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Social media influencers Jamal “The Creative” Morant and Chantelle “Chantelle Rose” Morant, collectively known as “The Creatives,” reveal a preordained connection that blossomed over years. Their chance encounter at the 2018 Black Panther Atlanta pre...
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On Sunday, 24 high school students from 15 local institutions were celebrated at the Annual Black Achievers Creating Change Celebration, organized by the Sacramento Chapter of Links Inc. The group comprised 17 seniors and seven juniors—16 females and...
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The California Black Women’s Health Project envisions a future where women’s health choices flourish in a landscape that promotes equal access and justice. However, Governor Gavin Newsom’s revised budget poses a significant threat by suggesting the...
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Recently, I navigated through Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport—an all-too-familiar space for me over my 30 years of travel. This occasion, however, was disconcerting. The TSA line resembled chaos, with frustrated travelers and overwhelmed agents...
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On May 23, cultural organizer and birth worker Ruth Jeannoel will unveil her inaugural book, “Restorative Justice Practices: Circle Keeping for Community Healing,” during the “We Got Us: Healing Justice Skill Share” at Miami's Little Haiti Community...
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Organizations like Edgewood Community Farm advocate for techniques such as cultivating sunflowers, which enhance aesthetics and gradually improve soil health. Following California's catastrophic wildfires, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FE...
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In the spring of 2020, a devastating video of George Floyd's death at the hands of a Minneapolis officer ignited historic protests. Millions rallied for police defunding, advocating for community-focused support and genuine recognition of Black live...
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Navigating the child welfare system can be daunting for Black families striving for reunification. In Sacramento County, the Cultural Broker Program stands as a crucial source of assistance, tackling the disproportionate representation of African Am...
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Adriana Smith, nine weeks pregnant, experienced debilitating headaches and was hospitalized at Northside Hospital, yet went undiagnosed and was discharged. The following day, concerns over her labored breathing prompted another admission to Emory Uni...
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In the distinguished sci-fi classic “Minority Report,” Tom Cruise stars as a law enforcement officer in a futuristic "Precrime" division, intercepting would-be killers through predictive analytics. This compelling tale raises significant questions ab...
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The other evening, while tuning into a television evangelist, I was profoundly touched by a discussion on the faith shared among friends. The parable of Jesus healing the paralytic resonated deeply: “When Jesus saw their faith, He said to the paralyt...
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Recent research indicates that weight loss during middle age can significantly enhance longevity and overall health. Dr. Timo Strandberg, a professor at the University of Helsinki, asserts that a consistent weight reduction of approximately 6.5% can...
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On the closing day of the Big Sky Outdoor Track and Field Championships, Ava Fitzgerald focused on one pivotal element: trust. The junior hurdler, enveloped in gospel music and adorned with cross earrings, inscribed Jeremiah 29:11 on her arm as a re...
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WMC, the NBC affiliate for Memphis and the broader Mid-South region, has named Kevin Lightfoot as its new news director. With over two decades of experience in prominent media markets nationwide, Lightfoot is recognized for his exemplary editorial le...
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Charles B. “Charlie” Rangel, a prominent figure in New York’s political landscape and a stalwart Congressman, passed away on Monday at the age of 94. His family shared the news through a statement from Michelle Stent, a spokesperson for City Colleg...
