Category : Lifestyle

Revolutionary Roots Shape Advocate’s View, Vision

By Genoa Barrow | OBSERVER Senior Staff Writer For local public health advocate and organizer Madalynn Rucker, the roots of her commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of the African American community run deep. Russell Stiger, Jr., OBSE...

Businesses, events celebrating Black culture and food in Asheville

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — In this Week’s WNC Food Scene, we are taking a closer look at Black-owned businesses in Asheville and events celebrating Black history and culture. AVL Cake Lady “Making life sweeter, one event at a time,” that’s Shana...

Two allege authorities arrested them to stop them from protecting Malcolm X

NEW YORK — Fifty-nine years to the day of the assassination of Malcolm X, two new witnesses shared affidavits Wednesday that Ben Crump and other civil rights lawyers say support theories of a conspiracy in Malcolm X’s death. For decades, som...

Topeka mental health providers work to each out to Black community

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Studies show people who are Black are more likely to experience certain emotional distress symptoms, but are less likely to seek help for mental health. With February being Black History Month, two Topeka behavioral healt...

California lawmakers introduce 1st set of reparations bills

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Members of California’s Legislative Black Caucus formally introduced 14 reparations bills that result from recommendations made by the first-in-the-nation task force. “It involves a comprehensive approach to dismantling slavery...

The Atlanta Voice – February 23, 2024

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Vice President Kamala Harris Visits Grand Rapids for her ‘Fight for Reproductive Freedoms’ Tour

The stark reality that Black women face the most dire outcomes in pregnancy-related matters is a truth we can no longer afford to ignore. This critical issue, deeply rooted in the fabric of our nation, has persisted for far too long, spanning years,...

Around the Sound: Noir Lux Candle Bar supports Black-owned businesses for Black History Month

Noir Lux Candle Bar, is owner Colina Bruce’s pandemic passion project. It’s hard to miss the smells from outside the shop when walking by, but Bruce’s business is doing more than pouring candles, they’re collaborating with other black-owned business...

Research reveals depths of racial and ethnic bias in health care

Dr. Laurie Zephyrin, The Commonwealth Fund: Thank you, and thanks for having me. Previous research really tells us that racism and discrimination impact health care outcomes, especially for people of color. This study goes a step further, really spo...