by Toter - 3 weeks ago
California faces a dire housing crisis, with only 17% able to afford a median-priced home. To address this, Assemblymember Buffy Wicks and Sen. Christopher Cabaldon introduced a $10 billion bond for affordable housing on the 2026 ballot. This aims to create 35,000 homes and assist low-income familie...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Local filmmaker Airicc Qualls is making waves alongside icons like Spike Lee and Ryan Coogler. His films, showcased at festivals and online, highlight diverse stories. Co-founding AK Film Group, Qualls creates experimental micro shorts, gaining acclaim in Sacramento and the Bay Area. Featured in The...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Local filmmaker Airric Qualls, potentially joining icons like Spike Lee, shines with his work featured in festivals and Cine Soul. Co-founding AK Film Group, Qualls creates experimental shorts, gaining Sacramento and Bay Area support. His Sundance visit marked a milestone, propelling his career aggr...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
President Trump exaggerated claims in his Congress address, distorting facts on fraud, immigration, Ukraine aid, economy, and more. DOGE's reported savings were misrepresented, and Social Security fraud figures were inflated. He also overstated U.S. aid to Ukraine and misled on autism rates and powe...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
By Denim Fisher | Word In Black (WIB) — As Trump dismantles DEI policies, Spelman College's Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation Center, founded by Dr. Cynthia Spence, confronts systemic racism. Spence calls for "co-conspirators" beyond allies, urging collective action for justice. "Racial heal...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
ESPN will cancel "Around the Horn" after 23 years, with its final episode airing May 23. Tony Reali, host since 2004, and notable panelists shaped its legacy. ESPN plans scheduling changes, introducing a 30-minute SportsCenter. The network reorganizes, cutting shows and contracts, amid its direct-to...
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Angela Hart | KFF Health News | Word In BlackALTADENA (KFF) — As flames consumed a nearby canyon, residents of a sober-living home evacuated to a vacant building. Displaced by the Eaton Fire, they face uncertainty, recalling past struggles. The nonprofit seeks permanent housing, highlighting the ong...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Dorien Paul Blythers highlights Huey Newton's timeless vision for unity beyond political convenience. Amidst leadership voids and intra-party conflicts, a coalition of marginalized groups could transform the Democratic Party. By embracing shared survival, today's landscape offers a chance to forge r...
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By Marielle Argueza | New York Amsterdam News | Word In Black Charity once defined social norms, with wealthy benefactors like JD Rockefeller and JP Morgan aiding institutions. However, marginalized communities have long practiced mutual aid. Harlem Grown exemplifies this legacy, transforming aband...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
In an unexpected twist, Aaron Rodgers emerges as the top free agent quarterback for the 2025 NFL Draft. Raiders' Maxx Crosby endorses his arrival in Las Vegas, hoping Rodgers, despite being 41, sparks a successful season. Rodgers' previous performance outshines current Raiders' quarterbacks, making...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Jay-Z's lawsuit reveals the accuser admitted fabricating rape claims. Doe and lawyer Tony Buzbee allegedly conspired to extort Jay-Z with false accusations. Jay-Z's attorneys demand an end to this extortion. Buzbee denies allegations, maintaining the accuser's stance. Jay-Z, accused of 2000 MTV part...
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Caleb Wilson, 20, a mechanical engineering student at Southern University, tragically passed away following an alleged fraternity event. His family seeks answers and expresses gratitude for community support. An autopsy is pending, while authorities investigate the suspicious death. The university c...
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By Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times Birmingham City Council approved $6 million for Ramsay McCormack Building's renovation. Despite pandemic delays, city leaders remain dedicated. The budget includes cash and loans, with developers contributing additional funds. Ensley business owners express...
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BY JE’DON HOLLOWAY-TALLEY | Special to the Birmingham Times JAMESHA ‘JOI MINER’ HENDERSON AND TAMESHA CURRY Live: Downtown Birmingham and Roebuck Married: Feb. 29, 2024 Met: October 2018, on Facebook, thanks to a mutual ex. Their first date was at East Lake Park, leading to a four-year relations...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
March 4, 2025 — Trump’s speech, lacking substance and poorly delivered, was filled with divisive rhetoric and misguided economic policies. His ego overshadowed unity, focusing on applause from MAGA supporters. Democrats are energized, ready to challenge his policies threatening Social Security and M...
