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With California set to do away with most of the state's COVID-19 restrictions and prepare to fully reopen on June 15, some Black leaders and medical professionals are taking stock of the pandemic’s impact on Black communities.

They are also tracking readiness in those areas to return to business as usual.

As of May 7, over 60% of Californians had received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. And 44% of people in the state are now fully vaccinated.

But the road to this point of the state’s journey to recovery has not been easy, says Dr. Jerry P. Abraham, who leads outreach programs at the Kedran Community Health Center in South Los Angeles.

“We drove up to the county Department of Public Health warehouse, we banged on those doors, we jumped up and down, we screamed, and we shouted,” Abraham said. “We waved our hands, 'where are our vaccines?'

And we left with 100 doses that day.’”

Abraham shared his story during a webinar about the state’s COVID-19 recovery efforts organized by California

Black Media in collaboration and the Center at the Sierra Health Foundation.

Not long after the pandemic started, the Kedran Community Health Center swiftly responded to provide people in South Los Angeles – many of them frontline healthcare workers and the elderly, with as many vaccines as they could get their hands on, Abraham said.

Dr. Oliver Brooks, Chief Medical Officer, Watts Healthcare Corporation, a community health center located in South Los Angeles, initially saw inequity in access to the vaccine in the Black community, See REOPEN page 2

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For several months, residents, advocates, and community organizations in San Diego County have demanded answers from their DA over evidence of years of unchecked racial bias in policing and prosecution.

Local groups claim that when compared to actions taken by progressive DAs in cities across the nation, their DA does little to hold police accountable and, despite her rhetoric, refuses to use the authority granted to the office of the DA to aid in ending mass incarceration and racial disparities in San Diego’s criminal justice system.

According to data from the DA’s office, news reporting, and research Black people in San Diego are four times more likely to be shot by the police than their white counterparts. Furthermore, of the 450 officer involved shootings in the last 25 years, only one of the officers has been prosecuted.

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Before schools shuttered during the pandemic, Ayaana Johnson worried every time she dropped her daughters off at school.

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In this photo provided by Tanya Hayles, Hayles poses with her son Jackson, 7, in this undated photo. Hayles, founder of Black Moms Connection, an online network of more than 16,000 Black mothers with chapters across North America and Asia, said she has noticed discussions among members about how remote learning has allowed Black mothers to better shield their children from racism.

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Johnson, a Black woman, says racism is rampant in her predominantly white Georgia town. At her daughters' school, a student once used racial slurs and told another child he doesn't play with “brown people.”

She says teachers are quick to punish or reprimand Black children and Ku Klux Klan flyers can be found in mailboxes.

“I knew from pregnancy on that this would be something we'd have to deal with,” said Johnson, who asked that the town not be identified because she was concerned about potential fallout. “This is the kind of area we live in, so you can imagine that you're always going to feel protective of your children.”

As schools reopen across the country, Black students have been less likely than white students to enroll in in-person learning - a trend attributed to factors including concerns about the disproportionate impact of the coronavirus on

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communities of color, a lack of trust that their schools are equipped to keep children safe, and the large numbers of students of color in urban districts that have been slower to reopen classrooms.

But many Black parents are finding another benefit to remote learning: being better able to shield their children from racism in classrooms.

“Now that they're home, we feel safer,” said Johnson, who was keeping her two young daughters home despite options being made available for in-person learning.

White students have been far more likely to be back in the classroom, with 52% of white fourth-graders receiving full-time, in-person instruction in February, the latest month with results available from surveys by the Biden administration. By contrast, less than a third of Black and Hispanic fourth-graders were back at school full time, along with just

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Last week, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced his allotment

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of five of nine representatives to the nation’s first-ever Task Force to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans. The state task force is being assembled See REPARATIONS page 2

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but says, with time, things got better.

"Quite frankly right now, the vaccine is fairly widely available. An individual who has anything more than a passing desire to get vaccinated can get vaccinated," Brooks said. "That being stated, in California, African Americans are 5% to 6% of the population and only 3.7% of those getting vaccinated. I don't see it right now as an access issue more so than a complacency issue."

David Tucker, spokesperson of the California Department of Public Health Vaccinate All 58 campaign, says even though the state has set June 15 as the date for reopening, it doesn’t mean that everything is back to normal.

“We still need to be cautious. We still need to wash our hands and wear masks when appropriate,” he said.

“We need to get vaccinated. California has come together and truly met the moment and saved countless lives. COVID-19 rates and hospitalizations have been steadily decreasing and our vaccinations efforts continue to increase.

So far, in California, there has been about 3.8 million COVID-19 cases and 62,269 deaths from complications of the disease. Health officials have administered more than 60 million COVID tests and administered over 32 million vaccines, according to the California Department of Public Health.

Tucker said four million of those vaccines were administered in areas hit hardest by COVID-19.

But only 25 % of Black Californians

have been vaccinated so far.

“We have come a really long way since the beginning of this pandemic,” said California’s Surgeon General Nadine Burke Harris. “We are able to connect with other people again – it’s good for our health psychologically and emotionally.

But to maintain the low numbers of COVID cases in California, Burke Harris said people have to continue to get vaccinated and spread the word to their family members and people in their community about the importance of getting the COVID shot.

Burke Harris said it’s also important for people who get vaccinated to include their race. She says it makes it easier to track how many African Americans in California are getting vaccinated and make the case for more resources to increase those numbers if they are low.

On testing, Brooks explained why he feels people are no longer regularly checking to see if they are infected with COVID. He says it has become less of a priority in California but assured that the decline isn't much cause for concern.

"But the reason for not getting tested, from what we can ascertain, has nothing to do with hesitancy, just not noting the need," Brooks said. "I think that because of the vaccine, the virus is just not circulating as much and there's not the urgency that is felt for providing COVID-19 [tests]."

Brooks mentioned that there have been some holdouts for getting vaccinated but, according to him, that is to be expected.

"There will always be a hardcore percent of any given population, that

hovers around 15 to 20% in America, that for COVID vaccines are saying 'I'm not doing it,'" Brooks said.

Despite these holdouts, Brooks thinks California will be relatively safe to reopen in June.

"There was a section of the population where their mindset was 'wait and see.' The number of the 'wait and see' is on its way down and those who are fully vaccinated are on the way up," Brooks said. "What we are seeing with the Black community is a continued uptake of vaccinations."

The Rev. K.W. Tulloss, pastor of Weller Street Missionary Baptist Church in Los Angeles and president of the Baptist Minister’s Conference of LA, says although the number of COVID cases are decreasing, it is still important for leaders to continue encouraging people to get vaccinated and tested when necessary.

“It is very important that we as a faith community, rise and come together to push the importance of this vaccination. We in the faith community have been distant over the past year. Many of our members have been afflicted. We have lost loved one. We have done funerals virtually,” he said.

In order to get back to a sense of normalcy, Tulloss continued, “It is very important that we look for opportunities to push this vaccine.

“We have to continue to educate, continue to encourage our faith community to rise up and recognize the importance of getting vaccinated. We’re tired of going to funerals because of COVID. We’re tired of being separated and isolated because of COVID,” he said.

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“Black and Brown lives are at stake. We can no longer tolerate individuals in positions of power who do what is legally right or politically expedient but ethically wrong,” stated Justin Joseph, co-founder of Rise Up San Diego and racial justice advocate. “DAs around the country are taking just and bold action because they are guided by a large and growing body of research that proves harsher punishments do not increase public safety, not to mention public opinion favors rehabilitation over punishment. We desperately need and deserve comprehensive changes to San Diego’s criminal justice system.”

Grassroots popular movements in cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, Philadelphia, St. Louis and Boston have successfully mobilized people to elect progressive prosecutors to DA seats, resulting in policies and programs that seek to greatly reduce the scope of criminalization, punishment and harm to people and communities who are historically and currently targeted by the criminal legal system. DAs are pursuing justice through ending money bail, restorative practices, treatment and monitoring, and where punishment is deemed necessary, seeking shorter sentences.

“DA Stephan has publicly supported Prop 25 which would have ended the oppressive cash bail system in California, and has been quietly working on a risk assessment tool to replace the cash bail system in San Diego without any public oversight

or input. And yet, DA Stephan has failed to consider the urgency to immediately halt her office’s practice of seeking bail in order to end the negative effects of the bail system on communities of color,” explains Chine Osisioma, San Diego resident and social justice advocate. “Progressive DAs like Larry Krasner, Chesa Boudin and George Gascon have immediately stopped seeking cash bail because they believe in the evidence showing that cash bail does not increase public safety, but instead furthers the criminalization of people of color and the poor. These progressive DAs’ policies have not led to an increase in crime in their cities.”

Over 20 community organizations and over 150 individuals have signed onto the attached letter dated May 3, 2021 demanding DA Summer Stephan commit to a number of policy changes that they believe are necessary for holding law enforcement accountable and repairing a criminal justice system that, in her own words, “disproportionately and gratuitously punish[es] people of color and the poor.” Several demands in the letter address the need for robust data collection, public engagement and public reporting to track and correct inequitable racial and social outcomes of law enforcement practices. To date, DA Summer Stephan has declined to meet with Rise Up San Diego, the group that spearheaded the research effort that informed the list of demands contained in the letter.

Excerpts of the letter are printed here: See ACCOUNTABLE page 16

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15% of Asian American students.

Even before the pandemic, concerns about racially hostile environments contributed to large numbers of Black parents turning to homeschooling, said Khadijah Ali-Coleman, co-director of Black Family Homeschool Educators and Scholars. There has since been a surge in homeschooling among Black families.

“Racism in schools plays a huge, huge role in a family's choice to do homeschooling,” Ali-Coleman said.

“That racism can manifest in a lot of different ways, from a teacher who criminalizes every behavior to not recognizing how curriculums

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to meet the mandate of the Assembly Bill (AB) 3121, a landmark legislation Gov. Newsom signed into law last September 2020 that aims to promote racial justice and equity.

Earlier this year, Senate Pro Tem Toni Atkins (D-San Diego) appointed two other members to the task force: Sen. Steve Bradford (D-Gardena) and San Diego city Councilmember Monica Montgomery Steppe. Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood) is tasked with appointing the two remaining members.

AB 3121, which was authored by California Secretary of State Shirley Weber when she served in the state Assembly, mandates that the task force must submit written reports, “with a special consideration for African Americans who are descendants of persons enslaved in

exclude the experiences of Black people to not presenting Black children with the same opportunities such as accelerated classes as white children.”

Ali-Coleman chose homeschooling for her own daughter partially due to racism in schools. And while remote learning is different from homeschooling, she said she understands how the switch to remote learning would make Black parents feel more empowered and able to oversee the racism their children are facing.

Many remote learning parents have also reached out to her for advice after seeing for the first time the racism their children face.

“I think this has been eye-opening to a lot of parents,” she said.

“They're finally getting to see what

the United States.”

The nine task force members will study the deep-rooted legacy of slavery and the expressions of systematic racism African Americans have encountered over centuries in the United States. The legislation also calls for scholars assembled by the Regents of the University of California to draft a research proposal analyze how the state and country have benefitted from slavery.

“California is leading the nation, in a bipartisan way, on the issue of reparations and racial justice, which is a discussion that is long overdue and deserves our utmost attention,” Newsom said.

Newsom selected an interdisciplinary team of academics, community leaders, and lawyers to spearhead the state’s effort.

He said each member of the task force has, “an expansive breadth of knowledge, experiences and understanding of issues impacting the

goes on in classrooms for Black and brown students, and I think many are dismayed.”

Remote learning also puts parents in a better position to intervene if necessary.

“When they're at school, you have no clue what they're going through unless you do the digging or they tell you,” said Erica Alcox, a mother of a 15-year-old high school freshman in Atlanta. “Remote learning lets you peek into the classroom. It puts more power back in our hands.”

Alcox, who has been a teacher since 1998, said her son feels safer at home, where he can worry less about how schools police Black children and about bullying. She said remote learning can also offer opportunities for teachers to learn from parents.

African American community is the next step in our commitment as a state to build a California for all.”

The Black Leadership Council (BLC), a statewide organization of African American leaders in California, says it is “committed to ensuring reparations discussions can and will continue in California.”

The group applauded Sen. Steve Bradford (D-Gardena), who is a member of the reparations task force, and other members of the California Legislative Black Caucus for keeping the issue “front and center” in California politics.

AB 3121 states that the task force is required to, “Identify, compile, and synthesize the relevant corpus of evidentiary documentation of the institution of slavery that existed within the United States and the colonies.”

The task force also needs to choose, “the form of compensation that should be awarded, the

“As a teacher, I would welcome this opportunity for parents to be more involved and to be more able to hold me accountable if need be,“ she said.

Many parents also say they feel more empowered in having more control over what their children learn.

While many schools largely ignore or gloss over Black history, culture and voices, remote learning allows parents to better see what's missing.

Johnson does this through efforts like socially distanced backyard African dance lessons. Tanya Hayles, founder of Black Moms Connection, an online network of more than 16,000 Black mothers with chapters across North America and Asia, said she makes sure to monitor Black History Month lessons to fill in any gaps in coverage.

instrumentalities through which it should be awarded, and who should be eligible for this compensation,” the bill reads.

According to the bill, over 4 million African Americans were enslaved in the United States from 1619 to the year slavery was abolished in 1865.

The bill focuses on, “Leveling the playing field in our society and ensuring that everyone has a fair shot at achieving the California dream,” according to Newsom.

Newsom’s task force appointments include four people of African descent and one Japanese American.

They all have a credible track record of advocating for racial justice and equity in their respective communities. According to the legislation, Senate confirmation is not required for members of the task force, but they are eligible for a daily allowance for no more than ten meetings.

Hayles said she has noticed discussions among members about how remote learning has allowed Black mothers to better shield their children from racism.

A mother of an 8-year-old son in Toronto, Hayles has seen the benefit of remote learning in her own life.

Most days, she works at a table beside her son to keep an eye on him and the classroom, where a lack of diversity among students and staff at her child's affluent, predominantly white school is a concern.

“When your child enters the school system, you are no longer just a parent,” she said. “You're an advocate, a detective, a cheerleader, so many things. And in some ways, remote learning makes that work easier.”

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EDITORIAL/COMMENTARY/OPINION EDITORIAL

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Some Considerations The Youth Employment Plan for the City Budget

By Eugene Marble III

By Dr. John E. Warren Publisher The San Diego Police Department needs a number of changes that are more than in order now that there is a new Commission on Police Practices. For one, the number of Chiefs on the 7th floor of the Police Department needs to be reduced from seven to four.

In addition to a Chief of all the departments, there should be an Assistant Chief for Administration, one for Operations and Tactical and one for all other consolidated functions. The dollars saved should be reallocated to fund such items as the City’s own Youth Employment Program.

This would be a good time for the City Council to consider requiring all future police hires to live within the City of San Diego.

In some cities with such requirements, the idea has been discussed, if not implemented, of giving a basic housing allowance for new hires toward the purchase or lease of a residence within the City’s limits. This would change the attitudes of new hires toward the residents of the city who would be their neighbors.

While the City has created and funded a Race and Equity program, there

should be some discussion about the future need and funding of the following commissions:

Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and Recreation facility is a good example of the needed improvements.

A Commission on Human Relations, (2) the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and (3) the Civil Service Commission.

The City of San Diego should revisit its Boards and Commissions and look at how they are both funded and structured. For example, if the city truly wants diversity in service, which would include working residents, then stipends should be added for service and meeting times should be extended into the evenings so that working people can have a choice of service.

The current structures have too many entities seeking to meet during the hours that working people are working. Yes, there are a number of evening meetings, but those should not only be for public input, but also designed to encourage citizen participation.

If those Commissions have not been folded into the new Commission on Race and Equity, then they should be. Historically they have never been staffed or funded with a view toward being effective. Now would be a good time for change and budget reallocation.

With the suggestion of the creation of a Youth Education and Employment Program as proposed in this newspaper a week ago, and with the Youth Commission under discussion with possible funding, there remains no need for the Commission on Gang Intervention and Prevention. The City of San Diego needs an expanded Recreation Department which has never been all that it should be to serve the youth of this city. There are City Parks that should be treated with the same serious consideration given to our beaches and the communities they serve. The

I am very excited about the new proposal by Dr. Warren regarding his youth employment policy. To spark change we must change the narrative on what our youth perceive as being “cool.”

Since the pandemic started, crime has been on the rise and our youth are finding themselves with nothing better to do but look for trouble. Unlike before, you can take a drive through the neighborhood and see youth hanging at local parks, walking the streets, or just hanging around doing nothing all hours of the day and night.

Education and employment go hand-in-hand. We need our youth to see that there are benefits in education and through internships their futures can be

positively influenced. The present gang commission has failed at making a dent in gang activity and crime, and this problem will continue if we do not offer an alternative.

It is time to put forth all resources and funding towards this youth employment policy so we can spark change. This policy is important because it will also keep our youth doing positive things and headed toward a bright future on the right path. Our innercity youth can be easily influenced in a negative way based on the environment; therefore, we need this program to occupy their time.

What we would like to see if this policy comes to fruition is that the kids in southeast-

ern San Diego have equal opportunity; meaning all departments kids are sent to have an equal amount of female/male with varying ages from 14-21. We would like to see that the kids have been shown the proper tools they will need to enter that field, are actually learning within their different positions, and be left with contacts they can work with upon graduation if they decide to major in the field they pursued during their internship.

I think this will spark the necessary change we need for our kids’ future and bring forth a new generation who believes in education, hard work, and making positive connections, as well as spark generational wealth.

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Poll Reveals What Black Families Really Want:

Politicians Need to Listen

By Dr. Margaret Fortune Fortune School of Education in conjunction with National Action Network (NAN) S a c r am e nt o, Fre e d om C oalition for Charter Schools, Sacramento Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. and The Alpha Community Education Initiative has released a poll called “What Black Voters Think” during the NAN Sacramento Rise Up! Virtual Conference.

We developed the poll as a way to truly understand what Black voters view as the most critical issues they are facing right now. More than half of Black parents said education was most important, eclipsing their concerns about health care, housing and climate change — the issues that tend to dominate the conversation in “progressive” circles. Only the economy ranked higher than education on the list of what Black parents who

are registered to vote said affected them most on a daily basis. COVID relief came in a close third.

The survey, conducted in February 2021 by Applecart Research on behalf of Fortune School of Education, includes responses from 1,290 Black registered voters in California and key 2020 Presidential swing states including Michigan, South Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Ohio.

The majority of respondents surveyed have spent a significant amount of money on education-related expenses during the pandemic — 71 percent of parents polled said they or someone they know has spent money out-of-pocket to cover educational expenses due to COVID-19 school closures. The American Rescue Plan includes $129 billion

for K-12 education. While that windfall is headed to schools, the next human infrastructure spending plan out of Washington may go equally big for families.

When asked about their support for public charter schools, 71 percent of California Black registered voters surveyed said they supported charters.

According to a CalMatters report, public school enrollment in California has hit a 20-year low while enrollment jumped by 15,000 students in public charter schools during the coronavirus pandemic. Despite facing political headwinds among some Democratic politicians, there is no denying public charter schools are as popular among parents now as when President Barack Obama championed them as America’s first Black president.

Charter schools are public schools, tuition free to parents with open enrollment to students. In California, where more than 690,000 students are enrolled in a charter school, charters are authorized by locally elected school boards or the state, operated exclusively by non-profit organizations or school districts and are held accountable for academic results. Charter schools are held accountable to the same transparency laws for governance and finance that apply to school districts — with one big exception. If charter schools fail to follow the rules, they are closed, not so with school districts.

Nearly all of California’s top majority Black public schools are actually charter schools led or founded by Black people who have used chartering to specifically create schools that are open to all and aimed at educating

Black children to a level of excellence.

Poll results show Black voters support this work.

In California, 85% of poll respondents agreed that we need more Black educators and community members to lead publicly funded schools that provide equity, empowerment, and high quality education for all students.

Black registered voters in swing states agreed at higher rates with 88% saying more Blacks should be in school leadership.

This poll reveals, in spite of everything we have faced over the last year, Black families will do anything they can to make sure their children have educational opportunities. Blacks are more informed and empowered to seek an understanding of what a high-quality education should look like and why it’s important for

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their children. Elected officials must take heed, and create and pass policies that are also in support of the issues Blacks care about most — the economy and high quality education.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Dr. Margaret Fortune is the president/CEO of Fortune School, a network of K-12 public charter schools based in Sacramento, California she founded to close the African American Achievement gap in her hometown. Dr. Fortune has been an education adviser to two California governors and is a delegate to the California Demoratic Party (CDP). Fortune is on the executive boards of the CDP Black Caucus and National Action Network Sacramento, an affiliate of Rev. Al Sharpton’s national civil rights organization.

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CHURCH DIRECTORY

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Christians’ United in the Word of God

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Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church of San Diego

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OBITUARIES Willie George Frierson

Marva Taylor

SUNRISE

SUNRISE

8/21/1926

8/27/1947

SUNSET

SUNSET

4/23/2021

4/27/2021

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Visitation will be held Thursday, May 20, 2021, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Memory Chapel of Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary. Funeral Service will be held Friday, May 21, 2021, 11:00 AM Pilgrim Progressive Baptist Church, 4995 “A” Street, San Diego, CA 92114. (by Invitation of the family) Burial to follow at Greenwood Memorial Park.

WILLIE GEORGE FRIERSON was born on August 21, 1926 in Columbus, MS to the late Willie George Frierson Sr. and Edith Hawkins. He and his late wife, Ruth Frierson, were married for 40+ years. She preceded him in death on June 27, 2009.

Also preceding him in death were his brother Maurice “Uncle Mike” Richardson and four sisters Julie Mae Shelton, Lucille Johnson, Ive Norwood and Clarice Steward.

At an early age he accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. Willie was a very active and faithful deacon and member at Pilgrim Progressive Baptist Church for 40+ years under the leadership of Pastor Joseph Foxworth, Sr. and now Pastor Donnell Townsend.

Willie George Frierson enlisted into the US Navy in January 1953 and retired in 1967. After retirement from the US Navy, Willie continued his service at the United States Post Office for 15+ years. During his time at the post office in San Ysidro, CA he was awarded as an Honor Hero. He was instrumental in rescuing potential victims in the McDonald massacre shooting on July 18, 1984.

Willie George Frierson leaves to cherish his memories: his family Pia Renee (Dwight) Lockett, of Los Angeles, CA, Sharon Holt of Compton, CA, Anita Frierson of Culver City, CA, sons, Andre Frierson, Melvin (Nancy) Johnson, of FL, Shekeena and Shekeeita Frierson, two special daughters, Dr. Ronda (Rob) Tillman and Beverly (Pastor Ronald) Young from Little Rock, AR., a special dear friend Olean Taylor and a host of grand-children, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends who will miss him dearly.

2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.

Viewing was held on Sunday, May 9, 2021 at Anderson-Ragsdale Memory Chapel. Funeral Service was held Monday, May 10, 2021 at Memory Chapel of Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary. Final Arrangements were enlisted to Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary.

MARVA JEAN POWELL was born on August 27, 1947 in Hallettsville, Texas to George Sr. and Alberta Powell. She was the tenth child of eleven. She received Christ at a young age. Marva graduated from Shiner High School in Shiner, Texas.

She moved to San Diego, CA where she immediately enrolled in college at San Diego City College where she studied electrical wiring. She worked in the electrical wiring department and was employed for 18 years Marva married and wed her late husband Minister Earnest Taylor in 1973.

They shared 43 years together.

Marva was a faithful member of the Community Missionary Baptist which she joined in the 70’s under the leadership of the late Pastor Charles E. Gayton and served under the leadership of Pastor Stephen E. McIntosh. She was an usher, a member of the pastor’s aid, deacon wives.

As a child of God, a great wife, sister, mother and friend, she always kept a beautiful smile on her face, and she loved helping others, and always kept her bible nearby studying the word.

She was preceded in death her parents, husband, son Dewayne Taylor, three sisters Dorothy, Etta and Joyce; five brothers, Hilton, George, Milton, Tommy and Bobby.

Leaving behind to cherish her memories- daughters Kristina Batten (Eddie), Nikki Taylor, Marita Taylor of San Diego, CA; sons Todd Taylor (Barbara) of Mississippi, and Kirk Taylor, of San Diego, CA; Brothers Tyrone Powell of Los Angeles, Alvin Powell (Lula) of San Antonio, TX; grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

T he Lord is close to

the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Psalm 34:18

Brothers and sisters,

we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

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LOCAL NEWS Forum Held Over Proposed 2022 Police Department Budget

By Cori Zaragoza Contributing Writer On May 7, 2021, the San Diego City Council held a forum for the public to voice questions, concerns, or praise for a proposed increase to the 2022 San Diego Police Department (SDPD) budget. SDPD has proposed a $23.5 million increase to their general fund expenditure. According to their proposal, “the following increases are primarily due to expenses allocated to the police department outside of our direct control, including $15.1 million for obligated pension payments, $4.5 million allocation for non-discretionary expenditures, $4.4 million to reallocate overtime to the general

fund, $1.5 million in obligated salary and fringe benefit adjustments...those are all required to run the business and maintain the current operations of the police department.”

With over 70 callers, the City Council listened to over an hour of public comments. Comments were split, with even amounts of callers in approval of the budget increase while others admonished it.

Micheal Tremble, executive director of the Gaslamp Quarter Association, called in support of the increase. “I represent 400 merchants that do business in the dining and entertainment district. Our SDPD is extremely important to the safety of our visitors

and our businesses. Over the past couple years, the staffing levels have been deficient to patrol and respond efficiently to incidents and thus, violent crime has risen. The reduction of bike teams and foot patrols in the Gaslamp has led to more uncertainty and fear in the neighborhood,” he said. Many other callers, particularly business owners, echoed this same sentiment.

Conversely, Zahra, a Poway resident, called in opposition. “People need services that will improve their lives, not more policing.

More police do not make our communities safe. We know that the SDPD stops and searches Black people, Native Americans, and Pacific Islanders at three

times the rate of white people according to Campaign Zero”. Campaign Zero, a non-profit organization that researches and analyzes data related to police violence, was fresh on many callers minds as they had presented their report on the SDPD to the City Council last month.

The findings did show that the SDPD was more likely to use excessive force on Black and disabled San Diegans.

Janine Erica, another caller, expressed her concern with the SDPD’s history of budget increases. “I’m disappointed to hear that there will be an increase in the police budget, again. We’ve seen increases for 11 years and growing. One of three city dollars is spent on policing,

SDPD Chief David Nisleit Proposes 2022 SDPD Budget at May 7, 2021 San Diego City Council Meeting. Photo by Cori Zaragoza via CityTV

with the police getting the largest share of the city budget than all community programs combined, Erica said.

The disinvestment in community services was an issue amongst callers who oppose the increase. Many think that a redirection of funds from the police back into individual communities, such as mental health services and resources to help the homeless, is the answer for a safer San Diego. Tama Becker-Verano, founder of local volunteer group

The State of California Launches

“Shot Of Faith”

Change Begins With Me, was one of many callers who implored the City Council to think outside the box when it comes to keeping communities safe.

“I think most of our council members know increasing the police budget is not necessary and that San Diego could be a national leader by reinvesting in our communities. When people’s needs are met, they have less of a need for police. This is where our city dollars should be redirected,” Becker-Verano said.

Black/African American Clergy, Parishioners Receive Critical COVID-19 Information and Updates

Voice & Viewpoint Newswire In partnership with Focus on the Word, the State of California has launched “Shot of Faith,” a campaign designed to engage the Black/African American faith-based community and provide critical information about COVID-19 vaccine access, safety and equity.

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The statewide campaign kicked off with a webinar with the Baptist Ministers Conference. In addition to webinars, the partnership includes town halls, pastor testimonials and vaccination pop-up sites. The virtual webinars and town halls will provide opportunities for Black/African American clergy and their congregations to meet with trusted medical experts and state representatives for answers to their vaccine questions and up-to-date information. Pastors will share their COVID-19 testimonials on ShotofFaith.org and across their social media platforms.

“The State recognizes the influence and impact clergy and churches have within the Black/African American community,” said Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, California Surgeon General. “With

their support, we know that we can envision a day when California reaches community immunity.”

The campaign will be presented in phases throughout California. Phase 1 kicked off in March in Los Angeles County ; Phase 2 will be in the Inland Empire and San Diego; and Phase 3 in Northern California. Pastors and churches involved in Phase 1 include Bishop Kenneth Ulmer of Faithful Central Bible Church, Dr. Michael J.T. Fisher of Greater Zion Church Family, Pastors Shep and Shalonda Crawford of ECM Ministries, Pastor George Hurtt of Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church and Bishop Robert Douglass of Inglewood Ministerial Alliance.

The campaign encourages the community to remain

vigilant against COVID-19 by continuing to practice safe behaviors like wearing a mask correctly, washing hands, watching physical distance and getting vaccinated.

“Educating the faith community is key,” said K.W. Tulloss, senior pastor of Weller Street Missionary Baptist Church and president, Baptist Minister’s Conference of Los Angeles and Southern California. “As trusted advisors, it’s critical that we get the word out about the vaccinations and direct our parishioners to available resources as well as to medical experts able to answer the many questions that have arisen out of this COVID-19 pandemic.”

Californians can visit MyTurn. ca.gov or VaccinateALL58. com, or call (833) 422-4255 to schedule an appointment to get vaccinated.

DA Summer Stephan Releases Midterm Report Voice & Viewpoint Newswire L ast we ek , D ist r i c t Attorney Summer Stephan released a comprehensive Midterm Report detailing 50 specific initiatives, programs and reforms that have been achieved under her leadership as elected DA thus far and a glimpse into what’s coming in the near future.

Halfway through her first term, the District Attorney— leading and working alongside a dedicated and diverse DA team— has cleared San Diego’s rape kit backlog, increased support and services for crime victims, tripled the prosecution of hate crimes, created multiple opportunities for people to be diverted away from jail and onto a better path, and established innovative programs focused on helping some of the most vulnerable in San Diego County— those with mental illness, the elderly and our youth.

This Midterm Report

do c u ment s the journey of “ Tr a n s f o r m i n g Criminal Justice in San Diego County: A Strategic Approach Focused on In nov at ive Solutions.” It provides an inside look into the unique mission of a DA’s Office, which is charting a path of responsible reforms that upholds the rights of victims, the rights of the community to be safe and the rights of those who commit non-violent crime to access second chances and fair treatment.

“I listened with an open heart and mind to the voices in the community to create our new mission, which retains the excellence of the past but boldly reforms previous inequities that produced an over reliance on incarceration,” said District Attorney Summer Stephan. “I’ve replaced

them with evidence-based treatment programs that address the root causes of non-violent crime, such as mental health and addiction, in order to forge effective and humane solutions. I am excited to share the innovative programs and initiatives our team has launched during my first two years as your elected District Attorney.”

Some of the accomplishments outlined in Midterm Report include: See REPORT page 16

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COVID-19 UPDATES Can COVID-19 Vaccines Affect My Period?

By Ali Swenson and Arijeta Lajka Associated Press It’s not known, but researchers are starting to study the issue.

Vaccines are designed to activate your immune system, and some experts have wondered if that could temporarily disrupt menstrual cycles.

So far, reports of irregular bleed-

ing have been anecdotal. And it’s hard to draw any links to the vaccines since changes could be the result of other factors including stress, diet and exercise habits. There’s also a lack of data tracking changes to menstrual cycles after vaccines in general.

If scientists do eventually find a link between the vaccine and short-term changes in bleeding, experts say that would be no reason to avoid getting vaccinated.

“The benefits of taking the vaccine certainly way outweigh putting up with one heavy period, if indeed they’re related,” said Dr. Mary Jane Minkin, a gynecologist and a professor at the Yale University School of Medicine.

Researchers recently launched a survey to begin gathering data.

The findings won’t determine whether there’s a relationship between COVID-19 vaccines and menstrual changes, but

could help form the basis for further research, said Katharine Lee, one of the researchers, who is based at Washington University in St. Louis.

Dr. Jen Gunter, an obstetrician and gynecologist in the San Francisco Bay Area, said a link is possible, since the uterine lining, which is shed during menstruation, contains immune cells that help protect the uterus.

Are Big Sporting Events Safe During The Pandemic?

By Carla K. Johnson Associated Press Not yet, but there are ways to make it safer if you go.

“Yelling, chanting, hugging and generally pouring out our sports enthusiasm is still not the safest activity,” noted Jennifer Dowd, associate professor of population health at University of Oxford and chief scientific officer of Dear Pandemic, a website that offers expert opinions.

If you do decide to go to a game, outdoor stadiums

ies that haven’t yet been vetted by outside experts have reached differing conclusions about whether the football season led to more infections. The study findings can’t be certain, since they were based on disease rates in counties, not on contact tracing investigations.

are safer than indoor arenas, which won’t be as well ventilated. Venues that limit attendance and require masks are safer as well. Some teams are requiring proof of vaccination or a negative test for the coronavirus.

Once at the stadium, avoid indoor bars, restaurants and box seating, Dowd said.

“Spaces that are indoors with lots of people eating and drinking without masks are still among the riskiest,” she said.

Going to a game is much

safer if you’re fully vaccinated, notes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But the agency advises wearing masks at crowded sports events regardless of whether you’ve

Millions Still Available in Rent Relief !

By Voice & Viewpoint Staff

If you need help with past due rent, millions in funds are still unclaimed and available. Apply for assistance and don’t give up until you get the help you need. And remember, tenants experiencing COVID-19 related hardships have eviction protections through June 2021 under city, federal and California State Law. The key point to remember is

SAN DIEGO COUNTY

COVID-19 STATUS TOTAL CONFIRMED CASES

278,182 REPORTED TESTS

4,797,212 HOSPITALIZED

15,327 ICU

1,691 SOURCE: County of San Diego, HHSA as of 5/11/21

COVID-19 STATUS

Statewide

cases per 100k: 3.7 Positivity rate: 1.2%

San Diego County

Status: Moderate cases per 100k: 4.1 Positivity rate: 1.7%

this: By June 30, 2021, you must pay 25% of the rent due between September 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

COUNTY RENTAL ASSISTANCE Emergenc y Rent and Utilities Assistance Program (ERAP) The County’s ERAP 2021 serves all areas of the San Diego region except for the cities of San Diego and Chula Vista. Residents in those cities must directly apply to the City of San Diego or Chula Vista for emergency rent and utility assistance.

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CITY RENTAL ASSISTANCE COVID-19 Housing Stability Assistance Program Depending on landlord participation: • Relief available for up to 80 percent of past-due, unpaid rent from April 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021 and/or June 2021.

Priority is given to households with: • Income at or below $60,600 per year for a family of four.

• At least one household member who has been unemployed for 90 days and remains unemployed.

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had your shots.

Evidence on the safety of big games is mixed. The NFL says it safely hosted 1.2 million fans at 119 games during the 2020 season. Some stud-

Dr. Peter Hotez, an infectious disease specialist at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, said enough Americans will likely be fully vaccinated by June or July to see significant declines in transmission of the virus.

“The risk won’t go to zero,” Hotez said, but it will drop enough that sporting events, restaurants and larger gatherings may be much safer.

The CDC offers additional guidance to help sports fans make decisions as the pandemic continues, such as checking with event organizers about what safety measures are being taken. An important reminder: If you have symptoms, are waiting for a virus test result or have been exposed to someone who’s infected, you should stay home, the CDC says.

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The Grandparents’ Connection

Mother’s Day Celebration

Photos by: Darrel Wheeler

By Darrel Wheeler Contributing Writer

The good grandparents of Grandparents Connection assembled last Saturday at the Claim Jumper restaurant in La Mesa for their annual Mother’s Day celebration. The grandparents turned the party room into a very enjoyable and colorful Mother’s Day experience with colorful table cloths, gifts, flowers, a jewelry display, cupcakes and more.

All the lovely lady attendees with their fancy hats were handed brand new handbags for this very special Mother’s Day occasion. As part of the day's busy agenda, the Grandmama’s, and papa’s, awarded deserving members for their diligent work as grandparents and community leaders.

The Grandparents Connection (G.C.I.) is a grassroots volunteer based organization that offers information and resources to grandparents and other relative caregivers who are raising children.They use membership fees & donations to assist in paying services rendered to grandparents.

The G.C.I exists to provide education, information and resources to grandparents and relative caregivers who are taking care of their grandchildren. The organization’s mission is to offer support for Grandparents or relatives raising children under the age of 18. Support is provided in the form of open discussions and guest speakers who focus on issues affecting grandparents.

They also provide scholarships for deserving high school students with college aspirations, shoes, school clothing, transportation for educational outings, computer classes, support for family emergencies, educational speakers and much more.

“I would like to thank all those who attended today and participated in our Mother’s Day celebration, and our sponsors WalMart, SDG&E and the community for their much appreciated contributions,” Shearl Lambert shared.

G.C.I meetings are held every Thursday at Jacobs Center 10am-12pm. For more info contact Shearl Lambert via PH#619-931-9548 or Email SHEARLO688@yahoo.com.

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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES

ORDER OF THE HEALTH OFFICER AND EMERGENCY REGULATIONS (EFFECTIVE MAY 6, 2021) Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code sections 101040, 120175, and 120175.5 (b) the Health Officer of the County of San Diego (Health Officer) ORDERS AS FOLLOWS: Effective immediately, and continuing until further notice, the following will be in effect for San Diego County (county): 1. All persons shall comply with applicable State orders, regulations, and guidance regarding COVID-19 prevention including relevant guidance when participating in those sectors listed in sections 10 and 11, below.

2. All “gatherings,” shall be in conformance with the April 15, 2021 California Department of Public Health Updated Guidance for Gatherings found at https://www.cdph.ca.gov/ Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/ COVID-19/Guidance-forthePrevention-of-COVID-19Transmission-for-GatheringsNovember-2020.aspx.

3. SCHOOLS a. All public, charter, and private schools may hold classes and other school activities only under circumstances permitted by the State and in compliance with the COVID-19 and Reopening In-Person Instruction Framework & Public Health Guidance for K-12 Schools in California, 20202021 School Year guidance (available at: https://www.cdph. ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/ CDPH%20Document%20Library/COVID-19/Consolidated_Schools_Guidance.pdf), and as may be updated or superseded. Institutions of higher education may hold classes or other school activities only under circumstances permitted by the State and in compliance with the COVID – 19 Industry Guidance: Institutions of Higher Education and as may be updated or superseded. A written, worksite-specific COVID-19 prevention plan as stated in their applicable state guidance may be used by schools and institutions of higher education in lieu of a Social Distancing and Sanitation Protocol or Safe Reopening Plan. b. All school districts, charter schools, and private schools serving grades TK – 12 inclusive, shall report the following to the San Diego County Office of Education (SDCOE) on or before the second and fourth Monday of each month, in a format designated by SDCOE: i. Number of students participating in full-time in-person learning, by school site and school district, if applicable. ii. Number of students participating in hybrid learning (a mix of in-person and distance learning) by school site and school district, if applicable.

Number of students particiiii. pating in distance learning by school site and school district, if applicable.

iv. Number of school employees who work onsite at a school, by school site and school district, if applicable. v. The name, email, mailing address, and phone number of the person responsible for responding to complaints regarding COVID-19 prevention, by school site and school district, if applicable.

SDCOE shall report this information to the County of San Diego by the end of business on the following day (Tuesday) and shall post this information on its publicly facing website. c. All school districts, charter schools, and private schools serving grades TK – 12 inclusive, as required in the most recent COVID -19 Industry Guidance: Schools and School-Based Programs, shall notify local health officials immediately of any positive case of COVID-19, and exposed staff and families, as relevant, while maintaining confidentiality as required by state and federal laws.

4. Child daycare and child care providers shall operate in compliance with the measures set forth in State COVID-19 Updated Guidance: Child Care Programs and Providers and shall prepare and post a Safe Reopening Plan pursuant to section 11c, below.

5. “Non-essential personnel,” as defined in section 15a below, are prohibited from entry into any hospital or long-term care facility. All essential personnel who are COVID-19 positive or show any potential signs or symptoms of COVID-19 are strictly prohibited from entry into hospitals or long-term care facilities. Notwithstanding the foregoing, individuals requiring medical care for COVID-19 or related conditions may be admitted to hospitals or other medical facilities if the hospital or medical facility is appropriate for treating COVID-19 and has adequate precautions in place to protect its patients, medical personnel and staff.

6. Hospitals and healthcare providers, including dentists shall: a. Take measures to preserve and prioritize resources; and, b. May authorize and perform non-emergent or elective surgeries or procedures based on their determination of clinical need and supply capacity, and where consistent with State guidance. c. Nothing in this Order shall prevent physicians and other healthcare providers from conducting routine preventive care provided it conforms to any applicable State guidance. d. Nothing in this Order shall prevent dentists or dental hygienists from conducting routine preventive care provided it conforms to any applicable State guidance.

7. Hospitals, healthcare providers, pharmacies, commercial testing laboratories, and any other setting conducting testing shall report all positive and non-positive (i.e., negative, indeterminate, and specimen unsatisfactory) test results from nucleic acid amplification tests, antibody tests, and antigen diagnostic tests for SARSCoV-2 to the Public Health Officer immediately after such results are received.

8. Face coverings shall be worn as described and required in California Department of Public Health Face Covering Guidance issued on May 3, 2021, (available at: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/ Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/ COVID-19/guidance-for-facecoverings.aspx).

9. All businesses not meeting the definition of essential business or State authorized sector in section 10 and 11 below are referred to in this Order as “non-essential businesses” and shall be and remain closed for the duration of this Order. All essential businesses and businesses and entities in State authorized sectors must comply with the requirements of this Order. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any business may remain open if its employees and owners can provide its services from home, including by telecommuting, without direct contact with the public.

10. ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES a. “Essential business” is any business or activity (or a business/ activity that employs/utilizes workers) designated by the State Public Health Officer as “Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers” set forth in: https:// covid19.ca.gov/img/Essential CriticalInfrastructureWorkers. pdf) as that list may be updated from time-to-time, and referenced in Executive Order N-3320 issued by the Governor of the State of California. b. All essential businesses that allow members of the public to enter a facility must prepare and post a “Social Distancing and Sanitation Protocol” on the form available at: https:// www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/hhsa/programs/ phs/Epidemiology/covid19/SOCIAL_DISTANCING_AND_ SANITATION_PROTOCOL_04022020_V1.pdf), or on a form required by another governmental entity requiring substantially similar information, for each of their facilities open to the public in the county. The Social Distancing and Sanitation Protocol must be posted at or near the entrance of the relevant facility, and shall be easily viewable by the public and employees. A copy of the Social Distancing and Sanitation Protocol must also be provided to each employee performing work at the facility. All essential businesses shall implement the Social Distancing and Sanitation Protocol and provide evidence of its implementation to any authority enforcing this Order upon demand. The Social

Distancing and Sanitation Protocol must describe all measures required in section c below. Any business that fails to prepare and successfully implement a Social Distancing and Sanitation Protocol shall immediately close. c. When the State of California has issued an industry guidance, or any subsequent amendments thereto, with mandatory or suggested restrictions and/ or measures to be implemented by a particular sector of essential business, every essential business in that sector must comply with the guidance and shall include in its Social Distancing and Sanitation Protocol (prepared pursuant to section b, above) all of the measures listed in the industry guidance. Any mandatory measures required by this Order must also be included in a Social Distancing and Sanitation Protocol.

11. STATE AUTHORIZED SECTORS a. A “State authorized sector” is a type of business or activity that is not an essential business as defined in section 10a above, and is operating in conformance with the State of California’s Plan for Reducing COVID-19 and Adjusting Permitted Sector Activities to Keep Californians Healthy and Safe. State authorized sectors by tier assignment are identified here: https://covid19. ca.gov/safer-economy/. b. All State authorized sectors, with the exception of restaurants, bars, wineries, distilleries and breweries which do not limit services to take-out or delivery, must prepare and post a “Safe Reopening Plan” on the form available at: https://www. sandiegocounty.gov/content/ dam/sdc/hhsa/programs/phs/ Epidemiology/covid19/Community_Sector_Support/BusinessesandEmployers/SafeReopeningPlanTemplate.pdf for each of their facilities in the county. Restaurants bars, wineries, distilleries and breweries which do not limit services to take-out or delivery, must prepare and post a “COVID-19 Restaurant Operating Protocol” on the form found at https://www.sandiegocounty. gov/content/dam/sdc/deh/fhd/ food/pdf/covid19sdrestaurantoperatingprotocol_en.pdf for each restaurant in the county. c. The Safe Reopening Plan, or COVID-19 Restaurant Operating Protocol, must be posted at or near the entrance of the relevant facility, and shall be easily viewable by the public and employees. A copy of the Safe Reopening Plan must also be provided to each employee performing work at the facility. All businesses or entities in a State authorized sector shall implement the Safe Reopening Plan, or COVID-19 Restaurant Operating Protocol, and provide evidence of its implementation to any authority enforcing this Order upon demand. The Safe

Reopening Plan, or COVID-19 Restaurant Operating Protocol, must describe all measures required in section d, below.

Any business that fails to prepare and comply with its Safe Reopening Plan or COVID-19 Restaurant Operating Protocol, shall immediately close. d. When the State of California has issued an industry guidance, or any subsequent amendments thereto, with mandatory or suggested restrictions and/or measures to be implemented by a particular State authorized sector, every business or entity in that sector must comply with the guidance and shall include in its Safe Reopening Plan or Restaurant Operating Protocol (prepared pursuant to section b, above) all of the measures listed in the industry guidance. Any mandatory measures required by this Order must also be included in a Safe Reopening Plan.

12. Each essential business, and business or entity in a State authorized sector, shall take all of the following actions if an employer becomes aware that an employee is diagnosed with COVID-19: a. Promptly notify the County Department of Public Health that there is an employee that is laboratory-confirmed diagnosed with COVID-19, together with the name, date of birth, and contact information of the employee. b. Cooperate with the County Department of Public Health’s COVID-19 response team to identify and provide contact information for any persons exposed by the employee at the workplace. c. Provide notice of the exposure to any employees, and contractors (who regularly work at the workplace), who may have been exposed to COVID-19, as stated in the State’s COVID-19 Employer Playbook for a Safe Reopening, available at {https://files.covid19.ca.gov/ pdf/employer-playbook-forsafe-reopening--en.pdf}.

13. INDOOR AND OUTDOOR RECREATION Indoor and Outdoor recreation should occur consistent with applicable state guidance..

14. Persons who have been diagnosed with COVID-19, or who are likely to have COVID-19, shall comply with the Order of the Health Officer titled: “Isolation of All Persons with or Likely to have COVID-19”, or as subsequently amended. Persons who have a close contact with a person who either has COVID-19, or is likely to have COVID-19, shall comply with the Order of the Health Officer titled: “Quarantine of Persons Exposed to COVID-19,” or as subsequently amended. Both orders are available at: https:// www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/hhsa/programs/phs/ community_epidemiology/

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PUBLIC HEALTH NIH Vaccine Designer Takes Research to Harvard HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES

ORDER OF THE HEALTH OFFICER AND EMERGENCY REGULATIONS (EFFECTIVE MAY 6, 2021) CONTINUATION dc/2019-nCoV/health-order.html. If a more specific isolation or quarantine order is issued to a person, that order shall be followed.

15. For purposes of this Order: a. “Non-essential personnel” are employees, contractors, or members of the public who do not perform treatment, maintenance, support, or administrative tasks deemed essential to the healthcare mission of the long-term care facility or hospital.

Non-essential personnel do not include first responders, nor State, federal, or local officials, investigators, or medical personnel carrying out lawful duties. Non-essential personnel do not include visitors to hospitals and long-term care facilities who are granted entry by the facility’s director, or designee, because they are family or friends who are visiting a resident in an end of life or similar situation, are parents or guardians visiting a child who is a patient, or because of any other circumstances deemed appropriate by the facility director, or designee, and where appropriate precautions by the facility that follow federal, State, and local public health guidance regarding COVID-19 are followed. b. “Social distancing” is maintaining a six-foot separation from all persons except for household members, first responders and medical providers or employees conducting temperature screenings.

16. This Order is issued as a result of the World Health Organization’s declaration of a worldwide pandemic of COVID-19 disease, also known as “novel coronavirus.”

17. This Order is issued based on scientific evidence regarding the most effective approaches to slow the transmission of communicable diseases generally and COVID-19 specifically, as well as best practices as currently known and available to protect vulnerable members of the public from avoidable risk of serious illness or death resulting from exposure to COVID-19. The age, condition, and health of a significant portion of the population of the county places it at risk for serious health complications, including death, from COVID-19. Although most individuals who contract COVID-19 do not become seriously ill, persons with mild symptoms and asymptomatic persons with COVID-19 may place other vulnerable members of the public—such as older adults, and those with underlying health conditions—at significant risk.

18. The actions required by this Order are necessary to reduce the number of individuals who will be exposed to COVID-19, and will thereby slow the spread of COVID-19 in the county.

By reducing the spread of COVID-19, this Order will help preserve critical and limited healthcare capacity in the county and will save lives.

19. This Order is issued in accordance with, and incorporates by reference: a) the Declaration of Local Health Emergency issued by the Health Officer on February 14, 2020; b) the Proclamation of Local Emergency issued by the County Director of Emergency Services on February

14, 2020; c) the action of the County Board of Supervisors to ratify and continue both the local health emergency and local emergency on February 19, 2020; d) the Proclamation of a State of Emergency issued by the Governor of the State of California on March 4, 2020; e) Executive Order N-25-20 issued by the Governor of the State of California on March 12, 2020 which orders that “All residents are to heed any orders and guidance of state and local health officials, including but not limited to the imposition of social distancing measures, to control COVID-19”; f) Proclamation 9984 regarding COVID-19 issued by the President of the United States on March 11, 2020; g) Executive Order N-33-20 issued by the Governor of the State of California on March 19, 2020; h) the “Interim Additional Guidance for Infection Prevention and Control for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19 in Nursing Homes” issued by the CDC; i) COVID-19 guidance issued by the California Department of Public Health on including, but not limited to the Face Coverings Guidance issued on May 3, 2021; j) the State of California’s “Resilience Roadmap;” k) the State of California’s Plan for Reducing COVID-19 and Adjusting Permitted Sector Activities to Keep Californians Healthy and Safe; l) and the California Statewide Public Health Officer Order dated August 28, 2020.

20. This Order is issued to prevent circumstances often present in gatherings that may exacerbate the spread of COVID-19, such as: 1) the increased likelihood that gatherings will attract people from a broad geographic area; 2) the prolonged time period in which large numbers of people are in close proximity; 3) the difficulty in tracing exposure when large numbers of people attend a single event or are at a single location; and 4) the inability to ensure that such persons follow adequate hygienic practices.

21. This Order is issued to provide additional opportunities for recreational activities while also requiring additional protections from the spread of COVID-19 to the public who are taking advantage of these opportunities for recreational activities. And providing additional protections for employees of essential businesses or businesses or entities in State authorized sectors and their customers/ clients.

22. This Order is issued to protect the public health as businesses are allowed to reopen by requiring businesses to implement procedures necessary to ensure their employees and customers comply with social distancing, sanitation and screening practices.

23. This Order comes after the release of substantial guidance from the Health Officer, the California Department of Public Health, the CDC, and other public health officials throughout the United States and around the world.

24. The statement of facts and circumstances set forth as justification for each Guidance issued by the California Department of Health Services that is referenced in this Order

are hereby accepted and incorporated by reference into this Order.

25. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 120175.5 (b) all governmental entities in the county shall take necessary measures within the governmental entity’s control to ensure compliance with this Order and to disseminate this Order to venues or locations within the entity’s jurisdiction where gatherings may occur.

26. Violation of this Order is subject to fine, imprisonment, or both. (California Health and Safety Code section 120295.)

27. To the extent necessary, this Order may be enforced by the Sheriff or chiefs of police pursuant to Government Code sections 26602 and 41601 and Health and Safety Code section 101029.

28. Once this Order takes effect it shall supersede the Order of the Health Officer and Emergency Regulations dated April 6, 2020.

IT IS SO ORDERED: Date: May 6, 2021 Wilma J. Wooten, M.D., M.P.H. Public Health Officer County of San Diego

EMERGENCY REGULATIONS As Director of Emergency Services for the County of San Diego, I am authorized to promulgate regulations for the protection of life and property pursuant to Government Code Section 8634 and San Diego County Code section 31.103. The following shall be in effect for the duration of the Health Officer Order issued above which is incorporated in its entirety by reference: The Health Officer Order shall be promulgated as a regulation for the protection of life and property.

Any person who violates or who refuses or willfully neglects to obey this regulation is subject to fine, imprisonment, or both. (Government Code section 8665.)

Date: May 6, 2021 Helen Robbins-Meyer Chief Administrative Officer Director of Emergency Services County of San Diego

THIS ORDER AND EMERGENCY REGULATIONS DO NOT SUPERSEDE MORE RESTRICTIVE STATE ORDERS OR GUIDANCE. ALL PERSONS MUST REFERENCE BOTH THIS DOCUMENT AND APPLICABLE STATE ORDERS AND GUIDANCE. TO THE EXTENT THERE IS ANY INCONSISTENCY THE MORE RESTRICTIVE MEASURE APPLIES.

Kizzmekia Corbett, an immunologist with the NIH Vaccine Research Center. Fewer Americans are reluctant to get a COVID-19 vaccine than just a few months ago, but questions about side effects and safety still hold some back, according to a new poll. Corbett helped lead development of the Moderna shot, and she spends hours giving plain-spoken answers to questions from Americans — especially Black Americans like her — to counter misinformation about the three vaccines used in the U.S. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)

By Lauran Neergaard Newswire

The U.S. government scientist who helped design one of the first COVID-19 vaccines and then tackled skepticism of the shots in communities of color is moving to Harvard in June.

Kizzmekia Corbett of the National Institutes of Health will take her research into next-generation vaccines for coronaviruses to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the school announced Tuesday. Corbett told The Associated Press the move also allows her to become even more involved in vaccine outreach and equity.

“I’ve basically spent the last year, I guess, fighting against misinformation” about the COVID-19 vaccines, she said. “We think that we can just say, ‘The science is good,’ and people are going to say, ‘OK, yeah, I’ll take the vaccine,’” when their questions instead need greater attention.

Corbett, 35, helped lead the NIH’s development of the

COVID-19 vaccine made

by Moderna. The viral immunologist spent six years leading an NIH research team that studied potential vaccines against other coronaviruses such as MERS, giving them a head start when the new coronavirus appeared. As vaccination drives launched, Corbett spoke virtually to churches and at forums hosted by colleges, doctors and even basketball great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to counter vaccine reluctance.

In her new role, Corbett will head a lab that explores new vaccines to protect against additional members of the coronavirus family and other novel viruses that could threaten human health.

“We’re going to continue to see these emerging viruses and have to have strategies to deal with them,” said Sarah Fortune, the chair of immunology and infectious diseases at the Harvard Chan School. “Unfortunately with coronaviruses and the need to understand how to vaccinate against coronaviruses, we’re not out of the woods.”

Employees Can Get COVID-19 Vaccine at Work Voice & Viewpoint Newswire The County of San Diego is making it easier for businesses and community organizations to host mobile vaccination events at their place of business.

Businesses can now fill out an online request for a mobile vaccination team to come to their worksite, in an effort to increase access to COVID-19 vaccines,

especially for employees whose work schedules make it difficult to obtain a COVID-19 shot at a traditional vaccination site.

Are you a business or religious institution? Want to host a COVID-19 vaccination event at your site?

To sign up, visit coronavirus-sd.com/vaccine, or email your questions to CovidVaxInquiry.HHSA@ sdcounty.ca.gov.

County to Vaccinate 12- to 15-Year-Olds Voice & Viewpoint Newswire At press time, the County of San Diego was preparing to offer Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations to youth ages 12-15. Authorization by the

California Department of Public Health was expected

by Wednesday and delivery of the vaccine was expected to begin as early as Thursday, May 13. State figures show San Diego County has 175,864 people ages 12-15.

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HEALTHY LIVING Are You at Higher Risk for Having a Life-Changing Stroke?

Star basketball player, Latia Howard, suffered a life-changing stroke at 21.

Lead scorer of the University of Pittsburgh women’s basketball team, Latia Howard was being recruited by the WNBA and at the top of her game. But that all changed after she suffered a stroke at just 21 years old.

Early one morning, Howard began experiencing weakness in her arm and leg. While she decided to skip practice

that day, she didn’t think too much of it. When her roommate told her trainer why Howard wasn’t at practice and what she was experiencing, he called her and noticed she didn’t sound right on the phone. He went straight to her apartment, and after realizing something was very wrong, he immediately called 911 and she was rushed to the emergency room.

According to the American Stroke Association, African Americans have a higher prevalence of stroke and the highest death rate from stroke than any other racial group. Among stroke survivors, African Americans are more likely to be disabled and have difficulties doing daily activities.

A star athlete before her

life-changing stroke, not only was Howard unable to play basketball afterward, she had to relearn how to walk and talk and went through extensive physical therapy, falling into a depression.

The stroke forced Howard to re-imagine her goal of being a professional basketball player.

She shifted her dream of playing in the WNBA to coaching young, up-and-coming basketball players.

“I am grateful I am here and can share my story,” says Howard, who, now 43, is an educator and basketball coach. “I encourage my team to always give 100% because at one time in my life, I couldn’t give anything.”

A testament to the fact that stroke can happen to any-

one, of any age, at any time, Howard encourages everyone to know their body, so they can recognize when something feels different or wrong. “When it comes to stroke, every moment counts,” she says. “A person could lose everything to stroke, so it’s important to call 911 the moment something seems off.”

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that almost half of African Americans have at least one risk factor for stroke, including manageable conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes, as well as genetic conditions like sickle cell disease.

That is why it’s important for everyone to be aware of their risk factors and learn the signs to watch.

According to experts, immediate medical attention is vital when it comes to stroke and relies on everyone learning and being able to recognize the BE FAST signs and symptoms of a stroke in themselves and others and calling 911 immediately.

BE FAST stands for Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time and refers to these signs of stroke:

BEFAST

Balance

Eyes

Face

Arm

Speech

Time

Phleth Sudden loss of balance

Loss of vision in one or both eyes

Face looks uneven or droopy

Arm or leg is weak Slurred speech, or hanging down trouble speaking or seems confused

Immediately

Call 911

For more information and resources, visit StrokeAwareness.com, developed by Genentech Inc, a member of the Roche Group.

“BE FAST” was developed by Intermountain Healthcare, as an adaptation of the FAST model implemented by the American Stroke Association.

Reproduced with permission from Intermountain Healthcare. © 2011 Intermountain Healthcare. All rights reserved.

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What women should know about the COVID-19 vaccine and its side effects

By Torrance Stephens Side effects of the COVID19 vaccine vary from individual to individual and can be a function of age and sex.

The main reason for this is because we all have unique qualities regarding our immune systems. This is true for women, especially

young women, according to researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Research has thus far demonstrated that younger women tend to have the most severe side effects upon receiving their coronavirus vaccines. This has

been shown for the Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. Typically, younger women commonly report having higher rates of fatigue, headache, and pain at the injection site than older adults and men.

The report released by the CDC in its Morbidity and

Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) dated Feb. 26, 2021, notes that younger women have more severe and frequent side effects after receiving the second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. The CDC documents that of the first 13.8 million COVID-19 vaccine doses given to Americans, reports of side effects were coming at a higher rate from women. More noticeable was that 79 percent of side effects reported were from women, although just 61 percent of the vaccines were given to women.

For decades, women have exhibited a stronger response

Side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine vary from individual to individual and can be a function of age and sex. The main reason for this is because we all have unique qualities regarding our immune systems. This is true for women, especially young women, according to researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

to other vaccination protocols when compared to men. Scientists suggest that this is because in women, predominantly premenopausal women, estrogen levels aid in the activation of the immune response to illness. In comparison, men have higher levels of testosterone, which slows down the same response.

Thus, females have a stouter

response to vaccines because their bodies act faster and stronger when the vaccine is introduced into their bodies. Estrogen also boosts the body to produce more T-cells. These are the cells in the body designed to protect us by fighting off an infection or virus when a vaccine is introduced.

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EDUCATION Easing Students’ Anxieties as They Return to YOU HAVE THE RIGHT

to take paid time off work for COVID-19 related reasons.

COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave is now available for workplaces with 26 or more employees and is just one of many leave rights for workers in California. If you or a family member are sick or have been exposed to COVID-19, supplemental paid sick leave can cover: • Up to 80 hours of leave in addition to permanent paid sick leave • Care for yourself or a family member with COVID-19 • Getting tested, vaccinated or recovering from vaccine side effects Ask your employer what rights are available to you.

Learn more at saferatwork.ca.gov

the Classroom When it comes to the emotional well-being of students post-pandemic, a new study reveals that teachers expect significant challenges when schools make a full return to in-person learning.

The study, commissioned by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), the world leader in de-escalation training, shows that 84% of teachers say student trauma, mental health issues and increased anxiety are their biggest concerns with full classroom re-entry.

“Many of those in school communities have faced adversity and trauma, ranging from upended routines to home isolation and loss of family members.

Simply restarting school won’t erase the aftereffects,” says Susan Driscoll, president of CPI. In many cases, the past year has simply exacerbated issues that predate COVID-19. It’s estimated that prior to the pandemic, nearly half of all students in the U.S. had experienced some form

of trauma, according to the nonprofit research organization, WestEd.

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Driscoll says that while the federal government’s COVID CARES Act will provide essential financial support at the district level, at the individual level, families and teachers are in a position to help make the transition as smooth and successful as possible. “Ideally, all individuals in a student’s life will be aligned in helping them prepare for their return to school,” she says.

Here are some of the organization’s top tips for teachers and parents who are busy making preparations for the return to in-person learning: • Create a good learning environment: Classrooms should be well-organized and structured, but also welcoming to reestablish a familiar routine.

• Listen empathetically: Offer your undivided attention, then provide thoughtful, nonjudgmental feedback.

• Rebuild trust: In a recent survey by the American

Federation of Teachers and the New York Life Foundation, only 15% of educators said they feel very comfortable addressing students’ emotional needs caused or intensified by the coronavirus outbreak. While teachers may feel a bit unprepared in this area, making it clear to students that sharing their feelings and concerns is appreciated and encouraged will go a long way.

• Acknowledge your own anxiety: Take the time to understand the reasons you are feeling anxious and seek a positive outlet.

To learn more, visit crisisprevention.com/About-Us. Opening the doors is only step one in returning students to the classroom. As the pandemic eases, parents and teachers will also need to actively address a year’s worth of isolation and anxiety.

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BUSINESS NEWS

The Rebirth of Ebony Preparing to Open and Jet Magazine Children’s Defense Fund Summer Freedom Schools

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire The Children’s Defense Fund has always lived by the motto that children are the future. As young people of color are the majority of youth in America, the nonprofit organization hosts its Freedom Schools program each summer in Washington, DC. Dr. Starsky Wilson, the president and CEO of the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF), said the schools incorporate “the totality of CDF’s mission by fostering environments that support children and young adults to excel and believe in their ability to make a difference in themselves and in their families, schools, communities, country, and the world with hope, education, and action.”

Dr. Wilson noted that students in the program are known as scholars.

“By providing K-12 scholars

with rich, culturally relevant pedagogy and high-quality books that deepen scholars’ understanding of themselves and all they have in common with others in a multiracial, multicultural democratic society, CDF Freedom Schools programs further empowers scholars to believe in their ability and responsibility to make a difference while instilling in them a love of reading to help them avoid summer learning loss,” Dr. Wilson remarked during a live appearance on the National Newspaper Publishers Association’s morning breaking news program, “Let It Be Known.”

The CDF outlined the following behavioral benchmarks: Seventy-seven percent of scholars reported they were willing to listen to different opinions; Sixty-eight percent of scholars said standing up

for what they think is fair; Sixty-three percent of scholars said that they could solve problems without yelling at others; Sixty-eight percent of scholars said that they know how to solve arguments without fighting; Seventynine percent of scholars said learning how to cooperate to solve problems.

“Freedom Schools are not just culturally responsive, but we invest in young people – developing their sense of selfagency that they can make a difference in their home, their community and in the world.”

Dr. Wilson said.

INTERNATIONAL NEWS Could Africa Be The Next Hub For Covid Drug Manufacture?

Global Information Network For a while, Africa appeared to be losing the fight to build manufacturing capacity for the production of COVID-

19 vaccines as big pharma and rich countries questioned African capacity to make its own vaccines.

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Some international companies regard African self-sufficiency as a long-term risk to their business; some fear a loss of influence.

Greg Perry, assistant director general at the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations, expressed doubt that Africa could become a drug manufacturing hub. “It is a very tall order to start looking at significant manufacturing on the continent,” Perry said.

This week, in a surprise move, the US threw its support behind a move at the World Trade Organization (WTO) to temporarily lift patent protections for coronavirus vaccines, allowing developing countries to meet their own needs. In announcing the new policy, US Trade Representative Katherine Tai said that “extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures”.

One hundred of the WTO's 164 states are said to be in favor of lifting patent protection, and a panel on intellectual property is expected to discuss the issue next month.

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If approved, supporters say, the waiver could provide more affordable doses for less wealthy countries. Advocates of the move say it would increase global vaccine production of life-saving drugs.

Currently, African nations only produce 1% of the vaccines used on the continent, with scattered, limited capacity. A continent of 1.2 billion people should not have to import 99% of its vaccines, commented Nature magazine in a recent editorial.

By Tammy Gibson Contributing Writer Ebony Magazine relaunched in digital format on March 1, 2021 and media veteran, Michele Ghee, was named CEO of Ebony and Jet in January. The new owner is former NBA player Ulysses “Junior” Bridgeman. He bought the magazine out of bankruptcy for $14 million in December 2020.

Bridgeman’s daughter, Eden Bridgeman, will oversee Ebony Media.

“We wanted to signal the importance of women leaders, but we also know Ebony was for the family, and that is the pillar that we want to make sure we bring back,” said Bridgeman.

The digital magazine will be updated daily and ad-supported. Freelance writers will provide editorial content. There are no plans to charge for digital subscriptions nor for Ebony to go back to print.

Founded by John H. Johnson in 1945, Ebony Magazine documented key moments of Black life. Images showed how African Americans lived, fashion, accomplishments, and concerns in the com-

munity. Ebony and Jet magazine were on the coffee tables of African American homes for over 70 years.

Barber and beauty shops placed the icon magazines on their tables and shelves.

During its peak in the 1980s, Ebony magazine had a circulation of over 2.3 million.

In 1955, Jet published the photograph of Emmett Till’s corpse in an Ebony Magazine relaunched in digital format on March 1, 2021. Media open casket. Till veteran, Michele Ghee, was named CEO of Ebony and Jet in January. The was murdered in new owner is former NBA player Ulysses “Junior” Bridgeman. He bought magazine out of bankruptcy for $14 million in December 2020.

Money, MS, for the Bridgeman’s daughter, Eden Bridgeman, will oversee Ebony Media. allegedly whistling at a white is to bring Ebony and Jet woman. Ebony struggled Magazine back to promito navigate in the digital nence. era. After Johnson’s death, daughter Linda Johnson “We’re going to ask for Rice took over Johnson grace because we did this quickly. But we are in a rush Publishing Company. to show that we have great In 2010, Rice sold the intentions. Our commitheadquarters to Columbia ment is not to any city, but College. The final print to the Black community,” issue of Jet Magazine was in Michele Ghee said. Ebony’s 2014. Rice sold Ebony and headquarters are based in Jet to Clear View Group Atlanta. in 2016, a Texas-based This article appeared first in equity firm. The last print electronic form at the Chicago of Ebony Magazine was Defender. in 2019. Ghee’s priority

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Located at: 1373 Tarbox St San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 04/20/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Mike Angel Espinoza Jr. 1373 Tarbox St. San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 01, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on May 01, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007399 Fictitious business name(s): Chemical Diversity --Chemical Diversity Labs

Located at: 12760 High Bluff Dr Suite 370 San Diego, CA 92130 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was 11/07/1995 This business is hereby registered by the following: Chemdiv, Inc. 12760 High Bluff Dr Suite 370 San Diego, CA 92130 Wisconsin This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 17, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 17, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008590 Fictitious business name(s): Nika’s KnickKnacks & Custom Designs

Located at: 3455 Kearny Villa Rd. Apt. 311 San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 04/11/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Shanika Latrice Price 3455 Kearny Villa Rd. Apt. 311 San Diego, CA 92123 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 29, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 29, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008482 Fictitious business name(s): Mind2Mend Therapy Center

Located at: 680 Old Telegraph Canyon Rd., Suite 201 Chula Vista, CA 91911 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 01/01/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: NaTasha Ann Bailey 4385 Crabapple Court San Diego, CA 92154 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on

April 28, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 28, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008858 Fictitious business name(s): Coral King Farms

Located at: 4171 Dewes Way San Diego, CA 92117 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 03/02/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Patrick Timothy Hurley 4171 Dewes Way San Diego, CA 92117 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 01, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on May 01, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008882 Fictitious business name(s): Os Malandros de Mestre Touro

Located at: 6429 Imperial Avenue San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 06/01/2004 This business is hereby registered by the following: Dennis D Newsome 5176 Groveland Drive San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 01, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on May 01, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008865 Fictitious business name(s): Fashion With A Passion

Located at: 8367 Distinctive Dr. San Diego, CA 92108 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 1/24/2011 This business is hereby registered by the following: Carolyn Beth Morris 8367 Distinctive Drive San Diego, CA 92108 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 01, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on May 01, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9009585 Fictitious business name(s): Bottoms Up Margaritas

Located at: 804 Angelus Ave. San Diego, CA 92114 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: Dominic Wayne Littleton 804 Angelus Ave. San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 11, 2021 This fictitious business name

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will expire on May 11, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008106 Fictitious business name(s):

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9006685 Fictitious business name(s):

08/01/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: A Hoopers Touch LLC 186 Lakeview Ave. Spring Valley, CA 91977 California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on May 03, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on May 03, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008411 Fictitious business name(s):

San Diego County on April 10, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 10, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007556 Fictitious business name(s):

County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following:

04/05/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Helen Ahrens 10946 Singletree Lane Spring Valley, CA 91978 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 19, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 19, 2026 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9006492 Fictitious business name(s):

Bom Demais --It’s Bom Demais

Located at: 4660 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 100 San Diego, CA 92122 County of San Diego ---

4660 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 100 PMB 4901 San Diego, CA 92122 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: Bom Demais, LLC 4660 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 100 San Diego, CA 92122 California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 24, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 24, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007075 Fictitious business name(s): Dreambuilders Youth Mentoring Network

Located at: 1730 Euclid Avenue #865 San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 4/1/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Ramona Sherie Jones 4051 Delta Street San Diego, CA 92113 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 13, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 13, 2026 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/03 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007196 Fictitious business name(s): Shine Diamond Bright

Located at: 8726 Harness St Unit A Spring Valley, CA 91977 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: Jaclyn Marie Rojas 8726 Harness St Unit A Spring Valley, CA 91977 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 14, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 14, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008359 Fictitious business name(s): MR & MRS DONE RIGHT CMR SERVICES

Located at: 1185 Armacost Rd San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 4/23/2015 This business is hereby registered by the following: Stephanie E. Robinson 1185 Armacost Rd San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 27, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 27, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 ------------------------------------

Safe Space Coaching

Located at: 8885 Rio San Diego Dr Unit 237 San Diego, CA 92108 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 03/19/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Kayla Brea Caruso 4121 Cherokee Ave Apt 6 San Diego, CA 92104 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 10, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 10, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007989 Fictitious business name(s): T and C Accessories

Located at: 863 S. 32nd St. San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 04/22/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Tyrone Lorenzo McGhee 863 S. 32nd St. San Diego, CA 92113 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 22, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 22, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9006504 Fictitious business name(s): Smart Environment --SE Appliance Repair

Located at: 1549 Plover Street San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was 09/01/2019 This business is hereby registered by the following: Smart Environment LLC 1549 Plover Street San Diego, CA 92114 California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 08, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 08, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008401 Fictitious business name(s): Ace Cab T-501

Located at: 7025 Waite Dr. Apt 26B La Mesa, CA 91941 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 4/27/21 This business is hereby registered by the following: Mengisteab Beyene 7025 Waite Dr. Apt 26B La Mesa, CA 91941 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 27, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 27, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008994 Fictitious business name(s): A Hoopers Touch LLC

Located at: 186 Lakeview Ave Spring Valley, CA 91977 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was

Flow Cab

Located at: 7223 Terra Cotta Rd San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 4/12/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Berhane Weldeysus Mebrahtu 7223 Terra Cotta Rd San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 27, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 27, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9008114 Fictitious business name(s):

Empowered Women Apparel --E.W.A.

Located at: 8355 Jadam Way Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 4/15/2016 This business is hereby registered by the following: Chinara Hasan 8355 Jadam Way Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 24, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 24, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9006793 Fictitious business name(s): Dr Frankenstein’s --Bxcellent Guru

Located at: 113 W G Street #5011 San Diego, CA 92101-6096 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Lisa Lorraine Bowen, Inc. 113 W G Street #5011 San Diego, CA 92101-6096 California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 10, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 10, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9006796 Fictitious business name(s): Lisa Lorraine Boutique

Located at: 2801 B Street Unit 203 San Diego, CA 92102 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Lisa Lorraine Bowen, Inc. 113 W G Street #5011 San Diego, CA 92101-6096 California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of

C & M Auto Wholesale

Located at: 149 Buccaneer Drive San Diego, CA 92114 This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 4/8/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Sara Angelica Santiesteban 149 Buccaneer Drive San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 19, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 19, 2026 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007982 Fictitious business name(s): YAL CAB #437

Located at: 4115 Euclid Ave Apt 9 San Diego, CA 92105 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: Ahmed Legas Jemaw 4115 Euclid Ave Apt 9 San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 21, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 21, 2026 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9006517 Fictitious business name(s): SAUSAGE DEPOT

Located at: 3146 Mission Blvd.

San Diego, CA 92109 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was 03/11/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: THE BAGEL SHOP LLC 1000 Island Ave. San Diego, CA 92101 California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 08, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 08, 2026 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9006557 Fictitious business name(s): DG CONSULTING

Located at: 886 Beech Ave Chula Vista, CA 91911 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 12/01/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: David Alejandro Guillent

886 Beech Ave Chula Vista, CA 91911 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 09, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 09, 2026 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007468 Fictitious business name(s): McGregor Realty, Incorporated

Located at: 3613 Leland Street San Diego, CA 92106

McGregor Realty, Incorporated

3613 Leland Street San Diego, CA 92106 California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 17, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 17, 2026 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007560 Fictitious business name(s): JazzyBee Celebrations

Located at: 8379 Holt Street Spring Valley, CA 91977 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: Jasmine Breanne Jackson 8379 Holt Street Spring Valley, CA 91977 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 19, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 19, 2026 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9006830 Fictitious business name(s): Luvlane

Located at: 639 63rd San Diego, CA 92114 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: Delane Yvonne Beaner 639 63rd San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 10, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 10, 2026 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007240 Fictitious business name(s): Dels Auto Performance

Located at: 1403 Broadway Suite 101 Chula Vista, CA 91911 County of San Diego ---

3130 S. Bonita Spring Valley, CA 91977 This business is conducted by: A General Partnership Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Robert L. Lewis Jr. 3130 S. Bonita Spring Valley, CA 91977 ---

Delbert Luarca 3130 S. Bonita Spring Valley, CA 91977 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 15, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 15, 2026 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007531 Fictitious business name(s): Siva Baby Unlimited

Located at: 10946 Singletree Lane Spring Valley, CA 91978 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was

Astra Transportation

Located at: 1370 Don Carlos Ct Chula Vista, CA 91910 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: Erick Josue Enriquez Lamas 1370 Don Carlos Ct Chula Vista, CA 91910 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 07, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 07, 2026 4/22, 4/29, 5/06, 5/13 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007165 Fictitious business name(s): Galaxy-Unlimited

Located at: 4434 Rosebud Ln. #B La Mesa, CA 91941 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: Saad Ali 4434 Rosebud Ln, Apt. B La Mesa, CA 91941 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 14, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 14, 2026 4/22, 4/29, 5/06, 5/13 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007211 Fictitious business name(s): TS Cab

Located at: 7025 Waite Dr. Apt. 40B La Mesa, CA 91941 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Married Couple Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Alganesh Tiku 7025 Waite Dr. Apt.40B La Mesa, CA 91941 ---

Aklilu Gebregziabher 7025 Waite Dr. Apt.40B La Mesa, CA 91941 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 14, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 14, 2026 4/22, 4/29, 5/06, 5/13 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9006622 Fictitious business name(s): Precision Fab Works

Located at: 1673 Larwood Rd. Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 02/08/21 This business is hereby registered by the following: Johnny Gonzalez 1673 Larwood Rd. Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on

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April 10, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 10, 2026 4/22, 4/29, 5/06, 5/13 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9007377 Fictitious business name(s):

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 remote hearing date.

will notify the parties by mail of a future remote hearing date.

Cause, on the other nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.)

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Central Branch 37-2021-00011271CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Heather Marcelle Mobley Phillips on behalf of minor child

The Beach Cruisers Bike Club --BCBC

Located at: 5524 San Mateo Drive San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 03/22/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Michelle Earldine Williams 5524 San Mateo Drive San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on April 16, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on April 16, 2026 4/22, 4/29, 5/06, 5/13 ------------------------------------

NAME CHANGE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall of Justice 37-2021-00017988CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Michael Lawrence Cleaver To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Michael Lawrence Cleaver filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: PRESENT NAME: Michael Lawrence Cleaver PROPOSED NAME: Michael Lawrence Turner 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: June 14, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON ABOVE DATE (Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which poses a substantial risk to the health and welfare of court personnel and the public, rendering presence in, or access to, the court’s facilities unsafe, and pursuant to the emergency orders of the Chief Justice of the State of California and General Orders of the Presiding Department of the San Diego Superior Court, the following Order is made: 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 certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

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 remote hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

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 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00018402CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Gabriel Tory Johnson To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Gabriel Tory Johnson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: PRESENT NAME: Gabriel Tory Johnson PROPOSED NAME: Gabriel Tory Martinez 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: June 15, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON ABOVE DATE (Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which poses a substantial risk to the health and welfare of court personnel and the public, rendering presence in, or access to, the court’s facilities unsafe, and pursuant to the emergency orders of the Chief Justice of the State of California and General Orders of the Presiding Department of the San Diego Superior Court, the following Order is made: 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 certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

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 remote 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

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: 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 5/06, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego 330 W Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall of Justice 37-2021-00013909CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Zonia Thompson To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Zonia Thompson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: PRESENT NAME: Zonia Thompson PROPOSED NAME: Sonya Thompson 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: June 29, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON ABOVE DATE (Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which poses a substantial risk to the health and welfare of court personnel and the public, rendering presence in, or access to, the court’s facilities unsafe, and pursuant to the emergency orders of the Chief Justice of the State of California and General Orders of the Presiding Department of the San Diego Superior Court, the following Order is made: 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 certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

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 remote 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 remote 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

The address of the court is: 330 W Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego 330 W Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall of Justice 37-2021-00000092CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Arely Paola Castaneda To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Arely Paola Castaneda filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: PRESENT NAME: Arely Paola Castaneda PROPOSED NAME:

Arely Paola Castaneda Espinoza

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: May 27, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON ABOVE DATE (Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which poses a substantial risk to the health and welfare of court personnel and the public, rendering presence in, or access to, the court’s facilities unsafe, and pursuant to the emergency orders of the Chief Justice of the State of California and General Orders of the Presiding Department of the San Diego Superior Court, the following Order is made: 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 certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

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 remote 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 remote 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 W Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 4/29, 5/06, 5/13, 5/20 -----------------------------------

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Heather Marcelle Mobley Phillips filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: PRESENT NAME: Giovanni Marcellus Phillips PROPOSED NAME: Giovanni Marcellus Jefferson 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: June 7, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON ABOVE DATE (Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which poses a substantial risk to the health and welfare of court personnel and the public, rendering presence in, or access to, the court’s facilities unsafe, and pursuant to the emergency orders of the Chief Justice of the State of California and General Orders of the Presiding Department of the San Diego Superior Court, the following Order is made: 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 certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

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 remote 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 remote 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 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 4/22, 4/29, 5/06, 5/13 -----------------------------------

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REQUEST FOR BIDS Advertisement for Bids Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will receive “ELECTRONIC-ONLY” bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services for: TOLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASPHALT REPAIRS A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on THURSDAY, MAY 20, 2021, in front of the main office of Toler Elementary School, 3350 Baker St, San Diego, CA 92117. ALL CONTRACTORS MUST PREREGISTER WITH THE DISTRICT PRIOR TO ATTENDING THE SITE WALK. Please send only one representative per Company.

Contact mmoyers1@sandi.net for the link to preregister. (PLEASE SEE BID FOR DETAILS No. CP22-0038-39).

COVID-19 SITE WALK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WILL BE ENFORCED Please refer to Planwell (www.crispimg.com, click on PlanWell, Public Planroom, search SDUSD and project bid number CP22-0038-39) or The Daily Transcript Publication for the complete Advertisement for Bids which includes Site Walk Safety Precautions AND preregistration information.

All bids must be received electronically at or before 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 03, 2021.

Firms interested in submitting a bid package must go to https://www.planetbids.com/ portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43764 then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CP22-0038-39 Toler Elementary School Asphalt Repairs. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration”.

The project estimate is between $300,000 and $400,000. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: A or other appropriate license, subject to District approval.

SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Andrea O’Hara, M.A. Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Office Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Department CP22-0038-39 Advertisement for Bids Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will receive “ELECTRONIC-ONLY” bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services for: CPMA SCHOOL JOINT USE FIELD PARKING AND FENCING A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on THURSDAY, MAY 20, 2021, in front of the main office of CPMA School, 5050 Conrad Ave, San Diego, CA 92117. ALL CONTRACTORS MUST PREREGISTER WITH THE DISTRICT PRIOR TO ATTENDING THE SITE WALK. Please send only one representative per Company. Contact jimperial@sandi.net for the link to preregister. (PLEASE SEE BID FOR DETAILS No. CZ21-0689-52).

COVID-19 SITE WALK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WILL BE ENFORCED Please refer to Planwell (www.crispimg.com, click on PlanWell, Public Planroom, search SDUSD and project bid number CZ21-0689-52) or The Daily Transcript Publication for the complete Advertisement for Bids which includes Site Walk Safety Precautions AND preregistration information.

All bids must be received electronically at or before 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 10, 2021.

Firms interested in submitting a bid package must go to https://www.planetbids. com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43764 then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CZ21-0689-52 CPMA SCHOOL JOINT USE FIELD PARKING AND FENCING. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration”.

The project estimate is between $1.3 million and $1.6 million. This is a PSA project and requires prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: A or other appropriate license, subject to District approval.

SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Andrea O’Hara, M.A. Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Officer Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Department CZ21-0689-52 Advertisement for Bids Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will receive “ELECTRONIC-ONLY” bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services for: BUILDING 900 REMEDIATION AT KEARNY HIGH SCHOOL A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on THURSDAY, MAY 20, 2021, in front of the main office of Kearny High School, 1954 Komet Way, San Diego, CA 92111. ALL CONTRACTORS MUST PREREGISTER WITH THE DISTRICT PRIOR TO ATTENDING THE SITE WALK. Please send only one representative per Company.

Contact jalmond@sandi.net for the link to preregister. (PLEASE SEE BID FOR DETAILS No. CP21-0935-23).

COVID-19 SITE WALK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WILL BE ENFORCED Please refer to Planwell (www.crispimg.com, click on PlanWell, Public Planroom, search SDUSD and project bid number CP21-0935-23) or The Daily Transcript Publication for the complete Advertisement for Bids which includes Site Walk Safety Precautions AND preregistration information.

All bids must be received electronically at or before 1:00 p.m. on JUNE 4, 2021. Firms interested in submitting a bid package must go to https://www.planetbids.com/ portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43764 then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CP21-0935-23 Kearny High School Building 900 Remediation. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration”.

The project estimate is between $360,000 and $385,000. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: B or other appropriate license, subject to District approval.

SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Andrea O’Hara, M.A. Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Officer Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Department CP21-0935-23

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Teens can enjoy Facebook Live events and Zoom meetings online, with interactive activities, games, classes and conversations designed especially for teens – with add-on content to promote health and wellness. RSVP and prerequisites required; contact Carl McCullough at 619-961-0159 or carl.mccullough@sdcounty. ca.gov for more info.

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ARTICLE CONTINUATION Letter: continued from page 2

Dear District Attorney Stephan, In a public statement released on June 1, 2020 you wrote, “those of us who are leaders in the law enforcement community have the profound duty and responsibility to use our power to dismantle generations of inequity and to, with courage, continue to build systems of justice that represent a new way forward.” The undersigned local residents and organizations from all corners of San Diego County write to insist that you are true to your word and request a number of changes from your office to increase fairness, transparency, and accountability, which we believe are cornerstones of “a new way forward.”

Please understand that we have been thorough and thoughtful in developing these calls for your swift and courageous action.

Beginning in September, 2020, we have spent a Friday afternoon each month meeting with Community Prosecutor Cheryl SueingJones and Chief Deputy District Attorney Dwain Woodley to discuss a wide range of topics related to criminal justice reform, racial equity and social justice in San Diego. During these meetings, Prosecutor Sueing-Jones and Chief Woodley shared their experiences as longtime prosecutors, explained policies and practices of the DA’s Office, and listened to our perspectives as concerned citizens of San Diego.

The justice we seek is greater than any one individual can deliver; dismantling generations of inequity and injustice is necessarily a collective project. However, we elected you to a position of great power, and we are asking now for your compassionate and ethical leadership. We acknowledge recent moves you have taken to lift all gang injunctions in San Diego county. To advance this agenda and truly “build systems of justice that represent a new way forward,” we call for your office to do more.

We ask that your office take further action to: 1. Hold law enforcement accountable, including police, sheriffs and prosecutors; 2. End cash bail and seek pretrial release; 3. End the use of gang enhancements and other forms of punitive sentencing that disproportionately impact communities of color; and 4. Increase use of diversion programs and other means

of decarceration.

Summary of Actions Called for by Our Communities On the Subject of Law Enforcement Accountability 1.1 The District Attorney should publicly pledge to refuse campaign donations and endorsements from all law enforcement groups.

1.2 The DA’s Office should refuse to bring charges if an arrest is determined to be unlawful.

1.3 The DA’s Office should refuse to prosecute possession of contraband cases when the contraband was collected as a result of an infraction-related stop.

1.7 The DA’s Office should investigate all referrals for criminal charges forwarded from the Independent Commission on Police Practices and CLERB. 1.8 The DA’s Office should take legal action against law enforcement agencies who fail to meet the transparency requirements of AB 748 and SB 1421.

1.9 The DA’s Office should review body-worn camera footage prior to filing any charge of resisting arrest or assaulting an officer.

1.10 The DA’s Office should refuse to charge cases that rely solely on reports from officers with prior serious misconduct, and amend the Brady List Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the DA's Office and local law enforcement.

1.11 The DA’s Office should widen its definition of victims to include victims of police violence and their families, and to provide these victims with the same services.

1.13 The DA’s Office should track and investigate allegations of misconduct by prosecutors, and establish internal disciplinary actions.

On the Subject of Ending Cash Bail 2.2 The DA’s Office should replace cash bail with a system of pretrial release that is unbiased, fair and transparent to the public.

2.3 The DA’s Office should conduct an analysis on the direct and indirect impacts of cash bail in San Diego, and share results with the public.

On the Subject of Ending Gang Enhancements (and other forms of punitive sentencing that disproportionately impact communities of color) 3.1 The DA’s Office should end the use of gang enhancements.

3.3 The DA’s Office should

pursue probation for any charge that is probation eligible and decline to pursue anything higher than the minimum sentence for any charge not probation eligible.

On the Subject of Increased Use of Diversion Programs 4.1 The DA’s Office should institute equitable non-prosecution policies, including non-prosecution of victimless crimes that the police have historically used to target people of color (e.g., marijuana prosecutions in the past).

4.3 The DA’s Office should implement a program of juvenile justice similar to the program outlined by DA Gascon which refuses to prosecute juveniles as adults.

Detailed List of Actions Called for by Our Communities Law Enforcement Accountability 1.2 DAs can bring charges against the law enforcement for misconduct and the abuse of power. Furthermore, after an arrest, the DA has the power to decide whether or not to bring criminal charges.

We ask for the DA’s Office to implement a policy which outlines a procedure for all prosecutors to, prior to filing charges, investigate whether an arrest is lawful and refuse to bring charges if the arrest is determined to be unlawful as defined by laws governing arrests, such as PC 836, PC 148 and PC 236. We ask for this policy to be made public.

1.3 We ask for the DA’s Office to refuse to prosecute possession of contraband cases when the contraband was collected as a result of an infraction-related stop, when there is no other suspicion of criminal activity, even if the individual consented to the search.

Deviation from this policy should require a written request and approval only by the DA or a division chief.

1.4 We ask for the DA’s Office to set up a data collection tool to track and look for biases in arrests. We ask the DA’s Office to refuse to bring charges if they find biases against a specific group.

1.7 San Diego recently voted to establish The Independent Commission on Police Practices, but it is unclear how the Commission and the DA’s Office will work together. Regardless, when someone makes a complaint about excessive use of force or police misconduct, we ask that the DA’s Office commit to accepting and fully investigating all referrals for criminal charges forwarded to the DA’s Office from the Independent Commission.

1.8 AB 748 requires the release of police body-worn camera footage within 45 days of a use of force incident. We ask for the DA’s Office to enforce AB 748 and SB 1421 and, on behalf of the public, take legal action against law enforcement agencies who fail to meet these obligations of the law.

1.9 We ask for the DA’s Office to create a policy requiring review of bodyworn camera footage prior to filing any charge of resisting arrest or assaulting an officer. If no body camera footage exists, witness accounts should be required.

1.10 We ask for the DA to refuse to charge cases that rely solely on reports from officers with prior serious misconduct.

Furthermore, we understand that a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the DA's Office and local law enforcement currently discourages public access to the Brady list.

We ask that the DA's Office proactively amend the MOU to better represent the public's best interest - full transparency.

1.11 We ask for the DA’s Office to widen its definition of victims to include those who have suffered sex-related crimes, great bodily harm, or death at the hands of police. We ask for the DA’s Office to provide these victims and their families with the same services available to other victims.

1.12 We ask the DA’s Office to institute an external prosecutorial oversight commission responsible for investigating claims of misconduct, and sanctioning prosecutors when necessary, while still recognizing prosecutorial autonomy (Caldwell 2014; pp. 98, section VIII).

End cash bail 2.1 We ask for the DA’s Office to end the use of cash bail and to seek pretrial release regardless of charge, except when the facts are clear and convincing evidence shows a substantial likelihood that the defendant’s release would result in great bodily harm to others or the defendant’s flight.

2.2 We ask for the DA’s Office to replace cash bail with a system of pretrial release that is unbiased, fair and transparent to the public. We ask for your office to immediately include community stakeholders in the development of the risk assessment tool. Also, we ask that adequate data be collected and shared with the public to regularly review the risk assessment tool, especially for racial and social biases, and, based on this regular review, improve

TODAY IN

BLACK HISTORY 1862 ROBERT SMALLS STEALS A CONFEDERATE SHIP After the White crewmembers of Confederate supply ship Planter went ashore, Robert Smalls led slaves aboard to a nearby port.

There they picked up other escaped slaves, then continued past Confederate checkpoints to Union lines. The daring escape changed Lincoln’s stance on Black soldiers. After the war, Smalls became a Reconstruction politician, serving five terms in the U.S. House of Representatives.

the tool as necessary to ensure fairness and a commitment to decarceration.

2.3 We ask for the DA’s Office to conduct an analysis on the direct and indirect impacts of cash bail in San Diego, and share results with the public.

End gang enhancements and other forms of punitive sentencing that disproportionately impact communities of color 3.2 We ask for the DA’s Office to surrender its tools of punitive sentencing, specifically the combination of minimum sentences and piling of charges, and commit to public safety through decarceration and rehabilitation.

3.3 We ask that the DA’s Office pursue probation for any charge that is probation eligible and decline to pursue anything higher than the minimum sentence for any charge not probation eligible, with exceptions for limited circumstances.

Concluding Remarks

• Expanded innovative county wide diversion programs for adults and youth • Proactively removed marijuana convictions from an individual’s record • Enacted bail reform based on risk not wealth • Worked to interrupt the ‘school to prison pipeline’ by reforming the Juvenile

ADDRESSED MENTAL HEALTH AND HOMELESSNESS IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM

• Created a Blueprint for Mental Health Reform that addresses the intersection of homelessness, mental health and criminal justice • Initiated Mobile Crisis

About the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office The San Diego County DA’s Office prosecutes all felony

Change Begins With Me Indivisible Shaphat Outreach Activist San Diego We Stand United San Diego South Bay People Power Generation Justice Gente Unida Caravan for Justice SD Imperial Beach People's Alliance SWEL San Diego All Black Org (ABO)

United Against Police Terror

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crimes in the county and misdemeanor crimes committed outside the City of San Diego. The office files about 40,000 criminal cases a year and balances prosecution with numerous crime prevention programs.

District Attorney Summer Stephan leads the office of more than 1,000 dedicated employees who pursue fair and equal justice, and support victims daily across San Diego County.

Organizations Rise Up San Diego

While the institutional and

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Response Teams that respond to people in mental health crisis instead of police • Funded de-escalation training for every police department to better protect the lives of community members and officers

interpersonal limitations for these changes may be numerous, we have seen DA’s offices around the nation respond to the call for justice and equality with swift and appropriate action. Let San Diego match, if not exceed the community’s expectations for criminal justice reform, racial equality and social justice in our city.

The Peace Watchers

Effects: Justice System • Launched new Unit committed to undoing unduly harsh prison sentences.

DEATH OF ARTIST ELTON FAX Elton Fax taught art at Claflin College before joining the Federal Works Progress Administration as a teacher. He became a freelancer in 1940, often travelling to Africa and giving “chalk talks” on the American Civil Rights struggle. Fax illustrated numerous books and magazines and wrote articles and books. Black newspapers ran his comic strip, Susabelle. He is remembered for his Coretta Scott King Awarded Seventeen Black Artists.

We anticipate our calls for courageous action are met with clarity for this historical moment. In the name of justice and equality, we humbly urge your office to take immediate action to hold law enforcement accountable; to end cash bail and seek pretrial release; to end the use of gang enhancements and other forms of punitive sentencing; and to increase use of diversion programs and other means of decarceration.

Report: WORKED TO CORRECT INEQUITIES IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM

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Women also have to deal with another concern as it relates to the contraction of COVID-19. Women with COVID-19 often report changes to their menstrual cycles. It has been reported that women experience less severe symptomology when they are menstruating.

Moreover, some indicate that the duration of their periods are shorter than normal.

San Diego Original Black Panther Party Black & Brown Pacific Beach Chula Vista Partners in Courage Escondido Young Democrats Indivisible San Diego Persist Committed to Building a Fair-Democracy (CBFD) We the People Escondido

According to physicians and scientists interviewed by MedPage Today, Obstetrics and gynecology specialists observed that pregnant patients seemed not to experience an increased risk of severe outcomes from being infected by the virus when compared to other viral infections. They also noted that the number of pregnant patients in ICU was no greater than individuals who were not pregnant in the ICU when matched by age.

This article originally appeared in Rolling Out.