By Toter

Entertainment / Music - 10 months ago

A brief overview of an underestimated art form: Graffiti

  In the eyes of the law, graffiti is vandalism and is therefore illegal. As it can obscure important signs that are necessary for public welfare, it can be a safety hazard. In addition, it can be seen as a sign of neglect that attracts criminal activity which can cause residents to feel uns...

by Toter - 10 months ago

3 Ways to Fix Math’s Racial Divide

By Aziah Siid Originally appeared in Word in Black Some of the highest-paying jobs —& data scientist, software engineer, actuary —& require proficiency in mathematics. But every time a Black child is funneled into a lower level of math, made to feel like they’re “not a math person,”...

by Toter - 10 months ago

First Black-Owned Bank West of Texas in the Works

By Bria Overs Originally appeared in Word in Black There have never been enough Black-owned banks. What once was 134 financial institutions is now around 20, with a majority located& across the East Coast, Midwest, and South. But later this year, that list could grow by one — and in an...

Lifestyle / Latest Current Topics - 10 months ago

Breaking Fashion Barriers

#foogallery-gallery-12711 .fg-image { width: 699px; } Dapper DanSergio Hudson Prev 1of8 Next Tracee Dundas Fashion Editor @fashionablyyoursnola A look at Black Fashion Designers that have bridged the gap. As we celebrate Black History Mo...

Lifestyle / Hot Topics Talk - 10 months ago

City Council wants ‘street takeovers’ to stop

Following a weekend street “takeover” incident near the Memphis International Airport, Memphis City Council Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee members pressed interim Memphis Police Chief Cerelyn “CJ” Davis on solutions to an enduring street racing phenomena that turns city streets into...