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By Wiley Henry MEMPHIS, TN — A local women’s facility recently received a generous donation of household items from Amazon and electronics worth more than $100,000 — thanks to BossGiving, a philanthropic organization. Delivered by an 18-wheele...
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EVANSTON, IL — Evanston has etched its name in history twice over. In a landmark decision, the city established the first government-funded reparations program in the U.S. to address the systemic racism faced by Black residents between 1919 and 1...
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By Logan LangloisNASHVILLE, TN — Legislation accused by Civil Rights groups such as the Tennessee Equality Project (TEP) of gradually stripping away the rights of LGBTQ+ people has advanced through the Tennessee House and Senate, several of which onl...
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By Ivan Sanchez An eye-opening report by the death penalty abolition group Reprieve sheds light on the inhumane practices and racial disparities within America’s lethal injection system. Titled ‘Lethal Injections in the Modern Era: Cruel, Unusual...
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Lorene Cary, founder of Art Sanctuary, an organization dedicated to showcasing the excellence of Black arts, has left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of Philadelphia and beyond. Established in 1998, Art Sanctuary has enriched the lives o...
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(By Clint Confehr) LAWRENCEBURG, TN — Belmont University students have designed options for renovation of West Gaines School where Black children were educated here until desegregation nearly 60 years ago. Belmont University Architecture and Design...
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In today’s divisive landscape, where discord often drowns out dialogue, Civic Cipher offers a fresh alternative when it comes to amplifying voices, fostering allyship, and nurturing understanding. Hosted by Q Ward and Ramses Ja, this nationally syn...
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Some teachers are resisting efforts to give students grades they believe they haven’t earned. skynesher via Getty Images by Laura Link, University of North Dakota After refusing to give some students grades they hadn’t earned, high school chemistry...
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NASHVILLE, TN — Centennial Park, the historic 132-acre urban park located in Nashville, is ready to once again welcome the community to enjoy a variety of free events this spring and summer. The Park features a walking trail, scenic lake, art ce...
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2003-2024Chazan Lamar Page was born on July 16, 2003 to Rico Lamar Page and Lawanda Denise Page. As the second child of his loving parents, Chazan’s presence radiated joy and happiness to all who knew him.Chazan was educated in the Davidson County Pu...
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This April, All-In Cincinnati celebrates God Rules LLC, a remarkable family-owned business spearheaded by young entrepreneur William J. Block II and his parents, Letitia S. Block and William J. Block. Founded in 2023, God Rules LLC crafts high-quali...
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Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) poses unique challenges for Black and African American individuals, who often encounter disparities in healthcare access, resources, and research opportunities. These disparities can result in delayed diagnoses a...
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Giving Kitchen, the award-winning no Giving Kitchen, the award-winning non-profit organization that provides emergency assistance to food service workers, has a remarkable journey rooted in community support and resilience. Founded in 2013 in respon...
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Two Nashville HBCUs are offering an alternative direction for sports, and by extension providing a pathway for others to follow. Tennessee State University and Fisk University are making inroads in sports where HBCU teams haven’t previously compe...
