NNPA NEWSWIRE — At Operation New Hope (ONH), we understand that people returning from incarceration face a multitude of barriers, with employment, transportation, and housing being...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “We are very impressed with the caliber of the work, the quality of the presentations, and the outstanding, innovative ideas the students displayed...
More than 200 new homes for low-income residents and previously unhoused families to be built on lot that previously served as one of City’s first COVID...
County seeks volunteers to help recommend distributions for community needs Courtesy of Marin County It’s time to distribute federal, state and local money set aside for...
By Gregory Hodge Housing is a human right. In the wealthiest region in the wealthiest country, our shortcoming is obvious to anyone who has taken just...
By Denise Richardson, Community Home Lending Advisor in Oakland It’s an interesting time to be buying a home as markets across the country continue to experience...
By Tanya Dennis On June 6th, the Alameda County Grand Jury released a report regarding deficiencies of probate Court including recommendations to correct deficiencies. Probate advocates...
Preacher, builder says he’d rather see a sermon than hear one, any day Part 1- Tiny Homes, a Heavy Lift, to Lighten the Load By Paul...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — As we celebrate the Foundation’s second anniversary this month, the latest round of support represents continued commitment to creating employment opportunities, furthering career...
By Christina Dello Buono Surging mortgage rates combined with double-digit price gains are putting homeowners and potential buyers in a tough spot. First-time homebuyers, in particular,...
Night Out for Safety and Liberation Events Held in More Than 50 Communities Across the Country Photos courtesy of Ella Baker Center, photography by Brooke Anderson...
By Aldon Thomas Stiles California Black Media The St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church’s Commission on Social Action held a community meeting on aging last Thursday...
By Peggy Alexander Dr. Kevin B. Hall, pastor of St. John Missionary Baptist Church, and church leaders were joined by Richmond City Council members, congregants, and...
By Regina Brown Wilson and Sandy Close What could go wrong when politicians in Sacramento decide the future of journalism? The California Legislature could soon provide the answer....
By Edward Henderson, California Black Media On Wednesday, July 13, Attorney General Rob Bonta hosted a virtual press conference to announce new directives to help protect...
By Ben Jealous George Floyd was murdered by a Minneapolis police officer just over two years ago. His killing sparked a movement to end unjustified police killings...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — As I witness you celebrating the overturning of Roe v. Wade, I want to challenge you. I want you to really consider the...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Homeownership, historically a reliable building block to family wealth, is more of a challenge today for first-time homebuyers. As of 2022’s first quarter,...
Protections intended for those experiencing hardship because of pandemic Courtesy of Marin County Determined to prevent housing displacement for residents financially hampered by the ongoing pandemic,...
Oakland City Council may decide July 5 whether to place measure on November ballot By Post Staff Oakland community leaders and activists, port workers and environmental...
Juneteenth is a day like no other. It is both a celebration of freedom and a reminder of the work that still must be done to...
By Antonio Ray Harvey, California Black Media Last week, the Bay Area Black Housing Advisory Task Force (BABHATF) — a coalition of more than 40 groups with housing and community expertise...
Councilmember Carroll Fife’s ordinance reduces inflated 6.7% allowable increase to a maximum of 3%, passes with six votes By Ken Epstein The Oakland City Council took...
APTP Activist Slams Gov. Newsom’s ‘CARE Courts’ Plan By Maria Schindler On Saturday, several local organizations kicked off their plan to end the growing housing and...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “A few factors are driving the Great Resignation, but one that stands out is that most workplaces simply aren’t doing as much as...
