Category : Lifestyle

PUSH Excel Announces 35th Annual MLK Celebration: A Journey of Hope and Healing

PUSH for Excellence has announced plans for its 35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration, set to honor the civil rights leader’s enduring legacy. The two-day event begins with a Day of Service and Learning on Saturday, January 18, offering...

Habilitative Systems, Inc. to Host 4th Annual Race and Health Equity Awards on Dec. 12

From L-R: Dr. Terry Mason, Dr. Carol Adams, and Congressman Danny K. Davis will be among 10 individuals honored at the 4th Annual Race and Health Equity Awards Reception. Habilitative Systems, Inc., one of Chicago’s leading behavioral health and huma...

Tea Connoisseur: 10 Herbal Teas For Common Fall Illnesses

Oh, how I love a good bedside tea break. There’s something magical about sipping a warm cup of tea while cozied up in bed. It soothes the soul, warms the body, and fills your taste buds with comfort. That feeling of relaxation, of slipping into a ca...

International Alvin Ailey dance legend Judith Jamison dies at 81

Fitness Editors Found The Only Walking Shoe Deals Worth Buying Before Black Friday

A few years ago, when my doctor told me my back issues meant I needed to stop competitive running and segue into low-impact cardio, I rolled my eyes. But I quickly learned that a long, brisk walk could rev up my heart rate and turn me into a puddle o...

Preserved by Purpose – Lifestyle of Thankfulness

“Actions speak louder than words.” We’re all familiar with this phrase and apply it to various personal and professional areas of our lives. In my own life, I often remind myself of the truth in this phrase as I work on showing my appreciation to oth...

Michigan’s Entrepreneurial Rise Drives Opportunity and Innovation

Michigan’s rise as the third-best state for entrepreneurial success in 2025 tells a story of resilience, ingenuity, and transformation. With an 8.9% growth in business establishments between 2022 and 2023, the state continues to redefine its economic...

With Morant, Jokic out, Grizzlies Run Away from the Nuggets with 105-90 win

The Memphis Grizzlies returned to the FedExForum to face the Denver Nuggets on Sunday, Nov. 17, kicking off a back-to-back series against their Western Conference rivals. Despite the absence of Nikola Jokic for Denver and Ja Morant for Memphis, the G...

16-Year-Old Stabs Herself During Altercation in Watertown

{KXLG – Watertown, SD} On Friday, November 15, 2024, at approximately 11:44 PM, the Watertown Police Department and Watertown Fire Rescue responded to a report of a stabbing in southwest Watertown. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 16-year-old fe...

Rep. Adams Addresses Black Health Matters Expo and Summit

CHARLOTTE – On Saturday, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) addressed the Black Health Matters Expo and Summit at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. Black Health Matters, a leading national health advocacy organization promoting health a...

A New Chapter for Pontiac: Developers Break Ground on Casa Del Rey Apartments

Pontiac witnessed a historic moment as developers Gregory and Ronita Coleman broke ground on the Casa Del Rey Apartments redevelopment project. This $15.5 million initiative will transform a century-old building into 50 affordable homes. Located at 1...

Elections 2024: Sec. of State Weber Explains Results, Ballot Counting Process

Edward Henderson | California Black MediaSecretary of State Shirley N. Weber , Ph.D.Secretary of State Dr. Shirley N. Weber hosted a webinar on Nov. 14to update Californians on the ballot counting process for the 2024 General Election.California is h...

From Deals to Degrees: Transforming Black Friday into a Scholarship Opportunity for Detroit Students

The Friday after Thanksgiving is often synonymous with shopping bags, packed parking lots, and doorbuster deals. But what if this year, instead of chasing sales, families chased opportunities for their college-bound students? That’s the vision behind...

Advocates: Calif.’s Maternal Health Blueprint Ignores Systemic Racism, Community Solutions

McKenzie Jackson | California Black MediaBlack mothers in California experience a maternal mortality rate that is three times above the average in the state.The California Coalition for Black Birth Justice Co-Founder and Executive Director Dana Sherr...

Living Abroad for my Mental Health

Living abroad has been an incredibly transformative experience for my mental health, especially after the unexpected loss of my dad. Losing him was one of the most challenging moments in my life, leaving a profound void that I struggled to fill. Navi...