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Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan delivered his final State of the City address on March 25, reflecting on a decade of progress in economic growth and crime reduction. While some celebrate his achievements, skepticism remains among Black Detroiters regarding...
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NEW YORK (AP) — Entrepreneurs such as Ericka Chambers, co-founder of Puzzles of Color, are evolving their strategies due to reduced diversity initiatives from major retailers. With partnerships declining, they are reevaluating future collaborations a...
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MARCH 26,1831—Richard Allen, the founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, dies in Philadelphia at 71. As the first bishop, he established a distinct Black religious identity and founded schools, including Allen University in Columbia, S.C.1...
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Last year's State of the City, held in a neighborhood church, highlighted community resilience. This year, Mayor Mike Duggan addressed Detroit's revival from the historic Hudson’s site, celebrating progress. He recognized local leaders, shared housin...
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(Kathia Woods | Special to the OBSERVER) The series returns after the dramatic Power Book III: Raising Kanan season 3 finale, featuring Raq (Patina Miller) and Kanan (Mekai Curtis) aligning against shared adversaries. Unique (Joey Bada$$) seeks reven...
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Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Culver City) is advocating for increased wages for incarcerated firefighters, proposing an hourly rate of $19. Currently earning $5-10 daily, these heroes protect California from wildfires. With AB 247 advancing, Bryan e...
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A Nashville study uncovers a concerning disparity in math confidence among Black girls, with over 70% expressing a negative math identity. Many fail to link math to their STEM career goals. Researchers stress the importance of culturally relevant mat...
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(By Laura Onyeneho | Houston Defender | Word In Black) Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour, launching April 28, 2025, brings budget dilemmas for fans. With ticket prices from $110 to $3,000, many face tough choices. While some strategize payment plans, othe...
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In Houston, the nursing shortage has escalated, with over 27,000 Registered Nurses (RNs) missing. Renée G. Omoyeni founded CompassRN to mentor aspiring nurses, focusing on underrepresented communities. The program offers essential skills and technolo...
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Historically, Black women have reshaped the beauty landscape. In celebration of Women's History Month, the California Black Health Network launches the Conscious Black Beauty Movement, encouraging Black women to select safer, non-toxic beauty product...
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Demonstrators gathered outside the Edward A. Garmatz U.S. District Courthouse in Baltimore on March 14, 2025, ahead of a hearing about Social Security data access. Frank Bisignano faced scrutiny over proposed cuts impacting millions reliant on Social...
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Black service members have heroically served the U.S. military across conflicts, yet they often faced racism. Recent actions by Arlington National Cemetery erased the stories of Black, Latino, and Indigenous heroes. We must advocate for their recogni...
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Former NBA star Mike Bibby returns to Sacramento as the new basketball coach for Sacramento State. Athletic director Mark Orr believes Bibby's leadership will revitalize the struggling program. Bibby aims to build a competitive team through the NCAA...
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President Trump’s 2024 campaign promises to lower egg prices, which soared under Biden. Recent USDA reports show wholesale prices dropped significantly, but retail costs remain high for consumers. Factors include avian flu and inflation. Experts emph...
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Meharry Medical College partners with Authority Health to offer third-year medical students hands-on family medicine training in Detroit's underserved areas. This collaboration enhances their education through a focus on both inpatient and outpatient...
