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Incarcerated firefighters within California's Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation are anxious as they await Governor Gavin Newsom's decision on Assembly Bill (AB) 247. Introduced by Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights), this bill pa...
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Shayla Williams-Barnes felt a wave of joy when she switched her 6-year-old son from a conventional public school to a charter school, Alan Rowe College Prep. Upon arrival, she was greeted by enthusiastic staff, including a teacher who warmly acknowle...
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Governor Gavin Newsom recently enacted a collection of laws aimed at countering the Trump administration’s stringent immigration policies in California. Among these pioneering measures is a unique restriction mandating that officers cannot wear face...
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In the aftermath of the assassination of conservative figure Charlie Kirk, there has been a notable rise in threats targeting Black colleges, institutions, and leaders. Once the shooter was identified as a white male, incendiary narratives flourished...
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Historically, Black women have been compelled to tone down their expressions, yet a steadfast legacy persists: they adamantly refuse to be silenced. Their activism goes beyond mere resistance; silence has never provided true shelter, often serving to...
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Released this week, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s report on U.S. children's health largely reflects his views. It attributes chronic ailments in children to processed foods, prescribed medications, and vaccines, advocati...
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The Trump administration has escalated its efforts to reshape the narrative of American history, mandating federal agencies to eradicate exhibits and materials that highlight slavery and racial injustices by September 17. This directive from Interior...
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The collaboration between Offset and JID on "Bodies" might seem unconventional, resembling a creative exercise in mixing styles. Hailing from Atlanta, Offset’s melodic yet forceful delivery complements JID’s versatile lyricism. Their joint effort, re...
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This week, we present a thoughtfully curated assortment of the most engaging news stories, conveniently available in audio format. Immerse yourself in the headlines that hold significance, spanning from riveting local tales to worldwide events that i...
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A coalition of women of color leaders within the environmental sector is petitioning the Sierra Club to initiate a thorough and impartial evaluation of its management concerning the dismissal of Ben Jealous, the organization’s inaugural Black executi...
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This week, Davis celebrated the appointment of its inaugural Black city manager, Daryel Dunston, who officially commenced his duties on September 15 and engaged in his first City Council meeting on Tuesday evening."Few city managers share my backgro...
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Transitioning from Sacramento to Alabama, 18-year-old Jayde Warfield-Robin experiences a significant transformation in her college journey at Tuskegee University. Each day begins with her attending classes like English 0101 and Psychology 0270, amid...
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Sareena Crawford, a history doctoral student at the University of California, Davis, was collaborating on a research project when she discovered narratives of Black women in Yolo County. Notably, she learned about Mary Ann Johnson (née Winrow), among...
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California's image as a vibrant, multicultural state masks a troubling past marked by segregation. From Hawthorne to San Leandro, numerous cities historically enforced "sundown" rules that prohibited Black individuals from being present after dark. S...
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The U.S. Department of Education has commenced the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the academic year 2026–27, albeit for a limited number of students. Currently undergoing beta testing, this two-phase rollout aims to assess the s...