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‘The Wild Robot’ heaps praise on dedicated single parents

By Dwight Brown NNPA Film Critic (***1/2) All hail single moms raising kids they didn’t birth. Dedicated parents who shepherd children into adulthood. They’re saints. It’s almost as if this family film’s theme was ripped from the headlines in this tw...

Global nonprofit DSNDP volunteers participate in storm drain marking

On October 13th, volunteers of the DSNDP organization gathered Sunday morning to participate in a storm drain marking event in collaboration with the City of Richardson. The group consists of 8 volunteers that worked together, and they spent all the...

John Kincaide Stadium honors Sha’Carri Richardson

Recently, track signage at John Kincaide Stadium was renamed to recognize our very own Dallas ISD alum, and Olympic champion, Sha’Carri Richardson. Thank you, Sha’Carri, for all you’ve done for your Dallas ISD family. We are excited to cheer you on i...

Kamala Harris unveils extensive agenda for Black men, promises wealth-building and opportunity as election nears

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Senior National Correspondent Vice President Kamala Harris has unveiled an extensive agenda designed to dismantle systemic barriers and foster new opportunities for Black men across America. The agenda, announced on October 14,...

The right to vote is protective of all other rights

By Colin Allred U.S. Representative (D-TX) Voting is one of our most fundamental rights. It’s not just about having a say in the future of our country—it’s about honoring the legacy of those who fought and sacrificed so that we could have a voice. As...

Study finds spike in emergency visits for life-threatening pregnancy complication

(Newswise) — Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, the second leading cause of maternal deaths worldwide, may be sending a significantly higher number of pregnant people to the emergency department. Between 2006 and 2020, researchers found a surge in...

Morgan Janay

(PR.com) — Rising R&B artist Morgan Janay is getting noticed in the music industry with her hit single, “Cutest,” which is now being considered for Best R&B Song and Best R&B Performance at the upcoming Grammy Awards. Produced by Mr...

Inflation hits lowest level since pandemic as prices stabilize

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Senior National Correspondent According to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, inflation in the United States has slowed to its lowest level since the early months of the pandemic....

Ordinances Impacting Youth Offenders Advance in Commission

Shelby County Commissioners approved a handful of reform-minded ordinances that extend the rights of youthful offenders – including requiring legal representation and recorded interrogations – during the Monday, Oct. 14 meeting. The propo...

Evan Nolan to replace Councilmember Reggie Harris

Evan Nolan was appointed to fill the unexpired term of Councilmember Reggie Harris. Harris resigned to serve in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in Washington, D.C. The appointment of Nolan changes the racial balance on City...

Francona breath of fresh air

By Conrad ClowersHerald Sports WriterLet’s just face it. David Bell was not a good fit for the Cincinnati Reds. The now former Reds manager set a record for most ejections from a game. He was saddled with making questionable calls. It got to the poin...

VP Records: Beres Hammond’s ‘Just A Man’ Gets Special Vinyl Reissue

By VP Records Photos: VP Records\YouTube Screenshots 17 North Parade, an imprint of VP Records, and Harmony House will reissueBeres Hammond’s Just A Man on November 28, 2024, exclusively for RecordStore Day Black Friday. This U.S.-only, limite...

Experience BLINK 2024 week’s exciting events

ContributedWith 80+ installations, more than 30+ blocks, three counties and two million fans waiting to experience the nation’s largest light and art festival, choosing what to cover and when can be overwhelming.The brains behind BLINK have cur...

Memphis Falls to No. 9 North Carolina in St. Jude Classic Exhibition

It may have been an exhibition game, but the Memphis Tigers faced a formidable opponent in the No. 9-ranked North Carolina Tar Heels at FedExForum in the St. Jude Classic. Neither team wanted to give up an early advantage, as the game was announced o...

Commission Punts Circuit Court Positions, Raises to December

Shelby County Commissioners deferred to a later date a series of resolutions that shore up staffing at the Circuit Court Clerk’s office – along with giving raises to low-salaried employees – during the Monday, Oct. 14 meeting. Members wil...