Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

"How Israeli Domestic Politics Led to the Collapse of the Gaza Ceasefire"

The ceasefire in Gaza has collapsed, primarily due to Israeli domestic politics. Prime Minister Netanyahu's far-right coalition opposes military withdrawal, favoring control over the enclave. As protests escalate against his leadership, Netanyahu see...

Dual Passion: How a Former WVEC-TV Reporter Thrives as a Stage Actor

Reporting television news and acting share storytelling and audience engagement, but Sheldon Ingram highlights a key difference. He asserts that television reporting lacks the extensive preparation needed for acting. A seasoned journalist and occasio...

Birmingham's Crime Commission: Proposed Strategies May Cost Nearly $30 Million

In 2025, AL.com’s “Beyond the Violence” initiative, alongside The Birmingham Times, explores Birmingham's potential to overcome its crime challenges. With a homicide rate peaking in 2024, significant funding and strategic actions are essential. Mayor...

Birmingham's Finest: Carlton Peeples, Leading FBI Agent, Bids Farewell to a Distinguished Career

Carlton Peeples, special agent in charge of the Birmingham FBI, will retire on March 28, 2025, after over 27 years with the bureau. He expressed gratitude for leading the division and collaborating with dedicated agents in various investigations, emp...

Exploring the Vibrant World of People, Places, and Treasures

Celebrate Women’s History Month! Join us for a Native Plant Conference featuring Benjamin Vogt at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Enjoy weekly events like Blues Jam at True Story Brewing and Karaoke at The Nick. Don't miss amazing exhibits and fun acti...

"Storm Preparedness: The Key to Effective Response Strategies"

Spring symbolizes a fierce atmospheric clash, signaling winter's departure. This battle mirrors our own transitions in life—be it relationships, jobs, or habits. Embrace these challenges with resilience. Change is rarely easy, but it's essential for...

"Trailblazer in Space: Alabama's Mae Jemison Becomes NASA's Historic Astronaut"

March celebrates women, highlighting Mae Jemison, born in Decatur, Alabama, on October 17, 1956. The youngest of three, she pursued science and dance, attending Stanford at 16. In 1992, she became the first African American woman in space aboard the...

"From Two Terms to a Third: My Unexpected Journey in Birmingham's Mayoral Office"

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin engaged in a Q&A session with Reddit users on March 17, as reported by AL.com. This interactive dialogue provided insights into his vision and plans for the city, fostering community engagement and transparency in loc...

Exploring Black History: Key Events from March 19-25, 2025

March 19 marks significant historical events: William Tucker, the first Black child born in America, likely arrived in Jamestown, Virginia, in 1620. Nat “King” Cole, born in 1919, became a trailblazing musician with groundbreaking television shows. H...

"Bowser Succumbs to GOP Pressure on Black Lives Matter Plaza: Is D.C. Still in the Crosshairs?"

On June 5, 2020, D.C. painted “Black Lives Matter” in 35-foot yellow letters, showcasing solidarity. Mayor Bowser now faces pressure from GOP leaders to remove it, amid legislation threatening funding. Despite efforts, the mural symbolizes ongoing ra...

"Indy Film Fest Teams Up with Indy Pitch Clinic for Exciting Collaboration"

Indy Film Fest is partnering with the Indiana Filmmakers Network for the 2025 Indy Pitch Clinic on April 29 at The Box Indy. Local filmmakers can present their projects to industry experts. Awards include cash prizes and memberships. Applications cos...

"Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good Tie the Knot: A New Chapter in Love"

(Photo: Getty Images) Jonathan Majors and Meagan Good have reportedly married in a private ceremony at their Los Angeles home. Only their mothers attended, with Majors' mother officiating. The couple announced their engagement four months ago at the...

"Soundwaves Unplugged: Exploring LIMELIGHT Through a Sonic Lens"

The Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra's 41st Season featured LIMELIGHT: A Conversation in Sound, curated by Justin S. Kinchen, on March 9 at the Schrott Center for the Arts. With guest artists and ICO under Maestro Matthew Kraemer, the event thrilled an...

Trump's New Executive Order Eliminates Ban on 'Segregated Facilities' in DEI Policies

(Photo: Getty Images) President Trump's executive order has eliminated a key clause banning racially segregated facilities in federal contracts. The General Services Administration's memo removes protections against segregation in workplaces, affecti...

"Unlock Your Health: Complimentary Diabetes Education Classes from the Health Department"

The Marion County Public Health Department (MCPHD) will host a free diabetes education series, "The ABCs of Diabetes," at the Franklin Road Branch of IndyPL this April. Classes run April 9, 16, 23, and 30, focusing on vital topics for effective diabe...