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At the age of 92, Hazel Dukes, an esteemed figure in the civil rights movement and a prominent NAACP leader, has passed away. Her son, Ronald, confirmed her death, highlighting the support of family during this time. “Mom relentlessly fought for just...
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Birmingham has initiated the D.U.M.M.Y campaign to combat illicit garbage disposal, inviting citizens to report transgressors. In a recent video, Mayor Woodfin underscored the gravity of this problem. Councilor Williams stressed the importance of str...
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Leonard Peltier, now 80, has been granted commutation by President Biden, pledging to persist in his advocacy for Indigenous rights. Convicted for the deaths of FBI agents in 1975, Peltier insists he is innocent. Currently under house arrest in North...
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Are you a compassionate caregiver looking for a meaningful and well-balanced opportunity? Step away from the fast-paced world of nursing homes and embrace the chance to provide personal, heartfelt care. We’re seeking a reliable individual to assist a...
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On February 22nd, Les Gemmes, Incorporated, Nashville Chapter, conducted a groundbreaking workshop that left a lasting impact. Reverend Jeff Obafemi Carr captivated the 'Jewels' with profound insights into Black History and the civil rights movement....
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 27, 2025) — Dr. Joseph Webb has stepped down as CEO of Nashville General Hospital, just before a pivotal board meeting regarding his contract. An audit has unveiled significant financial discrepancies, including unauthorized ag...
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Regions Bank's History in Motion commemorated Black History Month by honoring retired Lt. Gen. A.C. Roper, a trailblazer as the first African American in the Army Reserve to attain a three-star rank. Roper's distinguished career spanning law enforcem...
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The Alabama State Spelling Bee is set to take place on March 22, 2025, at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Organized by the Alabama Kiwanis Foundation, this competitive event will feature 52 ambitious students vying for the coveted championsh...
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NASHVILLE, TN – Civil rights organizations have promptly voiced strong opposition to bill HB0327 introduced by Rep. Gino Bulso, which seeks to designate June as "Celebration of Life" month. Nashville Pride President Tina Tousignant condemned the init...
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Vocal ensembles are increasingly scarce in the contemporary R&B landscape, positioning the Levert Experience as a remarkable force. Drawing inspiration from iconic groups such as Levert and the Rude Boys, they pay tribute to the enduring legacy o...
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The January 2025 Eaton Canyon-Altadena Fire wreaked havoc on the legacy of Black culture, claiming homes, notably the residence of renowned artist John Outterbridge. This catastrophic occurrence underscores the alarming pattern of erasing Black histo...
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My journey to earning a doctorate in economics from Stanford is profoundly influenced by Mrs. Irma Lewis, who imparted mathematical skills at Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School. During the 1970s, the number of African Americans attaining economics...
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Proactive measures against colorectal cancer are essential, as it ranks as the third most prevalent cancer and the second foremost cause of cancer mortality in the United States. An impactful grant of $500,000 from the McKesson Foundation is fueling...
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – “The Black Press of America must once again speak truth to power,” said NNPA Chairman Emeritus Danny Bakewell Sr., underscoring the urgency of renewed advocacy. In response to growing concerns over corporate America’s withdrawal f...
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The Texas Tribune highlights a significant public health crisis, reporting 124 confirmed measles infections in Texas—the largest such outbreak in three decades. The disease has proliferated across nine counties and even reached New Mexico. Alarmingly...
