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Vice President JD Vance acknowledged White House adviser Elon Musk's "mistakes" regarding the Department of Government Efficiency. However, a manipulated audio clip falsely amplifies Vance's remarks. Experts deem the clip "100% fake," with Vance’s sp...
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Denise Smith's federal career began 50 years ago under President Nixon. While still in high school, she secured a Navy intern position in Annapolis, Maryland. Over 35 years, she advanced through diverse human resources leadership roles within the Nav...
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A West Virginia couple, Jeanne Whitefeather, 63, and Donald Lantz, 62, received a combined prison sentence of up to 375 years for abusing their five adopted Black children and subjecting them to slavery. Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney Debra Rusn...
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Black women in law represent only 4.1% of U.S. lawyers in 2024, highlighting their significant underrepresentation. Despite facing systemic barriers, their remarkable resilience and vital contributions are reshaping courtrooms and law firms, ensuring...
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George Edward Foreman emerged as a fierce contender, reminiscent of the notorious heavyweight champion Sonny Liston. Once a feared figure in boxing, Liston lost his title to Muhammad Ali in 1964. His former trainer instilled a similar intimidating mi...
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Mia Love, a trailblazing former congresswoman from Utah and the first Black Republican woman in the U.S. House, passed away on March 23 at her Saratoga Springs home. She was 49, succumbing to glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer she bravely fough...
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UC Davis' annual Equity Summit, held on March 11, celebrated social justice through massages, drum circles, and more. Organizers aimed to amplify voices against anti-DEI rhetoric. Award winners, including Angileena Hayes, highlighted community resili...
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Willie L. Simmons, Jr., founder of the Northern California Minority Junior Golf Association, Inc., passed away on March 8 at 94. A trailblazer for Black golfers, he dedicated his life to mentoring youth in the sport. His legacy includes promoting gol...
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Concerns rise as U.S. Congress debates significant cuts to Medicaid and social programs, alarming Californians, especially seniors and disabled individuals. Community activist Diana Madoshi emphasizes the impact on Medi-Cal, urging protection of esse...
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By Jennifer Porter Gore | Word In Black Overview: Last summer's food safety crisis could repeat itself. With 48 million annual foodborne illness cases, consumers may unknowingly face risks. Recent disbanded safety committees raise alarms about poten...
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By Levi Perrin | Word In Black (WIB) – Women's sports are thriving, yet significant pay disparities persist. The gender pay gap remains a pressing issue, particularly for Black women athletes. As audiences grow, the demand for fair compensation escal...
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Under President Biden, the EPA aimed to rectify environmental injustices affecting Black communities. However, recent cuts, including the closure of 10 Environmental Justice Divisions, signal a troubling retreat from these efforts. Critics argue this...
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Bishop Michael Curry, appointed in 2015, emphasizes love over hate amid global challenges. He believes in the inherent goodness of humanity, urging the church to focus on Jesus' teachings. Curry's passionate message advocates for hope and justice, ch...
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Reports suggest that Mike Bibby, ex-Sacramento Kings player, will be named as the head coach for Sacramento State men's basketball on Tuesday. This pivotal decision comes after Brennan Marion's historic appointment as the first Black head football co...
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Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett (D) firmly addressed Attorney General Pam Bondi's remarks about criticism of Elon Musk. During a Fox News segment, Bondi connected protests against Musk to vandalism. Crockett rebutted, highlighting her dedicatio...
