Author Archives: Breanna Reeves

Breanna Reeves is a health reporter/ assistant editor for Black Voice News/IE Voice where she uses data-driven reporting to cover issues that affect the lives of Black Californians. Breanna joined Black Voice News as a Report for America Corps member in 2021. In 2022, Breanna was selected as a fellow for USC’s Center for Health Journalism California Fellowship. In 2024, Breanna participated as an editor for USC’s Center for Health Journalism Ethnic Media Health Reporting Collaborative. She has also won several awards for her health reporting.

The 2026-27 proposed budget submitted a reduction of $86 million in General Funds to conform the IHSS Residual Program with the timing of Medi-Cal coverage, beginning in 2026-27. The budget also proposed a reduction of $3.5 million in General Funds to eliminate the IHSS Backup Provider System, beginning in 2026-27, and a reduction of $233.6 million in General Funds to remove the state’s share of cost for IHSS hours per case growth, beginning in 2027‑28.

Local Leaders Weigh in on Governor’s Proposed 2026-27 Budget

by Breanna Reeves January 20, 2026January 20, 2026

Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2026-27 budget includes a $2.9 billion budget shortfall, with increased revenue from AI and a strong stock market, but no new state funds for affordable housing and reductions to the IHSS program.

President Donald Trump has unleashed ICE agents, border patrol officers and National Guard troops in cities across the nation. These officers are grabbing people off the streets and/or kicking down doors to homes and also arresting people outside courtrooms before secreting them away to locations within and outside the country without Due Process. Citizens in these communities are not only being harassed, some are being harmed physically and in some instances, killed by these officers who V.P. JD Vance says have “absolute immunity”

California Lawmakers Introduce Bills to Hold ICE Agents Accountable

by Breanna Reeves January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

In December 2025, President Trump directed the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to review the U.S. child vaccine schedule. As a result, of the 18 vaccinations listed on the CDC’s Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule, just 11 vaccines are now recommended.

Updated CDC Vaccine Guidelines: Fewer Vaccines Recommended for Most Children

by Breanna Reeves January 13, 2026January 13, 2026

Last December, the Affordable Care Act tax credits expired after House Speaker Mike Johnson delayed the vote until the new year. Now, the legislation is back on the table and awaiting Senate approval.

Legislation to Extend ACA Subsidies Clears House, Heads to Senate

by Breanna Reeves January 11, 2026January 11, 2026

The African American Health Equity Collaborative is working to build health equity for the African American communities of the Inland Region through community partnerships and collaboration.

African American Health Equity Collaborative Makes Strides in Building Health Equity for African American Communities

by Breanna Reeves December 23, 2025December 23, 2025

Redlands School Board Restricts Access to Toni Morrison Novel, Removes ‘Push’ by Sapphire

by Breanna Reeves December 11, 2025December 11, 2025

BlackLash 2025: Amid Proposed Funding Cuts, ‘Time For Change’, San Bernardino Housing Nonprofit Persists

by Breanna Reeves December 2, 2025January 6, 2026

Covered California reported that without the tax credits, low-income Californians would be hit hardest as individuals making less than $62,600 will see premiums rise from $97 to $182 per month. Older Californians aged 55 to 64 would see monthly premiums climb from $186 to $365.

Covered California Premiums Set to Increase as Tax Credits Face Expiration

by Breanna Reeves October 28, 2025December 22, 2025

Under AB 1264, recently signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom, CA became the first state in the nation to ban ultra-processed foods in schools. Ultra-processed foods are defined in the state as any food or beverage that contains thickeners and flavor enhancers, high amounts of saturated fat, sodium, or added sugar, or a nonnutritive sweetener.

California First to Ban Ultra-processed Foods in Schools

by Breanna Reeves October 14, 2025January 7, 2026