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Former President Donald Trump has unveiled a new executive directive designed to "elevate the importance and impact of our nation's HBCUs as bastions of academic distinction and gateways to economic advancement that cultivate tomorrow's leaders acros...
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Rev. Clarinda Burston White learned the significance of prayer early in life, witnessing its impactful role during pivotal moments, such as overcoming a car accident and securing a kidney transplant for her husband. She will lead the 10th annual “Wh...
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Tensions flared on Capitol Hill as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. underwent rigorous examination concerning the Trump administration's proposed $21.6 billion reduction in the public health infrastructure, with grave ramific...
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At just 18, Natalie Mott became a mother, unaware that years later, she would create a meaningful baby shower initiative aimed at young, marginalized parents in her city. In 2021, she founded Lullabies and Chaos, driven by the goal to acknowledge an...
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A woman attends a summit exploring employment opportunities with Employ Prince George’s. Black women are indisputably vital to the U.S. workforce, often laboring harder, earning less, and managing significant challenges across multiple sectors. Des...
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For more than three decades, Jalen Rose has profoundly impacted both the basketball sphere and societal reform. On May 19, 2025, he revealed an innovative initiative poised to transform educational opportunities for Black youth in Southeastern Michig...
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Since his inauguration, President Donald Trump has consistently emphasized the significance of financial investments in the U.S., claiming credit for their influx. He initially proclaimed $3 trillion in investments, escalating the figure to over $10...
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The initial 100 days of Trump's presidency were marked by actions profoundly impacting lives both domestically and globally. My frustration stems from Trump's unjust treatment of Dr. Carla Hayden, the distinguished Librarian of Congress, which mirro...
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Emerging leadership that resists pressure and embraces potential is gaining prominence at a pivotal moment. On May 22, 2025, three mayors addressing policy failures and striving to rejuvenate their cities will convene in Detroit for Forum III of the...
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On May 14, Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled his revised budget proposal for 2025-26, amounting to $321.9 billion. This initiative addresses a looming $11.9 billion deficit while safeguarding essential investments in education, healthcare, and behaviora...
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A catastrophic blaze severely damaged Louisiana's historic Nottoway Plantation House, built in 1859. While certain white observers lamented the destruction, many Black Americans and their allies celebrated on social media, perceiving this tragedy a...
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A Michigan court has significantly enhanced reproductive rights by permanently annulled three longstanding abortion restrictions: the mandatory 24-hour waiting period, required informed consent paperwork, and the rule limiting abortion procedures to...
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As of 2023, homeownership among Black residents in Detroit is around 49.7%, while white residents enjoy a higher rate of 57.9%, underscoring a significant racial divide. This issue becomes more pressing as Black individuals represent approximately 77...
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Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento recently celebrated its eighth annual Rock the Block Oak Park on May 9-10. Hosted at Saint Paul Church and collaborating with the City of Sacramento, this two-day revitalization initiative focused on maintai...
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Carl Maryland, the esteemed father of veteran OBSERVER photographer Robert Maryland, passed away peacefully on April 28 after a protracted struggle with dementia. At 84, Maryland resided in Elk Grove and was once a promising shortstop on the brink of...
