1 month ago
A mother, Tateona Williams, who tragically lost her two children to hypothermia while homeless, has received a new home from Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries. This gesture follows her family's plea for help amidst severe conditions. Williams will st...
1 month ago
We're calling for your support as we celebrate Black Press Day on March 16th. This day highlights the deep connection between the Black Press, Black Churches, and HBCUs. Join us in prayer and action to uphold justice, equity, and truth through digit...
1 month ago
The SWAC men's and women's basketball tournaments debut in metro Atlanta in 2025. Kicking off March 11, the finals are on March 15 at College Park's Gateway Center Arena. Commissioner McClelland sees Atlanta as ideal, with robust alumni support and s...
1 month ago
Edwin Freeman for Black Star News highlights Latoya LeGrand's campaign in Queens, targeting women's rights and economic empowerment. Her "Women Forward" initiative proposes a Women's Business Center, childcare support, and enhanced healthcare service...
1 month ago
Dear Editor: Potholes plague certain neighborhoods, posing safety risks. Paddock Road and Gilbert Avenue resemble Swiss cheese, hindering navigation to I-75 and Eden Park. My car suffered damage from these main roads' disrepair, leaving me stranded a...
1 month ago
A Jamaican-born psychotherapist in New York highlights rising anxiety in Caribbean immigrant communities due to President Donald J. Trump’s deportation policies. Vassell G. O’Gilvie notes fear drives clients away from in-person visits, opting for te...
1 month ago
Two Chicago moms allege racial profiling against their daughters, Mailynn Hall and Addison Wleh, both Black, during a Chinatown visit. Normally joyful, the trip to AJ Housewares & Gifts, 2155 S. China Pl., became unsettling. "Our family frequently sh...
1 month ago
A federal court has halted the Trump administration's attempt to freeze vital federal funding for states, marking a legal defeat. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul argued that this freeze threatens essential programs. The court's ruling affirms t...
1 month ago
Detroit's Renaissance Center has long defined the skyline, but its future hangs in the balance. As General Motors relocates, debates intensify over preservation versus redevelopment. While some advocate for historic designation, others seek transform...
1 month ago
The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History invites everyone to enjoy free admission on Second Sundays from March to June 2025, thanks to Bank of America. Discover powerful exhibits, special programs, and cultural events on March 9, Apri...
1 month ago
U.S. Army Reserve physical therapy assistant Elvia Azuara bonded with a stray cat, Fent, in Kosovo. Through the "War Torn Pups & Cats" program by Paws of War, founded by Robert Misseri, Azuara reunited with Fent in Texas, easing her transition home....
1 month ago
#eedition width: 100%; height: calc(100vw * 0.50) @media only screen and (max-width: 1400px) #eedition width: 100%; height: calc(100vw * 0.65) @media only screen and (max-width: 900px) #eedition width: 100%; height: calc(100vw * 1.10) #jp-r...
1 month ago
Memphis Light, Gas, and Water is advancing solar energy and battery storage plans to enhance system reliability, affordability, and sustainability. MLGW President and CEO Doug McGowen revealed at a news conference on March 5 that the utility will iss...
1 month ago
Discover vibrant events on The OBSERVER's calendar at SacObserver.com. Submit events two weeks ahead for a feature. Highlights include a special screening of "N.W.A.: Not Without Alonzo," a Legislative Open House, Dr. David Covin Scholarship, and eng...
1 month ago
Roy Ayers, iconic jazz vibraphonist, known for "Everybody Loves the Sunshine," passed away at 84 in New York. His music influenced artists like Dr. Dre and Ice Cube. Ayers' "Lifeline" album peaked at No. 9 on R&B charts. Survived by his wife Argerie,...
