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by Toter - 3 months ago

Black Soap Opera Premieres In New Era Of DEI Attack

CBS’s new soap opera Beyond the Gates brings a prestigious Black family to daytime TV at a time when DEI programs are under attack. Executive Producer Michele Val Jean and NAACP/CBS Studios President Sheila Ducksworth highlight the significance of authentic Black storytelling in mainstream media. #B...

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Alabama Death Row Inmate Granted Life Sentence by Gov. Kay Ivey

BY KIM CHANDLER | Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama Governor Kay Ivey commuted Robin “Rocky” Myers’s death sentence to life imprisonment, citing doubts about his guilt. Despite supporting the death penalty, Ivey respected the 1994 jury's life sentence recommendation. Myers, convicted of L...

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Electrifying Jazz Jam Session Revives Birmingham's Carver Theatre

Birmingham’s Carver Theatre recently hosted a lively Jazz Jam Session featuring an All-Star High School Sextet. Collaborating with the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, local students and musicians like José Carr performed, fostering friendships. Schools in Montgomery and Birmingham participated, hi...

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Civil Rights Icon and NAACP Leader Hazel Dukes Passes Away at 92

Hazel Dukes, 92, lifelong civil rights advocate and New York NAACP president, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. Celebrated for her tireless fight for equality, she received the Spingarn Medal in 2023. Dukes paved the way for Black women in politics and was honored by leaders nationwide,...

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Community Icon and Pharmacy Manager Carolyn Bailey Champion Dies

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Carolyn Bailey Champion, community leader and civil rights advocate, has passed away. She managed Dr. Champion’s Pharmacy and was the daughter of the Lorraine Motel's original owners, now part of the Civil Rights Museum. Family honored her impactful legacy online: “We mourn Mrs....

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Zoe Saldaña Honors Immigrant Grandmother with Oscar Dedication

(CNN) — Zoe Saldaña dedicated her Oscar to her late grandmother, celebrating her best supporting actress win for "Emilia Pérez" at the 97th Annual Academy Awards. Proudly representing her Dominican heritage, Saldaña acknowledged her immigrant roots and expressed gratitude to her family, team, and su...

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Texas Republican Proposes Legislation to Eliminate DEI in K-12 Schools

Texas Senator Brandon Creighton introduced Senate Bills 12 and 1565, targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in public schools. The proposed bills, following Governor Abbott's endorsement, aim to restrict DEI initiatives, affecting hiring, policies, and curriculum. Parents can challenge DEI...

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Angie Stone’s Net Worth Revealed: Earnings Before Her Tragic Passing

The music industry grieves the untimely passing of Angie Stone, who died at 63 in Montgomery. Her fans and fellow artists are reflecting on her impressive $3 million fortune, accumulated through her multifaceted career in music, acting, and entrepreneurship. Prior to her death, worries surfaced rega...

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Discover 2025 Oscars: Viewing Guide for the Academy Awards

(CNN) — As the Oscars approach, Conan O’Brien prepares to host, with Netflix's "Emilia Pérez" leading nominations despite controversies. "The Brutalist" and "Wicked" also compete fiercely. The star-studded event, featuring performances by Erivo, Grande, and Doja Cat, airs live from the Dolby Theatre...