By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire One day after saying she wants President Donald Trump’s new chief of staff, Mick Mulvaney, to testify before her committee about his work overhauling the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA 43) was elevated to another position where she will undoubtedly continue to hold President Trump ...

By Lauren Poteat NNPA Washington Correspondent When esteemed civil and women’s rights activist, Dorothy Height, finally departed from the National Council of Negro Women—a place she had made her fortress for over 50 years, many people wondered what would become of the iconic organization, that once helped spearhead the original Million Man March. On Nov. ...

By Charlene Crowell In the midst of holiday festivities, many people wrap themselves up warmly. After all, winter time is supposed to be cold. But this year, just a week before Christmas, there are people who were dealing with the aftermath of something far colder than the weather: college closures with no advance notice and ...

By Elizabeth Primas States are in the driver’s seat when it comes to improving their struggling schools. But how can we make sure they’re not taking the “path of least resistance” when it comes to this important work, risking the academic prospects for students of color. Building on the work done by Bellwether Education Partners, ...

By Dianne Anderson This time of year always gets a little intense for Pamela Foddrell, who has been running nonstop since she kicked off her Christmas campaign – but it’s a happy kind of stress. Many donors choose to adopt entire families for her Tree of Hope, where boxes of toys and gifts are pouring ...

It’s open enrollment time for millions of Californians who’ve enjoyed health insurance and quality medical care through the Affordable Care Act. And Covered California, the state agency that administers the law, once again is leading the charge to get people signed up. “The Affordable Care Act is now irrevocably woven into the fabric of America,” ...

By Dianne Anderson Teens aren’t always just about iPhones, xBox gaming and cool wireless headphones. Some are also getting real about helping those less fortunate this season by collecting coats and warm jackets as part of their community outreach service. They may not be able to afford much, but they always make a way to ...

By Genoa Barrow, Sacramento Observer He fought tirelessly to secure economic opportunities for African Americans throughout the state and beyond and now, after a long battle with cancer, he’s at rest. Aubry Stone, founder and CEO of the California Black Chamber of Commerce died Nov. 28. He was 74 years old. Stone, affectionately referred to ...

By Dianne Anderson Lots of wrapping going on this time of year, but the best gift is a long life. December 1 is World AIDS Day, but the urgency is nowhere near those harrowing early years of the virus that had an entire generation on high alert for protected sex. The virus could lie dormant ...

By Dianne Anderson Long before AB 19 became state law allowing all full time community college students a free year of tuition, Long Beach Community College leaders had already taken the lead on their own local program to clear the path to higher education. Lately, LBCC has upped the ante even more. Free tuition has ...