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Texas A&M braces for potential budget cuts as Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick targets DEI initiatives in higher education. University leaders scramble to restore funds, facing $423 million in cuts. The move highlights ongoing tensions as Texas navigates budget...
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The North Central Texas Council of Governments invites public input on transportation projects at a hybrid meeting on March 10, noon, at NCTCOG offices, Arlington. Attend online at Publicinput.com/nctcogMar25 or call 855-925-2801, code 11112. Public...
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The Student Engagement Center at Dallas College, Cedar Valley, fosters collaboration and community, featuring adaptable learning spaces. The $24.4 million facility includes classrooms, a multi-purpose room, and an outdoor plaza, enhancing educational...
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Harvard psychiatrist and civil rights leader Dr. Alvin Poussaint, who passed at 90, was a trailblazer in racial mental health studies. He advocated for categorizing severe racism as a mental disorder and inspired countless Black medical professionals...
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Indiana Landmarks offers $10,000 scholarships for Black preservation leaders through the Black Heritage Preservation Program. Scholarships target Black Indiana students in relevant majors, with a May 2 application deadline. Additionally, two paid int...
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The Indy DPW has closed the Washington Square Mall recycling site, citing possible illegal dumping or vandalism. Community sites are for household recyclables only, with strict rules against commercial use. Accepted items include glass, plastic bottl...
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Roy Ayers, iconic jazz vibraphonist and composer, famed for his 1976 hit “Everybody Loves the Sunshine,” passed away at 84. His influential music, sampled by artists like Dr. Dre and 2Pac, remains timeless. Ayers’ legacy thrives through countless cha...
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(CNN) – During President Trump's congressional speech, Rep. Al Green was expelled after demanding impeachment. Despite party guidance, Democrats, including Rep. Melanie Stansbury, visibly protested. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries advised restr...
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Black History Month highlights resilience and economic might, urging Black entrepreneurs to embrace community-driven growth amid DEI rollbacks. Innovate as past pioneers did. Success stories like Fenty Beauty and Calendly illustrate potential. By foc...
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United Way of Central Indiana has awarded $1.2 million to 33 nonprofits outside its traditional network, supporting basic needs and family opportunities. This initiative bolsters efforts in underserved areas, enhancing services like housing, educatio...
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Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools are revising 30-year-old residential boundaries, proposing three maps to enhance socioeconomic diversity. Supported by a $1 million U.S. Department of Education grant, the Fostering Diverse Schools initiative seek...
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Young Americans, especially minorities, face a political landscape marked by apathy and disenfranchisement. With Trump's return, systemic discrimination resurfaces, threatening past civil rights gains. The 2024 election spotlighted America's choice o...
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The Virginia Military Institute board ousted Maj. Gen. Cedric Wins, its inaugural Black superintendent, sparking controversy over DEI initiatives. Critics label the move as politically charged, undermining racial equity progress at this storied insti...
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On February 14, nearly 400 Environmental Protection Agency employees received pink slips instead of Valentines, affecting critical roles nationwide. These layoffs, including Yosemite's only locksmith, reflect inefficiency and financial shortsightedne...
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(Children’s Defense Fund) – Dr. Alvin Poussaint, a Harvard scholar, profoundly impacted mental health and media portrayals of Black families. Influenced by Drs. Kenneth and Mamie Clark, he highlighted racial bias effects on youth. His advocacy...
