Leaders indicate that the directive does not exclude undocumented immigrants from the count.

The California Senate has already passed the bill and it will make its way to the Assembly for consideration.

The panel also looked at state legislation that focuses on environmental justice solutions.

The program is implemented through the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and is chaired jointly by Baker and Justin Knighten.

AmeriCorps programs like City Year address urgent local needs and fill gaps in social services.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention encouraged U.S. schools to reopen for in-person learning this fall.

Oprah Winfrey is hosting a gala of events honoring the legendary man.

Over the years, Fiokee has contributed to over 70% of hit Songs in the entertainment industry

“Evictions have played a significant role in creating California’s affordable housing crisis and our homelessness crisis,” she said, noting that some extremely low income households pay 90 percent of their income in rent.

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“When you’re thinking about slavery from a generational perspective, it’s not that long ago,” Mullen said. “The legacy of slavery is something that we’re still feeling today.”

“Gov. Newsom has heeded the call for additional guidance on the issue of reopening schools, and continues to prioritize the health and safety of communities,” according to California School Board Association CEO and Executive Director Vernon M. Billy.

Less than 2% of Californians own nearly 20% of the state’s net worth and they are concentrated in just 30 zip codes out of 2,597 in the state.

Prop 15 could not only affect small Black businesses in the state that mainly rely on renting or leasing, opponents argue. There could be a spike in home prices, too, according to building industry insiders.

“We are pushing to hold large scale retailers and agricultural companies accountable, we are pushing for eviction moratoriums, and for more protections in the workplace,” said Flores of the Justice Coalition.