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Truth Over Fear: Alfred Street Baptist Pushes On Amid Security Issues

Rev. Howard-John Wesley is famously known for delivering poignant truths from the pulpit. His sermon on September 14 at Alfred Street Baptist Church, one of the country’s oldest historically Black congregations, ignited considerable debate. Nonetheless, Wesley enjoys unwavering support from his cong...

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Our Beauty Fixation Comes With Consequences Few Talk About

In today's world, we are incessantly inundated with imagery that dictates our perceptions of beauty: toned physiques, immaculate skin, and impeccably styled hair. Society has cultivated an ingrained cultural fixation on a limited and hyper-manufactured notion of attractiveness, often aligned with Eu...

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Becky Pringle Pushes Action on Rising Departure of Black Teachers

The leader of the largest teachers' union in the nation expressed deep concern regarding the persistent shortage of teachers, particularly among Black educators. Rebecca S. Pringle, president of the National Education Association, highlighted alarming trends at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundat...

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Ben Crump Wants Black America To Back The Black Media And Press

The Conrad Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C., buzzed with purpose as the Black Press of America held its annual National Leadership Awards and Reception. This impactful evening celebrated distinguished individuals such as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette...

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Marlon Wayans Career Is Being Sold Short

n Universal Pictures’ latest thriller, Him, Marlon Wayans plays quarterback Isaiah “Zay” White, heralded as the greatest of all time, boasting eight championship rings from the film's fictional league.As White nears the end of his illustrious career, young Cameron “Cam” Cade, portrayed by Tyriq Wit...

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Why The Federal Government Shutdown Should Worry Every American

The federal government has officially ceased operations as congressional leaders remain divided over funding beyond September 30. Despite Republican control of both Capitol Hill and the White House, they require a minimum of seven Democratic votes in the Senate to approve any spending legislation, a...

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Bridge Leadership Goes In Depth About Relocation Rumors

Recent discussions within a Dallas City Council Committee about the potential relocation of The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center to the Dallas Executive Airport vicinity have ignited mixed reactions across the city. David Woody III, president and CEO of The Bridge, remarked, “Our foremost focus is o...

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Dallas Police Introduce Major Academy Class to Elevate Female Numbers

The Dallas Police Department has initiated Academy Class 408, marking one of the largest training cohorts in its history. With 77 varied officer trainees, including two rehires, this class stands as the second-largest in the department's past, following only Class 368 from 2019, which boasted 82 t...

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Latest Headlines and Updates from the Heart of Dallas/Fort Worth Area

A new youth football league complex, known as Woodland Park Football Complex, is set to open in Southern Dallas at 2115 W. Wheatland Road, transforming an empty field into a vibrant facility for games, training, and community events. The Dallas Park and Recreation Department conducted a ribbon-cutti...

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Tasby Middle School Achieves Impressive B Rating With Hard Work

Following a D rating from the Texas Education Agency two years prior, Principal Nesha Maston recognized the urgent need for transformation at Sam Tasby Middle School.“We felt discouraged, but rather than surrender, we motivated ourselves to take necessary action,” she remarked.As the 2024-2025 acad...

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Ace and Chelley’s Saint Lucia Trip Doubles as Love Announcement

Love Island duo Ace Greene and Chelley B have publicly confirmed their romantic relationship post a getaway at the acclaimed Jade Mountain resort in Saint Lucia. Initially connecting during season six of Love Island USA, the couple left fans speculating about their relationship's status. Chelley had...