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The Trump administration's layoffs are decimating the Education Department's civil rights office, cutting staff by nearly half. With over 240 layoffs, investigations into discrimination and disabilities are now stalled, leaving families in uncertaint...
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Tanya Davis’ life took a turn down a road of destruction, living a dangerous life on the streets in Detroit, Michigan. Ms. Davis life as an addict: plagued with drug use, prostitution, domestic violence, and homelessness, which led to crime and subse...
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In Norfolk's Southside, the Southside Farmers Market launches this Sunday, promoting environmental justice and community health. This initiative addresses food insecurity affecting 1 in 4 children in Hampton Roads. Collaborating with Norfolk State Un...
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Mütter Evans and WAAA radio are iconic in Winston-Salem. Growing up on a farm instilled a strong work ethic, fueling her dream of becoming a broadcast journalist. After overcoming obstacles at Wake Forest, she became the youngest Black woman to own a...
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The U.S. Agriculture Department is discontinuing pandemic-era programs that allocated over $1 billion for schools and food banks to source local food. This decision threatens budgets for underfunded meal programs and local farmers, impacting children...
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The fight for free speech often masks a deeper issue: the silencing of diverse perspectives. Politicians champion free expression while banning books and erasing curricula. This contradiction undermines the true essence of the First Amendment, reveal...
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Anika Noni Rose, the voice of Princess Tiana, expressed her disappointment after Disney canceled the animated series "Tiana." In her Instagram post, she thanked fans for their support and urged them to show their desire for a "Princess and The Frog"...
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Pizza enthusiasts in Indiana can rejoice! The inaugural Indianapolis Pizza Festival will take place on August 9 at Monument Circle. Enjoy unlimited tastings, live entertainment, and a competition to crown the best pizza. Tickets go on sale March 12,...
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The Southside USCT Coalition will host a Community Resource Fair on March 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Southeast Indianapolis. Attendees can access vital services like employment opportunities, eviction help, and youth programs. Food trucks and activ...
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Indiana's Recycling Market Development Program awarded $3.7 million to five organizations to enhance recycling efforts across central Indiana. Notable projects include American Metals’ equipment for processing rare elements, ERI’s solar panel recycli...
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The Board of Public Works has approved a contract for universal curbside recycling in Indianapolis, starting in 2028. Lakeshore Recycling Systems will manage solid waste collections across seven districts, while Indy DPW maintains the remaining four....
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Saint Lucian filmmaker Kyvon Edwin has initiated a Kickstarter campaign to fund his short film, Bagay-La Nou Pòté (The Things We Carry). This coming-of-age sports drama explores a young cricketer's journey to the West Indies team, emphasizing resilie...
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I navigate numerous challenges, notably resisting the urge to be confined by societal labels. My core identity as a Christian and proud Black man encompasses diverse roles, including father and grandfather. Embracing complexities, I believe in self-d...
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President Trump’s renewed fiscal agenda prioritizes tax cuts for the wealthy while undermining social safety nets for vulnerable communities. His budget proposals exacerbate inequality, projected to deepen racial disparities and threaten the financia...
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Saint Lucian Megan Nestor earned Player of the Year and First Team All-Region honors from the NCCAA for 2025. The junior from Canaries averaged 19.9 points and 13.4 rebounds per game. Her Wayland Baptist teammate, Kaitlyn Jerden, also received recogn...
