The following is the story of Juneteenth, a day of celebration in African American communities across the country. The following is the development of that Independence Day for Black people starting in the state of Texas. It is reprinted here so that we may continue to understand this very special part of our history: Juneteenth, also known as Juneteenth Independence Day or Freedom Day, is an American holiday that commemorates the June 19, 1865 announcement of the abolition of slavery in the U.S. state of Texas, and more generally the emancipation of enslaved African Americans
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KINGS’ PROTESTS
By Stacy M. Brown
From Bethesda, Maryland, to Atlanta, Georgia, across New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Denver, and more than 2,000 other cities and towns nationwide, tens of thousands of Americans turned out Saturday in unified protest Donald Trump’s military parade, his 79th birthday, and what they described as his authoritarian leadership. In many cities, demonstrators carried signs and photos of former President Barack Obama — a visual rebuke of Trump, who has frequently lashed out at his predecessor. Some participants called Obama a symbol of the democratic ideals they believe Trump is working to dismantle.
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“Another shameful moment for our nation’s foreign policy” is what ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee Greg Meeks calls
President Trump’s latest travel ban on 12 countries. President Trump reinstated his first-time travel ban based on national security concerns. [As of] June 9, 2025, at 12:01, citizens of the designated countries are banned from entering the United States.
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The largest crowds gathered in major urban centers, where chants of “No Kings” rang out alongside “This is what democracy looks like.”
In Philadelphia, where thousands marched from Love Park to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland asked, “So what do you say, Philly? Are you ready to fight back? Do you want a gangster state, or do you want free speech in America?”
Atlanta’s Liberty Plaza reached its 5,000-person capacity early in the day. Thousands more lined the streets around the Georgia State Capitol holding placards and waving flags — many held upside down as a sign of national distress. In New York City, protesters filled Bryant Park, where organizers distributed “No Kings” posters and Obama portraits. Demonstrations stretched coast to coast, from Honolulu to Homer, Alaska. In Los Angeles, thousands more took to the streets following a week of tense standoffs between demonstrators and law enforcement. Elidia Buenrostro, 29, marched with her daughter, holding a sign that read “Families Belong
That morning, Americans woke to the shocking news that two state senators in another part of the country had been shot — one fatally — along with her husband in what has been reported as politically motivated violence.
“My heart is very heavy this morning,” Weber told the crowd. “At my age, I’ve seen so much — assassinations, uprisings, and civil unrest — but I thought we had learned. I thought we had grown. And yet, here we are.”
Despite the somber tone, the moment was also one of reflection and determination. Her remarks echoed themes she had emphasized on June 12 during the PPIC event in Sacramento, moderated by Tani Cantil-Sakauye, president and CEO of PPIC. Panelists included
Together,” explaining that she was protesting on behalf of her undocumented family members. Protesters in Philadelphia included a 61-yearold nurse named Karen Van Trieste. “I just feel like we need to defend our democracy,” she said, noting her concern about staffing cuts Trump made to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some marchers wore costumes inspired by popular culture. Jacqueline Sacrona attended a Michigan protest with her daughters dressed as characters from The Handmaid’s Tale, while in Philadelphia, Dennis Hannan wore a bedazzled Elvis Presley outfit and carried an American flag. “We’re here to downplay any other kings,” he said. The 50501 Movement, which organized the protests under the slogan “50 states, 50 protests, one movement,” said the demonstrations were timed to coincide with Trump’s military parade in Washington, D.C., and to counter what the group described as “authoritarianism disguised as patriotism.”
In Washington, protesters carried a large
Mark Baldassare, PPIC’s survey director; Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez (R-Indio); and Presiding Justice Judith McConnell of California’s Fourth Appellate District.
“We’ve failed our young people,” Weber said.
“This failure isn’t new. It’s generational. When people in their 40s and 50s don’t understand how their government works or why it matters, we see the results in today’s civic crisis.”
According to a June 2025 PPIC report, only 11% of California K–12 public schools rank civic engagement as a top educational priority — well behind basic academic instruction, life skills, and college prep.
Justice McConnell emphasized how that gap
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banner through the streets reading, “Trump must go now.” Others held signs that read “No Kings,” “Dissent Is Patriotic,” and “Democracy, Not Dictatorship.” In Charlotte, police on bicycles blocked demonstrators from moving through the downtown area. Protesters chanted, “Let us walk,” while helicopters flew overhead. In northern Atlanta, tear gas was deployed to prevent marchers from reaching Interstate 285. One journalist was detained. Mexican flags — symbols of solidarity during recent immigration raids — were also present at several demonstrations.
The day’s peaceful resistance was disrupted in Minnesota, where organizers canceled local protests after two Democratic lawmakers and their spouses were targeted in deadly shootings in separate incidents early Saturday. Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were killed in their Brooklyn Park home. Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, were injured at their residence in Champlin, nine miles away. Gov. Tim Walz
is most severe in low-income and rural areas.
“We spend time with teachers and administrators across the state who are trying to teach civics with almost no support,” McConnell said. “We show up any time we’re asked — because democracy depends on it.”
At the San Diego launch, Weber was introduced by former Assembly Speaker and Senate Pro Tem Toni Atkins, who is currently running for Governor in 2026. Atkins delivered an impassioned endorsement that framed Weber’s campaign as a fight to preserve core democratic values.
“We’re not just here to support a campaign,” Atkins said. “We’re here to defend a principle — one that is under threat like never before. In moments like these, we don’t retreat. We rise. And we rise with leaders like Dr. Shirley Weber.”
Atkins praised Weber’s journey — from the daughter of Arkansas sharecroppers to California’s first African American Secretary of State — and her leadership in expanding voter access, protecting election integrity, and standing up to voter suppression.
“She is a trailblazer, a tireless public servant, and a fierce guardian of the ballot box,” Atkins said. “Her life and her leadership are exactly what this moment demands — principled, courageous, and unshakably committed to the people.”
Weber also shared deeply personal stories that shaped her civic identity, including how her parents — denied the right to vote in the Jim
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The entry bans citizens from the following countries:
Afghanistan
Myanmar
Chad Republic of the Congo
Equatorial Guinea
Eritrea
Haiti
Iran
Libya
Somalia
Sudan
Yemen
The 12 countries on the travel ban list comprise seven African nations and one Caribbean nation. This ban will impact commerce and possibly diplomatic relations with these countries.
Congressman Meeks says, “Trump’s travel ban is discriminatory from the ground up, and
called it “a politically motivated assassination.” Authorities said the suspect posed as a police officer, carried “No Kings” flyers, and had writings referencing the victims and other public officials.
Organizers emphasized that the “No Kings” movement remains committed to nonviolence. They urged participants to avoid confrontation with counter-protesters and to adhere to local safety protocols. In cities like Tallahassee, St. Louis, Providence, and Albuquerque, the message remained consistent: the country must reject authoritarianism. At the heart of the demonstrations were visible reminders of the president many see as a contrast to Trump. In dozens of cities, Obama’s image was lifted above the crowds — a silent but potent statement about the kind of leadership many Americans said they want to return to. “We are not loyal subjects,” a protester in Chicago told a local television station. “We are citizens of a democracy, and we’re not going to be ruled by a king.”
Crow South — opened their Los Angeles home as a polling place.
“My mother served pie and pound cake to voters in our living room,” she said. “That was her way of standing for democracy.”
Now, as Secretary of State, she said she’s fighting a constant stream of legal and political attacks aimed at undoing that legacy — from attempts to restrict vote-by-mail access to efforts to purge voter rolls and shorten voting windows.
“We’re fighting lawsuits every day,” Weber said. “And we will not back down — not when others gave so much to secure the rights we now have.”
She also announced that her office will commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 with a year-long campaign to educate Californians on the law’s history and the ongoing threats against it.
“This isn’t just a commemoration. It’s a defense,” she said. “We must remind the next generation that people sacrificed everything for the right to vote. And that sacrifice must never be forgotten or undone.”
Weber made it clear that her campaign is not just about re-election, but about preserving the integrity of California’s democracy.
“This is not a moment. This is our life,” she said. “Defending voting rights, protecting access, and empowering our communities isn’t something we do once every four years. It’s something we do every single day.”
ultimately self-defeating—it even betrays our Afghan allies who supported U.S. troops over our twenty-year war and were waiting for their visas to enter the United States.”
President Trump also signed a ban on international students attending Harvard University, a school he has been battling with over issues such as antisemitism on campus and discrimination against white, Asian, male, and straight individuals. The Trump administration is also concerned with China’s foreign influence and perceived woke ideology. Chioma Chookwoo of American Oversight says, “A quarter of Harvard’s student population is international.”
The latest travel ban has far-reaching implications for higher education in the United States. North Carolina Democratic Congresswoman Alma Adams told Black Press USA, “Nationwide, we have more than 1 million international students who contribute $50 billion to the U.S. economy each year.” In Adam’s home district, she says the University of North Carolina at Charlotte” has 2,000 international students from nearly 100 countries.”
The congresswoman, who also is a member of the House Committee on Education, says, “These students are coming to our country to better their education and consistently give more than they receive.” “Between this latest travel ban, the freeze on student visa processing, and other chilling actions to deter international students, the Trump administration is creating a self-inflicted brain drain that further damages our economy and undermines U.S. influence and soft power,” offered Meeks.
IF THE MILLIONS MARCHING WOULD ONLY VOTE
By Dr. John E. Warren PUBLISHER, THE SAN DIEGO VOICE & VIEWPOINT
As we look at the cornerstones of our democracy and the extent to which the separation of powers under the Constitution have been held captive by the holder of the Executive Office of the Presidency, we see an outpouring of protest throughout America. Last week, over 5 million people in more than 2000 protest demonstrations, took to the streets against the policies of this President. But that is not enough. Question: How many of those 5 million are voters? Why? Because it will take voters to stop the assault on democracy.
If we had voter registration at each protest site and a list of those local elected officials who remain silent, we could initiate Recall Petitions for failure to uphold the Oath of Office that each of them to “To Uphold And Defend The Constitution of The United States”. The failure we have seen with each and every Republican in the House of Representatives and the
Senate more than provide grounds for recalls. Successful recalls will trigger the need for special elections, all of which probably could take place before the scheduled 2026 Midterm election. America does not have time to wait for the Midterm elections.
Millions of people showing up with voter registration cards at each of these protests will deliver a message that is always missing. That missing element, which all politicians understand, is the difference between marching in protest and actually going to the polls to vote. The latter is what every elected person, including the President, really cares about.
Only regaining control of the House of Representatives, which the Republicans only hold by about five votes, will give us the opportunity to re-establish the separation of powers provided in the Constitution as a means of stopping the authoritarian efforts of this President and those who silently appear to agree with him. Let’s get about the business of making some life and death changes.
BLACK LEADERS ARE STANDING WITH IMMIGRANT COMMUNITIES
By Joe W. Bowers Jr. CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA
Last week, when Pres. Donald Trump sent federal troops into Los Angeles and escalated ICE raids across Southern California, Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D-Inglewood) didn’t stay silent. As chair of the Los Angeles County Legislative Delegation, she led more than 30 lawmakers in a Capitol press conference denouncing what she called “unconstitutional actions.”
“Mr. President, stop provoking fear and violence in L.A. County,” McKinnor said. “We are not your political punching bag. We are a strong people — we are good people, and we will not be bullied.”
Despite statements like these — and others from Black elected officials across the state — a narrative persists that Black leaders have been quiet. But California’s Black lawmakers are speaking out forcefully, even if media coverage hasn’t kept pace.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, a member of both the CLBC and the California Latino legislative Caucus (CLLC), warned about the impact on students and families. “One in five of our students in this state has an immigrant parent,” Thurmond said. “Who sends ICE to a community to detain a nine-year-old? Never thought we’d see anything like this in our lifetime.”
“When communities are demonized, when the humanity of our
fellow human beings is questioned and denied … hope will never be silent,” Elhawary said.
She condemned the unapproved ICE operations near Exposition Park in her district. “No one at the state level approved the recent ICE activity,” she said. “This was not a joint operation. This was abuse of power.”
State Controller Malia M. Cohen echoed that sentiment. “What happened to David Huerta is a disgrace -- not just an attack on one man, but an attack on all of us who believe in justice, dignity, and the right to speak truth to power,” she said.
When U.S. Senator Alex Padilla was tackled and removed from a Los Angeles press conference led by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Black leaders raised their voices again. Bryan posted, “Authoritarians and dictators arrest political dissent… this is not America.”
State Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D-San Diego), chair of the CLBC, said, “What happened to Sen. Alex Padilla today is unacceptable… Silencing dissent through intimidation and force sets a dangerous precedent that undermines the very fabric of our democratic values.”
Gov. Gavin Newsom has emphasized that California never requested federal troops and has challenged Trump’s deployment order in court. A federal judge sided with California in a preliminary ruling, but the Trump administration appealed. A hearing is scheduled for June 17.
From Inglewood to Oakland, Culver City to San Diego, Black leaders have been unified in denouncing the ICE raids, arrests, and Trump’s military interventions. But their voices haven’t gotten the media attention they deserve, leading some to wrongly assume they aren’t engaged.
And it’s not just elected officials. Black labor organizers, clergy, and community leaders have also condemned the ICE raids and arrests, standing in coalition with immigrant rights groups on the ground.
That lack of visibility is fueling confusion. Some Black Californians have questioned whether this is “our issue.” But what’s happening isn’t only about immigration. It’s about militarizing neighborhoods, tearing families apart, bypassing due process, and weaponizing fear.
There’s a long history of Black and Latino communities in California joining together — from United Farm Workers and Black labor alliances to the ethnic studies student protests in the 1960s and ‘70s, the fight against Prop 187 in the 1990s and the Black Lives Matters marches of the 2000s.
This is not just a Latino issue. It’s a human rights issue. It’s a civil rights issue. And it’s a California issue.
Let’s not let selective media coverage cloud the truth. Let’s not allow anyone to divide us. And let’s remember protecting each other’s rights is the surest way to protect our own.
MAKE AMERICA RACIST AGAIN
By Robert C. Koehler
Basically, everyone knows that “making America great again” means making America racist again — making racism the cultural norm again, unlocking the cage of political correctness and freeing, you know, regular Americans to strut again in a sense of superiority.
This cultural norm was “stolen” by the civil rights movement. Prior to the changes the movement wrought — I’m old enough to remember those days — polite ladies at church could say, “Oh my, that’s very white of you.” And lynchings were not only normal but quasi-legal, or so it seemed, far more likely to result in postcards than convictions.
Permission to dehumanize comes from the top down. This is what the Trump era continues to teach us, as well as how politically convenient it is. Dehumanizing a particular group of people — turning them into “the enemy” of the moment — is such a useful governing tool. And creating the enemy isn’t limited to waging war.
America, America! Half democracy, half slave-owning autocracy: God bless our founding racism, Let’s make America as great as it used to be. Here’s how this is done, as Axios reports:
“In a tense meeting last week, top Trump aide Stephen Miller and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem demanded that immigration agents seek to arrest 3,000 people a day… according to two sources familiar with the meeting.
No wonder ICE agents seem like such brutal racists. It’s their job. Perhaps most of them believe in the moral necessity of their work — getting “illegals” out of the country, even if, oh gosh, they’re here legally. But even if they don’t, this is the work they have to do.
It’s not too difficult to scrape past the superficial terms “legal” and “citizenship” to spot the collective dehumanization of brown people.
This was exemplified in a recent CNN story about a surge in arrests of fake ICE agents – ordinary American guys harassing, assaulting and/or pretending to arrest brown people. One incident, in which a South Carolina white guy stopped his car on a rural road, blocking the car of brown men behind him. One of the victims recorded the incident on his cellphone.
“You all got caught!” the fake agent blathered. “Where are you from, Mexico? You from Mexico? You’re going back to Mexico!”
“What we’re seeing here is we have leadership at the top that dehumanizes people who are immigrants and now this is the outcome of that dehumanizing. You end up having a violation of people’s rights, people see and hear this and they feel emboldened to go against immigrants.”
Yes, this is part of who we are. Us-vs.-them hatred, fear and contempt is basic humanity, simplified to its lowest common denominator. It’s so easy to seize a sense of hatred and contempt for an “other” — for someone who seems different. But to worship racism is to deny full humanity not simply to “them” but to yourself. You’re living as half of who you are, locked solely in your certainties — in what you know or think you know — and denying yourself the chance to learn and grow.
Removing books from libraries is one example of this — you know, books that make people “uncomfortable,” because they push them beyond their certainties (racist or otherwise). So is the Trump-ICE invasion of universities: arresting and deporting students who make, let us say, politically incorrect statements about Israel’s genocide in Gaza. As author Christine Greer asked: “What is the point of a university if we have homogeneity of thought and silence?”
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BLACK HISTORY
1865
END OF SLAVERY ENFORCED IN TEXAS
On June 19, 1865, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, with 2,000 federal troops to enforce the end of slavery. Standing on the balcony of Ashton Villa, he read General Order No. 3, announcing that all enslaved people in Texas were free, in accordance with the Emancipation Proclamation issued two years earlier.
Though the Civil War had ended in April, news and enforcement were slow to reach Texas. Granger’s proclamation marked the first time many enslaved Texans heard they were free. The day became known as Juneteenth and has since been celebrated as a milestone of Black liberation.
1924
RAYMOND MERRIWETHER IS BORN
Raymond Merriwether, born June 19, 1924, in Taylor, Texas, became a pioneering Black architect, engineer, and newspaper owner in Seattle. After serving briefly in the Navy and graduating from Howard University, he moved to Seattle in 1947 and became the city’s third Black engineer. By 25, he had built multiple apartment buildings and, in 1952, purchased The Pacific Leader to advocate for civil rights.
Merriwether later co-founded Peck & Merriwether, designing hundreds of housing and healthcare units. He mentored young Black entrepreneurs and founded his own firm in 1971. Merriwether retired to travel and died in 2011 at age 87.
1932
SOLOMON TSHEKISO PLAATJE PASSES AWAY
Sol Plaatje, born October 9, 1876, was a pioneering South African intellectual, writer, and the first Secretary-General of the African National Congress (ANC). In 1914, he traveled to London to protest the 1913 Land Act, writing Native Life in South Africa and other influential works. Plaatje translated Shakespeare into Setswana and published Mhudi, the first novel by a Black South African. He died on June 19, 1932, leaving a legacy of political courage and cultural achievement.
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Gurney Lindell Solomon
Hoggard
SUNRISE 05/09/1938
SUNSET 05/02/2025
Gurney Lindell Hoggard was born May 9, 1938, in Colerain, North Carolina. He was the first of four children born to Ida Mae and Garney Clayton Hoggard. Gurney became a member of New Central Baptist Church in Norfolk, Virginia and accepted Christ as his Savior when he was 12 years old. He was a 1956 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, Virginia. At age 17, Gurney became a sailor with the U.S. Navy, following in his father’s footsteps. He served as an Aviation Ordinanceman throughout his 20 year career, rising to the rank of Chief Petty Officer. It was in his time in the navy, that he married his high school sweetheart - Shirley Hall. They were blessed with three boys: Carlton, Dennis, and Clayton. Due to the demands of military travel, his one regret was often being away from his family for long periods of time. Gurney and Shirley opened their own real estate firm - Hoggard & Hoggard Realty, in National City, California. He was also a proud Mason. In the years following, he earned Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Business Administration and Accounting. He attended Bible College and became an Ordained Minister. He taught at San Diego Community College and Cerro Coso Community College in Ridgecrest, California. For a period, he served the Lord pastoring at True Love Baptist Church in Ridgecrest before he and Shirley started their own ministry in Ridgecrest and named it Valley Community Baptist Church.
After Shirley’s sudden passing in January 2008, Gurney relocated to San Diego, CA. In 2017, Gurney married Frances Katherine Jackson, his longtime friend and colleague. They spent their twilight years together until he transitioned on May 2, 2025.
He is survived by his loving wife Frances K. Jackson Hoggard, sons; Carlton Hoggard (Maureen) of San Diego, CA, and Dennis Hoggard and Clayton Hoggard (Milo) of Ridgecrest, CA, stepdaughter Nenaji Jackson, stepsons; Daryl Jackson of Long Beach, CA and Jay Jackson of Colorado Springs, Colorado., sister Ida Hoggard Gordon of Hemet, CA, and Carrie May King (deceased), brother William Hoggard (Theresa) of Williamsport, Maryland, twelve grandchildren; Kory, Dejuan, Joshua, Jocelyn, Aaron, Mychael (deceased), Morgan, Clayton, Jr., Jeff, Osmond, Docine, Carlton and Maeley, along with several great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Memorial service to be held June 20, 2025, 11:00am, at Meridian Baptist Church, 660 S. 3rd St. El Cajon, CA 92019.
I get up every day and take a breath. And start another day without you in it.
Neal Jackson III
SUNRISE 11/28/1958
SUNSET
05/20/2025
ARRANGEMENTS BY PREFERRED CREMATION & BURIAL Service was held June 6, 2025 at Total Deliverance Worship Center.
Solomon "Mike” Neal Jackson III was a beloved son, brother, father, friend, and servant of God, who passed away on May 20, 2025. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on November 28, 1958, Solomon’s life was a shining example of versatility, faith, and unwavering love.
Solomon was the second eldest child of Mary Louise Murray and Solomon Neal Jackson II. He was the devoted former husband of Valli, his high school sweetheart, proud father to Shaunte (Derek), Denise (Larry), and Michelle (Chris), and cherished brother to Nadine, James, DeJuana, Brandon, Brennen, Brien, and Ashley.
A graduate of Crenshaw High School, Solomon’s journey of service and dedication took him to the U.S. Navy at the age of 17, where he served honorably for twenty years before retiring. His military service was a testament to his character, commitment to his country, and the desire to provide a beautiful life for his family.
Throughout his life, Solomon exemplified humility, skill, and compassion. A true Renaissance man, he humbly excelled in every craft approached—from building homes from the ground up with his father to working as an electrician in the Navy. Solomon also exhibited his skills in carpentry, mechanics, Cajun culinary arts, as an athlete, and the list goes on. He was always eager to lend his talents to help others. His trade skills, carpentry expertise, storytelling, and wisdom were unmatched, and his love for life and faith inspired everyone around him.
A devout follower of Jesus Christ, Solomon served as a Deacon at Total Deliverance Worship Center in San Diego, California, where he was a vital member for nearly 30 years. He also led the church’s catering team, showcasing his gift of service and his love for bringing people together through food. Known for his kindness, wisdom, and extraordinary example of love, anyone who knew Solomon loved him dearly. From driving family cross-country, as fast as the law would allow and sometimes faster, to opening his home to those who had none, he was the first one many called when they needed help. His answer was always yes.
His faith, generosity, and unwavering spirit leave a lasting legacy that will be remembered and cherished forever. His legacy will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know him.
He is deeply missed, but never forgotten.
To Honour You
By Connie F. Kiefer Byrd
To honour you... I laugh and love with those who knew your smile And the way your eyes twinkled with mischief and secret knowledge.
To honour you... I take the time to appreciate everyone I love, I know now there is no guarantee of days or hours spent in their presence.
To honour you... I listen to music you would have liked, And sing at the top of my lungs, with the windows rolled down
To honour you... I take chances, say what I feel, hold nothing back, Risk making a fool of myself, dance every dance. You were my light, my heart, my gift of love, from the very highest source. So every day, I vow to make a difference, share a smile, live, laugh and love. Now I live for us both, so all I do, I do to honour you.
May Time
Soften Your Pain
In times of darkness, love sees…
In times of silence, love hears...
In times of doubt, love hopes…
In times of sorrow, love heals... And in all times, love remembers. May time soften the pain
Until all that remains Is the warmth of the memories And the love.
“Mike”
Love Twelve Miles Long by Glenda Armand illustrated by Colin Bootman
Sojourner Truth's Ste Stom Stride by Andrea Da is Pinkney and Brian Pinkney
Show Way by Jacqueline Woodson illustrated by Hudson Talbott
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Robust ADU Reform Passes
Aims to balance San Diego’s housing growth with community concerns
By Macy Meinhardt V&V Staff Writer, CA Local News Fellow
Sa n Diego’s ongoing debate over how to regulate backyard housing, or Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), reached a milestone Monday as City Council narrowly passed 5-4 a series of code amendments in response to growing public backlash.
affirmed that such projects exploited the program, stating that the amendments they were voting on would make such impacts caused by developers highly involved in outlier development projects illegal.
“These changes ensure the ADU program stays true to its intended purpose: providing more homes, not full-blown apartment complexes in people’s backyards. No longer
Proposed policy changes range from setting a cap on the number of units that can be built on a lot to mandating parking requirements and adding community impact fees that developers must pay.
Community backlash against ADU development, particularly in areas such as Encanto, Clairemont and North Park, has been significant in recent months.
Residents in these groups have been concerned with the side effects caused by “loopholes” in San Diego's Bonus ADU code, allowing few developers to densely pack accessory dwelling units (also known as granny-flats) onto single-family lots.
A handful of outlier projects have showcased where the fullest extent of the program can go, evidenced by the permitting of dozens of units, resulting in the optics of “granny towers”. Councilmembers
will our ADU program be a backdoor for large-scale projects that don’t resemble anyone’s idea of a granny flat,” said Councilmember Raul Campillo in a statement shortly released after the vote.
While the typical usage of the program is estimated to be around four units, key concerns consisted of overcrowding, parking, fire risks, and inadequate infrastructure and resources to support the influx of housing.
The contentious, seven-hour council meeting overhearing this item, underscored the complexity of this debate. While the opposition of ADU development is notable—699 speaker slips submitted in opposition versus 20 in favor, for example—the city's housing affordability crisis is also pertinent. Further adding to this is a scathing letter from the California Department of Housing and Community Devel-
opment warning against significant provisions to the program. Mainly, any actions taken that decrease affordable housing opportunities.
City leaders such as Councilmember Henry Foster and Marni Von Wilpert stated that they felt the letter from state officials did “not make sense,” as the bonus program in general goes beyond what is required for affordable housing production. Furthermore, councilmembers maintained the amendments made put the program closer in line with state provisions.
A glance at the proposed amendments includes:
1. S izing: Sets a minimum unit size to prevent cramped microunits and a maximum size of 1,200 square feet, allowing up to six units within a two-story height limit.
2. M oderate Income Requirements: Adjusting income restrictions to make bonus ADUs truly affordable.
3. Parking Requirements: Requires one-off street parking for each affordable ADU and bonus ADU if not near public transit.
4. Fire Safety Setbacks: Maintaining 5-foot setbacks in high fire severity zones to protect neighborhood safety, eliminating ADUs in culde-sacs in high fire zones.
5. Community Enhancement Fees: Requiring developers to pay community enhancement fees to mitigate the impact created by new development in neighborhoods.
An entire list of the 25 amendments can be found following this link: https://sandiego.hylandcloud. com/211agendaonlinecouncil/ Meetings/iewMeeting?id=6554 &doctype=1&site=council
Councilmembers Stephen Whitburn, Sean Elo-Rivera, Vivian Moreno and Kent Lee voted against the amendments.
The full scope of amendments requires a second reading and mayoral approval. If passed, the changes could be implemented by August.
Stolen, Returned, Remembered:
Reburied in New Orleans
By Stacy M. Brown Black Press USA Sr National Correspondent
More than 150 years after their crania were taken from New Orleans and shipped to Germany for racist scientific experiments, 19 Black Americans were finally laid to rest. In a moving display of remembrance and res -
appearance on Black Press USA's Let It Be Known News morning show. “It was a restoration of humanity.”
Each person was memorialized in a handcrafted funeral vessel etched with their name, age, and date of death. The vessels featured Adinkra symbols representing universal spirituality and were carried by students from universities in the New Orleans area. The service involved multiple faiths— including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, SGI Buddhism, the Baha’i tradition, and West African rituals—to honor the unknown spiritual identities of the deceased. “This was deeply cultural and deeply intentional,” Baham said. “We weren’t going to bring them home just to store them away. They were brought back with reverence and sealed into the earth.”
toration, Dillard University, the City of New Orleans, and University Medical Center held a traditional jazz funeral and memorial service to honor the 13 men, four women, and two unidentified individuals whose remains were stolen in the 1870s by a local physician and sent overseas.
The ceremony, held on May 31, included student pallbearers, an interfaith service, and a burial at the Katrina Memorial. “This was not just an act of remembrance,” Dr. Eva Baham, chair of the Repatriation Committee and former Dillard professor, said during an
The repatriation followed a 2023 outreach by the University of Leipzig, where the crania had been housed for over a century. Researchers there acknowledged the harm done and initiated the return. The remains, all traced to individuals who died at Char ity Hospital in 1871 and 1872, were taken during a time when pseudoscience like phrenology falsely claimed to mea sure intelligence and inferiority by skull shape—an ideology used to justify slavery and racial hierarchy. “This is how we begin to heal from the atrocities committed in the name of science,” Baham said. New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, Dillard University President Monique Guillory, and community leaders led the ceremony. The final rest ing place, the Katrina
Groundbreaking
National Black Lawyer Network Launches on Juneteeth
1,000 Black lawyers to serve 1 Million Black households
& VIEWPOINT
Justis Connection has announced its national expansion this Juneteenth, with a bold mission: to build a powerful network of 1,000 Black lawyers ready to serve 1 million Black households across the United States.
Less than 5% of lawyers in America are Black, a figure that has remained stagnant for over two decades. Yet legal challenges — from protecting assets and fighting discrimination to starting businesses and navigating custody battles — require trusted, culturally attuned legal counsel. Justis Connection was created to bridge that gap.
With founding members like Ben Crump and Billy Murphy Jr., Justis
Connection represents a deep bench of legal firepower across all practice areas, including:
• Business Law (contracts, intellectual property, employment law)
• Personal Injury (auto accidents, medical malpractice)
• Real Estate, Tax Law, Cannabis Law, and more “We’re building a pipeline of protection — a modern-day Green Book for justice — so that no matter where you are, there’s a trusted Black lawyer within reach,” said Kisha A. Brown, Esq., civil rights attorney and Justis Connection founder. Learn more at www.justisconnection.com.
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where their full bodies are,”
“But perhaps—just perhaps—we brought them back together in spirit.”
racist:
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Interestingly, we’re also witnessing a seemingly opposite sort of educational confrontation, as Trump education secretary Linda McMahon recently defended a New York state high school’s right to maintain an indigenous American name for its sports teams: “the Chiefs.” The state had imposed a ban on stereotypical mascot names. As a spokesperson for the National Congress of
American Indians said: “These depictions are not tributes — they are rooted in racism, cultural appropriation, and intentional ignorance.”
I believe this much: We’ll continue to evolve beyond this smirking certainty, regardless how difficult it will be to do so and regardless how long it takes.
Residents of Encanto sitting in council chambers ahead of ADU hearing on March 4. PHOTO: Macy Meinhardt/
Staff Writer
IMAGE: Justice Connection
PHOTO: Malachi Casimire, Dillard University
Individuals finally received long-overdue recognition in full New Orleanian spirit with jazz band, second line, performed by Black men of labor, and kumbuka dancers. PHOTO: Malachi Casimire, Dillard University
Memorial, sits near the historic grounds where Charity Hospital once buried the poor and marginalized. “We may never know
Baham noted.
“Words don,t convey what my heart wants to say about you. Your essence and impact on my life and members of the community is beyond words. I love you, Mom. Rest in Peace.”
Love, Charles Warren Y
Remembering
Mrs. Gerri Warren ;
IJUNE 22, 1946 — JUNE 8, 2009
t was a few minutes after 10pm, and my little eyes were getting heavy. I had been working diligently on a homework assignment, and found that I was growing tired. The assignment was to make a map of a state out of dough. My mother lent her expertise toward my fifth grade project, wanting to put that extra special touch on it to ensure my good grade. She was known to be the night owl of the family, but at ten years old, I hadn’t picked up that trait. “Mommy, I’m tired. I can’t do this anymore,” I whined. She ignored me. Again, I mentioned how tired I was and that I couldn’t complete the assignment. Again, she ignored me. On my third attempt to get her attention, and approval to give-up, she left the spot where she was standing, and came and sat next to me at the kitchen table. “Chida, you have MY blood running through your veins, and as long as you do, I don’t EVER want to hear you say you’re tired.” Some way, somehow, I knew that statement was meant for more than just me completing my homework for the night, and I never forgot it.
Gerri (which means ‘Warrior’) Warren, came from a hardworking family from the South. Tired wasn’t in her vocabulary, especially when there was something to be done. Those worker bee traits she picked up in her formative years helped her to create her pathway to success. She was a true foot soldier and woman, who I can now see, was well ahead of her time. My mother was always encouraging someone to think outside of the box, and go beyond what they believed their boundaries were. As far as she was concerned, there were no boundaries to what you could achieve. She believed that the only limits that existed were the ones placed on ourselves, due to complacency or ignorance.
Shortly after my mother passed, I found the one thing of hers that I wanted with me always… her Bible. The tattered and worn leather bound book that she left behind is what she strived to live by. Upon opening it, I found a note that she had written to herself as a reminder of her abilities. It said “I am responsible for my environment.” I reflect on that statement often, and I reflect on the impact she had on her environment, which we are all products of. Like a pebble thrown in a pond, her accomplishments have rippled throughout this city, state and nation. If you ever had the chance to experience her — her laughter, her tears, her jokes, he anger, her sadness, her happiness, her frustrations,
her love, her preaching, her compassion, her teaching, her wisdom, or her God, then take that piece of her and know that you experienced someone inimitable. As we, the family and the community, celebrate her life and legacy, I would like to remind you, to not become weary in well doing. If you are in Christ, your reward is with the Father.
~ Chida R.Warren-Darby
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Phi Beta Sigma’s Lambda Iota
By CW, The Freelancer CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The Lambda Iota Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. hosted its 9th annual Honor Thy Father event on Saturday, June 14, celebrating six local men for their commitment to both family and community.
Held just ahead of Father’s Day, the event recognized Tre Watkins, James Wiley Jr., Corey Thompson, Jason S. Milsap,
Allen Maxwell, and Jonathan McClain, fathers who lead not only in their homes but also in neighborhoods, organizations, and causes they serve. Each honoree was selected for going beyond the role of a parent, consistently showing up as mentors, volunteers, professionals, and role models.
Cherish Moment’s Daughters
By Darrel Wheeler CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The special event was hosted by Cherish Moments Non-Profit Organization last Saturday at the MLK Recreation Center on Skyline Drive.
A full course of all-you-can-eat and drink brunch was served to all the attendees at the first annual Daughters Who Lost Their Fathers Brunch, including a variety of classic mimosas. The impressive menu featured: bacon, sausage, hotlinks, potatoes, eggs, grits, waffles, biscuits and fruits.
The ladies were welcomed and encour-
aged to share their personal experiences with their fathers, who are now resting in power. The sharing provoked laughter, cheers and tears.
Cherished Moments Nonprofit Organization’s CEO, Lady Sherrel, had this to say about the special event. “Today, we daughters united in love and remembrance, honoring the fathers who now live in our hearts. We shared cherished memories, celebrating the wisdom,
Sigma Chapter Honors Six Fathers at Annual Event
The event brought together fraternity members, family, friends, and community leaders to applaud the everyday work of fathers who often don’t seek recognition. These six men were acknowledged not just for being present in the lives of their children, but for their continued efforts to improve the lives of others.
Under the direction and guidance of Cecil A. Shelton, President of the Lambda Iota Sigma Chapter, the event has continued to grow in depth and meaning. Shelton’s leadership is marked
by humility, dedication, and a deep sense of service to both the fraternity and the broader community. His commitment to uplifting others, especially through events like this, reflects the very spirit of brotherhood and civic responsibility that Phi Beta Sigma stands for. His steady hand and vision are part of what has kept the Honor Thy Father event a meaningful tradition.
The keynote speaker was San Diego Police Department Commander Ben Kelso, a member of Phi Beta Sigma. Bro. Richard Eberhart served as the evening’s master of ceremony.
Daughters Who Lost Their Fathers Special Brunch
strength and love that shaped our lives. Their legacy continues to inspire us, guiding us with every step we take.”
“I loved it. I came here to support the event today because I think it
is a nice way to honor fathers,” event guest
A mellow atmosphere of purpose, nice decor, good food, raffle prizes, music and easy vibes was happening at the MLK Rec Center for this meaningful Father’s Day celebration.
As the event ended, one question lingered: In a world that often overlooks quiet leadership, how often do we truly honor the men who shape our communities simply by showing up, every single day? The right support can make all the difference With extra love, patience and play, we can help give children a stronger start and prevent toxic stress. Learn more at
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JUNETEENTH
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Juneteenth, FREEDOM
Celebration of
throughout the former Confederate States of America. Its name is a portmanteau of “June” and “nineteenth”, the date of its celebration. Juneteenth is recognized as a state holiday or special day of observance in forty-five states. Today it is observed primarily in local celebrations. Traditions include public readings of the Emancipation Proclamation, singing traditional songs such as “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot” and “Lift Every Voice and Sing”, and readings of works by noted African- American writers such as Ralph Ellison and Maya Angelou. Celebrations may include rodeos, street fairs, cookouts, family reunions, park parties, historical reenactments, or Miss Juneteenth contests. The Mascogos, descendants of Black Seminoles, of Coahuila, Mexico also celebrates Juneteenth.
During the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on September 22, 1862, with an effective date of January 1, 1863. It declared that all enslaved persons in the Confederate States of America in rebellion and not in Union hands were to be freed. This excluded the five states known later as border states, which were the four “slave states” not in rebellion – Kentucky, Maryland, Delaware, and Missouri –and those counties of Virginia soon to form the state of West Virginia, and also the three zones under Union occupation: the state of Tennessee, lower Louisiana, and Southeast Virginia. More isolated geographically, Texas was not a battleground, and thus the people held there as slaves were not affected by the Emancipation Proclamation unless they escaped. Planters and other slaveholders had migrated into Texas from eastern states to escape the fighting, and many brought enslaved people with them, increasing by the thousands the enslaved population in the state at the end of the Civil War. Although most enslaved people lived in rural areas, more than 1000 resided in both Galveston and Houston by 1860, with several hundred in other large towns. By 1865, there were an estimated 250,000 enslaved people in Texas. The older, and Hispanic, town of San Antonio had 168 slaves among a population of 3,436.
The news of General Robert E. Lee’s surrender on April 9 reached Texas later in the month. The Army of the TransMississippi did not surrender until June 2.On June 18, Union Army General Gordon Granger arrived at Galveston Island with 2,000 federal troops to occupy Texas on behalf of the federal government. The following day, standing on the balcony of Galveston’s Ashton Villa, Granger read aloud the contents
of “General Order No. 3”, announcing the total emancipation of those held as slaves:
The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free. This involves an absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves, and the connection heretofore existing between them becomes that between employer and hired labor. The freedmen are advised to remain quietly at their present homes and work for wages. They are informed that they will not be allowed to collect at military posts and that they will not be supported in idleness either there or elsewhere.
Formerly enslaved people in Galveston rejoiced in the streets after the announcement, although in the years afterward, many struggled to work through the changes, against resistance of whites. The following year, freedmen organized the first of what became the annual celebration of Juneteenth in Texas. In some cities African-Americans were barred from using public parks because of state-sponsored segregation of facilities. Across parts of Texas, freed people pooled their funds to purchase land to hold their celebrations, such as Houston’s Emancipation Park, Mexia’s Booker T. Washington Park, and Emancipation Park in Austin.
Although the date is sometimes referred to as the “traditional end of slavery in Texas” it was given legal status in a series of Texas Supreme Court decisions between 1868 and 1874.
In the early 20th century, economic and political forces led to a decline in Juneteenth celebrations. From 1890 to 1908, Texas and all former Confederate states passed new constitutions or amendments that effectively disenfranchised black people, excluding them from the political process. Whitedominated state legislatures passed Jim Crow laws imposing second- class status. The Great Depression forced many black people off farms and into the cities to find work. In these urban environments, African Americans had difficulty taking the day off to celebrate.
The Second Great Migration began during World War II, when many black people migrated to the West Coast where skilled jobs in the defense industry were opening up. From 1940 through 1970, in the second wave of the Great Migration, more than 5 million black people left Texas, Louisiana and other parts of the South for the North and West Coast. As historian Isabel Wilkerson writes, “The people from Texas took Juneteenth Day to Los Angeles, Oakland, Seattle, and
other places they went.”
Following the 1968 Poor People’s Campaign to Washington, DC called by Rev. Ralph Abernathy, many attendees returned home and initiated Juneteenth celebrations in areas where the “Day” was not previously celebrated. Since the 1980s and 1990s, the holiday has been more widely celebrated among AfricanAmerican communities. In 1994 a group of community leaders gathered at Christian Unity Baptist Church in New Orleans, Louisiana to work for greater national celebration of Juneteenth. Expatriates have celebrated it in cities abroad, such as Paris. Some US military bases in other countries sponsor celebrations, in addition to those of private groups.
Although the holiday is still mostly unknown outside African-American communities, it has gained mainstream awareness through depictions in entertainment media, such as episodes of the TV series Atlanta (2016) and Blackish (2017), the latter of which featured musical numbers about the holiday by Aloe Blacc, The Roots, and Fonzworth Bentley.
In 1980, Texas was the first state to establish Juneteenth as a state holiday under legislation introduced by freshman Democratic State Representative Al Edwards. Juneteenth is a “partial staffing” holiday in Texas; government offices do not close but agencies may operate with reduced staff, and employees may either celebrate this holiday or substitute it with one of four “optional holidays” recognized by Texas.
The free labor of our ancestors paved the way for the United States of America to be one of the wealthiest countries in the world.
Portions of this article originally appeared in African American Voice.
Editor’s Note: Juneteenth became a federal holiday on June 17, 2021. All 50 states and the District of Columbia recognize Juneteenth as a holiday or observance, and at least 18 states have enacted laws to observe the holiday as a paid state holiday.
The 5 bronze sculptures pictured here at the George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural, and Genealogy Center in Austin, Texas show how the news of freedom spread. Juneteenth began on June 19, 1865 with an order read by General Gordon Grainger—a law that the Emancipation Proclamation was enforced. So the Legislature learned of freedom first, then the news reached the faith leaders in African American Community. The Pastor told the enslaved people represented by the Freed Man and Freed Woman, and they shared the news with youth-the Child figure. The blank pedestal is where visitors can stand —to remember, to ref lect, and to be inspired. Sculptors: Adrienne Rison Isom and Eddie Dixon. (Photo: Jennifer Rangubphai, Wikimedia Commons)
Pandemic-Level Hunger Returns to San Diego
Rising fear and federal food cuts
The San Diego Hunger Coalition sounded an alarm last week regarding food insecurity in San Diego County. Nutrition insecurity in the county has surged back to pandemic-era levels, with 26% of the population now facing hunger, according to new data released by the San Diego Hunger Coalition.
The alarming rise is driven not only by fear among immigrant communities due to intensified ICE and National Guard activity in California, but also by widespread layoffs tied to economic uncertainty, the elimination of federally funded programs, and growing concerns about a potential recession. As more families struggle to make ends meet, food assistance is becoming harder to access, and for many, too risky to seek.
Federal funding cuts have only deepened the strain. Programs that once helped stabi -
lize families, like the Local Food Purchasing Assistance (LFPA) and The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), have been scaled back or canceled, resulting in the loss of millions of meals’ worth of nutritious food. These cuts not only reduce access to essentials like fresh produce, milk, eggs, and meat, but they also undermine a local food system that supported small farms and rural economies. Replacing this lost support with local funds is nearly impossible without major reinvestment.
Fear escalated after the Trump administration requested access to the personal data of millions of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients. Although the National Center for Law and Economic Justice confirmed the administration has paused the request following legal challenges, community trust has already been shaken. Many families are now avoiding public programs and even grocery stores out of fear of being targeted.
“Food is a right, not a risk,” said Alondra Alvarado, President & CEO of the San Diego Hunger Coalition. “No one should have to choose between eating and staying safe.”
Blockade Hurts Black Americans and Cubans Alike
By Stacy M. Brown Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent
Cuba’s Deputy Director of U.S. Affairs Johana Tablada offered a sobering but impassioned critique of current U.S. policy toward Cuba during an exclusive interview in Washington, D.C., where she called on Americans—especially African Americans—to pay closer
ing visas to Cuban athletes and scientists, interfering with cultural exchanges, and cutting remittances through Western Union.
“The Cuban Olympic Committee’s president wasn’t granted a visa to attend events in the U.S.,” she said. “And this during a cycle leading up to the Olympics in Los Angeles.”
attention to the consequences of decadeslong sanctions and misinformation.
In an interview at Black Press USA’s headquarters in Washington, D.C., Tablada described the current relationship between the U.S. and Cuba as being “at a low point,” marked by “maximum aggression” from the U.S. government. “It is difficult to describe this as anything but open hostility,” she told National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President & CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. “This year alone, since January 20, the U.S. has imposed more than a dozen unilateral coercive measures against Cuba.”
The NNPA is the trade association representing the more than 200 African American newspapers and media companies that comprise the Black Press of America. “It’s important to emphasize the long-lasting and long-standing solidarity between Cuba and Black America,” Chavis declared. “The historic meeting between President Fidel Castro and Malcolm X in the 1960s in Harlem, New York, epitomized not only the friendship but the comradeship between freedom fighters in America with freedom fighters in Cuba.” U.S. sanctions, Tablada noted, go far beyond restricting trade—they now include deny -
Tablada specifically pointed to the Trump administration’s reinstatement of Cuba on the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism as fraudulent and damaging. “It’s a designation based on lies,” she said. “And when a country is placed on that list, it becomes nearly impossible to receive oil, medical supplies, or even financial transfers due to global banking fears.”
She drew a sharp contrast between the current state of U.S.-Cuba policy and the optimism that accompanied President Barack Obama’s historic visit to Havana in 2016. “We had a breakthrough,” she declared. “We were talking and engaging respectfully—even when we disagreed. That’s no longer happening.”
Throughout the 40-minute interview, Tablada spoke fondly of the longstanding solidarity between Cuba and the African American community. She invoked the legacy of Malcolm X, the symbolism of his 1960 meeting with Fidel Castro in Harlem, and Cuba’s military support for liberation movements in Angola and South Africa. “Cuba is the only country in Latin America that went back to Africa and fought and died to end apartheid,” she said. “That bond with the African diaspora is deep and permanent.”
She noted that Cuban identity and culture are inextricably linked to Africa. “Our music, our food, our sense of honor—it all comes from Mother Africa. And we have a responsibility to protect that legacy,” she remarked. Tablada called the decades-long U.S. embargo—enforced through a patchwork of laws, including the 1917 Trading with the Enemy Act, the Helms-Burton Act, and the Torricelli Act—an unprecedented and inhumane measure. “There is no other country in the world that faces this level of comprehensive economic warfare,” she said. “It’s not just unfair; it’s provoked suffering and hardship.”
She added that Cuba has never retaliated with sanctions or actions against the United States, highlighting the one-sided nature of the policy. The diplomat also pushed back on U.S. accusations of forced labor in Cuba’s international medical missions. “We operate in 56 countries with agreements supported by the United Nations,” she said. “Yes, those missions generate income to fund our free healthcare system—but calling that human trafficking is a grotesque lie. The U.S. is spending millions to manufacture pretexts for aggression.”
Tablada warned that U.S. policies are even affecting tourism and access to energy.
“Today, the U.S. actively blocks vessels from delivering oil to Cuba. It pressures other countries to deny Cuba tourism access,” she asserted. “And then it blames us for the resulting blackouts and scarcities. This is not diplomacy. This is punishment.”
Despite the challenges, Tablada expressed hope for the people of the United States. “I believe that if Americans—especially African Americans—knew the full truth, they would reject these policies,” she said. “Because they have always stood on the side of justice, from civil rights to solidarity with global liberation movements. The people of both coun -
tries want peace, not conflict,” she said.
Chavis added that the Black Press plans to travel to Cuba soon. “Our interests are vital, our interests are common, not only for the present but for the future.”
Asked what gives her hope, Tablada answered without hesitation: “Our youth. And the truth. When people talk to each other honestly, good things happen.” Tablada said she would welcome a conversation with President Trump himself. “Let’s talk. Cuba is not an enemy of the United States,” she said. “Let’s stop the lies and sit down. Every time we’ve done that, progress followed.”
More Than 122 Million People Forcibly Displaced Worldwide
By Associated Press
The U.N. refugee agency says the number of people forcible displaced by violence and persecution around the world has risen to more than 122 million, up by about 2 million from last year and a near-doubling over the last decade.
UNHCR chief Filippo Grandi nonetheless pointed to some “rays of hope” over the last six months, including the return home of nearly 2 million Syrians as their country tries to recover from more than a decade of civil war.
The findings come as the refugee agency released its Global Trends Report on Thursday [June 5], which said the number of people driven abroad or displaced in their home countries by war, violence and persecution as of April rose to 122.1 million, up from 120 million a year earlier.
Among those, the numbers of internally displaced people jumped by more than 9% to
73.5 million at the end of last year. The numbers represent cumulative figures from years of conflict, violence and persecution, and some displaced people returned home last year even as others fled.
The report comes at a time when humanitarian groups are facing budget cuts from the United States and other traditional Western donors. UNHCR said nearly two-thirds of people who crossed national borders to flee remained in neighboring countries, countering the “widespread perception in wealthier regions” that a majority of people were fleeing in a bid to reach places like Europe or the United States.
The agency said Sudan, which has been riven by civil war, has become home to the world’s largest displacement crisis, with more than 14 million people displaced by the conflict — surpassing Syria, at 13.5 million. More than 10 million in Afghanistan have been forcibly displaced, and some 8.8 million within or from Ukraine, UNHCR said.
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County of San Diego
PO Box 210 Lemon Grove, CA 91946
This business is conducted by: A Corporation
The first day of business was: 09/19/1955
This business is hereby registered by the following: Order Of The Eastern Star Of Calif Prince Hall Rite Of Adoption PO Box 210 Lemon Grove, CA 91946
State of Incorporation/ Organization
California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 04, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on June 04, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
2025-9010092
Fictitious business name(s): AS Creative Fashion Located at: 1789 Santa Christina Ave
Chula Vista, CA 91913 County of San Diego
This business is conducted by:
A Limited Liability Company
The first day of business was: 12/30/2023
This business is hereby registered by the following: Arphnix Entertainment 1789 Santa Christina Ave Chula Vista, CA 91913
State of Incorporation/ Organization
California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 22, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on May 22, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010439
Fictitious business name(s): AB Counseling Inc Located at: 4644 Denwood Road La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego
This business is conducted by:
A Corporation
The first day of business was: 01/01/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: AB Counseling Inc 4644 Denwood Road La Mesa, CA 91942
State of Incorporation/ Organization California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 29, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on May 29, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010747
Fictitious business name(s): Quin's Woodworks Located at: 2548 Monette Dr San Diego, CA 92123
County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Marquin Anthony Deguzman 2548 Monette Dr San Diego, CA 92123
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 03, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on June 03, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010820
Fictitious business name(s):
Busy Bee Cleaners LLC Located at:
421 Broadway #5043 San Diego, CA 92101
County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company
Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Busy Bee Cleaners LLC 421 Broadway #5043 San Diego, CA 92101 State of Incorporation/ Organization California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 04, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on June 04, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009461
Fictitious business name(s):
Afer Publishing House Located at: 5954 Flipper Dr San Diego, CA 92114
County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: An Individual
The first day of business was: 05/14/2025
This business is hereby registered by the following: Joseph C Carey 5954 Flipper Dr San Diego, CA 92114
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 14, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on May 14, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009952
Fictitious business name(s):
dlS Concessions Located at: 11915 Briarleaf Way San Diego, CA 92128
County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: A Married Couple
The first day of business was: 05/20/2025
This business is hereby registered by the following: Antonio Taasin de los Santos 11915 Briarleaf Way San Diego, CA 92128
Christina Diane de los Santos
11915 Briarleaf Way San Diego, CA 92128
This statement was filed with
the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 20, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on May 20, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010640
Fictitious business name(s): Happisigns Located at: 3319 Menard St. National City, CA 91950
County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: Joint Venture
The first day of business was: 06/02/2025
This business is hereby registered by the following: Anabel Ley Brambila 3319 Menard St. National City, CA 91950
Joelle Celest Ley 3319 Menard St. National City, CA 91950
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 02, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on June 02, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009227
Fictitious business name(s): Fruteria Don Chamango Located at: 4948 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: An Individual
The first day of business was: 11/05/2011
This business is hereby registered by the following: Maria Pelayo 7412 Peter Pan Ave San Diego, CA 92114
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 12, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on May 12, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010394
Fictitious business name(s): Babylon City Located at: 4726 Market St San Diego, CA 92102 County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company
Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above
This business is hereby registered by the following: Babylon's Garden Market LLC 4726 Market St San Diego, CA 92102 State of Incorporation/ Organization California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 28, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on May 28, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010211
Fictitious business name(s): Caring Heart Family
Support Services Located at: 204 Van Houten Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020 County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: Co-Partners
The first day of business was: 11/04/2024
This business is hereby registered by the following: Javodki Vorner Harrison
204 Van Houten Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020
Edward L Harrison
204 Van Houten Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 23, 2025
This fictitious business name will expire on May 23, 2030 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010210
Fictitious business name(s): Mashiah Naturals Located at: 206 Van Houten Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020 County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company
The first day of business was: 01/01/2025 This business is hereby registered by the following: Mashiah Naturals LLC 206 Van Houten Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020 State of Incorporation/ Organization California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 23, 2025 This fictitious business name will
Fictitious
Organization California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 16, 2025 This fictitious business name will expire on May 16, 2030 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9010284
Fictitious business name(s): Vijana Ni Nguvu Located at: 1645 Pentecost Way #3 San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual
The first day of business was: 05/26/2025
This business is hereby registered by the following: Patient Bilole 1645 Pentecost Way #3 San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 27, 2025 This fictitious business name will expire on May 27, 2030 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2025-9009505
Fictitious business name(s): Grandis Auto Sales Located at: 7551 Judson Ct San Diego, CA 92111 County of San Diego
This business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant
An Individual
The Fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Diego County on: 09/23/2021 and assigned File no. 2021-9021255
The fictitious business name is being abandoned by:
Yvette Marie Porter-Moore 701 Selma Pl San Diego, CA 92114
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County
June 03, 2025 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 2025-9010976
Fictitious business name(s) to be abandoned:
Elevate Home Care
Located at: 6455 La Jolla Blvd, Unit 315 La Jolla, CA 92037 County of San Diego
7851 Mission Center Ct #208 San Diego, CA 92108-1326
This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company
The Fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Diego County on: 01/09/2024 and assigned File no. 2024-9000582
The fictitious business name is being abandoned by: PEAK Solutions LLC
7851 Mission Center Ct #208 San Diego, CA 92108-1326 State of Incorporation/ Organization California
This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County June 06, 2025 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA
330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101
Case Number 25CU030827C
Petitioner or Attorney: Gregory Timothy Adams
To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Gregory Timothy Adams filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:
a.PRESENT NAME: Gregory Timothy Adams
PROPOSED NAME: Gregory Timothy Anderson
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons 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: August 04, 2025 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61
(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)
NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.
The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).
If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.
#NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order
Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.
A certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.
If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.
If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.
A RESPONDENT
OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date
Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.
The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall of Justice Courthouse
Case Number
25CU029009C
Petitioner or Attorney:
Freida Jean Jackson AKA Fredia Jenne Davis
To All Interested Persons: Petitioner
Freida Jean Jackson AKA Fredia Jenne Davis filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:
a.PRESENT NAME: Freida Jean Jackson AKA Fredia Jenne Davis
PROPOSED NAME: Freida Jean Jackson [First] [Middle] [Last]
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons 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: July 23, 2025 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61
(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)
NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.
The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).
no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.
To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.
A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.
If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.
If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.
A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date
Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.
The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101
Hall of Justice Courthouse Case Number
25CU030424C
Petitioner or Attorney:
Margo Jone Curry AKA Anika Jone Curry
To All Interested Persons: Petitioner
Margo Jone Curry AKA Anika Jone Curry filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons 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: July 31, 2025 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San
To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form
If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and
In accordance with California Health and Safety Code Section 1255.1,1255.5 and Senate Bill 1300 (SB1300), UC San Diego Health is providing public notice of a proposed change in service involving the closure and relocation of its Senior Behavioral Health (SBH) Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) services located at 410 Dickinson Street, San Diego, CA 92103.
Facility: UC San Diego Health, Hillcrest Medical Center.
Service Affected: Senior Behavioral Health Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP).
Proposed Effective Date: No sooner than 90 days from the date of this notice (May 29).
• The SBH IOP provided intensive outpatient group therapy services for older adults diagnosed with behavioral health conditions, with the majority of patients treated for major depressive disorders.
Between July 1, 2020, and June 30, 2024, the SBH IOP served 141 unique patients. Patients were primarily aged 65 and older and represented a racially and ethnically diverse population, with the majority identifying as White/Caucasian. The SBH IOP has served patients covered by Medicare and commercial insurance plans.
Less than 5 personnel are expected to be impacted by the change in services.
• Aggregate demographic and service data will be shared with Medi-Cal managed care plans in compliance with SB1300. This change is part of a broader initiative to enhance behavioral health services at the UC San Diego Health East Campus Medical Center, including the expansion of higher levels of care such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), increased home-based care, and further integration of outpatient behavioral health programs.
The transition is intended to improve access, streamline care delivery, and better meet the behavioral health needs of the region.
UC San Diego Health will continue to provide inpatient psychiatric services at Hillcrest Medical Center (age >18) and East Campus Medical Center (age >50). UC San Diego Health will continue to provide outpatient psychiatric services at Outpatient Psychiatric Services Hillcrest, La Jolla, and Rancho Bernardo locations.
Other known local intensive outpatient geriatric behavioral health service providers include Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital, Paradise Valley Hospital and Sharp Grossmont Hospital, which accept Medicare and commercial insurance plans. Comments or questions may be submitted to: publiccomments@health.ucsd.edu
UC San Diego Health may be reached at 858-657-7000.
The closest comparable facilities offering intensive outpatient geriatric behavioral health services are: Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital (5 miles) 7850 Vista Hill Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123
Paradise Valley Hospital – Bayview Behavioral Health Campus (14 miles) 330 Moss Street, Chula Vista, CA 91911
Sharp Grossmont Hospital – Senior Intensive Outpatient Program (12 miles) 5555 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942
•The
care delivery, and better meet the behavioral health needs of the region.
•Proposed Effective Date: No sooner than 120 days from the first date of this notice.
The SBH Inpatient Unit, consisting of 14 beds, provided inpatient treatment for a variety of behavioral health conditions commonly experienced by older adults, as categorized under Medicare Severity Diagnosis-Related Groups (MSDRGs); these included a broad mix of psychiatric conditions managed in an acute care setting.
The SBH inpatients served over the past five years have been covered by Medicare, Medi-Cal, and commercial insurance plans.
Between July 1, 2019, and June 30, 2024, the SBH Inpatient Unit discharged over 1,100 patients, averaging approximately 244 discharges and 190 unique individuals per year. Patients were primarily aged 65 and older and represented a racially and ethnically diverse population, with the majority identifying as White/Caucasian and a portion of patients choosing not to disclose demographic information.
Aggregate demographic and service data will be shared with Medi-Cal managed care plans in compliance with SB1300.
•Potential impacts may occur to less than 50 employment positions which will be prioritized for re-deployment within UC San Diego Health where possible.
• UC San Diego Health will continue to provide inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services at Hillcrest Medical Center (age >18) and East Campus Medical Center (age >50).
The closest comparable facilities offering inpatient geriatric behavioral health services are: San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital (3 miles)
3853 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92110
Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital (5 miles)
7850 Vista Hill Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123
Paradise Valley Hospital Bayview Behavioral Health Campus (14 miles)
330 Moss Street, Chula Vista, CA 91911
The facilities are contracted with Medi-Cal, Medicare and various commercial insurance plans for inpatient behavioral health services.
•A public hearing will be scheduled within 60 days; details will be posted at https://health.ucsd.edu/policies-notices
•Comments may be submitted to: govtcomm@ucsd.edu
•UC San Diego Health may be reached at 858-657-7000
HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.
The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).
If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.
To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to
be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.
A certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order
Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.
If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.
If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.
A RESPONDENT
OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date
Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.
The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall of Justice Courthouse Case Number 25CU027511C
Petitioner or Attorney: Afrodita Victoria Deretic
To All Interested Persons:
Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.
To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order
Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.
A certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order
Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.
If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.
If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.
A RESPONDENT
OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date
Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.
The address of the court is:
330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101
6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA
330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Case Number 25CU027217C
Petitioner or Attorney: Lorraine Rebecca JohnsonMattox
To All Interested Persons: Petitioner
Lorraine Rebecca JohnsonMattox filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:
a.PRESENT NAME:
Lorraine Rebecca JohnsonMattox
PROPOSED NAME:
Lorraine Rebecca Mattox
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons 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: July 08, 2025
Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61
(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)
NO HEARING WILL
OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.
The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).
If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.
To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.
A certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.
If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.
If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.
A RESPONDENT
OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN
OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date
Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.
The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA
325 S. Melrose Drive Vista, CA 92081 North County Superior Court
Case Number 25CU026006N
Petitioner or Attorney: Elizabeth Lilly Roberts
To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Elizabeth Lilly Roberts filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:
a.PRESENT NAME: Elizabeth Lilly Roberts
PROPOSED NAME: Jana Elizabeth Kreul
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons 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: July 11, 2025
Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 25
(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm)
NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.
The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).
If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.
To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree
Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree
Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required.
A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order
Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies.
If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.
If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.
A RESPONDENT
OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date
Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.
The address of the court is: 325 S. Melrose Drive Vista, CA 92081 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19
SUMMONS (Citation Judicial)
NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (Aviso al demandado): Ofer Koren
YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (Lo esta demandado el demandante): Victoria Ann Morgan
NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.
You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone
call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinto.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court's lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.
¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación.
Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretano de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente.
Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados.
Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de Calitornia Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales.
AVISO: Por ley, la corte
tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 o más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.
Case Number: 25CL017018C
The name and address of the court is (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): San Diego Superior Court Hall of Justice, 330 W. Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff 's attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direccion y
el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Victoria Ann Morgan, Pro Per 4815 33rd St. San Diego, CA 92116
DATE (Fecha): 04/03/2025
Clerk By: R. Stille Deputy Clerk 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10
SUMMONS (Citation Judicial)
NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (Aviso al demandado):
Adnes Gracia, an individual; and Does 1 to 25, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (Lo esta demandado el demandante): Jacqulyn HendrixAlexander, an individual
NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.
You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinto.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court's lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.
¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación.
Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretano de la corte que le de un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un
abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de Calitornia Legal Services, (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 o más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.
Case Number: 37-2024-00001372-CU-PACTL
The name and address of the court is (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): San Diego Superior Court Hall of Justice, 330 West Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff 's attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Lillian Sedaghat (SBN: 236962) 9454 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 830 Beverly Hills, CA 90212
DATE (Fecha): 01/12/2024
Clerk By: A. Gidron Deputy Clerk 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Jamie J. Kim
Case Number: 25PE001693C
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate or both, of Jamie J. Kim
A Petition for Probate has been filed by Steve Kim in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego.
The Petition for Probate requests that Steve Kim be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.
The Petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent 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 petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: July 16, 2025 at 1:30 P.M. in Department Probate Room 502 located at the Superior Court of California County of San Diego 1100 Union St. San Diego, CA 92101 Central Courthouse
If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written 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
