5 months ago
Kimberly Douglas paid a heartfelt visit to her son Bryce’s grave at National Harmony Memorial Park in Maryland. Following his tragic fentanyl overdose, she founded “Black Moms Against Overdose” on Facebook to raise awareness. The overdose crisis in t...
5 months ago
Texas's educational accountability framework heavily leans on the STAAR assessment, often overlooking varied student development and placing undue stress on educators. Streamlining excessive testing and integrating ongoing evaluations could significa...
5 months ago
Thomas Jefferson emphasized the necessity of a well-balanced government to ensure that no single branch dominates the others. Today, the National Urban League is actively contesting executive orders that infringe upon free speech and equal protection...
5 months ago
Renowned theologian Howard Thurman found solace beneath his beloved oak tree, embodying steadfastness. This image beautifully parallels the enduring strength of Black families throughout history, who have triumphed over challenges while fostering the...
5 months ago
HB 2988, proposed by Rep. Mano DeAyala, R-Houston, poses a significant threat to the Texas Citizens Participation Act's safeguarding provisions. Should this legislation advance, it could impose financial burdens on Texans by allowing discretionary at...
5 months ago
General Charles Q. Brown Jr., a groundbreaking figure in the U.S. Air Force, faced dismissal under the leadership of a former president no longer in office. As the nation reflects on the role of public figures and evolving policy, the significance of...
5 months ago
The Dallas Examiner is hosting a series of candidate forums in the lead-up to the May 3 election, offering voters an opportunity to connect directly with individuals running for local office. These forums spotlight candidates seeking seats on the Dal...
5 months ago
Captain Ibrahim Traoré assumed the presidency of Burkina Faso following a coup d'état on September 30, 2022, initiating transformative, sovereignty-focused reforms. By rejecting Western financial assistance, he not only expelled French military perso...
5 months ago
Joy Reid's termination from MSNBC signals the decline of race-baiting and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. What began as a satirical commentary has now transcended into a prescient observation. In a manner reminiscent of Rachel Dol...
5 months ago
Raymond Laseter ardently combines his passions for Black history, baseball, and entrepreneurship at Birmingham's Negro Southern League Museum. Alongside his brother Kwamell, he co-founded Voltron Printing, which recently introduced Legacy Threads to...
5 months ago
Brothers Raymond and Kwamell Laseter proudly launched Legacy Threads, a line of vintage baseball jerseys, coinciding with Black History Month at the esteemed Negro Southern League Museum. This affordable collection features stylish cotton T-shirts, c...
5 months ago
After a nationwide search, the Birmingham Water Works Board has reinstated Mac Underwood as general manager, awarding him an annual salary of $446,118. A former finance director for the City of Birmingham and previous Water Works general manager, Und...
5 months ago
AL.com's insightful series, “Beyond the Violence,” delves into innovative solutions aimed at improving safety and quality of life in Birmingham. In a poignant response to personal tragedy, Sheree Kennon established What About Us, motivated by the hea...
5 months ago
A coalition of consumers is gearing up for a 24-hour economic hiatus to voice their discontent with corporate avarice and diminished diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Spearheaded by John Schwarz's People's Union USA, this movement a...
5 months ago
Prominent civil rights figure Dr. Al Sharpton is set to serve as the keynote speaker for the Black History Month Worship Experience, scheduled for February 26 at 7 p.m. at the Dallas Project SDA Church. This event is designed to honor Black heritage,...