Author: Carma Henry

Floree Emerette Dixon – Funeral services were held January 6 at Roy Mizell & Kurtz Worship center.

 ‘Test Your Bible Knowledge’

Radio announcer Deacon Joe Riley of WMBM of Miami, Florida will be recognized for his mission to keep quartet music alive through his radio broadcasts and concert promotions. During the virtual 32nd annual American Gospel Quartet Convention Brother Riley will receive The Ruby Summerville Dickson Award.

The Conference of National Black Churches has called on African American congregations to embrace a list of priorities — from “government-sponsored reparations” to improved access to health care — as they move out of a pandemic era and into an election year.

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Over the past 12 months, average hourly earnings have increased by 4.1 percent. All employees’ average workweek increased by 0.1 hours to 34.3 hours. Overall, financial analysts said the employment report suggests a positive trend in the U.S. labor market, with moderate job gains and a stable unemployment rate.

For its upcoming Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast, the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum will welcome a dynamic pastor, choir and theatrical performer, to create an energetic tribute

Martin Luther King Jr. 1929-1968

Of significant concern is the disproportionate impact on Black communities, constituting nearly 4 in 10 of those experiencing homelessness. Despite comprising just 13% of the total U.S. population, individuals identifying as Black accounted for 37% of the homeless population.

     Issues members stated are their primary concerns for the next legislative session fall into several categories, including health, education, public safety, social services, homelessness, affordable housing, and economics. CLBC is planning to bring immediate attention on creating legislation around the 100-plus recommendations the California Reparations Task Force panel presented to the Legislature in June of last year.

Nunnie on the Sideline