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Millions lose SNAP benefits as historic cuts reshape America’s food safety net
More than three million Americans have already lost SNAP assistance after sweeping federal cuts, raising concerns about hunger, public health, and economic instability nationwide. For millions of Americans, the grocery store has become another battleground. Families already navigating inflation, rising rents, and unstable employment are now facing a new shock: the loss of federal…
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Matt Mahan, the millennial candidate seeking to transform California
In a recent interview organized by American Community Media, Matt Mahan, current mayor of San Jose and candidate for governor of California, presented his political proposal focused on accountability, technological innovation, and an ideology far removed from extremes. Mahan, who emphasizes that he is the only millennial candidate in the race, proposes bringing his…
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Laughter in Dark Times: Comedians Defend Humor as an Antidote to Crisis
The conference organized by American Community Media (ACoM) last Friday brought together three comedians who reflected on the role of humor in times of political and social crisis, and on laughter as a tool to challenge power, connect communities, and better understand reality. In a global context marked by conflict, political polarization, and constant…
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French-American Charter to Relocate to Former Santa Rosa Middle School Campus
The bilingual school will move its 470 students to the former Santa Rosa Middle School campus, a larger site that will allow for expanded academic programs and upgraded safety facilities Santa Rosa French-American Charter School has confirmed it will relocate to the shuttered Santa Rosa Middle School campus, a 10-acre site that offers more…
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Cotati Accordion Festival 2025: August 16th–17th at La Plaza Park
Two days of live performances, workshops, food, and international talent will fill Cotati’s Plaza Park in one of the premier accordion events in the United States. For more information and tickets, visit www.cotatifest.com. The Cotati Accordion Festival returns in 2025 for a weekend celebrating music, culture, and community. The event will take place on…
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Safari West Welcomes Ozzy, a Baby Rhino Named in Honor of Ozzy Osbourne
The birth coincided with the death of the heavy metal icon and Black Sabbath frontman. The park celebrates the event as a symbol of hope for species conservation.Safari West, the wildlife preserve located in Santa Rosa, joyfully announced the arrival of a new member of its animal family: a southern white rhinoceros calf, born…
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Aviso de audiencia pública para recibir comentarios sobre los cambios propuestos a las rutas de los autobuses de Golden Gate Transit, según lo identificado en el Plan de Servicio de Tránsito Coordinado Marin-Sonoma (MASCOTS)
COORDINADO MARIN-SONOMA (MASCOTS) POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que el Distrito del Puente Golden Gate, Carreteras y Transporte (Distrito) celebrará una Audiencia Pública para recibir comentarios del público, de la siguiente manera: Jueves, 21 de agosto de 2025, a las 9:00 a. m. Sala de Juntas, Edificio de Administración, Plaza de Peaje del Puente…
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ICE Arrests Person Outside Closed Store in Santa Rosa, Local Group Reports
The arrest took place outside a closed store. Local organizations warn of an increase in immigration enforcement operations in Sonoma County. A person was arrested on the morning of Monday, July 28 by agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) outside a shopping center in Santa Rosa, according to the North Bay Rapid…
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Senator Alex Padilla Denounces Escalating Repression Under Trump Administration
In a conference organized by American Community Media, Senator Alex Padilla addressed issues such as ICE raids, cuts to the public healthcare system, and repression against journalists and migrants. He also commented on the recently introduced Visible Act. A few weeks ago, California Senator Alex Padilla made headlines after being forcibly removed from a…
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One Big Beatiful Bill: La nueva ley presupuestaria de Trump marca un retroceso en salud, migración y medio ambiente
El proyecto “One Big Beautiful Bill” inyecta más fondos para el control migratorio y reduce inversiones en salud, energía limpia y programas sociales. Expertos alertan sobre sus efectos a largo plazo. Los últimos meses siguen siendo de incertidumbre para la política de Estados Unidos. En medio de las celebraciones por el Día de la…
