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As the explosive federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs continues in Manhattan, the fate of one of hip-hop’s most iconic figures now lies in the hands of a diverse jury of 12 New Yorkers, ranging in age from 30 to 74.Wi...
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Acclaimed filmmaker Abderrahmane Sissako returned to the screen with Black Tea, premiering at the 2025 New York African Film Festival. Known for masterpieces like Timbuktu and Bamako, Sissako teams with co-writer Kessen Tall to explore a modern, int...
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“What we lost in the fire, we find in the ashes” resonates with the resilience seen in Buffalo and its newly elected City Councilwoman, Zeneta B. Everhart. As the community commemorates the third anniversary of a devastating racially motivated shooti...
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Southwest Tennessee Community College’s 2025 commencement will be one for the history books. Among the 1,295 candidates, 43 high school seniors from Medical District High School (MDHS) will graduate not just with diplomas—but with associate degrees,...
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In a pivotal move toward justice reform, a federal judge has ordered the appointment of an independent remediation manager to oversee operations at Rikers Island, following years of documented abuse and constitutional violations. The ruling in Nunez...
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Joe Tate has declared his candidacy for Michigan's vacant U.S. Senate seat, distinguishing himself as the inaugural Black candidate in the 2026 Democratic primary. His entry intensifies a contest that holds significant implications for Democrats eage...
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Tarsha Gale has long understood that titles alone don't reform systems; tangible action does. As the newly appointed Executive Director of Brilliant Detroit, she embodies this principle with vision and determination. The organization emphasizes stayi...
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams is under renewed scrutiny after citing dyslexia as the reason he was unable to unlock his phone for federal investigators during a now-dismissed corruption probe. “I’m dyslexic. I couldn’t get numbers,” Adams said at a...
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Collaborating with the Children’s Defense Fund, the Roberts Family Development Center (RFDC) has hosted Freedom Schools in Sacramento for over a decade. This year, approximately 840 students will benefit from this summer's six-week literacy program....
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On Saturday, women experiencing economic challenges or seeking to rejoin the workforce were uplifted during a complimentary professional attire giveaway and resource fair organized by the Sacramento Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. Titled “Wardrob...
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American public education grapples with profound hurdles due to political strife, budget deficits, and challenges to diversity efforts. Despite growing student diversity, educator representation lags significantly. Thus, it’s essential for stakehold...
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Ricki Fairley, a dedicated mother and stage 3 breast cancer survivor, highlights the urgent issue of mortality disparities. Despite lower diagnosis rates, Black women experience elevated breast cancer mortality. Federal funding reductions jeopardize...
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During a recent Lyft journey, I noted the driver’s disinterest in politics. His dismissal of Kamala Harris exemplified a troubling trend of misinformation that undermines voter engagement, especially within Black communities. Proposed Medicaid cuts...
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Overview: Drawing from a collegiate blog, Amanda Moore-Karim's Luxy’s Haus harmoniously integrates photography, a fragrance collection, and Tarot readings, uniquely celebrating fashion and racial healing. Against the backdrop of the fashion industry...
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Attorney Terrance Reshay Robinson, at the forefront of Louisa United, addresses the Trump Administration's detrimental policies during a “Hands Off” Rally in Virginia. While many MAGA supporters commend Trump's initial term for undoing civil rights...