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U.S. economic growth experienced a significant downturn in the first quarter of 2025, largely influenced by President Donald Trump’s expansive tariff measures. According to the Commerce Department, the gross domestic product contracted at an annual r...
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TMH Behavioral Services marked its tenth anniversary with the “Shades of Blue & Kicks” event at Little Black Pearl Art and Design Academy, Kenwood. Attendees joined forces to raise $30,000 for TMH MANCAVE, which addresses the mental health needs...
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Vice President JD Vance visited Capitol Hill Wednesday night to cast a decisive vote that thwarted a bipartisan attempt to challenge President Donald Trump’s trade policies. The Senate's resolution to block Trump's tariffs fell 49-49, lacking necessa...
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticized Donald Trump in her first significant speech since her tenure ended, asserting he ignited the "greatest man-made economic crisis" with his tariffs. Speaking at the Emerge Gala in San Francisco, she empha...
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K-Love engaged in a profound dialogue with Monique Roberson for Black Women’s History Month, highlighting the essence of legacy as a dynamic, ongoing creation. K-Love the Poet embodies this notion, merging Maya Angelou’s spirit with Nikki Giovanni’s...
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Terrence Howard revealed he declined the chance to portray Marvin Gaye in a biopic, citing discomfort with intimacy on-screen. During an episode of Club Random with Bill Maher, he reflected on discussions with Quincy Jones regarding Gaye's sexual ori...
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On April 29, the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art welcomed artist Amanda Williams for a dialogue with Grammy-winning musician Corinne Bailey Rae, centering on Williams' book, *What Black Is This, You Say?* This event showcased the dynamic intersect...
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A comedic gem from Chicago's West Side, Tiera O’Leary, known as My Cousin Tiera, captivates audiences nationwide with her viral “Black Mama” skits and sold-out shows. Her journey sparked in 2016, encouraged by friends. Tiera's relatable humor stems f...
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A federal probe has commenced into Chicago Public Schools' initiative to bridge opportunity disparities for Black students, marking the Trump administration's inaugural challenge against a significant racial equity plan in a major school district. Th...
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When Thurgood Marshall struggled to convince the Supreme Court about segregated schools, he employed the doll test's emotional resonance. Black children preferred the White doll and deemed the Black one ugly, causing distress. Although colleague Spot...
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The faculty in Black Studies, Philosophy, and Technical Communication were informed via email about the immediate deactivation of these majors. Dr. Catherine Kaukinen communicated that the closure follows a three-year low enrollment review. Critics a...
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As Donald Trump nears the 100-day milestone of his second term, increasing discontent with his policies is evident. A Pew Research Center survey indicates only 40% approval, down seven points since February. Protests are scheduled in over 340 cities...
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Zumper, the rental marketplace platform, has unveiled its latest National Rent Report, analyzing data from over one million active listings across 100 cities, including Atlanta. The report indicates a slight national price stabilization, with one-bed...
