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By Angela M. Coggs

San Bernardino, CA- On Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. the San Bernardino community, alongside Congressman Pete Aguilar and Maggie’s Kids Foundation, came together for a historic event the Dr. Margaret B. Hill U.S. Post Office Dedication Ceremony. This special occasion honored the legacy of Dr. Margaret B. Hill, a beloved educator, mentor, and advocate for children, by renaming the San Bernardino Del Rosa Post Office in her memory.

A Lasting Tribute to Dr. Hill

Dr. Margaret B. Hill dedicated her life to education and community service, making a profound impact on the lives of countless students and families in San Bernardino. Through her work as a teacher, administrator, and founder of MaggiesKidsFoundation, she empowered and inspired young people to achieve their dreams. Her legacy of kindness, leadership, and dedication continues to resonate throughout the community.

To ensure that Dr. Hill’s contributions are permanently honored, Congressman Pete Aguilar led efforts to secure the necessary signatures and legislative approval to rename the Del Rosa Post Office in her name. It was not an easy task however Aguilar was determined. This dedication stands as a lasting tribute to her unwavering commitment to education and the youth of San Bernardino.

During the ceremony, Congressman Aguilar, family members, and Maggie’s Kids Foundation representatives officially unveiled the plaque that was installed at the post office immediately after the ceremony. The San Bernardino Postmaster Edwin Mendoza was also present and spoke to attendees about this meaningful tribute and the impact of Dr. Hill’s lifelong dedication to the community.

A Community Celebration

To honor Dr. Hill’s memory, all attendees were encouraged to wear purple, a color that symbolizes her warmth, wisdom, and passion for education.

The event marked a historic moment for San Bernardino, ensuring that Dr. Hill’s name and legacy will live on in a place of everyday importance to the community. Although there was a swift breeze in the air, it was exhilarating to witness the celebration the extraordinary life of Dr. Margaret B. Hill and the lasting imprint she has left on generations to come.

SACRMENTO, CA – Assemblymember James C. Ramos (D-San Bernardino) named Eunice Abel, a youth advocate and undergraduate student, as 2025 Woman of the Year for Assembly District 45. Assemblymembers, including Ramos celebrated their honorees on the Assembly floor this month.

“Eunice is a tireless and steadfast advocate for young people in the Inland Empire and is dedicated to eliminating inequities,” Ramos said. “She is especially committed to addressing youth homelessness, a legislative priority for me since my election. Even at her young age of 22, she has built an exemplary record of positive action and contributions to our community,” Ramos stated.

Abel, born in Aba, Abia, Nigeria, immigrated to the United States at 11 years old and navigated life as an unaccompanied minor throughout her childhood. She confronted countless obstacles, including unstable housing, poverty and difficulty in accessing an education. This struggle fueled her passion for advocacy and inspired her to become a youth homeless advocate.

“This award is a testament to youth who are fighting to empower other youth, showing that our work is valuable and that standing up for others is not a waste of time,” Abel said.

She has served as a youth ambassador for non-profits that support underprivileged youth. In 2022

Abel was elected Chairperson for the Youth Advisory Board of San Bernardino County where she supported several initiatives to aid homeless youth in San Bernardino County. She later became Youth Leadership Coordinator and revived the Youth Advocacy Summit. This summit brought together legislators, service providers, and youth in San Bernardino County to raise awareness and facilitate meaningful conversation about youth homelessness.

Her advocacy extends to other policy areas that affect the overall well-being of California youth such as food insecurity, immigration and racial equity. Abel will graduate with her bachelor’s degree in public policy this spring from University of California, Riverside.

Only one of several dozen escaped dogs remains at large.

SAN BERNARDINO, CA – The City of San Bernardino Department of Animal Services was the victim of an early morning break-in on Wednesday, February 26 at its facility, resulting in the release of dozens of dogs and the discovery of four escaped dogs placed in a nearby trash dumpster. Authorities were on the scene shortly after the break-in and a person of interest is in custody on unrelated charges.

At approximately 4:45 am on February 26th, 2025, police responded to an emergency call for an overnight break-in. The suspect, who gained unlawful access to the premises using bolt cutters, cut the locks multiple kennels, releasing approximately 25 dogs.

San Bernardino Animal Services staff were able to locate and return all of the escaped dogs to the shelter except for one, who still remains at large. Four dogs were found in a nearby dumpster, believed to have been placed there by the person of interest.

“We are shocked by this event,” said Kristine Watson, San Bernardino Animal Services Director.

“The safety and well-being of the animals in our care are our top priority, and this action put many of our dogs in danger.”

The four dogs found in the dumpster were examined by the Animal Services veterinary care team.

All are in good condition and are expected to be available for adoption within
a few days.

The remaining missing dog is a cream Chihuahua named Louise (ID #A576436), who is both spayed and microchipped. Shelter staff are asking for the community’s assistance to help find Louise and have initiated a social media campaign to spread the word.

“We urge anyone with information about the whereabouts of Louise to contact us. Her safety is of utmost concern, and we are hopeful that someone will recognize her and help
us bring her back,” added Watson.

For updates or to report any sightings, please contact the City of San Bernardino Department of Animal Services at 909-998-4000 for any information on Louise.

In the meantime, Animal Services is pleased that the security measures in place at the shelter led to the quick response by the City of San Bernardino Police Department and the Department of Animal Services staff and resulted in the identification of a possible suspect.

“The support from the community as word has gotten out about the break-in has been overwhelming,” said Watson. “There are so many amazing animals at the shelter, we hope this will inspire area residents to visit our shelter to adopt, foster, volunteer, or donate.”

By Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media 

As California continues to face a severe housing crisis, only 17 % of households can afford to purchase the median-priced single-family home, which is less than half the national average, according to a report by the California Association of Realtors.

Two state legislators, champions of affordable housing, would like that number to increase as Californians experience even higher costs of living post-pandemic.

On Feb. 18, Assemblymember Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland) and Sen. Christopher Cabaldon (D-West Sacramento) introduced Assembly Bill (AB) 736 and Senate Bill (SB) 417, legislation that would place a bond measure on the June 2026 California primary ballot to provide $10 billion to the state’s affordable housing programs.

“All of our communities need it. That’s the reality,” Wicks told California Black Media (CBM) about the state’s need for housing that costs no more than 30% of a household’s gross income. “You see demand in urban, suburban, and rural communities. Everywhere across the state has been hit hard by the housing crisis but a majority of these funds will go to multifamily housing.”

The two bond proposals share the same name, the Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026. If the measures pass out of the Assembly and Senate — and voters approve the ballot proposal — they will provide 35,000 affordable homes and rental housing units while assisting 13,000 extremely low-income and homeless families, Wicks said.

In addition, bond funds would be set aside for farmworkers and tribal housing. They would also preserve and rehabilitate tens of thousands of homes and provide supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness.

“Affordable housing providers have made steady progress toward building more of the housing lower-income Californians need, but there is much more work to do,” Cabaldon stated. “The housing crisis has only been exacerbated in areas impacted by wildfires — disasters that have destroyed homes, tightened rental markets and made it even harder for every community across the state to access the workers, materials, and funding needed to build affordable housing. One of the most important ways California can respond is through a substantial new housing bond.”

Wicks said that 65% of low-income renters in the state are rent-burdened, paying more than 30% of their income toward housing, which leaves them with meager resources for necessities such as food, transportation, educational supplies, and health care.

Wicks and Calbadon’s office shared that the reason for California’s housing crisis is the critical gap between housing supply and demand. According to the Statewide Housing Plan, prices in the state continue to climb. In August 2021, the statewide median sales price of a single-family home landed a new record — $827,940.

The Statewide Housing Plan estimates that California needs approximately 300,000 new housing units annually, including 125,000 affordable units for lower-income households. From 2014 to 2023, the state has produced approximately 13,000 affordable units per year.

“We’re 3.5 million homes shy of where we need to be as a state,” Wicks shared with CBM. “And we need about 1 million affordable units.”

Lack of homeownership has hit Black Californians hard in the last several years, according to various reports. Data from 2019 revealed that 41% of Black families in California owned their homes compared to 68% of White families, according to the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA), a 1.5% dip from 1960.

Established in 1975, CalHFA supports the needs of low-and moderate-income renters and homebuyers by providing financing and programs that lead to equity. It is a self-sustained state agency that doesn’t rely on taxpayers’ funding but regularly manages an assortment of state and federal resources on behalf of California.

Since CalHFA’s report was released six years ago, Black homeownership in California has declined much further. According to a Jan. 8, 2025 report by the Othering and Belonging Institute(OBI), minority groups, specifically Black households, have faced lower homeownership rates compared to the state level, highlighting disturbing disparities.

The OBI at the University of California at Berkeley convenes researchers, organizers, stakeholders, communicators, and policymakers to identify and eradicate obstacles to creating an inclusive society.

All racial groups, OBI reported, saw homeownership rates increase, except for Black households, compared to 50 years ago.

Black people residing in California began to dwindle by 2020, but also the percentage of those who own a house dropped from 40% to 35%, OBI presented. The Black community consisted of 5.7% (2,237,044) of California’s total population in 2020, according to the 2020 U.S. Census.

“The drop in the homeownership rate of Black households results in what housing advocates and economists call a ‘racial homeownership gap’ between the share of White households that own homes and the share of Black households that own homes,” OBI’s report stated.

Wicks said the state has previously used similar voter-approved bonds to fund the construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing to help increase homeownership across the state.

California’s last housing bond, the Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2018 authorized $3 billion for various affordable housing programs. These funds were fully allocated by the end of 2024.

AB 736 and SB 417 have the support of members throughout the Legislature, Wicks said. As of Feb. 28, 32 lawmakers signed on as co-authors, which Wicks says, “Is a really good start.”

The two bills should move through the Assembly and Senate concurrently this year to ensure members of both houses have an opportunity to shape final bond proposals. Wicks is adamant that the state leaders will understand “loud and clear” the value and seriousness of the bills.

“We have an audience of three — the speaker (Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas), pro temp (Senate president pro tem Mike McGuire), and Gov. Gavin Newsom,” Wicks said. “I am confident we can get the votes on the bills but how these bonds come together is we build with the grassroots movement within the legislature to pressure our leadership. And that’s exactly what we’re doing.”

By BoTefu | California Black Media

A day after the U. S. House of Representatives voted to approve a resolution cutting nearly $2 trillion from the federal budget, Assemblymember Corey Jackson (D-Moreno Valley) informed Californians that the state will not be able to fill in the anticipated gap in federal funds.

Chairing an Assembly Budget Committee hearing on Feb. 26, Jackson said, “California cannot save you. The cuts are that devastating. That bad. That disgusting. So, if you are on Medi-Cal, if you’re receiving CalFresh, if you are getting housing support, if you’re getting support for childcare, if you’re getting SSI [Supplemental Security Income], you are in big trouble.”

“Given what Republicans have just voted on last night, I just don’t see that California will have what we need to ensure that people will continue to get their payments, continue to get their healthcare, continue to get assistance with their housing,” Jackson stated.

Jackson pointed out that House Republicans from California also voted for the cuts and urged people to “make it clear” to their representatives that they are “voting against the interest of the people they profess to represent.”

A representative from the California Department of Finance who testified at the hearing, said, “We are analyzing all the federal funding we receive, but with that said, there is no way the general fund can backfill the loss of federal funds.”

U.S. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-Los Angeles) said she voted “hell no” on the resolution she is calling the “Republican rip-off.”

“I refuse to be complicit in Donald Trump and House Republicans’ attempts to steal from my constituents. Hell no to raising health care premiums by $2,020 a year; hell no on ripping food assistance away from 40 million Americans; and hell no on giving $4.5 trillion in tax cuts to the Billionaire Boys Club,” Kamlager-Dove said in a statement.

By Jasmyne Cannick

To all of the Black journalists who were too dark, wore their hair too nappy or were too plus-size to get hired for television news — we see you.

To all the Black journalists who didn’t have the luxury of J-school — or college at all — who never got that big media break and have been dismissed by those who did — I see you. Your work is just as real, just as necessary, and just as powerful.

To my Black journalists out here doing the work without the backing of a major media machine — watching others get the paycheck, take the credit, collect the awards, and bask in the spotlight, all because you passed along a tip, knowing the story mattered more than your byline — thank you. You deserved better. You still do.

To all my Black journalists who had to pivot to PR or comms because news media wouldn’t hire you — and because, shocker, you actually needed to make a living — while still knowing how to string a sentence together without relying on ChatGPT? We see you. And we know who really has the range.

To the Black journalists who are made to feel like they’re not “real” journalists because they’re not working full-time in a newsroom — miss me with that nonsense. Journalism isn’t just about who signs your checks or what fancy title is on your LinkedIn. It’s about the work. The reporting. The storytelling. The impact.

Whether you’re freelancing, juggling gigs, running your own platform, or working in another industry while still doing the work, you are still a journalist. Your voice still matters. Your stories still shape narratives. And let’s be real — half of these so-called “real” journalists are just repackaging work that independent Black journalists broke first. So keep doing what you do. The industry may not always recognize you, but the people do.

To all the Black journalists who got tired of waiting for a seat at the table and decided to build their own — who launched platforms, built loyal followings, and proved that you don’t need a major outlet’s stamp of approval to tell the stories that matter — this is for you. You refused to be silenced, overlooked, or forced to play by rules that were never meant for you in the first place. You made your own lane, and whether they acknowledge it or not, the industry is watching — and taking notes.

To all the Black journalists who weren’t “corporate news” enough to get hired by a major outlet but somehow stay on speed dial for their reporters, editors, and producers — because they need your contacts, your story ideas, your relationships to make their jobs (and their careers) easier — yeah, I’d say we see you, but let’s be real, we don’t. You do the work, they take the credit. Just know this — I know exactly how that game goes. Personal experience is a hell of a teacher.

To all the Black journalists who put everything on the line to stand on truth, to tell the stories that make people uncomfortable, to challenge power even when it comes at a cost — you are the backbone of this industry, whether they acknowledge it or not.

You don’t just report the news — you expose what they’d rather keep hidden. You ask the questions they’re too afraid to ask. You amplify voices they’d rather silence. And in a world where truth is constantly under attack, your work isn’t just important — it’s essential.

They’ll call you biased, difficult, radical — anything to discredit you — because they know the power of your words, your reporting, your storytelling. But keep pushing. Keep writing. Keep telling the stories that matter. Because history won’t remember the ones who played it safe. It will remember the ones who told the truth, no matter the cost.

And finally, a thank you to the Black, non-corporate-owned media — the ones who know what it’s like to be dismissed, overlooked, and underestimated — who saw us, valued us, and gave us space when mainstream outlets wouldn’t. You’ve been holding it down, telling our stories our way, long before it was trendy. We see you. We appreciate you. And we owe you.

Among her many hats she proudly wears, Jasmyne Cannick is an award-winning journalist. Find her at iamjasmyne.com.

By Edward Henderson | California Black Media

It is taking so long to acquire licenses for concealed carry guns in California that some Black and Latino state residents are beginning to suspect the delays are rooted in racial bias or political foot-dragging.

The average wait time for a concealed carry gun license in California can be up to six months or more. This is a significantly longer wait compared to other states that may process licenses within timeframes that span a week to a few months.

Julio Amayo, who works for Los Angeles County training canines, recently applied for a license and was told there would be a 16-to-20 month wait just for the initial interview to see if he qualifies for the license.

“It’s a protection thing. I grew up in South Central Los Angeles back in the ‘90s. It was not uncommon to just go to sleep with gunfire, nightly, or have a helicopter circle your house if something was going on in the neighborhood,” Amayo said. “It’s just a safety thing for me. If these people are walking around with guns and are able to use them for whatever reason, I should be legally able to carry it to protect myself and my family.”

Amayo is not alone.

Black Californians who spoke with California Black Media (CBM) pointed out that some of California’s gun laws are rooted in racism and a fear of Black residents owning firearms. It is well documented that the Mulford Act, grew out of reactions to the Black Panthers in Oakland openly carrying firearms during the 1960s. They are hoping that some of those historical racial biases do not still exist in state policymaking.

They also point out that California’s Democratic state leadership strongly supports restrictions on gun ownership. Therefore, they say, there may not be any incentives built into the state’s bureaucracy to speed up the processing of gun permits.

The California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and The California Department of Justice (DOJ) are the two agencies in the state that process gun permits. The BSIS has noted that there are a number of reasons for delays, including incomplete or inaccurate applications, federal processing delays, and incorrect fees, among others.

California Black Media reached out to the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department to inquire about average wait times but, as of press time, the department had not responded.

In 2022, there was a surge in new gun applications after a Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decision  determined that New York State’s requirement to demonstrate ‘proper cause’ before obtaining a permit to carry a concealed weapon in most public places was unconstitutional. That decision overturned similar, long-standing gun control laws in California.

Gov. Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta both expressed their disappointment with the Court’s decision, prompting counter measures by the state that critics say may be prolonging the permit issuing process.

“The fact is, individuals who are not law-abiding, responsible citizens simply shouldn’t possess firearms — and they especially shouldn’t be allowed to carry a concealed weapon in public,” said Bonta in a release following the SCOTUS’s decision. “When a gun is placed in the wrong hands, it is deadly. The Second Amendment is not a regulatory straitjacket. We must protect our communities.”

Newsom said gun control laws in California are working.

“Only in America do we see the kind of carnage and chaos of gun violence that destroys our communities and our sense of safety and belonging,” said Newsom. “America is number 1 in gun ownership, and we far surpass every developed nation on Earth in gun deaths – it’s not complicated. In California, we’ve passed common sense gun safety laws and they work: we have a 37% lower gun death rate than the national average.”

After the SCOTUS decision, Senate Bill 2 (SB 2) replaced California’s ‘good cause’ gun control requirements by expanding where concealed firearms are prohibited. It also increased minimum training from 8 to 16+ hours and requires applicants to have ‘good moral character’, which critics say is a vague prerequisite that is subject to the discretion of authorities.

“When there are critical delays accessing a constitutional right, especially around the right to defend oneself and family, you do have to wonder about the impact it’s having on underserved communities and populations,” said gun owner Micah Grant.

“What we definitely don’t want is a system where only the connected and elite can have added assurances and those without are left only to hope,” continued Grant, who is also chair of the board of trustees of CBM.

Craig DeLuz, owner of 2A News and a gun enthusiast for over 10 years, believes that delays in gun processing are having a critical impact on Black and other minority families, considering police response times in certain disadvantaged areas where Black communities are disproportionately located.

“I need to be my own first line of defense. You’re seeing that more and more. You’re seeing even people who weren’t averse to firearms being more proactive in engaging in buying firearms and getting firearms training because they are recognizing the need for self-defense,” said DeLuz.

By Joe W. Bowers, Jr. ?|? ?California? ?Black? ?Media?

The California State Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Subcommittee No. 1 on Education, chaired by Sen. John Laird (D-Santa Cruz), held a hearing on Feb. 27, where State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond provided a State of Education address and discussed key education funding priorities.

Facing tough questions from lawmakers, Thurmond emphasized the state’s commitment to improving student achievement, despite ongoing budget constraints, declining enrollment, and continued racial disparities in education outcomes.

Sen. Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh (R-Yucaipa) joined Laird at the hearing, while committee member Sasha Renée Pérez (D-San Gabriel Valley) who represents the Altadena area, was in her district assessing wildfire damage.

Investing in Student Success 

Thurmond discussed several initiatives aimed at improving student outcomes, particularly in underserved communities. He pointed to California’s universal preschool, free meal programs, and his newly launched “Cohort to Move the Needle on Test Scores,” a coalition of 250 school districts working to close achievement gaps in math and reading.

“Education saved my life,” Thurmond said, recalling his childhood struggles with poverty after losing both parents at a young age. “It’s the greatest equalizer we have, and we must protect it.”

Thurmond argued that California, despite its fiscal challenges, continues to lead the nation in investing in education, calling on lawmakers to support long-term funding for literacy coaches, dual-language immersion programs, and teacher housing to address inequalities.

Rebuilding Schools and Expanding Learning Opportunities

Thurmond also spoke about the devastating impact of natural disasters, particularly in Southern California, where wildfires have destroyed schools and displaced students. He called for accelerating school reconstruction funds through Proposition 2 to rebuild and modernize classrooms.

The Superintendent further stressed the importance of expanded learning opportunities, advocating for incentive grants to encourage schools to extend the school day and year. “We’ve seen the impact in places like Compton Unified, where extra tutoring and longer school days have led to improved reading and math scores,” he noted.

He also discussed teacher shortages and the high cost of living, which have made it difficult for educators to remain in the communities where they work.

“Our schools have 75,000 acres of land that’s ready for development right now,” Thurmond said. “If the school districts that have the surplus property built only 15 units on those parcels, it would result in more than two million units that would be available by the year 2030 for teachers, classified staff, and even first responders and healthcare workers.”

Addressing Student Achievement and Education Funding

Ochoa Bogh raised concerns about student performance despite increased education funding.

“The 2024-25 and proposed 2025-26 budgets have Proposition 98 general funds per-pupil spending at nearly $19,000 – a 59% increase from 2019-20,” she stated. “Despite this, the 2024 California dashboard shows students 13.2 points below the English Language Arts standard, 47.6 points below the mathematics standard, and only 45.7% of our English language learners are making progress, a decline of 3% from 2023.”

Thurmond acknowledged these concerns, explaining that many of California’s education investments are recent and will take time to yield results.

“We’re seeing trending in an upward direction, but we never rest on our laurels,” he said. “We always are going to work to make sure that every student is getting the best experience that they can.”

He pointed out that 240,000 students in the state are homeless, with 10,000 unaccompanied minors struggling to survive on their own.

“We’re working with two million students through our cohort initiative to improve literacy and math,” Thurmond responded. “But we have to be realistic — this is a multi-year process. We must continue making strategic investments if we want to see real change.”

Debate Over Education Funding Formula

Ochoa Bogh questioned why the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF), providing extra resources since 2013 for foster youth, English learners, and low-income students, hasn’t yielded stronger outcomes. “How do you explain the performance?” she asked Thurmond.

Thurmond acknowledged the challenges but argued that LCFF alone does not fully fund public education. “California has underfunded education for decades,” he said. “LCFF is a step forward, but we need a stable and long-term funding source to meet the actual cost of education.”

A Fight Over California’s Priorities

Ochoa Bogh also questioned whether California’s overall spending — nearly 40% of the state’s total budget — was enough to fully support education needs.

“In your professional opinion, what would be the considerable, true investment that California should be spending on education?” she asked.

Thurmond declined to give a specific percentage but emphasized that long-term investments in teacher training, student support, and infrastructure were essential.

“We have to spend even more on professional development and training to support our staff, to make sure that we have more reading coaches and specialists to support our staff,” he said.

Senator Laird Highlights Local School Challenges

Laird backed Thurmond’s call for continued investment, sharing firsthand accounts of visiting schools where students were forced to do homework in Taco Bell parking lots just to access Wi-Fi.

“I’ve seen it across my district — teacher shortages, families struggling with the cost of living, schools serving as food pantries for kids who have nothing at home,” Laird said. “These aren’t just statistics. This is real life for too many Californians.”

Laird and Thurmond agreed on the need for educator housing, noting that some school districts have already begun constructing affordable housing for teachers to combat high turnover rates.

What’s Next?

Thurmond invited Ochoa Bogh and Laird to visit schools participating in the “Move the Needle” initiative to see the impact of recent investments firsthand.

We think that this budget is thoughtful and with intention provided by the legislature,” Thurmond said. “We think that we can help our schools continue to ensure that our kids get a quality education despite some of the challenging circumstances that they face.”

California’s 2025-26 education budget allocates $118.9 billion for K-12 and community colleges, marking record spending with $7.8 billion in new investments.

By Lou K. Coleman | WSS News Contributor

You know there is a God. You know there is Satan. You know there is Heaven, and you know there is Hell, but yet instill you continue as usual. Make sense out of it!

We are living in the end-times! You can see the chaos that is virtually enveloping this world. You can feel the upheaval that is coming upon this world, but yet instill you continue as usual. Make sense out of it!

Because the world, as we know it, is coming to an end; it is even at the door. [Matthew 24:23]. Even Hollywood knows this. They have been sounding the siren, “Nee-naw, Nee-naw” about the end of the world for years. Every movie they make relates to End Times. They’re not just making movies, they’re showing you the future before it happens.

Hollywood isn’t just entertainment, it’s a weapon. Predictive programming is the way they prepare the masses for what’s coming. They hide the truth in plain sight so when it happens, you’re already desensitized. Think about it, 9/11 dozens of TV shows predicted it years before. The X-Files’ Spinoff, Predicted 9/11 Six Months Before Tragedy. The Pandemic? Countless films like Contagious and Outbreak showed the exact scenario long before 2020. Even the Al takeover: 2001: The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951); A Space Odyssey (1968); Blade Runner (1982); Wargames (1983); The Terminator (1984); Robocop (1987); Judgment Day (1991]; The Matrix (1999); Bicentennial Man (1999); A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001); I, Robot (2004); Tron: Legacy (2010); Ex Machina (2014); Morgan (2016).

Not to mention Battleship, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Interstellar, Reign of Fire, War of the Worlds, Jerusalem Countdown, Left Behind, A Thief in The Night, The Beginning of the End, The Moment After, Image of the Beast, New World Order, The Mark, The Black Rider, The Rapture, The Prodigal, The Awakening; The Second Coming of Christ. The Omega Code.

I could go on and on, but the point is that these movies offers an intense look at the far-reaching consequences of biblical prophecy. But yet instead, you continue as usual. Make sense out of it! Wake your behind up!

People scoff at the idea that there will be an end to the world. Reducing everything to the level of their puny feelings, they’ll mock, “So what’s happened to the promise of Jesus Coming? Our ancestors are dead and buried, and everything’s going on just as it has from the first day of creation. Nothing’s changed.” [2 Peter 3:4].

But Peter says: Guess what? There’s a very good reason the end of the world hasn’t happened yet, and it’s not the reason you think. Get a clue, people! Just because the Lord hasn’t come back yet, don’t think for a minute that He won’t! The Lord isn’t being slow about His promise, as some people think. No, He is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed but wants everyone to repent. [2 Peter 3:9]. So don’t get it twisted, this world, in all its fleeting glory, will come to an end. And make no mistake, that end is near. The Lord Himself has warned us, “The Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect Him.” [Matthew 24:44]. You can ignore it, or even wish it away, but the day is coming. God destroyed the world once, and He will do it again. [Isaiah 24:1].

History repeats itself. The Old Testament tells a sad but true story about people who no longer loved God, and who had made up their minds that they would not obey Him anymore. The story begins in [Genesis 6:5], where the writer, Moses, said: “Then the Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually”. People were sinning against God more and more. Finally, God had had enough and announced that He was going to destroy the entire world! The Bible says: “And the Lord was sorry that He had made man on the earth, and He was grieved in His heart. So, the Lord said, ‘I will destroy man whom I have created from the face of the earth, both man and beast, creeping thing and birds of the air”. [Genesis 6:7-13]. Don’t get it twisted! Destruction is inevitable.

The Lord is going to lay waste the earth and devastate it; He will ruin its face and scatter its inhabitants. It will be the same for priest as for people, for the master as for his servant, for the mistress as for her servant, for seller as for buyer, for borrower as for lender, for debtor as for creditor. The earth will be completely laid waste and totally plundered. [Isaiah 24:1-3].

The Lord has spoken this word. Disaster! An unheard-of disaster is coming. I am about to pour out my wrath on you and spend my anger against you. I will not look on you with pity or spare you. The day is here! It has come! [Ezekiel 7:3-10].

Look! Disaster is spreading from nation to nation; a mighty storm is rising from the ends of the earth. [Jeremiah 25:31-33; Luke12:54-56; Matthew 24:3-8; Luke 21:10-26].

Even so, they continue as usual.

I set watchmen over you, saying; Listen to the sound of the trumpet! But they said, “We will not listen.” [Jeremiah 6:17].

Therefore, thus says the Lord; Behold, I am about to remove you from the face of the earth. This year you are going to die, because you have counseled rebellion against the Lord. [Jeremiah 28:16].

Blow the ram’s horn in Zion; sound the alarm on My holy mountain! Let all who dwell in the land tremble, for the Day of the Lord is coming; indeed, it is near. [Joel 2:1].

Tekiah! ??Shevarim! ?? Teruah! ??Tekiah Gedolah!

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UPLAND, CA –– The LOVE Program is proud to present its annual Awards Brunch, a prestigious event dedicated to honoring individuals who have made a lasting impact on young women, youth, and children throughout California. This year’s celebration will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Upland Country Club (1231 E 16th St, Upland, CA 91784).

Hosted by Daphne Hawkins, this highly anticipated gathering is more than just a brunch—it is a celebration of purpose, transformative change, and the pursuit of excellence. The event will feature an inspiring keynote address by Melissa Hibbert, President & Chief Brand Strategist of Beauty Founders Agency, Inc. 

The LOVE Program will proudly recognize a distinguished group of honorees whose dedication and leadership have shaped communities across the state:

• Diann Valentine – CEO & Founder, Glow + Flow
• Jacquelyn Rodriguez – San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office
• Monique Amis – Chief of Community & Family Health
• Dr. Susan Uyemura – CEO & President, Japanese American Living
• Chancellor Diana Rodriguez – San Bernardino Valley College
• Syeda Jafri – Rialto Unified School District
• Jennifer Rosales – Program Director, Young Visionaries
• Jonathan & Keynasia Buffong – CEOs, Inland Empire Black Grad
• San Bernardino County Probation Day Reporting Staff

“This event is a testament to the incredible individuals who have dedicated their lives to empowering young people and fostering community growth,” said Daphne Hawkins. “We invite you to join us for an unforgettable morning of recognition, inspiration, and networking.”

Tickets for the event are available for purchase now. Even if you cannot attend, there are still opportunities to contribute and support the mission of The LOVE Program.

Reserve Your Seat or Donate: https://buytickets.at/theloveprogram/1532403

For sponsorship inquiries, please contact DHawkins@lovenonprofit.com.

About The LOVE Program

The LOVE Program is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering young women, youth, and children through mentorship, education, and community development initiatives. By recognizing and supporting transformational leaders, The LOVE Program continues to drive positive change across California.