Category : News Talk

California Budget Cuts Didn’t Stop Lawmakers From Funding Favorite Local Projects

Assembly members convened for a session at the state Capitol in Sacramento on September 12, 2025. Despite a staggering $12 billion deficit, California’s Legislature allocated over $415 million for local initiatives aimed at bolstering electoral pros...

History Made: Mary Sheffield Joins Growing Ranks Of Black Women Mayors

The 2025 Election Night didn’t just create headlines; it marked a historical moment in Detroit. Voters broke a 324-year barrier by electing Mary Sheffield as the city’s inaugural female and Black mayor. Her triumph signifies more than just progress...

Black Children Hit Hardest By Wave Of Head Start Closures Across The U.S.

As the government shutdown stretches into its sixth week, Head Start, the renowned initiative established to enhance school readiness for children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, has run out of funding.Experts indicate that the funding...

Black Wealth Starts With Land — Inside The Movement To Close The Housing Gap

The initiative "Property is Power!" aims to enhance home and community ownership. In the U.S., property transcends mere land; it symbolizes power, access, and stability, influencing who thrives and who is marginalized. As reported by Redfin, Black ho...

Lawmakers Pass Bill To Simplify Financial Aid For Black Foster Students

Governor Gavin Newsom has recently enacted Assembly Bill 243, designed to facilitate access to financial aid for at-risk youth pursuing higher education. Authored by Assemblymember Patrick Ahrens (D-Silicon Valley), this pivotal legislation aims to d...

From Track To Advocacy: Olympian Chaunté Lowe’s Mission To Fight Breast Cancer

Chaunté Lowe, a four-time Olympian and bronze medalist, is sharing her narrative following a diagnosis of triple-negative invasive ductal carcinoma, a notably aggressive form of breast cancer, in June 2019.At 34, Lowe began self-examinations after...

Democrats Move To Reverse Cuts To U.S. Foreign Assistance Programs

A recent Democratic initiative aims to reinstate nearly $5 billion in unused foreign aid funding that the Trump administration allowed to lapse on September 30. This proposal lacks specificity regarding which international initiatives would benefit,...

Black Voters Front And Center In Prop. 50’s Aftermath

With over 8 million votes tallied, California's Proposition 50 has been decisively accepted, garnering 64% against 36%. This achievement marks a notable political success for Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, who promoted the initiative as vital in p...

Sacramento State Hoops Start Strong As Both Teams Celebrate Season-Opening Victories

Three triumphant debuts unfolded in Sacramento State basketball this week, heralding the start of the 2025-26 season.The most eagerly anticipated introduction was that of former Sacramento Kings legend Mike Bibby, who helmed the men’s team to a decis...

Industry Icons Headline 2025 Critics Choice Celebration Of Black Cinema And TV

The Critics Choice Association has unveiled the honorees for its 8th annual celebration of Black Cinema and Television, scheduled for December 9th at the Fairmont Hotel in Los Angeles.Executive Producer Shawn Edwards expressed his pride in honoring...

Legendary Jayne Kennedy Makes a Special Appearance at Underground Books

Jayne Kennedy, a groundbreaking figure who transformed American perceptions in broadcast and entertainment, is back with her memoir, “Plain Jayne.” Released in September, the book reflects her evolution from a small-town girl in Ohio to an influentia...

Where To Turn For Medical Bill Help: Lifelines You Should Know

Open enrollment for 2026 Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance plans commenced over the weekend, yet Congress remains undecided on the potential extension of premium tax credits initiated by President Joe Biden in 2021, which are set to expire on Dec...

How Our Veterans Are Let Down in Their Own Country

A recent study published in the Journal of Veterans Studies sheds light on the challenges faced by veterans transitioning into civilian life. It identifies “institutional betrayal” as a critical concern, highlighting how insufficient support during...

Black Christians Face a Defining Test: Will the Church Answer the Call?

The assassination of Charlie Kirk highlighted enduring divisions within Black churches. Following the event, numerous African American Christians took to social media to share their shock, indifference, or even support for the incident. The reaction...

GOP Moves To Block Implementation Of California’s New Congressional Map

On Wednesday, California Republicans initiated a federal lawsuit aimed at obstructing a recently approved U.S. House map that voters decisively supported.Proposition 50, championed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, aims to assist Democrats in gainin...