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As California legislators approach the Sept. 13 deadline to finalize and submit bills for the 2024–25 session, several pivotal measures have been advanced to Gov. Gavin Newsom. Among these are five educational bills that, if enacted, could significan...
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Following months dedicated to renovations, including the addition of modern restrooms, revamped flooring, and vibrant murals, Florin Square celebrated its grand reopening on September 20. "We are Sacramento’s Black Wall Street. The Black community re...
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The death of Assata Shakur has created a profound emptiness for those who revered her not just as a revolutionary figure, but also as a mother, poet, and a beacon of liberation, exemplifying endurance and sacrifice. On Black Press USA’s Let It Be Kno...
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The Free Speech Movement at UC Berkeley, originating in the 1960s, was a pivotal force for civil disobedience that significantly influenced the nation. Students, faculty, and staff unified to express their concerns on pressing issues, such as war, ci...
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Lewis Hamilton has announced the passing of his bulldog, Roscoe, who has been a prominent presence in the Formula 1 paddock. After several days of medical care, Hamilton described the decision to euthanize Roscoe as “one of the most painful experienc...
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Recently, Randevyn Piérre entered a church basement in Atlanta, witnessing an extraordinary scenario: older Black individuals living with HIV openly sharing their personal journeys, emphasizing that their faith and health status need not be at odds....
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Lieutenant Colonel George E. Hardy, one of the last remaining Tuskegee Airmen to participate in combat during World War II, has passed away in Sarasota, Florida, at the remarkable age of 100. Born in Philadelphia on June 8, 1925, Hardy joined the U.S...
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Under Donald Trump’s administration, immigration policy has swung towards stringent restrictions, placing numerous immigrants of color in jeopardy. Haitians with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) are particularly affected. Current legal stipulations m...
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California’s Senate Bill (SB) 694, aimed at shielding veterans and service members from exploitative practices, is poised for a comprehensive vote in the Senate when the legislative session restarts in January 2026. Crafted by Sen. Bob Archuleta (D-L...
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A Midwestern educator once remarked to her students that a sense of humor signifies intelligence. “Observe our classroom,” she noted. “The brightest students grasp the jokes immediately, while others may falter.” Although I have not consulted a physi...
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Bam Adebayo recently had the honor of presenting A’ja Wilson with her groundbreaking fourth WNBA MVP trophy, an experience he described as one of the summer’s most memorable moments. During a media day event on September 19 in Las Vegas, Adebayo spok...
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Rae Lewis-Thornton vividly recalls the day she learned of her HIV diagnosis. At 23, vibrant and thriving in her desired role as a political strategist, she received a troubling letter after organizing a blood donation drive. The brief visit to her lo...
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On Monday, a state agency rescinded the professional license of Iowa's largest school district leader, Des Moines public schools Superintendent Ian Roberts, shortly after federal authorities apprehended him under allegations of residing and working i...
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Leangela Frazier recalls the moment her life became unstable. At 39, this single mother of four left a tumultuous relationship and found herself switching between friends' couches. A friend directed her to Women’s Empowerment, a Sacramento nonprofit...
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Maraskeshia Smith is on the verge of being appointed as Sacramento’s new city manager, as indicated by sources from City Hall. If confirmed, she will make history as the first Black woman to occupy this role. The City Council is set to hold a vote re...