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- 2 months ago

Civil Rights Luminary and NAACP Pioneer Hazel Dukes Dies

April Ryan, Black Press USA: Reverend Al Sharpton honors Dr. Hazel Nell Dukes, a civil rights icon who passed at 92. Dukes, NAACP leader, was active until her last days. Dr. Ben Chavis and Leon W. Russell praised her legacy. Sharpton reflected on the...

- 2 months ago

Spurs Edge Out Grizzlies in Thrilling 130-128 Showdown

Jaren Jackson Jr.'s clutch performance fell short as the undermanned Grizzlies narrowly lost to the Spurs, 130-128, at FedExForum on Saturday, March 1. This marked their second consecutive close home defeat, following a 114-113 loss to the Knicks on...

- 2 months ago

Overcoming Racism: A Journey to Becoming a Rockette

“Becoming Spectacular: The Rhythm of Resilience from the First African American Rockette” by Jennifer Jones c.2025, Amistad $26.99 208 pages Step, step, kick. Twirl, step, kick again. Left, right, step. The choreography feels unfamiliar, but masterin...

- 2 months ago

Shelby County's Edmund Ford Jr. Faces Federal Charges

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...

- 2 months ago

Armonie Banks: Devotion to Empathetic Healing

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...

- 2 months ago

Anthem Blue Cross Celebrates Pioneering Black NBA Referees

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...

- 2 months ago

Kansas City: Pioneering Tomorrow's Safety Innovations if Permitted

In December, Kansas City introduced REACH, its inaugural pre-arrest diversion program, revolutionizing crisis response. Already, ten lives have been redirected from incarceration to essential community resources. Yet, despite its success, the city un...