by Toter - 3 weeks ago
California Assemblymember Corey Jackson warns state cannot compensate for $2 trillion federal budget cuts; impacts Medi-Cal, CalFresh, housing, childcare. GOP cuts harm constituents, says Rep. Kamlager-Dove, calling it a "Republican rip-off." Amid rising costs, Assembly Republicans propose bills to...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
California's Senate Budget Subcommittee No. 1 on Education, led by Sen. John Laird, held a hearing addressing education funding challenges. Superintendent Tony Thurmond highlighted initiatives like universal preschool and dual-language programs, emphasizing investment in student success. Despite fis...
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Marcus Crowder reports from Solving Sacramento: As Pacific Palisades fires raged, Scott Klier held Los Angeles auditions for Broadway at Music Circus. With Sacramento Theatre Company's exit, BAMC will debut eight new productions, starting March 21 with "Footloose: The Musical." This shift reflects t...
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Dr. Ivory Toldson, a Howard University professor, critiques the "achievement gap," arguing it perpetuates harmful stereotypes and fails to reflect Black students' diverse successes. He calls for terms like "equity gaps" and emphasizes evaluating individual growth over comparative metrics. The narrat...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
By Roberta Alvarado | OBSERVER Correspondent Sacramento hosted significant protests over six days, opposing current policies. The 50501 movement, starting on Presidents Day, demanded democracy's defense. Signs criticized Trump’s policies and Project 2025. On Feb. 22, Xico Gonzalez led a Pro-Immigrat...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
For Adrienne Fowler Payne, Momentum Works was transformative, helping her overcome impostor syndrome and embrace her leadership potential. Launched by Momentum, Alabama's leading women's leadership organization, the program empowers women through expert-led workshops. With substantial salary increas...
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By Challis Morgan | For The Birmingham Times (Women’s History Month Special) Melanie Bridgeforth, visionary and changemaker, plans to launch her consulting firm in 2025. After years of impactful leadership at the Women’s Foundation of Alabama, she aims to empower organizations for systemic change....
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Marie Sutton, a Birmingham-based author, joins Storehouse Voices, Penguin Random House's new imprint for Black authors. Her upcoming book, “All That Remains,” honors her grandmother Jimmie Lee Elliott's resilience against racism and hardship. Sutton emphasizes the importance of diverse narratives, u...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
By Prem Thakker Democrats, claiming to oppose Trump's policies, ironically reference Reagan, known for war crimes, deregulation, and LGBTQ oppression—values they criticize. Senator Elissa Slotkin's speech, advocating bipartisanship, faltered by praising Reagan, whose ideals align with current Repub...
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March celebrates Women’s History Month, spotlighting remarkable contributions like those of Demi Johnson. This Mississippi teen's oyster conservation work has rejuvenated Gulf ecosystems, producing 1,000 oysters and restoring reefs. Her initiative earned her the 2025 Significant Achievement Award, i...
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Celebrating Women’s History Month, remember your life is history. Your journey inspires others, influencing lives daily. Your power lies not in wealth or beauty but in impact. Use this gift wisely to shape your legacy. I'm cheering for you, sister! Visit http://www.allsheanaturals.com.
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Local author Marie Sutton secured a book deal with Storehouse Voices, a Penguin Random House imprint focused on promoting Black writers. For more details, visit www.birminghamtimes.com, dated March 5. &
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By Gwen DeRu | The Birmingham Times **BLUES JAM at True Story Brewing, 7-10 p.m. every 3rd Thursday. **LADY COUCH with KYLE KIMBRELL at The Nick. **HOVVDY with VIDEO AGE at Saturn. **KARAOKE at True Story Brewing, 7 p.m. **ALABAMA BLAZIN BINGO at Overtime Grill, 6 p.m.
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Puffy Girls Club, founded by Shaylla Smith, offers a nurturing space for Black women embracing natural hair. Inspired by her daughter's experience, Smith created an online community, later evolving into a business. Her passion for hair, rooted in family traditions, empowers young...
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Over 30 organizations have launched the Education For All Tennessee campaign against bills HB793/SB836, which threaten public education access based on immigration status. This challenge to Plyler v. Doe could impact thousands of students. Led by TIRRC, NAACP, and others, the camp...
