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California awards Asian American Media Inc $160,000

Both grants originate from the California State Library and will fund work on lost neighborhoods and Stop the Hate.

CA Bill That Would Force Big Tech to Pay for Journalism Shelved, For Now

AB 886 requires online platforms to pay news organizations a ā€œjournalism usage fee.ā€ The bill would be a game changer for the state's media sector.
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Growing Main Street America, One Small Business at a Time

This briefing explores the challenges of accessing funding to start up and expand a small business. Such challenges are especially acute for women and marginalized communities.

Historic! Dilawar Syed Sworn In as Deputy Administrator of Small Business Administration

Following a long and partisan battle, Dilawar Syed was sworn in July 10 as deputy administrator of the Small Business Administration.
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Living with Extreme Heat — The Most Dangerous Climate Threat

The first of three statewide briefings tracking the onset of extreme heat in CA, and what state and local agencies, including CBOs, are doing to help people and localities adapt.

Breaking the Chains of Fear: Empowering Muslim and Arab Americans to Speak Up and Report Hate Crimes

A new resource in California is aiming to make it easier for communities to report incidents of hate, easing fears that often prevent victims from coming forward.
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Litigators for Affirmative Action Reflect on Next Steps

EMS invited litigators who argued on behalf of affirmative action before the Supreme Court to reflect on the court's ruling, its broader impact and possible next steps.

Who Qualifies for Reparations in California?

Not all Black Californians will receive monetary reparations, but nearly all will be eligible for other benefits.

911 Must Be More Responsive to Mental Health Crises

The 911 Emergency system needs a major revamp, with data-driven solutions for responding to people experiencing a mental health crisis.

Stamp Honoring Late Rep. John Lewis Unveiled in Official Ceremony at Capitol Hill

The stamp honors the iconic congressman, who many have termed the 'conscience of Congress.'

Juneteenth 2023: California Celebrates Black Freedom

For many Americans, Juneteenth lingered in obscurity until activists and historians led grassroots movements to bring greater visibility to the historic date.

Pregnant Korean Woman and Unborn Baby Killed in Seattle Shooting

By RANDALL/AsAmNews A pregnant mother and her unborn child both died in what police suspect is a random shooting in Seattle, reports Fox13. The suspect has been...

New York Neighborhood Turns on Its Street Vendors

Private security officers have been deputized as "Peace Officers" and are allowed to issue city fines to local vendors.
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How SCOTUS Alabama Decision Impacts Voting Rights

Our panel includes legal experts and activists in the voting rights arena for voters of color and the main plaintiff in the Milligan case, who analyze the rippling effects of this critical decision in the future of voting rights.

The Pain Continues for Children Separated From Their Families at the Border

An estimated 3,800 to 5,500 children were separated from the families at the US-Mexico border under former President Trump. Hundreds remain unaccounted for.

Most Asians Support Affirmative Action, But Not in College

A survey of 7,000 Asian adults found a majority think affirmative action is a good thing but that race should not be used for admission into a university.

Black News Publishers Watchful of Legislative Process as Online News Payment Bill Advances

AB 886, called the California Journalism Preservation Act, would mandate that social media platforms pay a ā€œjournalism usage feeā€ to news organizations for sharing their content.
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Can Communities Heal from Hate?

The question takes on new urgency as hate crimes increase between racial and ethnic groups and often within the same racial groups. Speakers share their research as well as lived experiences.

San Gabriel Valley Honors Community Members Taking Action Against Hate

The ceremony, part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, emphasized the need for greater solidarity and interaction across all ethnic groups to combat hate.

Identifying Lasting COVID-19 Misinformation Within Fil-Am Community

Asian Journal | By sharing the responsibility of identifying and stopping the spread of misleading content, we can collectively fashion an online ecosystem that perpetuates an honest and inclusive view of the world.

Fil-Ams Continue To Have Low Vaccination Rates Among Asian Groups In LA County

Asian Journal | Despite having arguably the highest number of health workers, Filipino Americans rank below other Asian populations in terms of vaccination rates.

New Laws Force Transgender Youth to Flee Red States

Several U.S. states pass laws in a strong push to clip the wings of transgender youth and their families.

How Arab Americans Will Vote in 2024

A poll of Arab American voters shows a liberal bent within the community, with a majority citing deepening political divides as a major concern.
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Making Sense of the Debt Ceiling Crisis: Winners and Losers

The world and the U.S. economy are on the line if this country defaults on its debts. Will the resulting budget cuts and spending caps help or hurt the economy? Much more.

The Mouse That Roared – Census Director Rob Santos Meets with Houston Ethnic Media

US Census Bureau Director Rob Santos met with ethnic media in Houston to share how the agency is working to better track the nation's growing diversity.

Black Yogis Share Their Personal Journeys Toward Self, Community Empowerment

Yoga is a multi-billion dollar global industry yet for many Black and brown communities it remains inaccessible. These yogis are working to change that.
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What Happens if the US Supreme Court Bans Affirmative Action?

Experts from civil rights and college access organizations explain the impact of the impending legal ruling and discuss alternatives to achieving diversity.

Lawmakers in Northern California Push GOP’s Anti-Trans, Anti-LGBTQ Agenda

Rep. Doug LaMalfa – who represents much of interior Northern California – has long pushed bills to limit funding for, and criminalize, gender reassignment surgery.

New Scams Targeting Immigrants Emerge as Title 42 Ends

Scammers are promising falsely to obtain green cards and special access for new immigrants, says the FTC, warning of new scams.

Black Entrepreneurs and Educators Should Oppose TikTok Ban

A ban on TikTok would harm the many Black entrepreneurs who rely on the platform to generate revenue and expand their businesses.

One Year After Georgia Hyundai ICE Raid, Community Fear Persists

One year after ICE raided Hyundai-LG’s Georgia battery plant, fear amid renewed ICE activity still grips the community.
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The Latino Vote: Profiling America’s Changing Electorate – 2026 Midterms

Latino voters are emerging as a key swing bloc ahead of the 2026 midterms, reshaping America’s electorate as economic concerns, immigration enforcement, and political uncertainty drive shifting allegiances nationwide.

Sikh Truckers Continue to Face Harassment, Hate on the Road

For Sikh truck drivers, the challenges of the job — long hours and isolation — are compounded by rising discrimination and physical attacks.

After Sentencing, Golden Gate Bridge Protestors Vow to Continue Fighting for a ‘Free Palestine’

Seven pro-Palestine activists were sentenced to 30 days in jail and six months probation for their roles in the 2024 shutdown of the Golden Gate Bridge.Ā