Precinct Reporter News Group

NNPA Website Training in Los Angeles

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 12:45:45 -0700

The Precinct Reporter Group attended a website and social media training session for member publishers based on the West Coast hosted by the National Newspaper

Publisher’s Association.

Biblical Reasons to Vote Against Romney

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 11:09:00 -0700

Biblical Reasons to Vote Against Romney:

After President Obama expressed his personal support for same-sex marriage, there has been a robust discussion among African-Americans about whether his stance will make Black voters less likely to support him in November….

Warning Signs For Obama On Path To Electoral Votes

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 11:05:08 -0700

Warning Signs For Obama On Path To Electoral Votes:

Whitney Houston Dies at 48

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 17:29:58 -0800

Whitney Houston Dies at 48:

Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music’s queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage to singer Bobby Brown, has died. She was 48.

Publicist Kristen Foster said Saturday that the singer had died, but the cause and the location of her death…

Legendary Singer Etta James Dies in Riverside, CA Etta...

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:55:00 -0800

Legendary Singer Etta James Dies in Riverside, CA

Etta James’ performance of the enduring classic “At Last” was the embodiment of refined soul.

The 73-year-old died on Friday at Riverside Community Hospital from complications of…

Riverside Hospital Charged with Patient Discrimination

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:00:06 -0800

Riverside Hospital Charged with Patient Discrimination:

Tokozile Narcisse’s recent discrimination complaint against Riverside Parkview Hospital represents just one of a slew of racial discrimination cases cropping up nationwide of Black health professionals fed up with being denied the right and opportunity to do their jobs.

Narcisse said her case is currently under review by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, which has settled several similar lawsuits over the past decade.

This summer, after coming to the defense of a Black patient who was harassed and denigrated by a doctor, Narcisse claims she became the target of retaliation…

Dominican-Haitian Activist Sonia Pierre Dies at 48

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 14:11:05 -0800

Dominican-Haitian Activist Sonia Pierre Dies at 48:

Sonia Pierre, a human rights activist who bravely fought discrimination against poor Dominicans of Haitian descent since she was a child, died from a heart attack, according to colleagues. She was 48.

Charlie Wilson Garners Two 2012 Grammy Nominations

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:00:05 -0800

Charlie Wilson Garners Two 2012 Grammy Nominations:

One of the most recognizable voices in music today, Charlie Wilson, has received two 2012 Grammy nominations for his chart-topping single, “You Are.” Wilson is nominated for…

Kirk Franklin Makes Inland Empire Debut

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 11:42:36 -0800

Kirk Franklin Makes Inland Empire Debut:

B Ready Productions presents “Christmas with Kirk Franklin” Gospel Concert. Franklin, a seven-time Grammy-winning Contemporary Gospel superstar, host of a hit television show will make his Inland Empire debut on Friday, Dec. 23 at 7:30 pm at Ontario’s Citizen Bank Arena.

Growing Support for Violence Prevention

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 11:40:30 -0800

Growing Support for Violence Prevention:

The increase in individuals seeking support is not an indication of a rise in crime or violent behavior. Instead, it’s an encouraging sign that the center is doing its job and the campus community is recognizing its value, says coordinator Mayra Lewis.

The Demand for Excellence in Education Empowerment

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:15:05 -0800

The Demand for Excellence in Education Empowerment:

The best quality education is one of the most important issues that will determine ones future life, prosperity and destiny. But for Black American parents and students, this is the single most important issue that will affect not only our overall quality of life, but also will determine how we will achieve to the fullest extent actual freedom, justice, equality and empowerment.

President Obama in his remarks at Osawatomie High School in...

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:00:05 -0800

President Obama in his remarks at Osawatomie High School in Osawatomie, Kansas said, this is not just another political debate. This is the defining issue of our time. This is a make-or-break moment for the middle class, and for all those who are fighting to get into the middle class. Because what’s at stake is whether this will be a country where working people can earn enough to raise a family, build a modest savings, own a home, secure their retirement.

Assemblymember Hall Named Legislator Of The Year

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:00:05 -0800

Assemblymember Hall Named Legislator Of The Year:

Assemblymember Isadore Hall, III(D – Los Angeles) has been named the 2011 Legislator of the Year by the Southern California Contractors Association, Inc. (SCCA) for his legislative leadership and commitment to job creation throughout California…

Black Foster Kids Need Sponsors

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 10:30:05 -0800

Black Foster Kids Need Sponsors

NAACP Launches New Social Networking Site

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:33:20 -0800

NAACP Launches New Social Networking Site

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Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:34:01 -0800

Oprah's Philanthropy Earns Her Honorary Oscar

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:31:14 -0800

Oprah's Philanthropy Earns Her Honorary Oscar:

Oprah Winfrey says she understands why some balked when the film academy announced it would give her an honorary Oscar for her humanitarian contributions…

Riv. CAP IDA Program, Free Money

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:51:06 -0800

Riv. CAP IDA Program, Free Money:

For some reason, most people don’t actually believe that money is really free these days, even those who need free money the most.That skepticism may be costing low income people their way into homeownership, or higher education or starting their own business….

Judge Denies Inmates Request to Die at Home

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 10:00:05 -0800

Judge Denies Inmates Request to Die at Home:

Mired in a perplexing web of events, nothing seems to budge the legal system for Patricia Wright, least of all Riverside Superior Court Judge Becky Dugan, who refuses to downgrade one of two 99 Cent Store felonies to a misdemeanor so she can die peacefully at home…

BEHIND-THE-SCENES

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:00:06 -0800

BEHIND-THE-SCENES:

Lalah Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Lionell Richie, Mary J. Blige, Nicki Minaj and more…