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Tre Little’s exuberance was palpable as he showcased his two-step in cowboy boots during the BET Awards preshow this summer.“I once watched this every year on TV, and now I'm performing onstage,” reflected the 22-year-old from Atlanta. “I was overwh...
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A significant crisis is unfolding on HBCU campuses. Currently, Black men comprise merely 26% of HBCU students, marking the lowest percentage in nearly half a century. The South, home to 89% of HBCUs, records a dismal 33% Black male college enrollmen...
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Heat pumps, known for their efficient air conditioning and heating capabilities, have emerged as vital components in contemporary home building. Yet, manufacturers that typically rely on outdated heating technologies have been sluggish to embrace th...
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President Donald Trump's immigration policies disregard loyalty, a reality that Roland Mehrez Beainy is confronting firsthand. The Lebanese immigrant, who created a mini restaurant empire celebrating Trump, now faces deportation under the very system...
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In an unexpected move, Howard University President Ben Vinson III, 55, will depart from his role as the institution's 18th President. This announcement coincides with the commencement of the academic year. Leslie Hale, chair of the Board of Trustees,...
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During her teenage years, Kristee Haggins faced immense pressures stemming from life, education, and systemic racism, which unfortunately led her to a suicide attempt. Alarmingly, data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrati...
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Michael Jackson's birthday transcends the ordinary, inviting fans worldwide to commemorate a musical legend whose melodies attract millions even today. His philanthropic impact extended beyond borders, reaching children in hospitals and classrooms wo...
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A remarkable achievement has been reached by a 10-year-old Black girl, who has secured a full-ride scholarship to South Carolina State University (SCSU). Kendall Rae Johnson, recognized as the youngest certified farmer in the United States, expressed...
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One of Chicago's premier summer events is the Broadway in Chicago Summer Concert at Millennium Park's Jay Pritzker Pavilion. This annual gathering attracts large crowds eager to celebrate theater and preview upcoming productions. It also serves as a...
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A woman from Detroit was reportedly shot and killed at a local hospital by her ex-husband, from whom she had sought protection, according to WXYZ. Latricia Green initially sought a personal protection order (PPO) against her ex-spouse, Mario Green, o...
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The California-Hawaii State Conference of the NAACP is advocating for the Legislature to approve two reparations bills crafted by state Sen. Akilah Weber Pierson (D-San Diego), who heads the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC).These proposals—...
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President Donald Trump has set his sights on Chicago as the forthcoming locale for a comprehensive federal action against crime. On Friday, August 22, he announced that following his intervention in Washington, D.C., which included the deployment of...
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to embark on a tour across 15 cities this fall. On Thursday, August 21, she announced her upcoming promotional journey for her memoir, "107 Days." Scheduled for release on September 23, the book details her...
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As several retailers shutter their operations, Grocery Outlet is thriving, with new locations emerging, including one in Arden-Arcade. Owners Keith and Phyllis McDonald Johnson are preparing to launch on Thursday, August 28, diligently tackling their...
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The history of Black individuals in space is a topic with varying perspectives. When searching "first Black in space," one finds Guion Bluford, who soared into space on August 30, 1983. Yet, it was Afro-Latinx Arnaldo Tamayo Mendez from Cuba, who ven...