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Kaci Patterson stands as the founder and Chief Architect of the Black Equity Collective (BEC), a pivotal network dedicated to bolstering Black-led organizations' sustainability in Southern California. An alumna of Pepperdine University, Patterson ear...
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In 2025, Rosé and Bruno Mars’ hit “APT.” dominated Apple Music’s global song chart, securing its place as a Grammy-nominated phenomenon since its arrival in 2024. This collaboration marks the artists’ first ascent to the top position on the year-end...
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In 2016, a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention alarmed the Black gay community, estimating that 50% of Black gay men in the U.S. would face HIV in their lifetimes, despite the existence of effective preventive medications. DaSh...
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Since assuming office in January, President Donald Trump has begun fulfilling his commitment to dismantle the Department of Education. His administration has terminated thousands of employees, revoked racial equity policies, and recently reassigned e...
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This year's Black Friday was anything but typical. On November 28, Florin Square transformed into a vibrant marketplace featuring over 50 Black-owned businesses, live performances, and soul-food vendors, alongside the Sojourner Truth African Heritage...
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The race for California's next governor is losing candidates, with Democratic businessman Stephen Cloobeck recently exiting and endorsing Rep. Eric Swalwell. Currently, at least 10 contenders remain, though many names may not be familiar to voters. D...
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Sonya Young Aadam, a South Los Angeles native, currently serves as the CEO of the California Black Women’s Health Project (CABWHP). This nonprofit organization is dedicated to enhancing the health of Black women and girls in California via advocacy,...
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Rapper Toosii is pursuing his long-held dream by stepping away from his illustrious multi-platinum music career to focus on football, having officially committed to Syracuse University. The 25-year-old artist broke the news via social media, with a s...
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Sports unite individuals, a sentiment echoed in the short documentary “Hoops, Hopes, and Dreams.” This film illuminates how civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and fellow activists harnessed basketball as a catalyst for societal transforma...
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In the realm of higher education, a substantial endowment is often viewed as a hallmark of stability, enabling institutions to strategize for the future, recruit eminent talent, and withstand economic fluctuations. However, for Historically Black Col...
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Sean Paul encountered devastation unlike anything he had experienced as he toured the Jamaican countryside following Hurricane Melissa. This catastrophic Category 5 hurricane, with rainfall and winds surpassing 200 miles per hour, wreaked havoc in th...
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The health challenges faced by the Reverend Jesse Jackson have prompted deep reflection and prayers. His teachings, born from the ongoing struggle for freedom, resonate now more than ever.Globally, charismatic leaders often emerge during liberation...
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For many years, Sacramento has nurtured a wealth of musical talent, only to see its artists compelled to leave in search of viable opportunities. Singers, producers, and performers often encounter an inevitable hurdle: to sustain themselves in the ar...
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In February, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revised its soot regulations, addressing pollution generated by the combustion of various materials, including fossil fuels. This fine particulate matter is linked to serious health risks, includ...