Monthly Archives: September 2025

For decades, Cuba has treated healthcare as a basic human right. International donations are a key support for this system. They remind us that health is a global good, something that should never be held hostage to geopolitics or sanctions.

Jimmie Wilson's love for fitness, family, and community as a Bay View youth inspired him to open a gym, Physique Magnifique, in South City of San Mateo County, with his wife Futaba Takashima.

You are invited to celebrate Dr. Willie Ratcliff's 93rd birthday - then stay for a brainstorming session on how we can keep the SF Bay View newspaper alive and kicking! It's this Wednesday, Sept. 24, 6-8 p.m., at the Ruth Williams Opera House, 4705 3rd St., San Francisco. Your ideas are needed.

“This is very serious. Please do not consider Prologis!" Rachelle Holmes told the SF Planning Commission. On Sept. 25, the Commission may vote on whether to grant a Special Use District that allows this project to bypass key environmental protections.

On Friday, Aug. 13, in Menlo Park, Belle Haven Action hosted Prince Dean, founder of Nubian Sharks. The youth-centered swim and aquatics program, Nubian Sharks, is a San Francisco-based organization. They promote water safety, health equity and cultural pride through accessible swim instructions and aquatic wellness for Black youth and families.

By celebrating independent and underrepresented filmmakers worldwide, OIFF not only uplifts diverse voices but also strengthens Oakland’s reputation as a destination for the arts, tourism and innovation.

Since January 2025, at least 280 military cargo shipments have left the Oakland airport destined for Israel to continuously drop bombs on the people of Gaza.

“Gone are the days we looked to other people to take care of us,” said Kenisha Roach. “We need the community to buy back into itself. It’s unity or death.”

Born and raised in Bayview-Hunters Point, a predominantly African American community rich with culture and resilience, Terri J. Vaughn's journey is a testament to divine faith, family love, and community pride.

With little more than determination and hope, they raised families, built churches and created communities.