episode of Democracy Revealed, producer host Michael Wyatt Tucker leads off with the latest national news, breaking down the various causes of the siege of the capitol on January 6th. It wasn’t just President Donald Trump; the problems the event represents won’t go away when he does.
In this week’s California regional news, Tucker discusses San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s announced vaccine distribution plan, new potential vaccination locations for Sacramento and Stanislaus counties, King’s County’s surge in Covid-19 cases, a Merced County campaign to prevent restaurants closings, and some new outreach on the part of the city of Sacramento regarding potential reform of city fines and fees.
In the final segment,Tucker discusses President-Elect Biden’s announced “American Rescue Plan” legislation: it’s very complex and represents much of Biden’s priority agenda including how he intends to address the economic damage wrought by the pandemic.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with producer host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California News with an emphasis on coronavirus updates and its impact on Black and Brown communities.
Joquoya also shares her top three black business finds: Dime Nails LA; Kick Ass Vegan and the Oakland Black Business Fund.
Lastly, Joquoya features part two of the Swirv Azubuike interview who expands on his vocation as a teacher and his life in Oakland, CA. He also shared the different books he has authored to help people understand his community concerns.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the inauguration of Joseph Biden Jr. and Kamala D. Harris of Oakland, CA and well as local city of Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer's message of retiring from social media for today. Dyer also reiterated that we are all 99% the same with that .1% that makes a difference in which some people find is the biggest challenge to overcome.
Producer host Ken McCoy talks about the latest Verzuz battle, Musiq VS Anthony Hamilton; Matrix 4 is on location in San Francisco discreetly; Lamar Odom is taking up boxing; lookout for Fandome 2021 and rest is inevitably the best medicine to rejuvenate during this time along with a few other tips.
McCoy features movie trailers: Army of the Dead, Locked Down and Sky Fire.
In this episode of Democracy Revealed, producer host Michael Wyatt Tucker leads off with the news of the Democratic victories in the Georgia Senate Run-Off elections on Jan 5th. Then, he moves on to what happened the very next day: the siege on the Capital by Trump-inspired rioters in a futile attempt to disrupt the final steps in the normally peaceful transfer of power from the current President to the next. They were not successful, of course, but it is important to discuss what happened and why.
In this week’s California regional news, Tucker introduces us to new mayor of Fresno, CA, Jerry Dyer, and reviews his message, and some aspects of his early agenda.
ONME News Information Bureau Chief Sherri Smith reviews the latest MLK events happening virtually or outside throughout California.
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ONR producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed the latest MLK events happening throughout California. Thereafter Dudley Najieb reviewed the challenges of vaccine distribution with two experts Dr. Robert M. Wachter and Dr. William Schaffner.
ONR producer host Julia Dudley Najieb acknowledges the heroic effort of Capitol police officer, Eugene Goodman; California Endowment sends powerful message for the future after a tumultuous 2020 dealing with racism; expert Hilda Kennedy talks about the California Relief Grant due today.
Does President Donald Trump's two speeches show duplicity? Dudley Najieb reviews BBC news clip to let the viewers decide.
AmPac Tri State Certified Development Company (AmPac CDC) is a non-profit certified lender of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) on a mission to finance the growth of small businesses through personalized services and advocacy in utilizing SBA resources. AmPac has funded over 130 businesses with greater than $200 Million in loans, creating more than 1,000 new jobs throughout the State of California. Our vision is to help small businesses to build wealth and create legacy by financing the purchase of commercial and industrial real estate and to provide resources to facilitate the success of promising small businesses at all stages of growth. As SBA’s first faith based CDC in the country, with a diverse Pastor’s Advisory Committee, AmPac seeks to lead SBA efforts to connect faith and business. AmPac maintains a commitment to walk hand-in-hand with business owners throughout the lending process and passionately seeks out faith centered business owners, and minority, women, veteran and disabled business owners.
Ms. Pryor is a veteran of the CA Legislature for more than a decade. She first started in the Assembly in the capacity of Special Assistant, constituent communications liaison and finally served in a dual capacity role as Principal Consultant to the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), and Executive Director of the California Legislative Black Caucus Policy Institute, the non-profit arm of the CLBC.
In 2013, Salena left the CLBC Consultant position to lobby in the third house where she worked on a myriad of issues. Most recently, Salena served as the Legislative Coordinator for the NAACP.
She brings her expertise, special skill set and contacts – both inside and outside of the Capitol - which assists her in obtaining necessary information to identify and effectively fight against policies that disproportionately impact African-Americans, and for policies that benefit them.
ONR producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb interviews small business expert, Salena Pryor, who is urging people to fill out the California Relief Grant due Jan 13.
Then Dudley Najieb recaps on part 2 of "How Safe Is Youe Right to Vote?", featuring three attorney experts who explain the letigations cases and voter suppression: Judith A. Browne Dianis, Dr. Gabriela D. Lemus and Myrna Perez, Director.
Producer host Ken McCoy talks about Grammy's moved to March 14, a Happy Birthday shout-out to actor John Amos, big upcoming fight between Gervonta "Tank" Davis and King Ryan Garcia; laughter is the best medicine and Will Smith to play notorious Harlem crime boss in upcoming movie.
The movie trailers presented for this week: Hunter Hunter, Outside Wire and Unknown.
ONR producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, comments and reviews on the latest insurrection at the nation's capitol in Washington, D.C. Dudley Najieb looks at the history of other elections in our U.S. history compared to the 2020 Presidential Election; more similarities than differences are surprisingly revealed.
Finally Dudley Najieb reviews the three experts who break down the safety or lack their of concerning the right to vote: Judith A. Browne Dianis, Dr. Gabriela D. Lemus and Myrna Perez, Director.
In this episode, featured expert, Browne Dianis, a civil rights attorney and co-director of the Advancement Project talks about how the recent insurrection was not because of fear, but due to the idea of having to share power; white supremacist are watching the rise in power among people of color who are becoming the majority.
Trump supporters throughout California showed their support through peaceful protests in cities throughout California. However some cities experienced clashes and violence with other protestors.
In this episode of Democracy Revealed, host Michael Wyatt Tucker leads off with an update to the Covid-19 pandemic in America and its worsening in California. He also discusses some various regional stories related to how businesses do or don’t protect customers and employees.
Producer host Ken McCoy reviews movie trailers: No Time to Die; Black Widow and Avatar.
In McCoy's health and entertainment segment, he tells the reason why one's mental health can be empowered through understanding the natural law of reciprocity.
Other entertainment news includes: actress Tiffany Haddish launches She Ready Foundation for foster children; Ebony Media gets bought by former professional basketball player, Ulysses Lee "Junior" Bridgeman.
He also delivered the sad news of popular breaker, Shabba Doo Quiñones, one of the original dance lockers, his recent passing.
Tune in to the News and Coffee Morning Show with your host Joquoya Murphy as she shares the latest in Black California News and fascinating social media finds. Joquoya also shares the tea on spoken word artist Swirv Azubuike in a two-part interview.
Watch episode 2 of the Central Valley Eviction Crisis docuseries where three experts explain the broken system's failure to take care of people of color: from the courts to unemployment, structural racism continues to affect Black and Brown people in their every day lives.
This episode also reveals the disparities of housing, jobs, and living wages in the Central Valley presented by the following three experts:
Join Joquoya Murphy for a weekly dose of news and inspiration in your hot cup-o-joe in newly launched video and audio morning show podcast, News and Coffee.
The first episode aired just before the end of the year last week, and will continue with new episodes every Wednesday.
Each week in the podcast, Murphy gives the latest Black news headlines, spanning from southern and central to the northern areas of California, directly from California Black media outlet's top news.
Expect to see inspirational news and information, hear exclusive interviews from Black Californians, and be intrigued by her top-three inspirational social media finds for the week.
Watch or listen to her podcast daily at 7:00 AM, with new episodes every Wednesday.
In this episode, expert Peter Hepburn goes over the Eviction Lab created at Princeton University, explaining the details of how they can keep track of evictions in real time as they are happening nationwide--something the federal government does not have.
This episode also reveals the disparities of housing, jobs, and living wages in the Central Valley presented by UC Merced Professor Dr. Edward Orozco Flores.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb shares her grim story as she delves into the shadows of California's eviction crisis head-on. Watch full introduction which includes episode 1 of the Central Valley Eviction Crisis docuseries.
Producer host Ken McCoy reviews movie trailers: upcoming February drama, Land, The Little Things starring Denzel Washington and Redemption Day starring Gary Dourdan.
In McCoy's health and entertainment, he tells his story of the two-faced dog he met on his walk.
He encourages peoples finding time to unplug from all news and information ... reboot.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb features experts from LA County who detail the services available for mental health; especially for the undocumented population. Many people are suffering from the mental anguish of joblessness, homelessness, and the many COVID-19 related deaths.
Dudley Najieb also reviews the stats on Black immigrants in California.
Black immigrants are much more likely than nationals from other regions to be deported due to a criminal conviction.
More than one out of every five non-citizens facing deportation on criminal grounds before the Executive Office for Immigration Review is Black.
According to the report, Black people are far more likely than any other population to be arrested, convicted and imprisoned in the U.S. criminal enforcement system.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the NAACP lawsuit which claims that the Donald Trump Administration, his presidential campaign and the Republican National Committee were systematically trying to disenfranchise Black voters through a coordinated conspiracy. They are ready to prove in court that vote-counting efforts were disrupted by these entities.
Congressman Jim Costa of the California Senate from the 16th district breaks down the recent stimulus package just signed by President Trump.
From an EMS briefing earlier this month, Los Angeles County (LA County) is reaching out to small business owners struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in California's second shut-down.
Enjoy learning the history of Hanukah, Kwanzaa, the Winter Solstice and Xmas as producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews some interesting facts and shares informative video. Then enjoy a 30 minute excerpt from the 2020 California Holiday Special.
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb breaks down the $900 billion relief bill recently passed through Congress; three experts talk about relief bill relative to unemployment insurance, eviction stats and more.
Here are ONME News Headlines as of 12-21-20:
Enjoy holiday production, support the African-American Museum and Black artists all at the same time
ONR: Domestic Violence up due to COVID-19 - Pt. 2; Black women, a much needed, deeper discussion now
Holly Mitchell sworn in to serve on all-women LA County Board of Supervisors
Op-Ed: It’s More Unaffordable to Not Have Health Insurance
U.S. Congressman Jim Clyburn says Gov. Newsom must appoint a Black woman to U.S. Senate
Measure P passes via a court ruling reversing the 2018 election decision; Fresno officials respond
Black women amplify call: Replace Sen. Harris with Rep. Bass or Rep. Lee New Cal NAACP chief appoints Sac woman executive director
Cal safety workgroup endorses COVID vaccine ahead of national rollout this week.
Gov. Newsom appoints two Black women to Air Board
DMV temporarily halts behind-the-wheel driving tests, but offices remain open
Oakland Study: Mortgage discrimination is still alive and well across California
New Cal NAACP chief appoints Sac woman executive director
ONR 12-15-20: Check out the Northern California Black election winners serving, starting in 2021
ONR: 12-17-20 - The Race Gap in the 2020 Elections: Why White Voters, Including Women, Backed Trump
KME Epi 49: McCoy talks 'Hart' to 'Heartbreak' this holiday season as must sees
Democ. Revealed Epi. 6: President Biden chooses Att. Gen. Xavier Becerra as health czar
In this episode of Democracy Revealed, host Michael Wyatt Tucker leads off with updates to the on-going Bi-Partisan Covid-19 Relief legislation being negotiated in Washington DC. How does that split into two bills work? Why was it done? What about the fight for a direct stimulus payment to all Americans?
Producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the state of California COVID-19 crisis in southern San Joaquin Valley counties neighboring Los Angeles County.
Dudley Najieb reviewed excerpts from an EMS briefing centralizing on rent services for tenants and landlords affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Producer host Ken McCoy reviews trailers: Wonder, A Glitch in the Matrix, and WW84 coming out this Xmas. McCoy also talks about the "Wonder Woman," his his life, his beautiful wife.
In this episode of Democracy Revealed, host Michael Wyatt Tucker leads off with a discussion of the so-called Bi-Partisan Covid-19 Relief legislation being negotiated in Washington DC right now. What’s in the disclosed framework? What’s missing? What can we do to make a difference and influence what happens?
News Too Real producer and host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest "Keep the Seat" press conference simulcast in Los Angeles and Sacramento; Betty Williams is the new California-Hawaii NAACP executive director.
Finally, Najieb reviews the Ethnic Media Service Briefing of "The Race Gap in the 2020 Elections: Why White Voters, Including Women, Backed Trump."
ONME News Review Producer and Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed the "Keep the Seat" perspective regarding Senator Kamala Harris's seat. Dudley Najieb reviewed the 2021 election winners in Northern California.
Producer and host Ken McCoy hot mentions include: Chris Brown receives 2020 Soul Train Awards; Kevin Hart and Wesley Snipes are doing movie together; movie trailers Chaos Walking, The MarksMan, and Holiday Heartbreak are must sees.
ONR - Host reviews how LA County is meeting health care and food security needs during COVID-19 era
KME 48: McCoy talks Epps, brave young MMA boxer and why Snoop is the 'top Dogg' right now
Host Michael Tucker also reviews contentious LA County Congressional race
ONR: 12-8-20 News too Real: New Fresno police chief installed, ONME gets recognition and domestic violence up during COVID-19
As California shuts down again, GOP lawmakers push for health, education data
'Forever Chemicals' found in some of our water still poses risks for almost 1 million Californian
Black Women Leaders to Sen. Feinstein: Give up your own seat for Sec. Padilla
ONME executive producers receive '2020 Producer of the Year Award' from CMAC
The 'rona' won't stop, but ONME has something spirited to help lighten dampened moods ...
Producer and host Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed Ethnic Media Briefing concerning the uptick in domestic violence in California; experts addressed the factors leading to the increasing rates of this type of violence.
ONR: Hosts Julia and Lennice Najieb review the upcoming California Holiday Special; new police chief of Fresno, CA is from Oklahoma City; MIT tech news found that credit algorithms are hurting people of color and an app can help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic if used properly.
In this episode of Democracy Revealed, host Michael Wyatt Tucker discusses the reasoning behind his coverage of the Biden-Harris transition process that is building the Biden Administration.
Tucker also discusses Neera Tanden, Biden's nominee to be his director of the Office of Management and Budget. What does this pick signal about the Biden Administration’s budget agenda?
Tucker also gives us an update on the soon-to-be-vacated CA Senate seat that Gov. Newsom will have to decide before Jan. 20, 2021. He also gives an update with the result for perhaps the closest CA Congressional race this election cycle.
In this week's KME 48, here is the latest producer and host, Ken McCoy recaps on: Snoop Doggy Dogg is getting offered multi-million dollar contracts since his latest accidental commentary gig; Omar Hashim Epps is in the cast for Power Book III series; listen to update on MMA boxer Claressa Maria Shields who won gold medals in the women's middleweight division at the 2012 and 2016 Olympics; two action-oriented movie trailers have promising outcomes.
ONME News Review Podcast Show Producer Julia Dudley Najieb reviews LA County's COVID-19 update along with the services available for all residents, whether they are U.S. citizens or not.
Here are the latest news lines in this broadcast:
Black lawmakers from states across the country are meeting this week
Democracy Revealed Episode 4 with Michael Tucker; transitions, decisions, and identity politics versus virtue signaling
As state fights fraud, unemployed Californians get caught in the middle
State’s top Doc Burke-Harris to lead advisory team as African Americans raise COVID-19 vaccine concerns
KME 47 - Dave Chappelle-Netflix disagreement and Mary J. Blige and 50 Cent partnership explained
Small businesses can apply for up to $100,000 in tax credits starting this week
Women Leaders on Sen. Harris Replacement: 'One is not enough, zero is unacceptable.'
In podcast show, Democracy Revealed, host Michael Tucker gives the latest on the transition of President-Elect Joe Biden and President Donald Trump; Biden's appointees for the transition team; COVID-19 update and a review of "identity politics" versus " virtue signaling." Tucker explains the difference between the two and why politicians should not be so loose with the concept. Meanwhile Kamala Harris's senate seat is up for grabs, Tucker expounds on the options Gov. Gavin Newsom has regarding the newly open seat come January 20. 2021.
Mary J. Blige and 50 Cent are getting it percolating for an ABC single-camera comedy series called Family Affair. There's no word if they'll also be starring in it but 50 and Mary are serving as executive producers through their respective production companies; Netflix has removed comedian Dave Chappelle's 2000s sketch show after he complained he wasn't getting paid as part of the deal ; Check out the latest entertainment stocks: SeaWorld, Liosgate, and Viacom Holiday movie trailers guaranteed to bring you laughter and joy: Jingle Jangel and Spark.
ONR producer and host Julia Dudley Najieb discussed topic, "Thanksgiving It’s meaning to different cultures in America" at the beginning of the podcast. Dudley Najieb continued on to review and recap excerpts from Sat., Nov. 21 California Democratic Party Black Caucus media briefing; the podcast recapped on news story "Women Leaders on Sen. Harris Replacement: 'One is not enough, zero is unacceptable.'"
Cal NAACP announces new leader to replace outgoing Pres. Alice Huffman.
The 'rona' got you down? Maybe enjoy this upcoming holiday musical treat
KEM 46: King's directorial debut of film 'One Night in Miami' to feature a Civil Rights moment
ONR: Reviewing Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and 25-Year Racism Study brings startling facts Democracy Revealed with Michael Tucker - Episode 3: Election updates and review
Three California Black women-owned businesses get boosts from Facebook investments
Stay home for the holidays: Gov. Newsom tightens COVID-19 rules
Women Leaders on Sen. Harris Replacement: “One Is Not Enough, Zero Is Unacceptable.”
Host Michael Tucker reviews the latest national, state and regional election results thus far; Tucker also reviews election data from featured experts Dr. Stephen Nuño-Perez and John C. Yang.
Election 2020: Results show California may not be that liberal after all
Black Republican opponent expected to defeat Stockton’s popular Democratic mayor, Michael Tubbs
ONR Podcast: Will communities of color have access to COVID-19 vaccines? Experts say they should
Fresno Housing awarded for work helping local veterans overcome homelessness
KEM 45: Ken McCoy suggests watching Batman and Antebellum through a different lens
Democ. Revealed: Watch episode 2 now on how the Ethnic vote changed the 2020 Presidential Elections
Pressure on Gov increases to appoint Rep. Bass or Rep. Lee to replace Sen. Harris
Your Water Supply and COVID-19: An interview with Edgar G. Dymally, environmental specialist
Black voters most loyal Democratic voting bloc
KEM Producer Ken McCoy Talks "Empire spin-off" with Cookie Lyon character; Regina King directorial debut of "One Night in Miami"; Netflix's new Voice of Fire; Mariah Carey Xmas Special and movie trailers "The Dustwalker" and "Embattled."
ONR Podcast Show Producer Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the 16 symptoms regarding pancreatic cancer; a 25-year study shows the health damages of racism and a Caucasian neighbor behaving badly toward Black neighbors is caught on video.
Episode two of Democracy Revealed with Michael Tucker reviews the outcome of California Propositions 14, 15, 19, 24 and 25. Tucker also reviews the positive outcome of Los Angeles County's Measure J regarding criminal justice reform.
Next Tucker reviews featured clips from a November Ethnic Media Services briefing regarding African American voters' loyalty to the Democratic Party this 2020 Presidential Election; the difference is quite substantial, according to EMS panel expert, Theodore R. Johnson, Senior Fellow, Brennan Center for Justice.
Finally toward the end of the episode,Tucker reviews the national elections and President-Elect Joe Biden's COVID-19 Pandemic Task Force plan.
ONR host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews today's emergency COVID-19 crisis media briefing with Ethnic Media Services featuring medical doctors: Dr. Ashish Jha, Dr. Nirav Shah, Dr. William Schaffner and Dr. Tung Nguyen.
In the Ken McCoy Entertainment Report 45, podcast show producer, Ken McCoy, reviews the latest technology entertainment investment stocks; Christopher George Latore Wallace, known the world over as The Notorious B.I.G., aka Biggie Smalls, is inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame alongside Whitney Houston; Bloodshot Part 2 featuring Vin Diesel is coming out; movie trailers Batman 2021, Antebellum, and Contracts.
Podcast show host, Michael Tucker, gives an introduction to new show "Democracy Revealed" being featured on The ONME Network.
Podcast show host Ken McCoy talks about the posthumous award for Whitney Houston; Chadwick Boseman painting by artist, Nicoli Smith; new Marvel 2 movie to be directed by an African-American woman, Nia Dacosta (director of Candyman); Dave Chappelle in the news, and watch new movie trailers with African-American leads.
ONME News Review "2020 Election Aftermath Part 1," podcast show host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed the state-level wins by African-American candidates, as well as local Central Valley--from Kern County to San Joaquin County--losses and unofficial wins from election races involving Black candidates, (watch whole podcast above.) Najieb will also do a briefer summary of Northern CA and Southern, CA candidates as more races are called.
The ONME Network provided a ONME News Live Special on the 2020 Presidential Elections: Hosts include ONME News Review, Julia Dudley Najieb; co-host, Ken McCoy from the Ken McCoy Entertainment Report and guest host, Michael Tucker from 10 Minutes for Democracy. Special guests included Tara Lynn Gray, Regina Brown Wilson, and The Honorable Cynthia Sterling.
Show host, Ken McCoy talks cucumber snacks, a happy birthday to Snoop Dogg, a mention of the upcoming ONME holiday special, Jay-Z throws big party for nephew, and movie trailers: Raya, Synchronic with Anthony Mackie, and true story, Concrete Cowboy produced by Idris Elba, based upon the novel Ghetto Cowboy by Greg Neri.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb recaps on the latest ONME 2020 Election related news stories and an excerpt from the LA Times about Black people giving a message to the president. Najieb also reviews where people can find voting centers.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the California voting laws; watch excerpts of Michael Tucker with his views on candidates Trump - VS- Biden and his views on Amy Coney Barret.
Host Ken McCoy talks about Change this paragraph with the recent info: Watch host Ken McCoy as he talks about the latest online platform that shows shorts, Quibi before it completely shuts down; viewers can still watch programming!
Meanwhile, Host McCoy reviews current and upcoming movie trailers: The Empty Man, Monster Hunter, and Ma Rainey's Black Bottom written by August Wilson, featuring the late Chadwick Boseman in his final movie.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb has an in-depth discussion with expert political guest host Michael Tucker about Proposition 22. Najieb also discussed Tucker's tips on picking judges during this election cycle,the process of becoming president, what is an electoral college, and the drawbacks of an outdated system.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb has an in-depth discussion with expert political guest host Michael Tucker about Proposition 21. Najieb also discussed the latest election news concerning misinformation and burning ballot boxes.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb clarifies comments made by Ice Cube through video clip on Roland Martin's show, "Roland Martin Unfiltered." Najieb also talks about the agendas for Black America from each presidential candidate's perspective.
Watch host Ken McCoy as he reviews the trailers: CBS Access Stand, HBO Undoing, Horizon Line and Fatman. Also nothing like healthy chocolate Espresso beans for a snack! California is asking you to please wear your mask during COVID-19.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb takes a special look at proposition 16 to reappeal prop 209 featuring experts Thomas Saenz,Vincent Pan and Attorney Eva Paterson..
Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest propositions that will be on the ballot of the 2020 Presidential Elections.
Host Ken McCoy talks about healthy snack alternatives, peaceful walks and movie trailers: Spell, Followed and Iron Mask.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest propositions that will be on the ballot of the upcoming 2020 Presidential Election. Najieb also reviewed questions from audience members: Did President Barack Obama leave judicial appointments for President Donald Trump? Is Pres. Trump considered "the" racist president?
Telemedicine is transforming patient care in California – with some new challenges
Bill would allow real-world test of mental health alternative to policing
'No Going Back': Scholars say lives of Black
Californians must improve after COVID-19 Black Leaders: State can do more to include Black firms in small business support plans
COVID-19 is suffocating the the arts and culture world; now the public will experience the backlash
ONR: Understand the upcoming California propositions for the 2020 Presidential Election
Kristin Sakoda
Director of the LA County Department of Arts and Culture and former Broadway performer, discusses the impact of the pandemic on the arts both nationally and in Los Angeles and what this means for smaller arts organizations and communities of color.
Kristina Wong
Performance artist and comedian who organized a network of mask makers who’ve created over 70,000 masks. Wong lives in LA’s Koreatown, serves on its
neighborhood council and performs her show “Kristina Wong for Public Office” from her living room.
Host Ken McCoy reviews the latest technology that can assist with individual daily health. McCoy also reviews trailers: Fosterboy, Shortcut and Run.
'There's a need for police departments to reflect the community they are policing' say leaders
Polls in the Pandemic: What every California voter should know before election day.
Public safety power shutoff update: All customers who can receive electric service are now restored.
Black Caucus member concerned about how much ban of gas-powered cars will cost low income families
OpEd: Is your tap water safe to drink?
California Gov. Newsom signs reparations bill into law
EMS Briefing Sept. 4 on policing:
Raj Jayadev, Cofounder, Silicon Valley De-Bug, a community media and organizing collective in San Jose, CA, which pioneered the development of participatory defense in criminal justice proceedings
The Ken McCoy Entertainment Report talks about Hollywood opening during COVID-19, Zendaya, Eddie Murphy and Dave Chapell are winners. Deion Sanders to coach at Black college, Foxx's daughter is a winner, Creek fire in California.
Tulare County: The time is now ...Take the 2020 Census today! The self-response phase ends Sept. 30, 2020: Go and take the 2020 Census right now: my2020census.gov
Dr. Dorothy Johnson-Speight, Founder and National Executive Director, Mothers In Charge, Inc.
Michael German, Fellow, Brennan Center for Justice, Liberty and National Security | former Special Agent, FBI
Raj Jayadev, Cofounder, Silicon Valley De-Bug, a community media and organizing collective in San Jose, CA, which pioneered the development of participatory defense in criminal justice proceedings
Host Ken McCoy reveals Beyonce Black Panther 2 connection, movie Save Yourselves, movie Honest Thief, and contest with Will Smith.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb talks with CA Secretary of State Alex Padilla about voting process, laws and updates during COVID-19.
Host Ken McCoy talks about artist KEM, new trailer "No Time to Die," T-Mobile gives our Wi-Fi, new trailer "The Unfamiliar," and Patti LaBelle Versuz Gladys Knight.
Host Ken McCoy honors special tribute to Chadwick Boseman (1976-2020); real horseplay caught on video; The New Mutants; movie trailer, alone and Next season of Warriors.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb features national and California-wide experts who have researched key concerns in the upcoming voting changes for Nov. 3, 2020. Hear more information about what's happening to the people of colors' vote: Nathaniel Persily, Healthy Elections Project, Stanford University
Karthick Radakrishnan, Founder and Director, AAPI Data
Andrea Miller, Founder, Reclaim Our Vote
Terry Ao Minnis, Senior Director of Census and Voting Programs, Asian Americans Advancing Justice (AAJC.)
The Ken McCoy Entertainment Report: Film Your Faith Contest, Hurricane Laura; movie, Raised by Wolves; Brandy Vs Monica on Versus TV; Aaliayah; movie, Gollum and more.
Host Ken McCoy talks with Evelyn Escalera about ways to save energy, be prepared during an emergency, and being alerted for outages.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews EMS briefings featuring experts and medical doctors giving the facts, research and latest on vaccinations for the COVID-19.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews EMS briefings featuring experts and medical doctors giving the facts, research and latest on vaccinations for the COVID-19.
The Ken McCoy Entertainment Report Episode 33 reviews the latest news in entertainment, technology, current events and more!
Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews emergency preparedness tips as experts speak about CA robust plan to prepare residents for any emergency using listosca.org and calalerts.org
Host Julia Dudley Najieb finalized the "California COVID-19 Crisis in Education Part 3" with comments from Pedro Noguera, Dean, USC Rossier School of Education; Shaun R. Harper, Executive Director of the USC Race and Equity Center; and Eddie Valero, Supervisor for District 4, Tulare County Board of Supervisors.
Watch host Ken McCoy review movies "Be Water," Mahalia Jackson biopic and movie trailer, Seized. See what Keke Plamer is up to now ...
The Ken McCoy Entertainment Report hosted by Ken McCoy reviews the Tyson-Jones fight, movie Respect, movie Sonic, and Dr. Lee's COVID-19 video.
Experts review the intense racial inequity gap during the COVID-19 California Crisis in Education: Pedro Noguera, Dr. Shaun R. Harper, Eddie Valero, Mary Helen Immordino-Yang.
The latest news headlines: Bay Area housing group addresses community uncertainty; Oakland Unified School District back to school Aug. 10; Stockton on My Mind and much more ...
Host Ken McCoy talks Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr.; Kong vs Godzilla; King Kyren Gibson and son Real estate principles; movie trailer Antlers; concept movie trailer, I am Legend 2; keeping it safe in COVID-19
Host Julia Dudley Najieb talks in depth about the eviction crisis pre and post COVID-19; heavy newly added homeless population in Black and Brown communities.
The Ken McCoy Entertainment Report reviewed: iHeart Music Festival Sept 18th and 19th, Beyonce's "Black Is King," Jaime Foxx in new Netflix Project Power, Snoop VS DMX and Bruce Willis Hard KIll.
Hosts Ken McCoy and Julia Dudley Najieb give a tribute to Civil Rights Movement catalyst, Congressman John Robert Lewis.l
The Ken McCoy Entertainment Report featured Louisiana, 1300 AM-KSYB radio station general manager, Rhonda Marie who talked about the success of the "I Am Change Vote 2020" events nationwide.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb highlights Ijeoma Oluo's book: "So You Want to Talk About Race."
Host Julia Dudley Najieb gives a special report on COVID-19 from experts featured in past media briefings. As the numbers rise in California, Dudley Najieb accentuates on the expert advice and information.
The Ken McCoy Entertainment Report urging the community to vote! Ken brings in various speakers nationwide.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb talks about COVID-19 by the numbers; people behaving badly without masks; white supremacists taking things to another level; VauhXX Booker news and issue he has with Indiana authorities.
Join host Julia Dudley Najieb as she recaps on the latest June 2020 news stories from ONME News.
Host Ken McCoy talks about the upcoming virtual BET Awards; Jamie Foxx to play Mike Tyson; Ken McCoy's karate school and photo students; the Cannes Festival and new movie "The Lodge."
Watch ONME Network Juneteenth special starting with local 100 Black Men March, followed by a Juneteenth presentation from all the Fresno County Black Organizations , next with a Black Lives Matter community street painting event and City of Fresno Juneteenth Proclamation and the Ken McCoy Entertainment Report, Episode 24.
Ken McCoy Entertainment Report reviews movie trailer "You Should Have Left," Yosemite is open for reservations, and a virtual Juneteenth California celebration is the first of its kind.
California legislature took a knee for eight minutes and 46 seconds at the California Capitol to protest racism and the death of George Floyd, Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez (D-San Diego) took the opportunity to call out some of her Latino colleagues.
Host Ken McCoy features his other half and beautiful wife, Kathleen McCoy. McCoy also talks about the Juneteenth Jazz & Blues live show coming up.
ONME News Special Report covers the latest happenings and protests in California surrounding the George Floyd case.
On Sunday, 1,000s of protesters came to downtown Fresno to express their disgust with the murder of George Floyd who was killed by a Minnesota police officer, Chauvin.
Host Ken McCoy reviews the best movie trailers to watch this 2020 spring: Force of Nature, Unhinged, The Blackout, A quiet Place Part 2, and Train to Basan Part 3.
African-American Recognition Ceremony, two new African-American principals in Fresno Unified School District and the African-American Museum to do virtual Juneteenth Jazz & Blues event.
Host Ken McCoy reveals Disney and Hamilton connection; Erykah Badu releases new Verzuz TV channel; new movie Assassin trainer and Ken McCoy, Jr. talks fish and BMA.
Host Ken McCoy talks about what President Obama is saying to the 2020 graduates, Tom Cruise to fight in real space with NASA, Christopher Nolan new movie Tenet, and The Tupac Amaru Shakur Foundation Inc. tackles mental illness in the African-American community.
Mike Tyson to fight again; Prince and Michael Jackson, friends or enemies? AMC and Universal=al have an on"-demand" fight in economics.
Host Ken McCoy reviews former First Lady Michelle Obama's virtual readings, the "Babyface Face-off"and Michael Jordan's "The Last Dance."
Host Ken McCoy talks about the celebrities who have donated money to help people during the COVID-19 economic disaster.
Host Julia Dudley Najieb talks about how African-American small businesses are suffering from being overlooked for funding during COVID-19 era.
Hosts Julia Dudley Najieb, Chris Finley and Lennice Najieb recap on the latest numbers in regards to COVID-19 and talk with experts Dr. Stacie Walton and other experts.
Ken McCoy brings in the cool, chill-vibe during a COVID-19 stress era: Dale, Jill Scott and get the HBO 30-day special ...
Host Ken McCoy reveals what he does in his pastime in new COVID-19 era; Nipsey Hussle remembered; Disney Parks donates masks, new movie Sea Feaver, Law and Order surprise and more.
News host Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed the disinfectants that DO NOT mix; in the COVID-19 era, people are not sure how much bleach to mix or not mix. Also Najieb reviews popular "rona memes."
Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce webinar options presented to small businesses, featuring Dawn Golik from the SBA and Congressman Jim Costa --COIVD-19 Stimulus
Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews excerpts from doctors and specialist in the medical profession discussing their concerns about COVID-19. They also address what to do about it now to stay safe.
Host Ken McCoy gives a detailed update of thousands of available jobs and companies hiring during the COVID-19 era.
Host Ken McCoy gives valuable tips for families, business owners and individuals during such times. Take a look at some of the great suggestions he has ...
Host Chris Finley, Ken McCoy, Julia Dudley Najieb and Lennice Najieb break down the numbers and realities of the coronavirus pandemic in the most logical way .
Host Julia Dudley N and Lennice Najieb review a special report on COVID-19 affecting residents in California, nationwide and internationally. Host reviewed the myths, misinformation and other developing updates surrounding the virus.
Host Ken McCoy reviews his annual Central Valley Red Carpet the latest happenings with COVID-19 and Tom Hanks, Utah Jazz players and others affected, movie Onward, Netflix news and more ...
Sheila E in concert, "Best" extra award, Vin Diesel in Bloodshot, Candyman in Cabrini Green, and Netflix has got jokes,
Host Ken McCoy talks about how the COVID-19 virus is affecting movies, production sets and more; Nat King Cole Centennial Exhibit to open at Grammy Museum; Tyler Perry's Ruthless teams up with BET; Janelle Monae plays in moview Antebellum with a twist ...
Listen to Ken McCoy's Entertainment Report: Gerber looks for new baby, Apple going down, and Kenan Thompson corresponds, NAB show coming up, iHeartRadio in the mix.
Host Ken McCoy reviews the latest news in entertainment: Learn about the World Expo delay; Executive Producer Chris Rock on Saw, Chadwick Boseman in 21 Bridges and Janet Jackson on tour ...
Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the new Voter's Choice Act being implemented and the contentious city of Fresno mayoral race coming this election primary March 3, 2020.
Ken McCoy reviews the funeral details for Kobey Bryant, reveals the Matrix 4-John Wick Connection, Fortnite and more
Host Ken McCoy explains how Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have a hand in Mercy. Bad Boys for life to have more sequels.
Listen to host Ken McCoy of the Ken McCoy Entertainment Report as he talks about the Oscars, Spike Lee in the Cannes and Whitney Houston and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Host Ken McCoy give an update on the happenings to be on the Grammy Awards: Artist AKA Prince, Amy Winehouse in the Grammy Museum, Google Cloud Conf. in San Francisco, and Fortnite tricks.
Ken McCoy reviews the latest entertainment news, from Eddie Murphy and Cynthia Erivo to H.E.R. and more.
Covering news and information from throughout California: new approach to mentally ill homeless care, man's group home license revoked so he sue s the state, "no-party preference voters" have to act now, and more news.
Host reviews in News too Real special a brief history of racism; delving into how implicit racism stemmed its ugly head, news headlines show that even in 2020 this will be a continuing problem.
Watch live ONME News Reel for Dec. 16, 2019 recapping on the latest news from throughout California: Gov. Newsom CA state surplus, Newsom homeless funding, and more news for you. Review the articles at www.onmenews.com.
"No Way Out" documentary by the Aal Jazeera Network exposes the hard truths of poverty stricken Oakland, CA and other parts of the USA.
News host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the news of the day: Buttigieg and the black voters, Bloomberg's haunting stop & frisk law, and illegal evictions in San Bernardino County.
Hear the latest ONME News headlines from the Central Valley, California and nationwide relevant to African-American communities.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom gave an update last week of the wildfire crisis in California finally under a sustained control, thanks to fire fighters and state agencies involved across the state.
Host Julia gives brief intro to journalists town hall, titled, "Covering Smoke Pollution in the San Joaquin Valley with Climate Central
Attention residents: The American Lung Association recently gave air quality in the Central Valley an “F” grade.
Poor air quality has caused a major public impact on our health: from Valley fever to severe asthma and premature deaths, this is costing residents $11 billion in medical bills and missed days of work. Economically disadvantage and ethnic communities are affected even worse.
Let’s really discuss this crisis, Wednesday, September 11 at 12:00 PM at Toledo’s Restaurant in Fresno, CA; join the roundtable discussion of experts, community advocates and residents; be informed of the facts and what solutions we can do for all of us.
ONME news review is preparing for a special feature concerning the healthy airlines roundtable that will be happening this afternoon at approximately 12:15 PM. We hope that you will join us!