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Fred Durhal Jr., a stalwart of Michigan’s political scene and father of Detroit City Councilmember Fred Durhal III, died on November 19, 2025, at 73. Renowned for his steadfast commitment to public service and passionate community advocacy, Durhal’s...
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The recent introduction of the Rx Kids initiative in Wayne County has garnered significant attention for its dedication to tackling the health and economic difficulties that new mothers face. While this program is redefining maternal and infant healt...
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When discussing homeownership in Chicago, it's much more than simply acquiring a property. For numerous Black families, it's about fostering stability, generating wealth, and preserving assets for future generations. Unfortunately, this aspiration of...
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In a significant blow to the local economy, Australian mining giant Fortescue has abandoned plans for a $210 million EV battery factory, which would have generated 600 well-paying jobs. This decision has prompted Democratic lawmakers to demand accoun...
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Detroit's historic landscape has been revitalized with the inauguration of the Dr. Violet T. Lewis Village, a $29.3 million affordable senior housing initiative offering over 100 income-restricted apartments on the former site of Michigan's sole Hist...
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On Monday, June 28, 2025, Leibo Glover, a security expert residing in Los Angeles, recounted his experience following a below-the-knee amputation due to diabetes. Diagnosed in 2018, Glover had initially considered his condition minor, self-treating a...
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Trucks transporting agricultural goods navigated fields near Firebaugh in Fresno County on September 24, 2025. Recent federal mandates may reduce California's truck drivers by approximately 61,000, following an executive order from President Trump th...
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When I dreamed of being the first Black woman on the Supreme Court as a child, it seemed ambitious, especially growing up in Richmond, Virginia, well-known for its Confederate legacy. However, my aspiration boiled down to a desire for a federal job,...
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Over three-quarters of American adults forwent a COVID vaccination last season, a trend that health experts suggest might worsen this year with new government guidelines. Initially, the COVID vaccine gained traction, with approximately 75% of America...
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In October, Governor Gavin Newsom endorsed two Senate bills from the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC). One, proposed by Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D-Los Angeles), aims to enhance pay equity by broadening employer pay-data reporting. The se...
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On a chilly November morning, a press conference unfolded at the U.S. House steps, shortly before a vote aimed at unsealing files related to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene expressed profound frust...
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Every Sunday at 122nd and Seventh Avenue, the doors of the Christian Parish for Spiritual Renewal welcome worshippers, but last Sunday marked a noteworthy occasion. Pastor Rev. Ron Sullivan, 59, shared his final sermon before the church’s 70th annive...
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Nnenna Anosike once thrived in the high-stakes realm of pharmaceutical research, where she prospered for six uninterrupted years, attracting recruiters without even submitting her resume. However, her journey took a drastic turn when, following nine...
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This week, your intention is to take a firm yet positive stand for your convictions, stepping forward with purpose and confidence. You will create a bold cardboard placard, write your message with clarity, and join fellow supporters in a spirited ma...
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The Detroit City Council has unanimously decided to uphold a temporary suspension imposed on a local demolition contractor, accused of using contaminated soil and failing to compensate subcontractors. The recent two-hour special session, conducted in...