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Tax season has arrived, with a filing deadline of April 15 to prevent penalties. While many anticipate tax refunds, some resort to expensive loans. Rather than incurring high fees, think about modifying your W-4 to optimize your finances throughout t...
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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is leading a legal challenge against former President Trump's attempts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. Raoul, alongside 20 attorneys general, seeks to halt mass layoffs and service transfers, empha...
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President Trump's nominee for the Social Security Administration, Frank Bisignano, pledged to enhance customer service and reduce payment errors during his Senate hearing. He emphasized quick improvements, including cutting phone wait times, while en...
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Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Culver City) is advocating for increased wages for incarcerated firefighters, proposing an hourly rate of $19. Currently earning $5-10 daily, these heroes protect California from wildfires. With AB 247 advancing, Bryan e...
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A Nashville study uncovers a concerning disparity in math confidence among Black girls, with over 70% expressing a negative math identity. Many fail to link math to their STEM career goals. Researchers stress the importance of culturally relevant mat...
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(By Laura Onyeneho | Houston Defender | Word In Black) Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour, launching April 28, 2025, brings budget dilemmas for fans. With ticket prices from $110 to $3,000, many face tough choices. While some strategize payment plans, othe...
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In Houston, the nursing shortage has escalated, with over 27,000 Registered Nurses (RNs) missing. Renée G. Omoyeni founded CompassRN to mentor aspiring nurses, focusing on underrepresented communities. The program offers essential skills and technolo...
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Historically, Black women have reshaped the beauty landscape. In celebration of Women's History Month, the California Black Health Network launches the Conscious Black Beauty Movement, encouraging Black women to select safer, non-toxic beauty product...
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Demonstrators gathered outside the Edward A. Garmatz U.S. District Courthouse in Baltimore on March 14, 2025, ahead of a hearing about Social Security data access. Frank Bisignano faced scrutiny over proposed cuts impacting millions reliant on Social...
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Black service members have heroically served the U.S. military across conflicts, yet they often faced racism. Recent actions by Arlington National Cemetery erased the stories of Black, Latino, and Indigenous heroes. We must advocate for their recogni...
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Former NBA star Mike Bibby returns to Sacramento as the new basketball coach for Sacramento State. Athletic director Mark Orr believes Bibby's leadership will revitalize the struggling program. Bibby aims to build a competitive team through the NCAA...
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Breanne “Bree” Lovelace, the 77th Miss Central State University, made history as the second runner-up at the Mister & Miss HBCU Pageant. A graduating senior from Columbus, Ohio, her dedication to education and community service drives her mission to...
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Five senior leaders at the CDC are departing as the agency faces potential workforce cuts of up to 30%. The affected divisions include Public Health Infrastructure and Health Equity. Concerns grow among staff regarding leadership changes amid ongoing...
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Mayor Lee Harris and the Shelby County Commission have developed a proposed reform framework for the community grant system. Presently, commissioners lack oversight after grants are awarded, and without established “guidelines,” recipient organizatio...
