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In April, under directives from President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), California experienced the loss of over 5,600 AmeriCorps public service members alongside a staggering $60 million cut in funding. AmeriCorps volunteers play a pivotal role in enhancing community wel...
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Texas state Democratic lawmakers are poised for confrontation with Governor Greg Abbott after they departed to Illinois, seeking to thwart Republicans and Donald Trump’s efforts to gerrymander the state’s congressional districting, which could provide Republicans with an additional five seats in the...
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Paula Deen’s culinary empire symbolized the zenith of Southern comfort food, her warm persona rendering her a familiar figure across the United States. However, the recent closure of two of her iconic restaurants has ignited intense reactions, prompting fans to revisit troubling allegations of explo...
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Sophie Cunningham has recently claimed that Black WNBA players exhibit racism, as the mid-Indiana Fever player continues to propagate narratives that Caitlin Clark refrains from engaging with. In the past two seasons, the WNBA's popularity has surged, significantly marked by increased viewership a...
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Central Library proudly presents its annual small business series of free, in-person workshops plus a dedicated legal clinic tailored specifically for both established business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. This year’s series promises to be more comprehensive than ever. The series includes...
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What initially began five years ago as an initiative to celebrate Black history has blossomed into a much-anticipated annual affair, welcoming nearly 8,000 participants. The Black Cowboys Parade and Festival, which took place on July 27, was envisioned by Black Expo Events founder, Rick Warren, to...
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Last week, Elon Musk attempted to present a historical narrative about slavery on his platform, X, but his assertions sparked significant backlash. The billionaire proclaimed that slavery was commonplace until largely abolished by Anglo-American forces in the 19th and 20th centuries, acknowledging B...
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Queer, Black, and a woman—Jhy Coulter refers to this identity as “The Trifecta.” While the world often views this intersection as complex and isolating, for Coulter, it shapes her very essence and business foundation. This vibrancy permeates her restaurant, Orange by Devoured, located in Kansas City...
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The Florin Square Community Development Corp. hosted its fifth annual small business success summit on July 26, providing a platform for entrepreneurs to network and explore untapped resources. Executive Director Aaron Boyce emphasized the initiative’s aim to foster connections, particularly among...
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The Shadow Lounge, situated at the intersection of S. Highland Avenue and Baum Boulevard, was established by Justin Strong, a University of Pittsburgh student, who unveiled the venue on June 24, 2000. In a 2024 interview with the New Pittsburgh Courier, Strong expressed, “I’ve always been ‘different...
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President Donald Trump reprimands yet another journalist for pressing him about his ties to convicted child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. The Epstein controversy surrounding Trump continues to linger as frustration mounts within the MAGA community over his failure to disclose the Epstein files, de...
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Donald Trump embodies numerous contradictions. Recently, he released previously sealed FBI documents concerning Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It’s reasonable to assume Trump’s intention is to tarnish Dr. King’s legacy, but his authority cannot accomplish that. The King Center issued a statement emphasi...
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Barron Trump, the youngest offspring of President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, has significantly reduced his public engagements, stepping back from his role as the “first son.” He notably last appeared alongside his father during the inauguration of Trump's second term in January 2025,...
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Envision a global arena strewn with the debris of misguided agreements, fractured economies, and escalating strife. Enter Donald J. Trump, the ambivalent titan, poised to redefine the narrative. With a swift stroke of his pen and a confident grin, he’s transformed America’s economic strategy into a...
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The National African American Child and Family Research Center (NAACFRC) at Morehouse School of Medicine aims to establish national leadership and excellence in community-focused research to enhance services for African American children and families, particularly those associated with the Administr...