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A late March ruling granted Jonah Bevin, son of ex-Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin, a protective order amid allegations of abuse and manipulation linked to his transracial adoption. Jonah claims he was exploited to elevate his adoptive father's politica...
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On July 5, 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt enacted the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), often referred to as the Wagner Act. This ground-breaking legislation granted workers the right to organize and bargain collectively. Currently, over 60...
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Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell unveiled AI House last week, marking the nation’s first AI hub dedicated to fostering innovation among entrepreneurs, startups, and investors. Situated at Pier 70, this collaborative space, initiated with AI2 Incubator and...
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(WIB) – In rural Lowndes County, Alabama, impoverished Black residents face a dire situation: raw sewage pooling in their yards. Recent news highlighted a landmark settlement by the Biden administration addressing straight piping, a perilous waste ma...
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NEW YORK (AP) — Leslie Odom Jr., a cornerstone of the acclaimed Broadway phenomenon “Hamilton,” is set to return to his transformative role as Aaron Burr at the Richard Rodgers Theatre from September 9 to November 23. He reminisces, “It gave me life,...
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(WIB) – Alarming statistics reveal that Black women in the U.S. face a threefold increase in pregnancy-related mortality compared to their white counterparts. Contributing factors include systemic racism and healthcare access gaps. However, advanceme...
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The Shelby County Health Department has launched a groundbreaking pilot initiative offering complimentary HIV home testing kits for residents aged 14 and above. This effort, part of the “Know Your Status” campaign, enables individuals to discreetly r...
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As federal funding from FEMA faces delays, some GOP-led states have secured financial relief more swiftly than others, with the Trump administration directing funds to Missouri and Virginia. Critics suggest this politicizes emergency management, rais...
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Illinois State Senator Lakesia Collins, co-chair of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus (ILBC), expressed collective dismay at President Trump’s dismantling of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the U.S. Since his campaign, corpo...
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The 2025 NBA Playoffs have commenced, dispelling concerns over declining viewership. This year's opening weekend recorded the highest audience in 25 years, with ESPN’s platforms (ABC/ESPN) attracting an average of 4.49 million viewers across six game...
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In an emotive Facebook Live session, BDO’s Clinical Trials Editor Taylyn Washington-Harmon engaged with Dr. Jayne Morgan, a prominent cardiologist and VP of Medical Affairs at Hello Heart, discussing heart health within the Black community. They illu...
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Lung cancer tragically surpasses all other types, including colon, breast, and prostate cancers, as the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. This malignancy stems from the unchecked proliferation of abnormal lung cells, freque...
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In a pivotal move, Tennessee lawmakers greenlit a resolution urging the state Supreme Court to establish a panel to probe purported misconduct involving three district attorneys, notably including Shelby County’s Steve Mulroy. The Senate endorsed thi...
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Ohio educators are committed to helping students—especially those with learning challenges—achieve academic success. As teens navigate school and personal development, early support is essential. Through structured study habits, parent-teacher collab...
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The Utopian Academy of the Arts Charter School Network, led by Dr. Artesius Miller, aims to provide high-quality education to students in Atlanta and Clayton County. Morehouse College recently hosted its third Dream Makers Summit, celebrating student...