by Toter - 5 months ago
The 8th Annual WDB L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Weekend honored Black entrepreneurship within the Chicagoland area. Under the skilled leadership of Keeana Barber, the weekend unfolded with a vibrant mixer, a gala celebrating prominent leaders, and a delightful Sunday brunch. Noteworthy moments included the p...
by Toter - 5 months ago
Photo Credit: Sterling Gilmore Photography The 8th Annual WDB L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards Weekend celebrated Black entrepreneurs in Chicago. Hosted by WDB Marketing and WDB Cares, the event featured networking, awards, and a keynote by Aisha “Pinky” Cole. Highlights included honoring community leaders and...
by Toter - 5 months ago
Esteemed coaches Rick Pitino of St. John’s and John Calipari from Arkansas faced off in a thrilling second round of the NCAA Tournament. Calipari, embarking on his first season in Fayetteville, successfully guided the Razorbacks to the Sweet 16, a remarkable feat considering the team's rocky start w...
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The historic baseball rivalry between Clark Atlanta University and Morehouse College ignited over the weekend, showcasing thrilling competition. Clark Atlanta triumphed in the first two games, while Morehouse rallied dramatically in the final match, avoiding a sweep. This series highlighted the inte...
by Toter - 5 months ago
Seniors in Michigan face potential food insecurity as vital nutrition programs encounter budget cuts. Organizations like Focus: HOPE provide essential grocery assistance, yet federal funding uncertainties threaten their survival. Advocates emphasize the importance of community involvement to ensure...
by Toter - 5 months ago
In a distressing child abuse incident, Donald Lantz and Jeanne Whitefeather from West Virginia have been sentenced to extensive prison terms. Found guilty of horrific offenses, such as human trafficking, the couple plans to file an appeal. Judge Akers, in a solemn statement, remarked, “May God have...
by Toter - 5 months ago
Sacramento Kings star Malik Monk celebrated his new signature shoe with Peak Sports at Porsche Sacramento on March 15. Alongside his brother, Marcus, they unveiled their housing initiative, The Ripple Effect, aiming to uplift underserved communities. El Camino High will also benefit from their partn...
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On February 20, 2025, Scouting America's Laurel Highlands Council celebrated the 36th Annual Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Awards Dinner at Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel. Keynote speaker Oscar Harris inspired attendees, while honorees included George Robinson II, Robert M. Lavelle, and Darrell Smalley fo...
by Toter - 5 months ago
Tremmel Watson, an advocate for disability rights, tirelessly champions accessibility at the California State Capitol and community events. Facing systemic barriers as a deaf individual, he emphasizes the importance of Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) for effective communication. Wat...
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Mail protrudes from a mailbox on Park Hill Drive in Pittsburgh's East Hills, where nonprofit Rising Tide Partners combats property abandonment through conservatorship. This legal approach allows entities to manage neglected properties, enhancing neighborhoods while addressing the housing crisis. Ris...
by Toter - 5 months ago
(Photo: Getty Images) The Trump administration plans to revoke the temporary legal status of over 530,000 migrants from Haiti, Nicaragua, Cuba, and Venezuela. The Department of Homeland Security announced that the CHNV program, initiated by Biden in 2022, failed to meet its objectives, prompting leg...
by Toter - 5 months ago
An upstate New York high school girls' basketball coach faced termination following the emergence of a video that depicted him pulling a player's ponytail after a game on March 21. This incident took place during the 2025 New York State Public High School Athletic Association Class D championship. T...
by Toter - 5 months ago
Gayle King, the co-anchor of CBS Mornings, is reportedly distressed by the program's shift from the iconic Times Square to the CBS Broadcast Center. This unanticipated move, occurring during CBS's ongoing financial challenges, appears to resonate as a personal affront to her. According to insiders,...
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Scientists nationwide are uniting against the Trump administration’s funding cuts to vital research agencies. DEIA initiatives, which aim to promote equity and accessibility, face potential termination, jeopardizing critical projects. Historically, DEIA research has driven societal progress, highlig...
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President Donald Trump's dismissal of General Charles Q. Brown Jr. and other senior military leaders raises significant concerns. Military personnel must confront a vital question: uphold their commitment to constitutional integrity or comply with potentially unlawful orders. Historical precedents e...