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In April, under directives from President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), California experienced the loss of over 5,600 AmeriCorps public service members alongside a staggering $60 million cut in funding. AmeriCorps volunte...
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What initially began five years ago as an initiative to celebrate Black history has blossomed into a much-anticipated annual affair, welcoming nearly 8,000 participants. The Black Cowboys Parade and Festival, which took place on July 27, was envisio...
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The Florin Square Community Development Corp. hosted its fifth annual small business success summit on July 26, providing a platform for entrepreneurs to network and explore untapped resources. Executive Director Aaron Boyce emphasized the initiativ...
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The National African American Child and Family Research Center (NAACFRC) at Morehouse School of Medicine aims to establish national leadership and excellence in community-focused research to enhance services for African American children and families...
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U.S. singer Ciara has become one of the initial public figures to obtain citizenship in Benin, following a recent legislative initiative aimed at granting citizenship to descendants of enslaved individuals. The Grammy-winning artist received her citi...
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A viral video filmed in what appears to be a high school cafeteria begins with Jeremiah Mason, a Black student at Fresno Christian Schools, enjoying chicken fingers. Suddenly, another student enters and greets him with a racial slur. Mason, then a se...
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Presenting a thoughtfully assembled collection of this week’s most captivating news stories, now available in an easily accessible audio format. Immerse yourself in the crucial headlines that resonate, spanning from intriguing local tales to signific...
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Millions of Americans with Parent PLUS loans face potential hurdles in accessing student loan forgiveness, according to Forbes. The recently passed “Big, Beautiful Bill” fundamentally revamped the federal student loan landscape, bidding farewell to s...
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A recent 16-page policy brief from the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies cautions that federal investments designed to promote economic opportunities for Black communities are at risk. This is largely due to the Trump administration's e...
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A recent report by Harris Poll underscores a crucial perspective: while a vast majority of Americans acknowledge the significance of skilled trades, they perceive these professions as undervalued, particularly within educational systems. Conducted be...
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A recent survey revealed that former President Barack Obama could outpace Donald Trump by a significant margin in a theoretical contest for a third presidential term. Conducted by Daily Mail/J.L. Partners from July 9 to 10, the poll surveyed 1,013 re...
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On Thursday, July 31, Harris revealed her forthcoming memoir, titled “107 Days,” which will delve into her “intense, high-stakes, and profoundly personal” campaign for the presidency. Former President Joe Biden officially exited the race on July 21,...
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Higher education stands at a pivotal juncture. While college is still perceived as a gateway to financial advancement, it has, for many — particularly Black students — turned into a cycle of debt without degrees. Approximately 17% of all college stud...
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A gunman who fatally shot four individuals in a Manhattan office tower attributed his mental health challenges to the National Football League, reportedly intending to target its headquarters but mistakenly took the incorrect elevator, authorities di...
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The Washington Post, traditionally recognized as the "paper of record," faces a significant departure of Black journalists. Despite the growing diversity across the U.S., the newspaper falls short in representation. Situated in a diverse Washington,...