October 22 | Volume 40 No. 32

• COMPLIMENTARY
• Volume 40 No. 32
• Thursday
• October 22, 2026

Honoring Local Citizens at LWVSB 51st Event

Front Row (L/R): Evelyn Dominguez, Patricia Plenty, Cassie MacDuff, Andrea Galvan, Diana Alexander, and Alfonzo Duncan. Second Row (L/R): Kathy Ervin (LWVSB President), Cortez Brown, Aaron Burgess, Antonio Winters, Robert Whiteside, Marty Sellers, Robert Grayson, Richard Brown, Twillea Evans-Carthen (LWVSB COA & CE Chair), Evelyn Dominguez (LWVSB YCE Chair) Story on page 8.

Becerra Hosts Meet-and-Greet with Black Leaders in L.A.

By Joe W. Bowers Jr. | California Black Media

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra met with Black elected officials and faith, labor, civic and community leaders in South Los Angeles on Oct. 15, outlining his priorities for working families, education, housing and health care. He also pledged to defend diversity, equity and inclu sion (DEI) programs against federal opposition and tie state homelessness funding to results. Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell introduced Becerra, citing his service in the state Assembly, Congress, as California attorney general and as U.S. secretary of health and human services. She said his record of challenging the Trump ad ministration would be important as California con See "Becerra Hos..." See page 8

Community Invited to Edward- Dean Museum & Gardens Grand Reopening Ceremony

Ballot Party in Corona Brings Voters Together to Discuss California Propositions

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Community Invited to Edward-Dean Museum & Gardens Grand Reopening Ceremony

Thursday, October 22, 2026

Raising a Child Shouldn’t Break the Bank California is Assisting Families with Childcare Cost

CHERRY VALLEY, CA – Riverside County Fifth District Supervi sor Dr. Yxstian Gutierrez, in part nership with the Riverside County Office of Economic Development, invites the public to celebrate the Grand Reopening of the newly renovated Edward Dean Museum & Gardens. The ceremony will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 9401 Oak Glen Road, Cherry Valley, CA 92223. “Arts and culture bring people together and help define a com munity’s identity,” said Supervisor Gutierrez. “I’m thrilled to welcome residents back to the Edward Dean Museum & Gardens to enjoy its art, history, and beautifully refreshed grounds.” The Edward Dean Museum & Gardens will debut a series of transformative enhancements de signed to elevate the visitor expe rience and expand opportunities for special events. The museum interior now features new floor ing and updated paint, creating a brighter, more welcoming environment. The museum also highlights an America’s 250th anniversary exhibit, through the end of 2026. Additionally, the new Kay Plaza, an elegant outdoor venue that blends indoor and outdoor settings for weddings and com See "Edward Dean..." page 7

California families are paying less for subsidized childcare un der new fee schedules introduced since 2019, according to informa tion from the Public Policy Insti tute of California (PPIC). The state has expanded subsi dized childcare, introduced free transitional kindergarten for 4-year-olds, and increased access to before- and after-school pro grams as part of broader efforts to reduce the financial burden of raising children. However, childcare affordability remains a chal lenge for many families. According to a PPIC chart cited by the administration, a family of three earning $60,000 annually would have paid approximately

$7,000 a year in fees for fulltime subsidized childcare under the 2019-20 schedule. Under the 2025-26 schedule, the annual fee is zero. The figures are adjusted for inflation. “Raising a child shouldn’t break the bank,” Newsom said. He added that the state has lowered costs, expanded access to affordable care, and increased educational opportunities to help parents and children thrive. Since 2019, California has added approximately 149,000 subsidized childcare slots and awarded 3,800 grants to providers to improve fa cilities and expand capacity. The See "Raising a Chi..." page 7

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Former Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez Backs Proposition 40 as Billionaire Tax Divides California Labor

Former Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez

California Federation of Labor Unions Presi dent Lorena Gonzalez says Proposition (Prop) 40 would provide temporary funding to pro tect Medi-Cal, hospitals and health care jobs from federal cuts. Opponents warn the tax could weaken Cali fornia's finances. Prop 40, which is on the Nov. 3 ballot, would impose a one-time 5% tax on billionaires who were California residents on Jan. 1, 2026. Real estate and retirement accounts generally would be excluded. The measure directs 90% of the revenue to health care. The rest would go to education, food assistance and administration. The mon ey would be exempt from constitutional rules governing school funding and the state's spend ing limit. The nonpartisan Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) estimates the tax would raise tens of billions of dollars over several years. It says

By Joe W. Bowers, Jr. | California Black Media changes in billionaire behavior, including leaving California, could reduce state income tax collections by less than $1 billion a year. Gonzalez, who represented the 80th District in the State Assembly from 2013 to 2022, said Prop 40 is needed because the federal taxand-spending law signed by President Donald Trump reduced projected federal Medicaid spending while extending tax cuts. Medicaid is known as Medi-Cal in California. Gonzalez said Medi-Cal is especially important in Black and Latino communities because it covers many children and families. Some union members also rely on the program. “If we need to have a bridge to fund Medi-Cal while this president is in office, it makes sense to tax the billionaires,” Gonzalez told Califor nia Black Media (CBM).

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Sacramento: Golden State Legislative Reunion Brings Together Lawmakers and Officials Who Served Between 1964 and 1995

Decades of political history, legislative bat tles and bipartisan relationships came to life in Sacramento on October 9 as some of Califor nia’s most influential former lawmakers gath ered for the Golden State Legislative Reunion. In addition to former and current legislators, the event, held at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in the state capital, also brought together former governors, constitutional officers and other po litical figures. Hosted by former Republican legislative leader Jim Brulte and former Democratic As sembly Speaker Willie Brown, the reunion honored lawmakers elected to the California Senate and Assembly between 1964 and 1995. Brown, who served in the Assembly from 1964 to 1995 and held the speakership for nearly 15 years, described the reunion as a “unique occasion” to recognize particular con tributions of lawmakers from both parties. “We want to think seriously about the achievement of this body, members of the Assembly, some who went on to join the Senate, and some who went off to other places,” Brown said. “We do want to thank the sponsors for making it possible for all of us to enjoy and renew relationships.” A towering figure in California politics, Brown rose to become the Democratic whip in 1969 and later chaired influential commit tees, including Ways and Means and Revenue and Taxation. He became the first Black Cali fornian to serve as Assembly speaker in De cember 1980 and remains the longest-serving speaker in California history.

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Thursday, October 22, 2026

Ballot Party in Corona Brings Voters Together to Discuss California Propositions Ahead of November Election

By California Black Media Staff

With California's November 3 general elec tion approaching, a little more than two dozen Inland Empire residents gathered at The Wine Down, a Black-owned business in downtown Corona, on October 19 for an evening of con versation, questions and voter education. The ballot party was hosted by Dr. Tiffanie Tate, a physician, Navy veteran and Democratic candidate for California's 32nd State Senate District. The event gave residents an opportunity to discuss statewide propositions and local measures before casting their ballots. For Tate, the gathering was about creating a space where residents could ask questions about complicated ballot language without feeling intimidated.

"As a physician, I've always been an organizer and a supporter, and I wanted to make sure that people were well informed," Tate said. "A lot of times people are like, 'I don't understand the propositions. I don't understand the ballot.'" Participants discussed propositions involving campaign financing, voting requirements, housing affordability, medical research, taxa tion, public services and environmental regulations. The conversation became particularly animated around Propositions 40, 41 and 42, three measures involving state taxation and fiscal policy. Tate encouraged residents to look beyond campaign advertisements and consider how the measures could affect public services and California's economic future. Voter identification requirements prompted questions about whether additional docu mentation could create barriers for seniors, low-income residents and people who do not drive. Participants also discussed a proposed homeownership financing program, including income eligibility, home prices and whether the assistance would realistically help families struggling to buy homes in Southern Califor nia.

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South Africa Tops Ranking Health Event Brings Experts of African Financial Markets and Honest Conversations to the Inland Empire

The Living Room grew from a shared commitment to making important health information ac cessible and turning awareness into action. For Entrepreneur and Business Mogul Timothy Stansell, that commitment is deeply personal. A serious heart-health scare prompted him to learn more about cardiovascular health and the importance of informed lifestyle choices. The experience marked a fresh start and inspired him to be come an advocate for heart health, particularly among men. Through his work as a health ambassador with Healthy Heart Nation, founded by Dr. Colum bus Batiste and Danette Batiste, a nonprofit organization committed to building healthier communities, Stansell deepened his understanding of health education and the value of sharing that knowl edge with others.

Through meetings with Dr. Batiste, Stansell was inspired about building healthy communities. He recognized the need for accessible conversations about prevention and wellness motivating Stansell to partner with Anissa LaCount, MD, to develop “The Living Room” a welcoming space where medical professionals and com munity members can come together for open, conversation and informative discussions. In June 2026, The Living Room hosted a men’s health gathering focused on prostate cancer, heart disease, and mental wellness, bringing these important topics into a community-centered conversation.

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South Africa, Mauritius, and Namibia have been ranked as Africa’s most attractive financial markets in the 2026 Absa Africa Financial Markets Index. The in dex, released recently, evaluated 29 African countries using a set of indicators, including market depth, foreign exchange access, macroeconomic conditions, and legal standards. South Africa re tained first place with 85 points out of 100, followed by Mauritius at 77 and Namibia at 71. Uganda, Kenya, Ghana, and Botswana also featured among the top seven.

Nigeria, Tanzania, and Morocco complete the top 10. Overall, 21 of the 29 markets improved their scores from 2025, while five de clined, and three remained unchanged. Cape Verde recorded the largest improvement, gaining seven points, followed by Ghana with six and DR Congo with five. The report attributes the broader progress to improving economic conditions, greater product diversifi cation, stronger foreign exchange reserves, and increased transparency.

Zimbabwe’s Ruling Party Backs Mnangagwa for 2030

Thursday, October 22, 2026

As the Number of California Aging Workers Rise, Black Participation Holds Steady

As the Number of California Aging Workers Rise, Black Participation Holds Steady

Zimbabwe’s ruling ZANU-PF scrapped direct presidential elechas unanimously chosen President tions, meaning parliament will

Emmerson Mnangagwa, 84, as its now choose the head of state.

candidate for the 2030 national elections. The elections were previously scheduled for 2028. How ever, Mnangagwa recently signed

Mnangagwa has led the southern African country since 2017, when a coup ousted longtime leader Robert Mugabe, under whom he

California’s older workforce is expected to grow significantly over the next 15 years, reshap ing the state’s labor market as See "As the Numbe..." page 8 constitutional amendments that pushed his current term to 2030 had served as vice president. By 2030, he will have been in power

Continued from page 3 and lengthened presidential and parliamentary terms from five for 13 years. If Mnangagwa wins another term, he could remain in Raising a Child Shouldn’t Break years to seven. The changes also office well into his 90s.

Continued from page 3 the Bank state has also expanded beforeannually can receive up to 90%

Edward-Dean Museum & and after-school care and summer programs for students in transi tional kindergarten through sixth

Gardens Grand Reopening grade, offering activities such as homework assistance, arts, music, of their regular wages while on leave. California has also provided free meals to public school students and established the CalKIDS savmunity celebrations. The adjacent Kay Building has been expanded to include larger restrooms and a modernized kitchen, supporting events of all sizes. Additional improvements include upgraded parking, extensive

ADA compliant accessibility fea tures, refreshed landscaping, and advanced water quality drainage systems. Together, these upgrades create a more welcoming, accessible, and picturesque destination for visitors and museum patrons.

and science enrichment. Universal transitional kindergarten is another major component of the state's strategy. The free program is available to all 4-yearolds in California, providing early education while helping families avoid some childcare expenses. California enrolled 213,313 chil dren in transitional kindergarten during the 2025-26 school year. The Newsom administration says the state has invested $12.5 billion since 2019 to implement the program statewide. Other initiatives include expand ing paid family leave from six weeks to eight weeks and increasing wage replacement for eligible workers. Those earning less than $65,000 ings program, which provides eligible children with accounts to help cover future college and ca reer training expenses. The state has further supported childcare providers through collective bargaining, committing more than $800 million to health, retirement, and training benefits for members of Child Care Pro viders United. While these initiatives have ex panded support for families, the PPIC figures specifically illustrate changes in subsidized childcare fees, not the full cost of care for every household. Ensuring that affordable, accessible childcare is available to families across in come levels remains an ongoing challenge for California.

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Honoring Local Citizens at LWVSB 51st Event

Over 125 community members came together to witness 2026 Citizens of Achievement and Civic Engagement honorees be recognized on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Sterling Natural Resource Center, Highland, California at the League of Women Voters, San Bernardino 51st Citizens of Achievement and Civic Engagement ceremony. Congratulations to Diana Alex ander, Evelyn Dominguez, Andrea Galvan, Cassie MacDuff, Patricia Plenty for receiving a Citizens of Achievement Award, and for 100 Black Men of the Inland Empire for receiving the Civic Engage ment Award. Thank you all for contributing to helping others and the communities in which we live, learn and serve thrive!

Becerra Hosts Meet-and-Greet fronts federal policy changes. “We need people who have walked where we have walked and understand the communities that we all live in, come from, and represent,” Mitchell said. Becerra defended DEI programs as essential to expanding oppor tunity. Recalling his upbringing as the son of working-class immi grants who never attended college, he said too many Californians work hard but remain overlooked. “A lot of folks don’t see them because they’re working so hard;

they’re keeping their heads down. But we see them, and that’s why we make this fight,” he said. Becerra also opposed voter identification requirements, arguing that they create barriers to voting. “If there’s a fight for that di versity, that strength, that inclusion, that equity, count me in, and let me use the governor’s office to make it clear,” he said.

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE - CHANGE OF NAME CASE #: CIVSB2628251 PETITIONER OR ATTOR- NEY: JASMINE SLAUGH TER, 252 S 9TH STREET, COLTON Telephone: (323) 521-2041 E-Mail Address (OPTION- AL): JAZZYJAZZ291@ YAHOO.COM SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STREET ADDRESS: 247 WEST THIRD ST., SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92415 M A I L I N G A D D R E S S : SAME BRANCH NAME: SAN BERNARDINO PETITION OF: JASMINE SLAUGHTER TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: P e t i t i o n e r J A S M I N E SLAUGHTER has filed a petition with the clerk of this Court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: JAIDAN JOSEPH KING TAYLOR to Proposed name: JAIDAN JOSEPH KING SLAUGH- TER. THE COURT OR- D E R S t h a t a l l p e r s o n s interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 11/16/2026

Time:

8:30 A.M.

Dept: S28 The address of the court is the same as noted above. A copy of this ORDER to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspa per): WESTSIDE STORY NEWSPAPER Date: OCTOBER 5, 2026 Sign: JOSEPH T ORTIZ. JUDGE OF THE SUPE RIOR COURT Wss 26-022 10-8, 10-15, 10-22, 10-29-2026

C O R R E C T E D R U N FICTITIOUS BUSINESS N A M E S TAT E M E N T : FBN20260007494. The fol lowing person(s) is(are) doing business as: WESTSIDE S T O RY N E W S PA P E R , EMPIRE TALKS BACK, CALIFORNIA ROUTE 66 MARATHON, 577 N D ST #112-H, San Bernardino CA 92401. Business Mailing Address: 577 N D ST #112-H, San Bernardino CA 92401 . County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO. Number of Employees (Optional): N/A. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. Name of corporation or limited liability company as shown in the Articles of Inc./Org./Reg.: W J AL LEN MULTIMEDIA PRO- DUCTIONS, 577 N D ST #112-H, San Bernardino CA 92401. State of Inc./Org./ Reg.: CA. Inc./Org./Reg. No. (Optional): N/A Registrant commenced to transact business: JAN 16, 2009. By signing, I declares all information in this state ment is true and correct. Signature: /s/ WALLACE J ALLEN. Printed Title of Person Signing: CEO. Date: 08/11/2026. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino on 08/11/2026. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the original state ment on file in my office. COUNTY CLERK DEP- UTY SAN/K6677 NOTICE – IN ACCOR- DANCE WITH SUBDIVI- SION (A) OF SECTION 17920. THIS FICTITIOUS N A M E S TAT E M E N T GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE C O U N T Y C L E R K E X - CEPT, AS PROVIDED IN S U B D I V I S I O N ( B ) O F SECTION 17920, WHERE I T E X P I R E S 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH I N T H E S TAT E M E N T PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESI- DENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSI- NESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF FICTI- TIOUS BUSINESS IN VIO- LATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR C O M M O N L AW ( S E E SECTION 14411, ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFES- SIONS CODE). Run Dates: 8-13, 8-20, 8-27, 9-3-2026, CORRECTED Run Dates: 9-24, 10-1, 10-8, 10-15- 2026 WSS# 26-020

Notice is hereby given that the personal property described below will be sold to the highest bidder on October 16, 2026 at or af

As the Number of California ter 10:00AM, at Southwest Mobile Storage, 9551 Lucas Ranch Rd. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

Aging Workers Rise, Black

Phn: 866.503.0668 Property of: CHARTRAW, DEAN Last known address: 4195

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Misc. Several Cardboard of California (PPIC) projects that and plastic storage box es; Fishing Gear; Wooden the number of workers age 65 and Rocking Chair; Tool Chest;

OEM Intake Ducts; Moving older will increase even as overall the population age 65 and older in 2024, down from 64% in 2006. That share is projected to fall to about 41% by 2040, while the Latino share is expected to rise from Dolly; Metal Filing Cabinet

WSS 26-023 10-01, 10- labor force participation among

08-2026 older adults remains largely un-

23% to 29% and the Asian share from 17% to 21%.

Notice of Lien of Sale Notice is given pursuant Section; 21701-21715 of Business and Professional’s Code, Section 2328 of Com mercial Code. Section 535 of the Personal Code. Storage Plus located at 2325 Foothill Blvd, San Bernardino CA, 92410 will sell units in arrears by competitive changed. The report, Older Workers in California, by Hans Johnson, Eric McGhee, Daniel Payares-Montoya, and Sarah Bohn, examines workforce trends and projects bidding online {November 2nd, 2026} at {11:00am}.

changes through 2040. The policy brief was adapted by Vicki Hsieh

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JUVENTINO FLORES- 14% in 2020. Meanwhile, the GONZALES EVIKA LARA JEANETTE VAZQUEZ RICHARD DAVIS DELILAH MARTINEZ Run Dates: 10-15-26 wss26- 025 state’s working-age population is expected to remain virtually un changed, creating challenges for the labor market and public programs serving older residents. In 2024, approximately 1.3 mil lion Californians age 65 and older were in the labor force. That num ber is projected to reach 1.8 million by 2040. Older workers also accounted for about 30% of California’s labor force growth between 2006 and 2024, when the number of work ers in this age group increased by approximately 754,000. The report projects that the racial and ethnic composition of California’s older population will continue to change. White Californians accounted for 51% of Black Californians are projected to remain about 6% of the state’s older population through 2040. The report also projects that labor force participation rates among older adults will converge across racial and ethnic groups, reaching approximately 18% by 2040. The findings highlight the finan cial pressures facing some older workers. About 20% of Califor nians age 65 and older were living in poverty in 2023 and 2024, with an additional 14% considered near-poor. Wages help keep an estimated 800,000 older Californians out of poverty. The report notes that some older adults continue working by choice, while others do so because their retirement income is insuffi cient. Rising living costs, limited retirement savings, and changes in public benefits can make con tinued employment an economic necessity. As California prepares for an aging population, the researchers point to the importance of workplace flexibility, protection against age discrimination, and policies that support older adults’ economic security.