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Earvin “Magic” Johnson epitomized excellence as a basketball point guard, steering the vibrant “Showtime” era of the 1980s. His remarkable leadership propelled the Los Angeles Lakers to dominate opposing teams while clinching multiple championships t...
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In a recent press briefing, President Donald Trump announced an executive order designed to slash drug prices in the U.S., claiming some reductions could reach up to 90% “almost immediately.” However, the order lacks specific implementation details....
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The beloved “Michigan Week Parade” in Highland Park returns on Saturday, May 17, 2025, kicking off at noon. Organized by the Parker Pride Foundation in collaboration with the City, the parade will commence at the intersection of Hamilton Ave. and Tux...
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At ten weeks gestation, women undergo transformative changes—doctor visits, morning sickness, fluctuating hormones, and evolving priorities. In response, new Michigan legislation aims to alleviate the financial stresses faced by expectant parents. St...
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On May 19, the National Action Network (NAN) will host a powerful tribute marking what would have been Malcolm X’s 100th birthday, uniting family members, civil rights leaders, and advocates at the House of Justice in New York City. The event will f...
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As Rhodes College prepares for its 2025 commencement, six outstanding seniors have earned one of the school’s highest honors: induction into the Rhodes Hall of Fame. Established in 1931, this prestigious recognition celebrates leadership, service, a...
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This week in Black history, we honor pivotal moments that shaped the nation. On May 14, 1885, Erskine Henderson became the sixth Black jockey to win the Kentucky Derby, riding Joe Cotton under the guidance of African American trainer Alex Perry. Bla...
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Days prior to his diplomatic Middle East tour, reports emerged that President Donald Trump envisioned accepting a Boeing 747-8 jet from Qatar as a replacement for the aging Air Force One. Democrats challenge this plan, asserting that Congressional ap...
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Black-owned businesses have made historic gains—growing 57% in number and increasing revenue by 66% from 2017 to 2022, according to Pew Research. But this momentum is now at risk. Recent anti-DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) rollbacks, includi...
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Black America is celebrating a powerful truth: Pope Leo XIV—formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago—has deep Black and Creole roots. Genealogist Jari Honora traced his maternal lineage to New Orleans' historic 7th Ward, with ancestral ties to Ha...
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On May 8, President Donald Trump abruptly dismissed Carla Hayden, the first woman and first African American to serve as Librarian of Congress. Her groundbreaking 2016 appointment marked a historic moment for American cultural leadership. The termina...
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A new University of Georgia study warns that poor heart health—specifically midlife diabetes and hypertension—may set the stage for dementia later in life, especially among Black Americans. Researchers discovered that individuals with both condition...
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Senior Trump adviser Stephen Miller has confirmed the administration is considering suspending the writ of habeas corpus—a fundamental constitutional right that protects against unlawful detention. While framed as a border security measure targeting...
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Dallas College marked a historic milestone on May 12, honoring the first graduates of its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-B.S.N.) program during a moving pinning ceremony at Eastfield Campus. Launched in summer 2024, the program welcomed 25 associ...
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In a powerful win for civil rights, the NAACP Legal Defense Fund has secured a landmark Supreme Court ruling against Alabama’s racially discriminatory redistricting. Argued by attorney Deuel Ross, the case proved that Alabama intentionally diluted Bl...