Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

James S. Bridgeforth: Will Republicans save America from Donald Trump?

By James S. Bridgeforth, Ph.D. As President-elect Donald Trump assembles his cabinet with the likes of Matt Gaetz, Tulsi Gabbard and Pete Hegseth, it’s clear this administration isn’t a typical parade of statesmen. Nope, it’s an army of loyalists—...

The United States Attorney’s Office Finds Conditions at Fulton County Jail in Georgia Violate the Constitution and Federal Law

ATLANTA – The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia and the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division announced its findings concluding that Fulton County and the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office routinely violate the...

Atlanta’s first Black-owned Pilates studio celebrates grand opening of second location

If you’re entrenched in the Atlanta Pilates world, you’ve likely heard of or taken a class with Dr. Tanya Stephenson. A licensed chiropractor, Stephenson is the founder of Stretch ATL, the first Black-owned Pilates studio, which opened in 2013 at 203...

Georgia appeals court cancels hearing in election interference case against Trump

ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — A Georgia appeals court on Monday canceled oral arguments that were scheduled for next month on the appeal of a lower court ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to prosecute the election interfere...

New Art & Soul program partnership coming to Madam Walker Legacy Center

Indy Arts Council and the Madam Walker Legacy Center are collaborating for a new series of Art & Soul programming. Art & Soul is celebrating its 29th year by expanding its program and partnerships to offer artists a larger stage and broad...

Connecting communities to opportunity: Celebrating the Indianapolis Cultural Trail Expansion

The Indianapolis Cultural Trail: A Legacy of Gene and Marilyn Glick is a great example of what is possible when philanthropy, government, businesses and community collaborate with the goal of creating opportunity for all. As the Indianapolis Cult...

Colts, IMPD collab on new recruitment campaign

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD)& announced a new recruitment partnership with the Indianapolis Colts to attract recruits to serve the city of Indianapolis.& IMPD Chief Chris Bailey provided a statement regarding th...

Indiana Senate Democrats reelect Greg Taylor as leader amid sexual harassment allegations

This story was originialy published on WFYI. Indiana Senate Democrats reelected Greg Taylor as their caucus leader Monday, just after& an Indianapolis Star story& detailed multiple sexual harassment allegations against Taylor that stretch...

Mozel Sanders Foundation to host Thanksgiving meal service for 10,000 people

The Mozel Sanders Foundation announced that it will continue its long-standing tradition of serving Thanksgiving Day meals on Nov. 28. Their goal is to feed 10,000 people in need.For over 50 years, the Mozel Sanders Foundation has served Indianapolis...

Community leaders honored during Freetown Village’s Making a Difference Awards

Freetown Village honored four of Indianapolis’ community leaders during the 2024 Making a Difference Awards Ceremony. The nonprofit educational organization hosted its annual award ceremony, which highlights community leaders and educators making...

Four IndyPL employees awarded scholarship in honor of state’s first Black librarian

Four Indianapolis Public Library (IndyPL) employees have been awarded the newly launched Lillian Childress Hall Scholarship in honor of the state’s first Black librarian.& The scholarship is designed to support the educational advancement of...

Overdose Lifeline distributes 1M naloxone kits

With a 19% decrease in overdose deaths in the past year, Indiana has a larger decline than many other states battling substance use disorders.& Overdose Lifeline, a nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals, families and communities affected by...

Apprenticeship pathway receives $1M grant

A new professional apprenticeship and training pathway for Hoosiers received over $1 million in grants to fund the next steps. The CEMETS iLab Indiana strategic plan is a pathway rooted in a youth apprenticeship experience starting in high school tha...

Women & Minority Small Business Market to celebrate Small Business Saturday

Each year, the Women & Minority Small Business Market (WMSBM) hosts an annual event in honor of Small Business Saturday. As local businesses around the country open their doors to celebrate Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30 — the Saturday fo...

Fishers Event Center offers sneak peek at food lineup

Foodies in Fishers got a taste of what’s to come at the city’s new event center, where a special sneak peek showcased mouthwatering menu options set to elevate local dining experiences.& Chef’s signature nachos. (Photos/Hanna Rauworth)...