Carl Dameron

Joe Baca Jr., San Bernardino County Fifth District Supervisor, names Jubilee Pantry of Loveland Church one of the top five nonprofits of the Year for providing food to more than 2,000 families each month. In the photo, left to right, Supervisor Joe Baca Jr., Director Dr. Nita Alexander, and Senior Pastor Chuck Singleton. photo by Carl M. Dameron
May 13, 2026

Jubilee Pantry Named A Nonprofit of the Year

“This was our first year recognizing a 2025 Nonprofit of the Year, and the response from our community was incredible,” said Supervisor Joe Baca Jr. “Because of the volume of submissions, we wanted to recognize a Fab 5, nonprofits that are truly doing God’s work. Loveland’s Jubilee Pantry stood out for its commitment to feeding those in need and serving our community with compassion, dignity, and love.”…

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May 12, 2026

Heroes on Greens Golf Tournament at Arrowhead Country Club Supports Families and Their Children

“Every swing helps us drive change for marginalized children and creates brighter futures through our enrichment programs,” said Damon L. Alexander, Golf Tournament Chairperson….

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May 1, 2026

“The Urgency of Now” Building Capital Access for Businesses and Nonprofits

“For too long, access to funding has been hindered by outdated systems and inequitable structures. The Urgency of Now aims to unite the right people, strategies, and technology to create a future in which grants and federal contracts serve as avenues for growth and impact,” said Luvina Beckley, Grants Fund Manager at SGI….

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"I am deeply honored to receive the endorsement of the Compton Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee. If elected, I will work toward our common goals, such as addressing long-standing issues in the City’s infrastructure, public safety, and the need for a more robust economic corridor in Compton."
April 26, 2026

Compton Chamber of Commerce Backs Bennie Tinson for City Council District 2

“I am deeply honored to receive the endorsement of the Compton Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee. If elected, I will work toward our common goals, such as addressing long-standing issues in the City’s infrastructure, public safety, and the need for a more robust economic corridor in Compton.”…

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The Golden Renaissance Scholarship Gala Recognizes IE Black Leaders with Lifetime Achievement Awards

“More than a celebration, the Golden Renaissance Scholarship Gala recognizes the past achievements of the Black trailblazers who advanced our success in the Inland Empire,” said Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Phi Upsilon Chapter President Terrance Williams….

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Bonnie Johnson (1934–2019), a fearless leader who changed the landscape of American education. In 1972, the League of Mothers, led by Johnson, won a landmark Supreme Court case forcing the desegregation of San Bernardino City Schools. Her victory came after a grueling seven-year battle and school boycott marked by threats of violence from the KKK.

Civil Rights Landmark Becomes New Hub for Student Success: Valdez Educational Services Grand Opening

The new headquarters of Valdez Educational Services will be dedicated to the late Bonnie Sheree Johnson, a civil rights advocate best known for her role in fighting school segregation during the 1960s and as a “torchbearer” for civil rights in the Inland Empire (advancing educational equality and community empowerment). …

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April 23, 2026

Bennie Tinson Receives Endorsement from Los Angeles League of Conservation Voters for Compton City Council, District 2

Expressing his gratitude, Tinson said, “Thank you to the entire LALCV board for your support. It’s an honor to be endorsed by an organization that has long been a leader in environmental advocacy in Los Angeles County.”…

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Bennie Tinson Secures Endorsement from BizFed PAC for June 2026 City Council Primary Election

“I am honored to have the support of the BizFed PAC,” said Tinson, “and truly appreciate the confidence they have shown in my ability to advocate for our city and local businesses.”…

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Photo Caption: “We encourage all eligible voters to attend and exercise their right to vote,” said Professor Kathryn Ervin, President of the League of Women Voters San Bernardino. “Informed participation is the only way to ensure our government reflects the will of the people.”

League of Women Voters Hosts Critical San Bernardino Mayoral and City Council Candidate Forums on April 29 & 30

A Two-Night Deep Dive into City Leadership. The forum is strategically split over two nights to ensure comprehensive coverage of the races:…

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April 19, 2026

The Black Culture Foundation Awards Keith Hosea a Black Rose

This year’s Black Rose Awardees include: The Jim King Founders Award goes to the J.W. Vines Medical Society. Carl M. Dameron received the Dr. Juanita Scott Humanitarian of the Year Award. Other Black Rose Award winners includeAlisha James,  Alton Garrett Jr., Anthony Morris, Chache Wright, Dr. Keith Moses, Marcelino “Mars” Serna, Keith Hosea and Tawon Green….

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