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Colleagues at The Indianapolis Recorder fondly remember Jeffery Sellers as intelligent, humorous, and dedicated. Passing away in mid-May 2023, he made an indelible impact during his 32 years at the publication, retiring in 2021. In his words, “I love...
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Congressman Al Green, representing Texas, has instigated impeachment proceedings against President Trump, making history as the sole U.S. president to endure this process twice. Serving in Congress since 2005, Green conveyed to Newsweek the imperat...
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House Republicans are advocating for a significant reduction of nearly $1 trillion from two essential safety net programs: Medicaid and food stamps, aligning with President Donald Trump’s objectives. Approval of this legislation could jeopardize bene...
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Following the United States' loss of its perfect credit rating on Friday, a blame game erupted between Republicans and Democrats. Moody’s Ratings warned that excessive debt levels vastly overshadowing revenue led to this downgrade. Lawmakers now fac...
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Texas legislators are prepared to implement stringent regulations regarding minors' social media usage, introducing measures such as account creation prohibitions and mandatory parental consent for app downloads. House Bill 186, authored by Rep. Jar...
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The Texas Tribune reports that a federal court is set to examine allegations claiming Texas’ redistricting maps unfairly disadvantage Black and Latino voters. Advocates maintain that the state crafted these maps with intent to discriminate, while Tex...
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Angie Baker and Kyria Hart have been distinguished with the Counselors Reinforcing Excellence for Students award, spotlighting outstanding school counseling initiatives that enrich students' personal, academic, and social well-being. As the pivotal...
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(CNN) – NEW YORK – Target is currently facing significant challenges, particularly from its dedicated customers. On Wednesday, the retail powerhouse revealed a drop in sales for the last quarter, largely linked to dissatisfaction stemming from its re...
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Have you ever experienced an uninvited activation of Siri? If so, you may qualify for compensation from Apple. This potential financial reward is linked to a $95 million settlement resulting from a class action lawsuit claiming that unintended Siri...
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The Indianapolis Public Library proudly presents its much-anticipated Summer Reading Program, inviting readers of all ages to “Unearth Imagination.” Set to run from May 31 to August 2, 2025, this program features a variety of paleontology-themed even...
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Chelsea Murdock from Fishers, Indiana, has been honored as the 2025 500 Festival Queen Scholar. The Ball State University sophomore received her crown on May 17 at the 500 Festival Breakfast held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Murdock stands amo...
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In an era where thoughtful analysis seems increasingly rare, the distortion of reality and history evokes imagery from Shakespeare's Macbeth: “fair is foul, and foul is fair.” This distortion is evident in the current administration's approach. Num...
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Lawmakers in Texas are propelling House Bill 1481 and Senate Bill 2365, which aim to ban student cell phone usage during school hours in all public institutions statewide. While the goal to minimize distractions is commendable, this approach appears...
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As a researcher with the Southern Rural Black Women’s Initiative and a Washington County Supervisor, I’ve witnessed the systemic deficiencies leaving Black women in the Mississippi Delta deprived of essential health care. The forthcoming No Excuse re...
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On Saturday, May 31, Piedmont Forest School (PFS) will host its second annual Brunch Run fundraiser at Salem Lake Park. PFS, a nonprofit dedicated to providing nature-focused educational experiences for children of various backgrounds, aims to inspir...
