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Former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Clarke Franklin was honored with a street and park renaming on March 27, 2025. Central Avenue is now Shirley C. Franklin Blvd., SW, and Westside Reservoir Park is renamed Shirley C. Franklin Park, celebrating her legacy a...
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Rev. Dr. Jamal Harrison Bryant, pastor of New Birth Baptist Church, orchestrates a powerful boycott of Target, highlighting its disregard for the Black community. With over 150,000 supporters and 100 Black vendors, the campaign has notably impacted s...
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The Martin Luther King People's Convention for Justice and Resistance will take place on April 26, 2025, at Essex County College in Newark. Backed by 65 organizations and the People’s Organization for Progress, the event aims to create a community ac...
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A strong grip is essential for daily tasks, from sports to opening jars. Enhance your grip strength with five enjoyable hand exercises. Dedicate just a few minutes daily, and soon you'll master those pesky pickle jars! Strengthen your grip with the f...
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Shelby County Commissioner Mickell Lowery has officially announced his candidacy for the 2026 mayoral election, seeking to succeed Mayor Lee Harris. Currently in his second term, Lowery has represented District 8 since 2018, becoming the fifth candid...
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The measles vaccine comprises a weakened virus that doesn't spread. The Texas outbreak results from a wild-type virus, not a vaccine strain. Misleading social media posts incorrectly attribute the outbreak to vaccination efforts or illegal immigratio...
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For numerous Black women, exhaustion conceals significant health concerns tied to vitamin D and iron deficiencies. Dr. Bryanne Standifer-Barrett highlights the necessity for awareness and culturally sensitive care. Black Girl Vitamins seeks to educat...
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On March 23, 2025, Texas volunteers joined forces with the global non-profit Dr. Shri. Nanasaheb Dharmadhikari Pratishthan (DSNDP) for a Storm Drain Marking project. This effort partnered with the City of Richardson at Indian Superstore, located at 3...
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Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff began his rally with, “You look good, Atlanta,” addressing pressing issues. “These are serious times, Atlanta. This is not a drill. Are you ready to fight?” Ossoff and Rev. Raphael Warnock, Georgia’s first Jewish and Black...
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On March 27, PNC Bank unveiled its new branch at 15360 Wyoming St., enhancing banking access in Detroit's Livernois-McNichols area. The facility offers cutting-edge technology, personalized services, and emphasizes financial literacy. Branch Manager...
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(Photo credit: National Blood Clot Alliance) Surviving three pulmonary embolisms, my journey commenced after childbirth in 2003, resulting in extended hospitalizations. Despite adversity, I graduated high school with honors. Eight years later, I enco...
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Lockland Local Schools enthusiastically announces Ryan Erkins as the new head football coach at Lockland High School. With ten years of coaching experience and dedication to youth development, Erkins plans to enhance the Panthers’ program, drawing on...
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As a new Chicago parent, capturing my daughter's milestones brings immense joy. However, sharing online can expose her to unkindness, as seen in Kyra Pringle's story. It's crucial to navigate this digital landscape with caution, ensuring we protect o...
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Following a controversial Signal chat involving Trump officials and journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, Democrats are raising alarms over potential Espionage Act violations. Legal experts agree that gross negligence may be present, yet prosecution seems unl...
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Memphis City Council unanimously passed a joint ordinance to broaden pre-K programs to encompass all 3-year-olds. “Currently, it only serves 4-year-olds. We aim to include 3-year-olds and support families of all income levels,” stated Kandace Thomas,...
