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Jesus M. Arias

Jesus M. Arias

Jesus M. Arias is the founder and current Editor In Chief of The Arias Journal which was established in 2020 during the Pandemic to provide vital information to its readers and continues to do so.

📍 Los Angeles

Holiday Break: The Journal Will Return Soon

Dear Readers, As the holiday season approaches, I want to take this opportunity to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support of The Arias Journal. Over the past two years, your engagement with our work has been the driving force behind everything we do. When I first began this

Biden’s Final Chapter: A Push for Lasting Impact Amid Transition

As Donald Trump’s potential electoral victory becomes clearer, the Biden administration enters its final phase with a narrowing window to accomplish critical goals before the power transfer. A Trump win might spare the United States prolonged legal battles. Still, the months leading up to January are set to bring

San Bernardino’s Green Leap: Waste-to-Energy

In a progressive move to address climate change, California has implemented ambitious policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. One such policy, Senate Bill 1383 (SB 1383), signed into law in September 2016, targets the reduction of methane and other short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs). A key component of this strategy

New Episode from The Arias Journal Podcast

Intro Are you ready to dive into pressing and thought-provoking issues? In The Arias Journal Podcast's newest episode, titled War, Wisdom, and Wi-Fi, I engage in a conversation with Maximiliano De la Paz that blends personal insight, technological intrigue, and social reflection. Set to premiere on Nov. 5

San Bernardino District Attorney Charges Man with Multiple Arson Counts in Devastating Line Fire

Overview of the Incident On Thursday, September 12, 2024, the San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office announced multiple arson charges against 34-year-old Justin Wayne Halstenberg of Norco. Halstenberg is accused of intentionally starting the Line Fire, a devastating blaze that originated in the City of Highland on September 5.

The Espionage Act: A Threat to Press Freedom

A Historic Charge As summer unfolds, the media landscape is abuzz with a striking image on every major news outlet: a journalist surrounded by a phalanx of black suits, being escorted across a brick plaza to a federal courthouse in Alexandria, Virginia. This moment is historic—the journalist in question

San Bernardino District Attorney Jason Anderson Defends Measure L and Calls for a Raise

A Response to Recent Criticism of Measure L San Bernardino County District Attorney Jason Anderson recently published a commentary defending Measure L, a proposed measure that would secure consistent public safety funding and adjust the salaries of the county’s district attorney and sheriff. Responding to recent editorials opposing Measure

California Attorney General Under Scrutiny

It was a vision designed to bring much-needed renewable energy and union jobs to West Oakland, a region burdened by air pollution and economic struggles. The pitch, centered around the construction of a biodiesel plant that would transform grease and vegetable oils into renewable fuel, captured the attention of then-Assembly

Voting Made Easy: How to Cast Your Ballot

As we approach the 2024 general election, it’s crucial for every resident of San Bernardino County to ensure that their voice is heard. With various options available for casting your ballot, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know about registering and voting in our community.

Los Angeles Times Editor Resigns

The Resignation of Mariel Garza and Its Aftermath In a surprising shakeup, Mariel Garza, head of the Los Angeles Times editorial department, resigned following the paper’s decision not to endorse a candidate in the 2024 presidential race. The move, which Garza called “perplexing to readers, and possibly suspicious,” follows