by Toter - 1 month ago
In the last twelve years, California has implemented a range of criminal justice reforms aimed at reshaping sentencing practices and reducing the overcrowding of its prisons. A recent report by a state agency provides an in-depth analysis of these policies' impacts on individuals who have been incar...
by Toter - 1 month ago
"You possess power unless you relinquish it," are the wise words my grandmother imparted to me during my youth in the Appalachian mountains. As the seasons shift, her message resonates deeply today on this first day of fall. With Climate Week upon us and the Congressional Black Caucus convening, the...
by Toter - 1 month ago
On Monday, legal representatives for music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs requested a judge to impose a maximum of 14 months in prison following his conviction on two prostitution-related charges. If the judge agrees, Combs could be released almost immediately. The legal team contended in their written st...
by Toter - 1 month ago
During the 2024 presidential campaign, Russell Vought, the current Director of the Office of Management and Budget, expressed a desire to put federal employees “in trauma.” Project 2025 deemed union representation for government workers as “incompatible with democracy” and suggested Congress should...
by Toter - 1 month ago
The historical context has shifted, yet another incident in Mississippi has yielded troubling and unsettling results. Last week, the lifeless body of Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a 21-year-old Delta State University student, was discovered hanging from a tree. While authorities have preliminarily class...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Teaching young children is a formidable undertaking, particularly for early childhood educators who specialize in instructing kids aged three to five. A recent study from the University of Georgia reveals a startling finding: merely 10 percent of these teachers possess sufficient time to fulfill the...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Following a summer of uncertainty, faith leaders in California are now fostering hope in a significant manner. In Los Angeles, local religious figures convened to bless three specially designated vans aimed at protecting families threatened by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Officially la...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Marlon Martin, a new photographer for the Pittsburgh Courier, captured the thrilling moments as the Pittsburgh Steelers kicked off their 2025 regular season with an exhilarating victory against the New York Jets. This nail-biting matchup took place on September 7, 2025, at Metlife Stadium, where fan...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Yesterday's Sony State of Play showcased Insomniac's much-anticipated Wolverine game, delivering stunning visuals and intense action. First revealed in September 2021, fan concerns about its development were quelled with the release of the gripping trailer, which highlighted the game's brutal essenc...
by Toter - 1 month ago
On Thursday, September 11, overshadowing a somber day in American history, President Donald Trump unveiled a controversial policy aimed at slashing funding for “Minority-Serving Institutions” (MSIs) and curtailing opportunities crucial for nurturing America’s future workforce. The U.S. Department of...
by Toter - 1 month ago
(TriceEdneyNewswire) – Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel – giants of late-night TV – have faced censorship, dismissal or forced silence when their words cross the powerful. That should alarm us all. If media figures of their stature can be muzzled, what chance do ordinary journalists or community tr...
by Toter - 1 month ago
An ABC late-night talk show host suggested that the Trump administration is exploiting the assassination of right-wing figure Charlie Kirk for politically motivated purposes. In response to the backlash, the network promptly removed the show from its lineup. A political analyst from MSNBC noted that...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Following the revelation of Ellie Goulding's ex-husband moving on, a compelling photograph of the singer has surfaced, shared by her younger partner, Beau Minniear. The striking image, which gained traction on September 25, depicts Goulding in a revealing pose. Fans quickly noticed her silhouette, l...
by Toter - 1 month ago
Envision yourself at the reflecting pool in Washington, D.C., observing the city’s upper crust patting themselves on the back for their so-called "service" while conspicuously overlooking numerous scandals. The façade may seem tranquil, yet beneath the surface, the prominent figures are scrambling t...
by Toter - 1 month ago
When does the portrayal of historical events devolve into a "corrosive ideology"? Currently, the administration appears intent on erasing significant aspects of our nation's history, specifically regarding the atrocities of enslavement and its fundamental contribution to the nation's fabric. It mus...