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A father from Ohio, Rodney Hinton Jr., has been charged with aggravated murder following the death of a sheriff's deputy, just a day after his teenage son was shot and killed by police. Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge indicated a connection between the incidents. Hinton viewed police footage...
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With Donald Trump reinstated, there's an urgent drive to reverse the essential civil liberties and socio-economic achievements of African Americans. His administration asserts a bias against white people, neglecting FBI statistics that reveal a rise in anti-Black hate crimes. In response, Black Vo...
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At 46, Michelle Horton, once a "professional criminal" and single mother, engaged in crime after prison. Dedicating herself to building a better future for her children, she turned to education. Now part of Sacramento's mayor's office, Horton praises the Rising Scholars Network for aiding formerly...
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( Amanda Ulloa Illustration/AmNews) American existence resembles a river where socioeconomic hardship and the elusive American Dream intertwine. Family affluence and racial identity dictate our navigation of this stream. White Americans seldom acknowledge the extensive privileges attributed to race...
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U.S. House Republicans are in heated debates over potential Medicaid (Medi-Cal in California) funding cuts, crucial for achieving a $1.5 trillion budget reduction. If enacted, these cuts would mark the largest decrease in the program's history, affecting 15.9 million individuals, as highlighted by...
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Tiyana Scarlett emerged from years of silence following her release in 2017. In 2024, she rediscovered her voice through Ritual4Return, a New Jersey initiative harmonizing art with healing. Kevin Bott’s transformative 14-week program promotes storytelling and community connection, enhancing restorat...
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People of color, especially vulnerable populations like children and seniors, must prioritize daily sunscreen application. Health experts dismiss the fallacy that darker skin is impervious to ultraviolet harm. Shontay Lundy, founder of Black Girl Sunscreen, highlights the dangers of late-stage skin...
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The city of Birmingham aims to acquire Alabama's largest water utility for a mere dollar, along with its significant debt. This move follows state legislation that could diminish Birmingham's influence. Council President Darrell O'Quinn emphasized the importance of local governance. Concurrently, a...
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Parents searching for enjoyable, free summer activities for their children will find a plethora of options at “Color Our World: The 2025 Summer Reading Kickoff” on May 10, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Avondale Park, 4101 5th Avenue South. This exciting event offers crafts, games, music, face paint...
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Demika and Roy Hodge, who first met in 2003 at Home Depot, forged a strong friendship that blossomed into romance by 2014. Their August 21, 2015, wedding took place at New Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church. They emphasize faith and communication as key to their lasting union, enjoying family and...
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BY JE’DON HOLLOWAY-TALLEY | Special to the Birmingham Times
ROY & DEMIKA HODGE
Live: Pleasant Grove
Married: Aug. 21, 2015
Met: November 2003, at Home Depot in Fairfield AL. They were both working for the retailer and had crossed paths at various company functions over the course of a year befor...
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(Photo: Getty Images) In an unexpected twist, former Vice President Kamala Harris graced the 2025 Met Gala, a notable appearance following her presidential campaign loss in November. Attending alongside husband Doug Emhoff, the couple bypassed the red carpet, with Harris dazzling in a bespoke Off-Wh...
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Larsa Pippen, a prominent figure from “The Real Housewives of Miami,” is dating ex-international basketball player Jeff Coby, who recently revealed their wedding plans after just four months together. During a Miami outing, Coby announced their nuptials are set for November 2026, prompting a fluster...
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Monday night’s Voices of the Underground (VOTU) presented a profound fusion of impactful storytelling, unfiltered emotions, and authenticity through exhilarating spoken word and poetry. Hosted at the National Cultural Centre as part of Art and the City and the Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival, it...
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Ryan Philogene propelled the Courts Jets into playoff viability with a decisive 69-49 win against East Coast Academy on Monday in KFC National Basketball League action at Beausejour Gymnasium. Philogene tallied 29 points, alongside 12 rebounds and eight steals. Currently standing at 4-3, the Jets tr...