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The Greater Auburn Gresham Development Corporation recently revealed the Adinkra Tower Sculpture, an eight-foot tribute by artist Thomas Sleet, at the Auburn Gresham Healthy Lifestyle Hub. This monument symbolizes unity, wisdom, and resilience, celeb...
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(Photo: Getty Images)A Virginia high school track athlete suffered a concussion and potential skull fracture after an opponent struck her with a baton during a race, according to PEOPLE. Kaelen Tucker, competing in the 4×200 meter relay, expressed di...
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House Democrats, led by Hakeem Jeffries, are poised to challenge President Trump's funding bill, risking a government shutdown. Meanwhile, Senate Democrats display caution, divided on opposition strategies. With frustration mounting over unclear posi...
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Southwest Airlines is discontinuing its signature free checked baggage policy, starting May 28, impacting first and second bags. A-List loyalty members and business travelers will remain exempt. CEO Bob Jordan emphasized the need to adapt to customer...
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(Photo: Getty Images) The body of Atlanta teacher Gary Jones has been recovered from Lake Oconee, where he and his fiancée, Joycelyn Wilson, vanished on February 8. Wilson’s body was found earlier. A search expert used advanced sonar technology to lo...
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By 2028, the U.S. may lack nearly 400,000 automotive technicians, jeopardizing essential repairs and advancements in electric vehicles. To combat this, Ford's Auto Tech Scholarship program, with a $4 million investment in 2025, offers financial aid a...
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UNCF Chicago urges pastors and faith leaders to support education through donations this March. “With funding cuts, we need churches to help,” states Lisa M. Rollins. Participate in UNCF Sundays by sharing testimonials, wearing HBCU gear, or using pr...
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Willie Brown Jr., the witty former San Francisco mayor, captivated attendees at the Black History Month luncheon on Feb. 26. The event, hosted by the African American Employee Leadership Council, emphasized the importance of equitable treatment for B...
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Barberz Dreme Co. in Elk Grove hosted “Fresh Cuts for Bright Futures,” offering free haircuts to school-age youth from single-parent homes. Organized by Nichole Denise of ScholarsforPurposeInc, the event served over 80 children. The organization focu...
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Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom (D-Stockton) prioritizes reducing high utility costs for Californians. She introduced Assembly Bill (AB 13) to reform the California Public Utilities Commission, promoting accountability and transparency. Ransom emphasi...
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Tariffs effective Tuesday will impose a 25% tax on imports from Canada and Mexico, and a 10% levy on Chinese goods. Experts warn these measures could devastate African American communities, raising grocery and gas prices. The NAACP condemns these tar...
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California's devastating fires have exposed a severe insurance crisis, prompting lawmakers to propose transformative legislation. Key measures include placing state officials on the FAIR Plan board and enhancing claim processing, aiming for increased...
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By Zahiyah Carter | Dallas Weekly | Word In BlackCredit: Bank Phrom/Unsplash(WIB) – The First Amendment, ratified on December 15, 1791, protects press freedom. Under Trump, press access is selectively controlled, undermining democracy. Unchecked misi...
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The Justice Department's pursuit of billions from UnitedHealth Group faced a significant setback as Special Master Suzanne Segal ruled the government failed to prove overpayment allegations. She recommended dismissing the case, asserting that specula...
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Bishop Joel Peebles of Global United Fellowship led efforts to aid Los Angeles wildfire victims, raising over $150,000. During a telethon at Cathedral of Praise International Ministries, he emphasized the community's urgent need for food and shelter,...
