November 12 | Volume 40 No. 33

• COMPLIMENTARY
• Volume 40 No. 33
• Thursday
• November 12, 2026

Becerra Becomes First Latino Elected Governor as 17 Black Candidates Lead in California Races

Elected California Governor Xavier Becerra

By Joe W. Bowers Jr. Black candidates are leading in 17 of the 24 state and federal contests in which they appeared on California's Nov. 3 General Election ballot, according to semi-official results counted as of midnight. The Associated Press (AP) has declared 10 of them winners, including Secretary of State Shirley Weber (D), Controller Malia Cohen (D) and the state's three Black members of Congress. Every Black incumbent on the ballot is leading. At the top of the ballot, AP called the governor's race for Democrat Xavier Becerra at 8 p.m., when polls closed. Becerra, a former state attorney general and U.S. secretary of health and human services, led Republican Steve Hilton 64.1% to 35.9%. He will be the first Latino elected governor of California.

Romualdo Pacheco, the only Latino to hold the office before him, became governor in 1875 when the elected governor left for the U.S. Senate. Weber, who became California's first Black secretary of state when she was appointed in 2021, led Republican Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner 64.8% to 35.2%. Cohen led Republican Herb Morgan 63.9% to 36.1%. When Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond leaves office in January, Weber and Cohen will be the state's only Black statewide officeholders. The Black candidates for governor, lieutenant governor, insurance commissioner and superintendent were eliminated in the June primary.

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Dolores Huerta

California Has Invested More Than $2.4 Billion in CalKIDS Scholarships

California Legislature: Dolores Huerta

Will Lie In Honor at State Capitol on November 16

By Bo Tefu | California Black Media

Dolores Huerta, the labor and civil rights leader who helped transform conditions for farmworkers and collaborated with Black activists and civil rights leaders, will lie in honor at the California State Capitol on November 16, legislative leaders announced. The public may pay respects from noon to 6 p.m. in the Capitol rotunda, Senate President pro Tem Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara) and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) said. A midday program is planned, with details to be announced. Huerta died October 28 at her Bakersfield home after battling cancer. She was 96. Her death prompted tributes from across the country.

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Sacramento: Becerra, Legislative Leaders Put Affordability First, but Details Remain Open

By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media

Gov.-elect Xavier Becerra met privately with Senate President Pro Tem Monique Limón (D- Santa Barbara) and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) on November 5 before the three appeared together at a news conference at the State Capitol. It was the first joint public appearance by the “Big Three” Democratic leaders since Becerra won the gubernatorial election two days earlier. The leaders said affordability would be a central focus of their work, including housing, health care and energy costs. “Get used to this because I think this is what

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Black Voters Overwhelmingly Repudiated Trump in Mid-Term Election

About 90% of Black voters backed Democratic House candidates in 2026, compared with roughly 80% who supported Kamala Harris in 2024, according to the AP Voter post-election poll, with 61% saying they cast their vote specifically to express opposition to President Donald Trump. Similar voting patterns emerged among Latino and Asian American voters. Among Black men, about one in 10 voted for a Republican House candidate this year, compared with roughly one in four who supported Donald Trump in 2024, according to the AP poll. Black candidates also fared well on election night Nov. 3, creating many firsts. A poll released Nov. 4 by BSP Research, noted that 69% of Black voters had a very unfavorable opinion of Trump; 57% also had a very unfavorable opinion of Republicans in Congress. Black voters, along with Latinos and Asian Americans, delivered the margin of victory in many battleground states, resulting in a “Blue tsunami,” which delivered a resounding Senate majority for Democrats — 53-47, and the House, 250-157. In a key race in Mississippi, which had yet to be called Nov. 9, Black Democrat Scott Colom holds a razor-thin lead against Republican incumbent Cindy Hyde- Smith.

101 years later For DaMareo Cooper, co-executive director at the Center for Popular Democracy, the 2026 mid-term election results were a sign that the arc of the moral universe was indeed bending towards justice. “My great-grandfather got killed trying to go vote in 1927 in Newport, Tennessee,” Cooper told a post-election briefing Nov. 4, hosted by Word In Black. Historians have never established a comprehensive count of Black Americans killed for attempting to vote or register others. But documented cases over the past century note that Cooper’s grandfather’s tragic demise came amid several decades of attempts to suppress the Black vote. The Center for Popular Democracy, and its partner organizations, knocked on more than 2 million doors across the US, made more than 1.5 million phone calls, and had conversations with more than 300,000 people, said Cooper. The key to building a reliable electorate is consistent engagement with voters, not just during the election cycle.

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Thursday, November 12, 2026

Gov. Newsom: Capital Punishment Is Inconsistent with California Values; Public Safety Goals

Bo Tefu | California Black Media

Gov. Gavin Newsom says capital punishment is inconsistent with the He also expressed concern that drawing distinctions among categories state’s legal values and public safety goals, defending his decision to of murder cases could create unequal treatment for victims and their commute all 548 death sentences to life imprisonment without the posfamilies.

sibility of parole.

The commutations will not release any prisoners or make them eligi-

In an open letter released Nov. 5, Newsom argued that California’s ble for parole. California’s death penalty law will also remain in place, death penalty system is deeply flawed and cannot ensure fair or consis allowing prosecutors to continue seeking death sentences. However, tent justice. He said the decision followed consultations with victims’ 382 of the commutations require approval from the California Supreme families, survivors, public safety experts, religious and civil rights lead ers, prison wardens and jurors.

Court because the prisoners were convicted of multiple felonies. The announcement has drawn sharply divided reactions. Some vic-

“I know we cannot execute people in our imperfect legal system and remain true to our core values, first among them justice and human de cency,” Newsom stated. He also criticized the fairness of the state’s system, saying, “By every measure, California’s system for administering the death penalty is a failure. It has not been and cannot be fairly applied and has resulted in the conviction of innocent people.” Newsom said he considered the impact of the decision on victims’ families and acknowledged that some would view the commutations as a denial of justice. However, he argued that life without parole is the most severe punishment he can lawfully impose and ethically enforce.

tims’ relatives and prosecutors criticized the decision, while others, including Jess Nichol, the stepsister of Polly Klaas – the 12-year-old Petaluma girl who was abducted and murdered in 1993 – welcomed it. Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen supported the move, citing concerns about racial bias and the unequal application of the death penalty. San Mateo County District Attorney Stephen Wagstaffe opposed it. “As Governor, I alone bear responsibility for this decision and its impact, just as I alone would bear responsibility for each execution,” Newsom stated.

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California Has Invested More Than $2.4 Billion in CalKIDS Scholarships. Here's How Families Can Claim Theirs

During National Scholarship Month, families are encouraged to check their eligibility for scholarships supporting college and career training.

SACRAMENTO, CA — California has in vested more than $2.4 billion to establish CalKIDS Scholarships for more than 6.1 million children, helping families prepare for the cost of college and career training. During National Scholarship Month in November, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA, is encouraging families to check their eligibility and claim scholarships already established for their children through the state's CalKIDS Program. “Scholarships are often celebrated for what they make possible at graduation, but their value can begin long before a student sets foot on a college campus,” said California State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA, who chairs the ScholarShare Investment Board, which administers CalKIDS. “CalKIDS gives families something tangible to build their educational plans around. It's a reminder that preparing for college or career training doesn't have to wait until senior year of high school.” CalKIDS Scholarships are automatically established for eligible California children, with no essays, recommendation letters or minimum grade-point average required. The program provides up to $1,500 for eligible public school students, representing approximately 60% of students in grades 2-12, and up to $175 for every child born in California on or after July 1, 2022. CalKIDS Scholarships can help cover qualified educational expenses, including tuition and fees, books, supplies and computer equipment at eligible colleges and career training programs nationwide. Families can check their eligibility and claim their scholarships by visiting CalKIDS.org and selecting "Confirm Eligibility." The pro cess requires the following information: For eligible public school students: The child's Statewide Student Identifier (SSID), date of birth and county of enrollment. For children born in California on or af ter July 1, 2022: The child's Local Registration Number (LRN), date of birth and county of birth. “[A CalKIDS Scholarship] has meant that I could continue my education with hope of being financially able to make my dreams come true,” said Gavin Brown, a CalKIDS recipient and student from Western Oregon University. “When families know their children have fi nancial resources set aside for education, it can change how they plan for the future,” said Cassandra DiBenedetto, Executive Director of the ScholarShare Investment Board. “CalKIDS is helping reduce financial barriers and opening doors to educational opportunities that some students and families may have thought were out of reach.” During National Scholarship Month, families are encouraged to check their eligibility at CalKIDS.org. The website also provides information about eligibility requirements, claiming scholarships and using funds for college or career training.

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Fullerton College Expands Military Leadership Pathways Through 2 New ROTC Partnerships

FULLERTON, CA -- Fullerton College is bridging the gap between advanced technical training and military officer commissioning through new Army and Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) partnerships. Announced ahead of Veterans Day, these agreements allow students in the Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems program to undergo military leadership training while completing their four-year degree at the college. This initiative establishes a distinctive model within California's community college system. Traditionally, students must transfer to a university to participate in ROTC; however, crosstown agreements with California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) and Loyola Marymount University (LMU) enable students to remain enrolled at Fullerton College for their full degree. Prospective students can explore program requirements and enrollment steps at https:// drones.fullcoll.edu/rotc. Strategic Integration of Autonomous Systems The integration of robotics, artificial intelli gence, and uncrewed aircraft is fundamentally changing national defense. Jay Seidel, Director of the Fullerton College Drone Lab, noted that the program aims to develop technically proficient leaders who understand the mechan ics of these systems rather than just operating them. "As we recognize the service and sacrifices of our veterans this Veterans Day, we're also looking toward the next generation of military leaders," said Jay Seidel, Professor and Director of the Fullerton College Drone Technology Program. "Autonomous systems, robotics, and artificial intelligence are transforming military operations. We want future officers to understand these technologies, not simply use them. By combining our bachelor's degree with Army and Air Force ROTC, we're preparing technically knowledgeable leaders for the challenges of tomorrow." The pathways specifically target different branches of service: • Army ROTC (CSUF): Focuses on military leadership and commissioning opportunities within the U.S. Army. • Air Force ROTC (LMU): Prepares students for leadership roles in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force.

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Firstline Brands Names NASCAR Driver Rajah Caruth WavEnforcer Brand Ambassador

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Assemblymember Lori Wilson Speaks Out on Mass Shooting in Her District

Bo Tefu | California Black Media

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Firstline Brands, the leading textured hair accessory company in the U.S., has named NASCAR driver Rajah Caruth as its first celebrity brand ambassador for WavEnforcer. The partnership pairs Caruth's growing presence in motorsports with WavEnforcer's 40-year legacy as a staple in men's grooming to inspire a new generation of men to level up their grooming game through social media content and event activations. The partnership kicked off at the EcoSave 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Friday, October 9, 2026, where Caruth piloted the #77 Chevy Silverado for Spire Motorsports showcasing WavEnforcer by Firstline Brands as an associate sponsor. "WavEnforcer was the first brand my father Robert A. Bowser created 40 years ago to provide multicultural men with innovative and culturally relevant accessories and tools like do-rags and boar bristle brushes to help them groom and protect their hair and it was those early products that allowed us to become the first Black-owned textured hair accessory manufac turer with national retail distribution," said Joni Odum, President and CEO of Firstline Brands. "Rajah represents the pioneering spirit and authenticity that define WavEnforcer and we're proud to welcome him to the Firstline family." Caruth is currently 12th in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series playoff standings with eight top 10 finishes, two top five fin ishes and one pole. He competes for JR Motorsports in the No. 88 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet. Before moving to the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, Caruth competed full-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. He made the playoffs twice and won races at Nashville Superspeedway in 2025 and Las Vegas Motor Speedway in 2024. His first win made him the third African American driver to win a NASCAR national series race, joining Wendell Scott and Bubba Wallace. "My hair is a huge part of my culture and identity, so proper grooming is essential," said Rajah Caruth. "WavEnforcer provides me with the products to maintain my style and take care of it while training, traveling, and even just relaxing." WavEnforcer content and brand activations featuring Caruth began rolling out on October 9, 2026, and can be found on @wavenforcer, @firstlinebrands and @ra jahcaruth_ on both Instagram and TikTok. For questions about this partnership or image requests, please email [email protected].

Assemblymember Lori D. Wilson (D-Suisun City) has spoken out following a deadly shooting at a Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield that left a pregnant woman dead and six others wounded, ex pressing condolences to the victims and their families while calling on the community to support one another. In an Instagram post, Wilson said the shooting had shaken the community and acknowledged the lasting impact of gun violence on those affected. “Our community was rocked by gun violence,” Wilson stated. “Sadly, we are not alone in expe riencing the devastating impact of these senseless acts of violence, but that does not make the pain or trauma any less profound.” The shooting occurred Friday, Oct. 30, inside the Spirit Halloween store at Solano Town Center. Police said seven people were shot in what investigators described as a targeted incident involving one suspect. The woman who died was identified as 31-year-old Constance Hages, who was pregnant. Three male victims, ages 16, 19, and 32, were reported in critical condition, while a 23-year-old man was hospitalized in critical but stable condition. Two other men, ages 19 and 43, were treated and released. Wilson thanked local first re sponders for their swift response and acknowledged the support of state and federal partners as the investigation continued. She also expressed sympathy for those in jured and for Hages’ family and loved ones. “My heart breaks for everyone who experienced this tragedy first hand, for those who were injured, and for the families and loved ones grieving a loss,” she stated. “As a community, we must come together to support one another, surround those impacted with compassion, and prayerfully work toward healing and wholeness.” The investigation has since led to the arrest of a 17-year-old boy. Fairfield police said a school re source officer identified the sus pect after reviewing surveillance footage. Authorities arrested him Monday following a SWAT operation at a home in Suisun City. The Solano County District Attorney’s Office announced that the teenager would be charged as an adult. He faces two counts of murder, three counts of attempted murder, three counts of assault with a semiautomatic weapon, and multiple firearm enhance ments. Police believe another customer was the intended target of the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing as the 17-year-old suspect faces adult charges. As Fairfield mourns Hages and those injured recover, Wilson urged residents to support one another and help the community heal.

Thursday, November 12, 2026

World Day of Remembrance for Traffic Victims Matters Because Every Life Matters

The third Sunday of November marks the World Day of Remembrance (WDoR) for Traffic Victims, a day when families like mine pause to remember loved ones whose lives were taken too soon. This year, I am remembering my son, Cameron Dapri Dangerfield. Cameron was 20 years old when he was killed last October by an impaired driver in a wrong-way crash on Interstate 5 in Kings County. No parent should ever have to bury their child. No family should have to experience the phone call that changes everything. Yet far too many of us do. My son was more than the circumstances of his death. He was outgoing, compassionate, and driven to help others. He dreamed of creating a nonprofit that would provide clothing and resources to families in need. He was a talented writer and musician, a gifted athlete, and a young man building a future. He had helped launch a new business territory in Sacramento for the company where he worked in sales and was beginning to make his mark on the world. Today, my life's mission is to make sure Cameron's name is heard so that his legacy lives on. Like many parents who have lost a child, I experienced overwhelm ing grief, anger, depression, and heartbreak. For a time, I found myself asking unanswerable questions. Eventually, I realized I had a choice. I could allow bitterness to consume me, or I could channel my pain into something that might help save lives. I chose advocacy. Long before Cameron's death, I dedicated my life to community

By Jovon Dangerfield, Founder of Kingdom Activists and Community Activist engagement, youth development, and helping people find hope. My work often focused on intervention and rehabilitation. After losing Cameron, I realized prevention had to be part of that conversation, too. I’ve learned that facts alone do not change behavior. People are moved by stories and connections. They are moved when they understand that a single decision can alter countless lives. Too often, impaired driving is normalized.

People convince themselves they are fine to drive. They believe the least impaired person in the group should take the wheel. They tell themselves they will figure it out later. The re ality is: no level of impairment is acceptable behind the wheel. Yet too many people take that risk. Every impaired driving crash creates a ripple effect that extends beyond the individuals involved. Families suffer. Friends grieve. Communities lose future leaders, mentors, parents, and changemakers. My advocacy is driven by a commitment to honor Cameron’s life and help prevent other families from experiencing the same loss. While anger is a natural part of grief, I chose to focus on solutions. True justice means examining the systems, influences, and choices that contribute to these tragedies and working to change them. My hope is simple. I want people, especially young adults, to think three times before getting behind the wheel after drinking or using other substances that impair. Have a plan before you go out. Call a ride. Use a designated sober driver. Make the decision before the first sip and before impairment takes away your judgment. On this WDoR for Traffic Vic tims, I ask you to remember Cameron and the thousands of people on our roads every year. I ask you to honor them through action. The future of our youth is at stake. One choice can save a life. Please make it the right one. To learn more about Kingdom Activists, visit Kingdom Activists. To find out more about WDoR for Traffic Victims and to share your story, visit Go Safely, California.

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Becerra, Legislative Leaders Put Affordability First we’re going to be doing. We’ve got a lot of jobs to do,” Becerra told reporters. “The public made it clear we should focus on jobs one, two, and three. And the cost of living, one, two, and three.” Becerra added, “We’re letting

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESconsult with an attorney knowledgeable in California of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and codicils are avilable for Dolores Huerta Will Lie In Honor examination in the file kept

TATE OF: FRANCES SYL- VIA ORTIZ aka FRANCES SYLVIA C A S E N U M B E R : PROVV2600838 ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY: SHIGEO NAKAGAWA, 3530 DISCOVERY CREEK BLVD., APT 7405, SPRING TX 77386 TEL: (932) 806-2774 EMAIL: snakagawa1983@ gmail.com SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STREET ADDRESS: 17780 Arrow Blvd, FONTANA CA, 92335 M A I L I N G A D D R E S S : SAME. BRANCH NAME: FON- TANA DISTRICT. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of (specify all names by which the decedent was known): FRANCES SYLVIA ORTIZ aka FRANCES SYLVIA, A Petition for Probate has been filed by SHIGEO NA- KAGAWA in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. The Petition for Probate requests that SHIGEO NA- KAGAWA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the indepndent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the peti tion and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING ON THE PE- TITION WILL BE HELD IN THIS COURT AS FOL- LOWS: Date: DECEMBER 16, 2026

Time: 9:00 A.M. Dept: F1 The address of the court is 17782 Arrow Blvd., Fontana CA 92335. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. . PETITIONER: SHIEGO NAKAGAWA, 3530 DIS- COVERY CREEK BLVD., APT 7405, SPRING TX 77386 TEL: (832) 806-2774 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BER- NARDINO FONTANA DISTRICT Run Dates: 11-12, 11-19, 11-26, 12-03-2026 wss 26-029

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ES- TATE OF: KATHERINE BURNS DYSARZ C A S E N U M B E R : PROVV2600373 ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY: SCOTT C. LEE 298201 MAYR LEE, APC 453 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE, UPLAND CA 91786 PHONE: (909) 493-6603 EMAIL: scott@mayrlee. com SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STREET ADDRESS: 14455 CIVIC DRIVE, VICTOR- VILLE CA 92393. CA 92335. BRANCH NAME: VIC- TORVILLE DISTRICT. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of (specify all names by which the decedent was k n o w n ) : K AT H E R I N E BURNS DYSARZ, A Petition for Probate has been filed by JOHN BURNS in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. The Petition for Probate requests that JOHN BURNS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the indepndent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the peti tion and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING ON THE PE- TITION WILL BE HELD IN THIS COURT AS FOL- LOWS: Date: DECEMBER 16, 2026

Time: 9:00 A.M. Dept: V15 The address of the court is the same as noted above. If you object to the granting state your objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. . ATTORNEY FOR PETI- TIONER: SCOTT C. LEE 298201 MAYR LEE, APC 453 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE, UPLAND CA 91786 PHONE: (909) 493-6603 E L E C T R O N I C A L L Y FILED SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN BER- NARDINO FONTANA DISTRICT 10/26/2026 | 4:49PM S/ LAURA CAHUANTZI, DEPUTY Run Dates: 10-29, 11-05, 11-12, 11-19-2026 Wss 26-026

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ES- TATE OF: LANCE OZIER CASE NUMBER: PRO- VA2600823 ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY: LEIF OZIER, 16025 NAR- NI LANE, FONTANA, CA 92336 PHONE: (909) 648-1698 EMAIL: [email protected] SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO STREET ADDRESS: 17780 ARROW BOULEVARD, FONTANA, CA 92336 BRANCH NAME: FON- TANA DISTRICT - PRO- BATE DIVISION. To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of (specify all names by which the decedent was known): LANCE OZIER, A Petition for Probate has been filed by LEIF OZIER in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. The Petition for Probate requests that LEIF OZIER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The peitition requests the decedent's will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any by the court.

thority to administer the at State Capitol on November 16

The petition requests auestate under the indepndent Administration of Estates Act. (This Authority will

Born in 1930 in Dawson, New allow the personal representative to take many actions Mexico, Huerta became an orga

“Dolores negotiated my grandfather’s first union contract at Al without obtaining court approval. Before taking cer- nizer in California’s Central Val- maden Vineyards,” Rivas said.

tain very important actions, however, the personal rep- ley. In 1962, she co-founded the “She brought to that bargaining resentative will be required to give notice to interested National Farm Workers Associa- table what she brought to every persons unless they have waived notice or consented tion with César Chávez; it later fight: the conviction that farm became the United Farm Work- workers deserved fair pay, digto the proposed action.) The independent administration ers. She helped lead the Dela- nity and a say in the conditions authority will be granted unless an interested person no grape strike and nationwide under which they worked.”

files an objection to the peti tion and shows good cause why the court should not grape boycott, drawing attention

Public memorial events are grant the authority.

A HEARING ON THE PE- to farmworkers’ low wages and scheduled in Bakersfield. A rosa

TITION WILL BE HELD

IN THIS COURT AS FOL- harsh conditions.

ry and vigil will begin at 6 p.m.

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Her organizing helped secure Nov. 19 at IBEW Local 428 Hall, Date: DECEMBER 9, 2026 Time: 9:00 A.M.

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passage of California’s Agri- 3921 Sillect Ave., for “prayer, re-

F-2 The address of the court is the same as noted above. If cultural Labor Relations Act of flection and quiet remembrance,”

you object to the granting of the petition, you should 1975, which established farm- the Foundation said.

appear at the hearing and state your objections with workers’ right to collective bar-

On November 20, events at Digthe court before the hearing.

Your appearance may be in gaining. Huerta also advocated nity Health Arena, 1001 Truxtun person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a for women’s equality, immigrant Ave., will begin at 8 a.m. with a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your rights and environmental justice. blessing by Aztec dancers, folclaim with the court and mail a copy to the personal

Her rallying cry, “¡Sí, se puede!” lowed by an interfaith memo- — “Yes, we can” — became a rial service at 10 a.m. A celebrarepresentative appointed by the court within the later movement slogan. In 2012, Pres- tion of life at 2 p.m. will include of either (1) four months from the date of first issuident Barack Obama awarded speakers from labor, public ofance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of her the Presidential Medal of fice, cultural communities and the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the Freedom. In 2003, she founded community organizing, and a date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice the Dolores Huerta Foundation live performance by Los Lobos.

under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. to organize communities and de-

Other California statutes and legal authority may af- velop local leaders.

fect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. PETITIONER: LEIF OZI- ER, 16025 NARNI LANE, FONTANA, CA 92336 PHONE: (909) 648-1698

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