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On February 8, 2025, Loreal Duran navigated the hallways of her Los Angeles apartment complex with her one- and seven-year-old children, having faced upheaval after her husband, Giovanni, originally from El Salvador, was apprehended by U.S. Immigrati...
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Residents from Detroit's east side, alongside local leaders and community groups, congregated at Gaylord and Moran on Friday morning to advocate for the closure of a concrete crushing facility they claim is contaminating their environment. Activist J...
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Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted Senate Bill (SB) 518, a groundbreaking law establishing California’s Bureau for Descendants of American Slavery—the nation’s inaugural state agency dedicated to facilitating reparations for Black Americans. “Recently...
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Detroit is set to launch a distinctive, locally-developed contemporary art platform in collaboration with international partners, designed to foster local talent. Dubbed Detroit Salon, this initiative is spearheaded by Salonnière, with support from t...
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“Ruth and Boaz” marks the initial film from a co-production by Devon Franklin and Tyler Perry, aimed at delivering faith-based narratives for Netflix. Set in contemporary Nashville, it follows Ruth Moably (Serayah), an aspiring singer grappling with...
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The Sacramento City Unified School District revealed during its September 13 meeting that it has exceeded its budget by $43 million for the 2024-25 academic year. This shortfall is primarily due to unexpected year-end expenses such as salaries, educa...
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On November 7, as the atmosphere electrifies at The Henry in Dearborn, a black-tie gala will not only showcase an evening of sophistication but also commemorate the deep-rooted commitment of Judson Center to Michigan’s vulnerable populations. Lenora...
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Barack Obama criticized law firms, universities, and businesses that have settled with Donald Trump’s administration, asserting, “We all possess the ability to take a stand.” He emphasized that these entities should resist being coerced into hiring p...
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The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation (AMBFF) has pledged $50 million to support four institutions within the Atlanta University Center over the next decade, commencing in 2026. This substantial scholarship fund will benefit Clark Atlanta University,...
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In 1986, as a graduate student in theater arts at UCLA, a white professor accused me of submitting a plagiarized term paper. I was shocked; I was knowledgeable and had years of writing experience. I actively participated in discussions, and I felt we...
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In Chicago, a significant number of students are refraining from attending school, not due to a lack of interest in education, but as a result of intensified Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids. These raids, which feature heavily armed ag...
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The statistics are both alarming and unsettling: Black women are murdered at rates nearly three times higher than their white counterparts. According to a recent report from the Violence Policy Center, the perpetrators are often acquainted with the v...
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Masud Olufani experienced profound pain during 2020, a year marked by the COVID-19 pandemic and the harrowing deaths of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery. "Their murders triggered an overwhelming response in me—emotionally and physically," he reflects....
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In light of the alarming surge in anti-LGBTQ+ violence at both state and federal levels, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has launched the American Dreams Tour: Equality Across America. Kelley Robinson, HRC President, is partnering with local LGBTQ+ l...
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Canned foods often receive negative attention when it comes to nutrition. While their convenience is undeniable, health professionals sometimes express concerns regarding their preparation methods and potential health impacts. However, not every cann...