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California voters acllroy on a potentially oDickstein individuals have made their mark withi KrauNews other mino sh se p He is keep e , o ss a ex la v th to recapture the spent funds but notes that safety measures ri p et ec zi e er n p rities liv- C ts the 11-p inarian, ll g bac oliti l spec ing his focu ound (5 ontinued s th trum arbecause k into in the history of this nation with their were needed “the world has changed greatly.’’ s on fairncaes -kilogramte the w e on page A il d s anThere af ) cat to te d justwere r 2 M it no reported clashes or problems at the cG re ic g u ai e ir n e s courage, leadership and honor,” reads strength. visited th thatcity if hblocked e blarge downtown rally. The with e sees it streets obcattrucks on Friday. agaijurisdictions n, he’ll issu the lead-in to the Profiles in Courage and brought in officers from other to e a tikeep cket for j protesters separated from members of an obscure Klan salute to African Americans on goarmy. group called the Honorable Sacred Knights. The group obtained a permit for the rally months ago. com. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Correspondent Unlike Veterans Day, when we honor all who have served, Memorial Day is when Americans honor persons who have died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), the trade association of more than 200 African American-owned newspapers and media companies around the country, celebrates the sacrifices of all of our RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) – Authorities say three men and women in uniform, as well as their families, on members of a family were injured, one critically, when Memorial Day and every day. they were ejected from the log ride at a Southern CaliforWe are especially proud to honor our Black veternia amusement park. ans; whose sacrifices and accomplishments went beyond Fire officials say the ride malfunctioned and one of the field of battle to include the fields and lots adjacent to the log-shaped vessels overturned Saturday at Castle Park where they lived, worked and worshipped. in Riverside. For generations, African Americans returning home Officials say riders were thrown from the vessel and from service too often faced discrimination, disrespect, vitrapped in the water. olence, and even death, according to the nonprofit Equal Fire Capt. Brian Guzzetta says a woman was hospitalJustice Initiative. For instance, the Tuskegee Airmen were the first Black African Americans have proudly served all branches of the armed services. Many have made the ultimate ized in critical condition. A man and 10-year-old boy were treated at a hospital for minor injuries. military aviators in the U.S. Army Air Corps, a precursor sacrifice in support defense of our freedoms. Guzzetta says a pump apparently malfunctioned, preof the U.S. Air Force, according to the History Channel. venting the flow of water onto the track. He says when the However, during the late 19th and early 20th centu- perience. Trained at Tuskegee Army Air Field in Alabama, they In August 1917, U.S. Sen. James Vardaman of Missis- log descended from one of the falls, there wasn’t enough flew more than 15,000 individual sorties in Europe and ries, white supremacy was the law and custom throughout North Africa during World War II and their impressive the nation, and many whites feared that Black soldiers who sippi warned that, once a Black soldier was allowed to see water to slow it down and it crashed. The log ride is closed during an investigation but Casperformance earned them more than 150 Distinguished had experienced the pride of military service would resist himself as an American hero, it would be “but a short step tle Park will remain open through the weekend. Flying Crosses, helping to encourage the eventual integra- the disenfranchisement, segregation, and second-class citizenship that still characterized the African American ex- Continued on page A5 tion of the U.S. armed forces.
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CA Sues Over $1B in High-Speed Rail Money
By KATHLEEN RONAYNE Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) _ California sued Tuesday to block the Trump administration from cancelling nearly $1 billion for the state's high-speed rail project, escalating the state's feud with the federal government. The Federal Railroad Administration announced last week it would not give California the money awarded by Congress nearly a decade ago, arguing that the state has not made enough progress on the project. The state must complete construction on a segment of track in the Central Valley agricultural heartland by 2022 to keep the money, and the administration has argued the state cannot meet that deadline. That line of track would be the first built on what the state hopes will eventually become a 520-mile (837-kilometer) line between San Francisco and Los Angeles. But Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom says the move is retribution for California's criticism of President Donald Trump's immigration policies. “The decision was precipitated by President Trump's overt hostility to California, its challenge to his border wall initiatives, and what he called the “green disaster'' highspeed rail project,'' the state said in the lawsuit. California was not expected to tap the $929 million the Trump administration has revoked until 2021. If the lawsuit is not resolved before then, the election could put Democrats in the White House and Congress who may be friendlier to the project.
The lawsuit faulted the Trump administration for halting cooperation with the state on granting environmental clearances for the project. It said terminating the funding would “wreak significant economic damage on the Central Valley and the state.'' Newsom told reporters the administration is “after us in every way, shape or form.'' But he expressed confidence the state will win in court. “Principles and values tend to win out over short-term tweets,'' Newsom said. The lawsuit highlighted a series of tweets Trump sent about the project, including one that said California's rail project would be far more expensive than Trump's proposed border wall. That tweet came a day after California led 15 states in suing over Trump's plans to fund the border wall, and hours before the administration first threatened to revoke the rail funding. The Federal Railroad Administration did not immediately respond to an email message seeking comment about California's lawsuit. California has worked for more than a decade on the project to bring high-speed rail service between Los Angeles and San Francisco, but the project has been plagued by delays and cost overruns. It's now projected to cost around $77 billion and be finished by 2033. The state has already spent $2.5 billion in federal fund-
ing, and the Trump administration is exploring whether it can try to get that money back. The lawsuit also asks the court to block the administration from awarding the money to any other project. The lawsuit was filed in the Northern District of California. The dispute over the funding was partly driven by Newsom's remarks in February that the project faced challenges and needed to shift focus. Rail officials had been planning to connect the line under construction in the Central Valley to Silicon Valley, but Newsom has proposed extending the line further north and south into the valley before heading west. The California High-Speed Rail Authority presented a plan in early May that showed it would cost $18.3 billion to get trains up and running between Bakersfield and Merced by 2028. The board overseeing the project voted Tuesday to further study whether it makes sense financially and otherwise to run early train service on that line. Tom Richards, the vice chairman, noted the board has not yet formally approved the new approach. “The board has not been asked for, nor has the board given, any interim service direction to (the project's) management,'' he said.
Let’s Prevent a Long Hot Summer of
Violence in America
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By Russell Simmons Exclusive to the NNPA Newswire Across the nation and throughout the world, millions of people are still morning the tragic and senseless killing of our Brother Nipsy Hustle. We are again reminded of the terrible sickness of violence in communities across the United States. We should not wait for another one of our hero’s to be killed before we stand up to take action to prevent this plague of violence from continuing. Nipsy was a great example of what can happen when a young man from our community puts his head down and transcends the traps that are laid by the enemies of our youth in America. Let me be clear: All those who have the capacity and opportunity to do their part to end the senseless spiral of violence but do nothing by their omission are aligned with the forces that are against our communities’ safety, resilience and progress. Complacency with violence directly contributes to its devastating continuance. There are, however, very successful programs in nearly every hot pocket in our inner cities that are alarmingly underfunded. Those effective antiviolence programs are in constant need of volunteers. I have personally witnessed and worked closely with so many extremely productive and amazing programs that in fact prevent violence. Effective programs like Erica Ford’s “Life Camp” in Queens, New York or Captain Dennis Muhammed’s “Peace Keepers” efforts in over 20 cities are in need of additional funding and support from city, state and federal agencies. Of course, in addition, the private sector and local community support systems must also be summoned to help out. Now is the time to act to prevent future violence. These two programs are shining examples of how
much better and effective local interventions are than the police who in many cases are disconnected, not trusted, brutal and too often fatal. But despite the results of current research studies on what works, city budgets in too many states are now being turned over to ineffective police containment strategies because of the undue influence of police unions and other conservative political forces. Violence cannot be contained. It has to be prevented by trusted and effective community-based programs. Are we prepared to sit back this summer and watch more than 50 of our kids get shot and killed every weekend in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Houston, Detroit, Miami, or in St. Louis? Because if we don’t act urgently now, that’s what is gonna happen! Where is the national debate or priority about our children’s safety from violence? It appears that the hip-hop community is the only authentic and caring voice that is speaking out effectively and consistently on this important issue and “Taking back responsibility.” Most religious and political figures won’t bring it up publicly or earnestly unless we do it first. I will do my part. Will you? No matter how big or small your impact might be, everyone’s input and support is needed now. Even if you only will just write to your member of the U.S. Congress to urge more funding for community antiviolence programs, that will also be helpful. The clock is ticking. The summer is coming. Are you prepared to lose a love one or a friend to violence in our communities? Or are you going to join me and others to help make a lasting difference? Thank you for your response. With great love, all things are possible.
Helping Animals Live Tomorrow
HALT Rescue 10th Annual Fun Run Helping Animals Live Tomorrow (H.A.L.T.) Rescue is holding is 10th Annual 5K/10K Fun Run on Saturday, June 1st, at Yokuts Park. Check-in and late registration starts at 5:30am with the race beginning at 7:00am. This year’s race marks H.A.L.T. Rescue’s tenth year of successfully rescuing and re-homing over 100 dogs annually. Runners are welcomed to participate with their canine pals but consideration must be given to the weather and pets’ overall health. There will be awards for the top three finishers in each category and a special award and photo shoot for the first dog finishing the race. This family-friendly event includes a runner’s lunch, an array of opportunity drawing gifts and a vendor’s fair. Pre-registration costs $25 and ends May 28th at 5pm. The first 200 registrations receive a free shirt and give-away bag full of free items for you and your pet! Late registration is June 1st from 5:30am-7:00am, and costs $30. Open registration can be completed on-line at www. kerneventregistration.com or email directly to haltfunrun@gmail.com for an application or more information on volunteer opportunities, sponsorship commitments or donations.
Black Dems in Vastly White Iowa Ready for 2020 DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) _ In Iowa, one of the whitest states in the nation, black Democrats are more energized than they’ve been since Barack Obama’s 2008 campaign and poised to make a mark on 2020. Driven by dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump, they could make a difference in a state that chooses its primary candidate via a caucus, which, unlike an open primary, attracts only the most motivated voters. Candidates Cory Booker and Kamala Harris, who are black, are trying to rally more black voters. But so are Amy Klobuchar and other rivals. That’s because even though African Americans make up only 2% of Iowa’s population, they are expected to make up a larger share of the caucus turnout next February.
Restaurant Owner Not Liable for 2014 Beating
WEST POINT, Miss. (AP) – Jurors say a restaurant owner and security guard aren’t liable in the 2014 beating of two men outside a northeast Mississippi restaurant. The Commercial Dispatch reports Clay County jurors found guard Annie Avant and Huddle House owner Litco Petroleum not responsible for injuries to Ralph Weems IV and David Knighten. The men sought more than $9 million, mostly to pay for Weems’ care. His lawyers say Weems has brain damage. The lawyers argued Huddle House could have prevented the fight and responded ineffectively. Three men were convicted of aggravated assault. Testimony shows Weems and Knighten, both white, argued with black men at a nearby Waffle House, using racial slurs. Weems and Knighten went to Huddle House, finding there three men they’d argued with. The five fought, injuring Weems and Knighten.