by Toter - 1 month ago
The California Governor’s Office is contesting the results of a July 2025 analysis released by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). The report claims that California's 2024 hike in the minimum wage for fast food employees to $20 has led to a loss of 18,000 jobs. Tara Gallegos, deputy dir...
by Toter - 1 month ago
According to a recent Economist/YouGov survey, only 31 percent of Americans view Donald Trump as “honest and trustworthy,” marking the lowest level since he began his second term. Meanwhile, 53 percent assert that the president lacks honesty, with others remaining indecisive. The poll further reveal...
by Toter - 1 month ago
In a time when discussions about “authoritarianism” and “fascism” are prominent, it becomes essential to analyze how defenders of human rights and social justice organizations can tackle the challenges posed by American supremacy and systemic racism. Aswad Walker from the Houston Defender Network em...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Almost two decades after Hurricane Katrina ravaged New Orleans, a new docuseries delves into the storm's impact through the voices of those who experienced it firsthand. "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time," directed by Oscar-nominated Traci A. Curry and executive produced by Ryan Coogler, offers...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Jennifer Lopez continues to captivate audiences and stir discussions, showcasing her enduring presence in the entertainment sphere at 56. Recently, she ignited a buzz on Instagram with striking mirror selfies featuring a daring outfit: sheer lace tights, a sleek black turtleneck unitard, soaring sti...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Fred Redmond, the most prominent African American figure in the history of the U.S. labor movement, is raising concerns about what he describes as a comprehensive attack on Black workers during President Donald Trump’s second term. In an interview with Black Press USA, Redmond emphasized the alarmin...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Texas State Representative Jolanda Jones has made it clear she will not yield until Republican legislators cease what she refers to as an overt campaign to undermine voting rights for Black and Brown communities. “We’re all secure, and we’re not backing down,” Jones asserted in an interview on the L...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Housing advocates assert that assaults on equitable housing represent a critical civil rights crisis. Coverage by Charlene Crowell reveals that, despite the Fair Housing Act (FHA) enacted in 1968, discriminatory practices in housing remain pervasive across the United States. The number of complaints...
by Toter - 1 month ago
A revolutionary cancer vaccine aimed at energizing the immune system to address a prevalent mutation linked to cancer has shown encouraging initial results in patients with pancreatic and colorectal cancers, both known for their challenging nature. This pioneering research involved specialists at UC...
by Toter - 1 month ago
The Trump administration has intensified its control over the Smithsonian Institution, allegedly to advance a narrative that many historians and civil rights advocates contend is rooted in racism and political oppression. Under the banner “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,” Trump issue...
by Toter - 1 month ago
The Texas for All Coalition, alongside national affiliates and state organizations, has declared a National Day of Action. Scheduled for Saturday, August 16th, these marches aim to oppose Donald Trump’s federal overreach not merely in Washington D.C. but across the nation as well. Coverage is expect...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Janna Rodriguez stands as the visionary founder and owner of Innovative Daycare Corp, located in Freeport, NY. Within this establishment, she has cultivated a nurturing, bilingual, and inclusive atmosphere that caters to children of diverse abilities. Janna spearheads advocacy initiatives through nu...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Carmilla, affectionately known as Candy Bradshaw, hails from San Diego, California, and is set to inaugurate her tenure as the 36th president of the esteemed South Dallas Business and Professional Women’s Club, Inc. Her initial event, the President’s Retreat, is slated for August 16, 2025. As the si...
by Toter - 1 month ago
They have vanished. In an instant, they slipped away into the darkness at 2:17 a.m. Seventeen children from a third-grade classroom vanished without a trace. What on earth… This intriguing concept serves as the foundation for writer and director Zach Cregger’s poignant horror/thriller. He intricatel...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Dr. Danielle Spencer-David, acclaimed for her role as Dee Thomas in the beloved 1970s sitcom What’s Happening!!, passed away this Tuesday in Richmond following a courageous year-long struggle with breast cancer. Renowned for her dynamic performances, she captured the hearts of audiences alongside fe...