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Prominent psychiatrist Alvin F. Poussaint, who played a significant role in supporting civil rights advocates during the tumultuous 1960s in Mississippi, has died at the age of 90 in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Poussaint was instrumental in she...
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CoreCivic, a controversial figure in the private prison industry, is moving to reopen the shuttered Leavenworth facility as a new ICE detention center. Known for its troubled past involving allegations of abuse and neglect, CoreCivic faces widespread...
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Eric Adams escalates his confrontation with the Trump-era Department of Justice, advocating for a lasting dismissal of his corruption allegations. The DOJ previously sought a “without prejudice” dismissal, which would permit the possibility of the ca...
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Langston Milsap, 19, has enrolled in the groundbreaking Black Radical Education for Abolition & Liberation Academy. This program attracts individuals aged 11 to 73 as they strive to reclaim their history and delve into the concept of radical free...
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The passing of Andrew Lester has brought a wave of relief for countless individuals, drawing attention to the deep-rooted injustices faced by Black communities. Lester was responsible for the shooting of Ralph Yarl, a Black adolescent, which ignited...
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Lee’s Summit illustrates the alarming emergence of extremist ideologies permeating educational environments. School Board Vice President Eslick’s controversial Facebook post directs suspicion toward Black parents and journalists, perpetuating harmful...
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At 7:17 p.m. on Valentine's Day, the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council faced the devastating loss of its USDA funding, jeopardizing initiatives designed to uplift local Black farmers. Nevertheless, the council remains steadfast in its pursuit of food sove...
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Kansas City proudly honors its rich Black heritage this Black History Month through an exciting lineup of events that celebrate culture, resilience, and community. From the soulful rhythms of jazz to powerful conversations on activism and identity, t...
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Centurion Health is currently embroiled in a series of lawsuits over alleged deficiencies in medical treatment within Missouri’s correctional facilities. Despite a substantial $1.4 billion contract, the organization has drawn severe criticism for neg...