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Collaborating with the Children’s Defense Fund, the Roberts Family Development Center (RFDC) has hosted Freedom Schools in Sacramento for over a decade. This year, approximately 840 students will benefit from this summer's six-week literacy program....
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On Saturday, women experiencing economic challenges or seeking to rejoin the workforce were uplifted during a complimentary professional attire giveaway and resource fair organized by the Sacramento Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. Titled “Wardrob...
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Ricki Fairley, a dedicated mother and stage 3 breast cancer survivor, highlights the urgent issue of mortality disparities. Despite lower diagnosis rates, Black women experience elevated breast cancer mortality. Federal funding reductions jeopardize...
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American public education grapples with profound hurdles due to political strife, budget deficits, and challenges to diversity efforts. Despite growing student diversity, educator representation lags significantly. Thus, it’s essential for stakehold...
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During a recent Lyft journey, I noted the driver’s disinterest in politics. His dismissal of Kamala Harris exemplified a troubling trend of misinformation that undermines voter engagement, especially within Black communities. Proposed Medicaid cuts...
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Overview: Drawing from a collegiate blog, Amanda Moore-Karim's Luxy’s Haus harmoniously integrates photography, a fragrance collection, and Tarot readings, uniquely celebrating fashion and racial healing. Against the backdrop of the fashion industry...
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Attorney Terrance Reshay Robinson, at the forefront of Louisa United, addresses the Trump Administration's detrimental policies during a “Hands Off” Rally in Virginia. While many MAGA supporters commend Trump's initial term for undoing civil rights...
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This article originally appeared on Defender Network (WIB) – Following a five-year pause, the federal government is set to renew its debt collection efforts aimed at millions of student loan defaulters. The U.S. Department of Education is notifying...
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After three decades of abandonment, Detroit’s historic Lee Plaza is undergoing a significant revival. Construction has commenced on the 15-story Art Deco building, aiming to transform it into 117 affordable housing units for seniors, marking a pivota...
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The Detroit Pistons are embracing more than just their on-court endeavors; they’re fostering Detroit’s entrepreneurial drive. Celebrating Small Business Month, the Pistons, alongside Amazon, will host the third SHOP313 Small Business Summit on May 14...
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Search for “the only bomb dropped on an American neighborhood” to discover a chilling chapter from four decades ago that devastated Philadelphia’s Black community. On May 13, 1985, Philadelphia Police detonated a bomb on a MOVE rowhouse, claiming the...
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Celebrating 55 years of impactful service, First Independence Bank evolved from its roots in civil unrest into a leading Black-owned financial institution. Founded on May 14, 1970, it was spearheaded by visionaries like Roberta Wright and Berry Go...
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The ongoing conflict in American education highlights the tension between parental rights and evolving curricula. Notably, the Supreme Court case Mahmoud v. Taylor emphasizes parents’ fundamental right to opt out of lessons conflicting with their rel...
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As an aficionado of Black cinema and television, I often quote classics, like a poignant moment from the 2002 film "Antwone Fisher." The narrative, spotlighting childhood trauma in foster care, unfolds Derek Luke's poignant transformation under Denze...
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Dr. Troy Williams and Aron King have launched Deeper Cuts Therapy, aiming to enhance mental health awareness within the Black community. Their vision emphasizes collective healing and culturally sensitive services. With the R&B Running Series ev...
