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Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr. is facing a federal bribery charge and six tax evasion counts, per court documents. Ford surrendered to federal officials on Feb. 28. His lawyer, Michael Scholl, maintains Ford's innocence regarding these ac...
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Banks discovered her passion for caregiving early, leading her to nursing school. “I worked as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at The Point/Arc during my two years in nursing school,” she explained. DSPs offer vital support to individuals with di...
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Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield celebrates Black NBA referees during Black History Month, fostering future basketball officiating careers through IAABO support. Their innovative program offers comprehensive training and mentorship, reflecting Anthe...
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Mayor Eric Adams faces scrutiny over a $3 million mystery in his reelection account, leading campaign finance officials to withhold public matching funds. The discrepancy, nearly 65%, contrasts reported and actual receipts. As of December 31, only $4...
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Haiti Cultural Exchange presents "Sacred Banners of Haitian Vodou," an exhibition curated by art historian Axelle Liautaud. Experience the intricate artistry of Vodou banners during the Outsider Art Fair. Join artist Mireille Delice on March 9 for a...
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New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams officially began her 2025 mayoral campaign, filing with the Campaign Finance Board. Aiming to become NYC's first female and Black woman mayor, she faces tough challenges, including a crowded Democratic fie...
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By Terri Schlichenmeyer Examine your work meticulously. In school, you often heard it: review math problems, ensure spelling accuracy, and double-check answers. These efforts typically lead to success unless, as in Shari Dunn's business book “Qualifi...
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Dwight Brown of NNPA reviews (**1/2) a true story where timing is everything. In Southern California, Long Ma (Hiệp Trần Nghĩa), a Vietnamese-American cab driver, experiences an unforgettable night. Picking up three passengers during his late shift l...
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BLK, the premier dating app for Black individuals, unveils its first State of Black Singles report. This in-depth study highlights changing love and relationship patterns within the Black community, based on extensive feedback from Black singles nati...
