Category : Hot Topics Space

Strategies to Curb Overdose Fatalities in African American Neighborhoods

On December 8, Kimberly Douglas visited her son Bryce’s grave at National Harmony Memorial Park in Landover. Nearly 18 months have passed since her 17-year-old son died from a fentanyl overdose. Annually, this day is observed as Worldwide Candle Ligh...

America Heeds Early Warnings: Trump's Project 2025 Agenda Unfolds

(By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Senior National Correspondent) The Black Press, NAACP, and Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett alerted Americans. Many noticed Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, warning of its dangers. Despite Trump’s deceit and denial, t...

Spotlight on Alvin F. Poussaint: Influential News Figure

Renowned psychiatrist Alvin F. Poussaint, known for aiding civil rights activists in 1960s Mississippi, passed away at 90 in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Poussaint was a pivotal figure in understanding racism's impact on Black mental health. His...

EXPOSED: CoreCivic's Scheme to Transform Leavenworth into an ICE Detention Facility

CoreCivic, a controversial private prison firm, aims to reopen Leavenworth's closed facility as an ICE detention center. Despite its history of abuse, the company pursues profit through political influence and secret deals. Community activists and ci...

Eric Adams Intensifies Efforts to Dismiss Corruption Charges

By Jordan Rubin\MSNBC Photos: YouTube Screenshots Eric Adams intensifies his battle with the Trump DOJ, seeking a permanent dismissal of his corruption case. Previously, the DOJ aimed for a "without prejudice" dismissal, allowing future revival. Ad...

B-REAL Academy Debuts: Transformative Hub for Black Scholarship and Abolitionist Learning

Langston Milsap, 19, joins the inaugural Black Radical Education for Abolition & Liberation Academy. Students, aged 11-73, gather to reclaim stolen history and explore radical freedom. B-REAL Academy, led by Melissa Ferrer Civil, empowers participant...

Ralph Yarl, Andrew Lester, and America's Enduring Racial Violence Legacy

Andrew Lester's death sparked relief for many, highlighting systemic injustice against Black lives. Ralph Yarl, a Black teen, was shot by Lester, inciting outrage and exposing racial bias in media coverage. Community protests demanded justice, spotli...

Controversial Lee’s Summit Board Member Targets Black Parents & Journalist in Wild Facebook Post

Lee’s Summit reflects the troubling rise in extremist ideologies infiltrating education. School Board Vice President Eslick's conspiratorial Facebook post targets Black parents and journalists, echoing racial stereotypes. This underscores the urgent...

Elon Musk & DOGE Reduce Funding for Key Black KC Community Councils

At 7:17 p.m. on Valentine’s Day, Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council lost its USDA funding, endangering efforts to empower local Black farmers. Despite this, they continue fighting for food sovereignty in Kansas City. Elon Musk’s cuts threaten Black-led ag...

Exploring Black History Month: A Comprehensive Defender's Handbook

Kansas City’s rich Black heritage is celebrated through vibrant events this Black History Month. From jazz to activism, the city honors Black voices and history with inclusive gatherings. Attend speaker series, book clubs, music nights, and more. Exp...

Unveiling Missouri's Controversial Prison Healthcare Contract: A Troubling Corporate History of Neglect and Fatalities

Centurion Health faces multiple lawsuits for inadequate medical care in Missouri prisons. Despite a $1.4 billion contract, the company has been criticized for neglect, including the case of Othel Moore Jr.’s death. Numerous grievances from prisoners...