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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...
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Renowned Grammy-winning soul artist Roberta Flack, celebrated for her iconic track "Killing Me Softly," has died at the age of 88. Flack, whose romantic ballads captivated audiences, was also an ardent advocate for social causes. Throughout her illus...
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Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett of Texas and Congressman Zach Nunn of Iowa have joined forces to introduce the Delivering For Rural Seniors Act, a bipartisan effort aimed at combating food insecurity among elderly residents in rural communities. This...
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Selma, Alabama, commemorates six decades since the tragic events of Bloody Sunday. Childhood friends Ainka Sanders Jackson and Lydia Chatmon are spearheading Selma's revitalization. As proponents of the Selma Center for Nonviolence, they champion bot...
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African Americans command an impressive $1.6 trillion in consumer purchasing power, strongly influencing various markets. Rev. Jamal Bryant is urging a boycott against Target due to its recent decisions affecting diversity, equity, and inclusion init...
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Kimberly Douglas paid a heartfelt visit to her son Bryce’s grave at National Harmony Memorial Park in Maryland. Following his tragic fentanyl overdose, she founded “Black Moms Against Overdose” on Facebook to raise awareness. The overdose crisis in t...
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Texas's educational accountability framework heavily leans on the STAAR assessment, often overlooking varied student development and placing undue stress on educators. Streamlining excessive testing and integrating ongoing evaluations could significa...
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Thomas Jefferson emphasized the necessity of a well-balanced government to ensure that no single branch dominates the others. Today, the National Urban League is actively contesting executive orders that infringe upon free speech and equal protection...
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Renowned theologian Howard Thurman found solace beneath his beloved oak tree, embodying steadfastness. This image beautifully parallels the enduring strength of Black families throughout history, who have triumphed over challenges while fostering the...