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Denise Biddings was one of many seniors at the Five Points West Library on Wednesday acquiring knowledge on how to thwart scammers. She recounted a distressing incident. “My husband fell prey to a gift card scam involving [a major retailer],” she di...
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The 27th edition of the Sidewalk Film Festival commenced on Monday, showcasing over 200 films through Sunday. Hosted by Regions Bank, the festival features the highly anticipated Opening Night film, *Stolen Kingdom*, backed by Gilead Sciences. This d...
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In a move that raises serious concerns, former President Trump is leveraging his executive authority to federalize the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) in Washington, D.C. He claims this action aims to curb crime levels, despite statistical evide...
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Kofi Annan, the former U.N. Secretary General, famously stated, “None of us is born to hate; intolerance is taught and can be untaught.” In March 2015, then-House Speaker John Boehner extended an invitation to Pope Francis to address Congress, a hi...
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A few months prior to the National Museum of African American History and Culture's much-anticipated opening in September 2016, Dr. Rex M. Ellis, the museum’s founding associate director for Curatorial Affairs, addressed aspiring servant-leaders prep...
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“Public safety encompasses having a secure home, lucrative jobs, robust educational systems, and accessible mental health services. This is the essence of safety,” states Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson.Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott emphasizes, “The ex...
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In a surprising move, he has deployed additional National Guard troops, a stark contrast to his previous hesitation when his allies desecrated the Capitol, resulting in harm to police officers. He later appointed one of these individuals to a key p...
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A significant yet understated transformation is unfolding around us, spurred by artificial intelligence. While the exciting prospects of AI are frequently highlighted, it’s crucial to address the grave concerns it presents to already vulnerable comm...
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As children grapple with unseen threats online and within schools, a grassroots movement is emerging to restore their safety. On an impactful Friday afternoon in Menlo Park, local community members, educators, and parents convened for "Securing Our V...
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In a transformative initiative, Texas is revolutionizing its educational framework to better equip its workforce for upcoming challenges. The enactment of House Bill 8 in 2023 signifies a pivotal evolution in the state's backing of community colleges...
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BUTTER: A Fine Art Fair honoring Black visual creators from Indianapolis and beyond is just weeks away. The fifth anniversary of this distinguished event will unveil new talents, engaging activations, notable performers, and thought-provoking discuss...
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On Monday, President Donald Trump declared his intent to enact an executive order targeting mail-in ballots and voting machines, but the practicality of this move is questionable. Lacking the authority to enforce such changes, he would likely face le...
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The Trump administration has actively sought to alter the press corps to align with its interests, a fact underscored during a recent event involving President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Veteran correspondents expressed frustr...
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(Photos: YouTube Screenshots) - On Wednesday, Ronald Hampton, Chairman of the Institute of the Black World 21st Century’s Police Justice and Accountability Task Force, issued a critical statement regarding Trump’s “gestapo-like tactics” as he utilize...
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The Triad Minority and Women’s Business Expo is returning, now in its 12th year, and promises to be more impressive than ever! Scheduled for Saturday, August 23, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Benton Convention Center, the Expo is a cherished event fe...