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The Black Men of Labor XXIX Noir Experience and Gala

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Vote YES for Housing Trust Fund (Parishwide HRC Amendment No. 1) on the November 5th Ballot!

Andreanecia Morris Executive Director HousingNOLA The November 5th election will be historic in many ways and New Orleans can make history too. For the first time in the city’s history, citizens are considering a dedicated revenue for Affordable Hous...

Statement from Marc H. Morial and Michelle Miller Morial on the Passing of Eric Paulsen

Marc H. Morial and Michelle Miller Morial President and CEO, National Urban League and CBS National News Weekend Anchor “We are deeply saddened by the passing of Eric Paulsen, a beloved anchor and pillar in the New Orleans community. For four decades...

Empowering the Next Generation of Voters: Civic Engagement in Action

New Orleans Agenda Community organizations are proud to lead a dynamic, impactful effort this election season, focused on voter registration, education, and mobilization. Together, we are empowering young people to make their voices heard by helping...

Closing Arguments: Harris Seeks a Unified America While Trump’s Final Rally Descends into Bigotry and Chaos

Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent As Election Day draws closer, the divide between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump has become a chasm. With the help of well-known supporters like Beyoncé, Usher, and Bruce Springsteen who gathe...

They’ve Let the Devil Back In: The Repercussions of Donald Trump’s Re-Election

By A. Scott Bolden, Contributor “Forgive them, Father, for they know not what they have done.” In a stunning turn of events, America has once again found its neck under Donald Trump’s foot—a figure with a history that should make any truly patriotic...

Quinn Minute – Really ancient food

by Rix Quinn Sometimes I wonder how our ancient ancestors survived without foods like breakfast cereal and ice cream. But maybe they didn’t realize what they were missing, because pre-historic television commercials got such poor reception. Seriously...

SOC band and cheer student takes school spirit to new heights

DALLAS — “When I’m up there, I think, ‘let them do what they do, and just play,’” said Ki’Zydreeck F., who juggles the roles of both cheerleader and band member at South Oak Cliff High School. “I get a little scared every time, but once I’m lifted, I...

Why President Biden Should Immediately Name Kamala Harris To The Supreme Court

The future of the Supreme Court could be heavily skewed to the conservative side for decades to come following the election of Donald Trump.& Democrats can not afford to lose another seat on the Supreme Court over the next four years. This is a...

Businesses Preparing To Raise Consumer Prices To Offset Trump Tariff Costs

Photo: Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to impose blanket tariffs on all imports and a 60 percent duty on goods from China has several major businesses gearing up to raise consumer prices, per the Washington Post. Trump has ar...

Chicago Defender- Classified Public Announcement – American Cancer Society

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TCA Health Breaks Ground on New Nutrition and Wellness Center in Altgeld Gardens

Photo Credit: TCA Health, Inc. NFP/Facebook On Thursday (Nov. 7), TCA Health broke ground on a new Nutrition and Wellness Center in the Altgeld Gardens/Riverdale community. The nearly 10,000-square-foot multifunctional building will be connected to...

Alyia Gaskins Becomes 1st Black Woman Mayor Of Alexandria

Photo: Getty Images Voters in Alexandria, Virginia made a historic pick on Election Night. On Tuesday (Nov. 5), Democrat Alyia Gaskins was elected as the mayor of Alexandria, per NBC Washington. The win makes Gaskins the first Black woman to serve...

Illinois Leaders Pritzker and Stratton Reassure Residents After Trump Victory

In the wake of Donald Trump’s election win, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton address concerns, vowing to protect state values and marginalized communities (Photo Credit: @LtGovStratton/X). Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Lt. Gov....

New DCASE Commissioner Clinée Hedspeth on Reshaping Chicago’s Cultural Landscape

Recently appointed DCASE Commissioner Clinée Hedspeth shares her vision for an inclusive, accessible Chicago arts scene, shaped by the legacy of cultural icons and driven by community engagement (Photo Credit: City of Chicago). Clinée Hedspeth is dee...