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Tim Walz highlights service and policy goals at Democratic National Convention

By Asia MatthewsSpecial to the AFROMinnesota governor and vice presidential nominee, Tim Walz addressed the Democratic National Convention in Chicago with a speech reflecting on his extensive background in public service and his vision for the future...

Mfume discusses enrollment, housing issues at Morgan State

By Tavon ThomassonSpecial to the AFRO CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume, chairman of Morgan State University’s Board of Regents, hinted at issues pressing HBCUs during an interview with the Spokesman on Aug. 20.The interview, held during the...

WATCH: Marc Morial Reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Historic DNC Appearance & VP Kamala Harris’ Impact

In a powerful and reflective conversation, Chicago Defender Managing Editor Tacuma Roeback interviewed National Urban League President Marc H. Morial during the Democratic National Convention to discuss the significance of Rev. Jesse Jackson’s presen...

Race: Stronger Than Criminal Convictions & Indictments

Race: Stronger Than Criminal Convictions & Indictments By: Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Newspaper Why is it that when one hears the political polls, projections, and discussions about who is ahead in the coming Pr...

Cook County Courthouse Cooling Centers Open During Excessive Heat

Cook County will open cooling centers as extreme heat is forecasted for the region from Sunday through Tuesday.& Cook County will open cooling centers at the County’s Skokie, Maywood and Markham Courthouses 24 hours from Sunday, Aug. 25 at 12 p....

Death of the Reverend’s Sons; The Police Murder of the Johnson Brothers

Originally published August 20th, 2024 on DallasWeekly.comIt’s Aug. 25, 1974. Following service at their father’s church, Church of God and Christ, middle school boys George, 14, and Johnny, 13, just spent their Sunday playing basketball at Kiest Par...

Americans set to spend a total of $39 billion on back-to-school shopping this year

(CNN) — Last year, consumers shelled out big bucks for their back-to-school shopping needs, spending a record $41.5 billion, according to estimates from the National Retail Federation.That whopping tally, which amounted to more than $890 per househol...

“Ming Smith: Feeling the Future” is now on display at Spelman College Museum of Fine Art

The exhibition “Ming Smith: Feeling the Future,” showcases the evocative work of Ming Smith, and is more than a traditional gallery presentation—it’s an experience showcasing her works from surrealist jazz portraits to intimate portraits. On August...

Aspen Kennedy, Priscilla Shirer Discuss Faith and Community in ‘The Forge’

A still from the film, “The Forge,” starring Aspen Kennedy (center) and Priscilla Shirer (Photo Credit: AFFIRM Films, Inc.). “God works in mysterious ways.”& It’s a well-worn adage and bitter admission by humans tha...

Say Amen: How Black faith traditions showed up at the DNC

While joy was a buzzword at the convention to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris, plenty of speakers brought the Black church to the party.By Rev. Dorothy S. BoulwareWord in BlackFor generations, the Black church has been a cornerstone of Democrat...

Teen Shot & Killed By Relative Over Video Game ‘Smack Talk’: Police

Photo: Getty Images A 16-year-old Texas teen was allegedly shot and killed by a relative over video game “smack talk.” Tavion Swindell, 16, died after he was shot in the chest by a 35-year-old man in Crowley, Texas, according to police....

Legendary jazz guitarist Russell Malone, dead at 60

Well-regarded jazz guitarist Russell Malone passed away on Friday, August 23. Malone, 60, was born in Albany, Georgia, but lived in Atlanta for over a decade, according to those who knew him well.Russell’s passing took place while on tour with Ron Ca...

The Verdict: DNC delivers masterful convention, leaves MAGA feeling miserable

CHICAGO – Heading into the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC), many in the mainstream media predicted the joyful vibes established by Vice President Kamala Harris would continue. The joy not only was palpable, the atmosphere was electric throu...

Small Business Administration preps entrepreneurs for natural disasters with resilience guide

By Megan SaylesAFRO Business Writermsayles@afro.com As climate change continues to escalate extreme weather events, like heat waves, hurricanes, flooding and wildfires, it has also magnified the importance of entrepreneurs having a plan in place to w...

White House Initiative on HBCUs announces 2024 scholars – all D.C. and Maryland HBCUs represented

By Deborah BaileyAFRO Contributing Editordbailey@afro.comThe White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities has announced the 2024 class of scholars, marking the 10th anniversary of this program that has highlighted the schola...