Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

Abdullah Ibrahim: South Africa’s master pianist is going on a world tour at 90

South African pianist Abdullah Ibrahim in 2014.& Andy Sheppard/Redferns/Getty Images by Christine Lucia, Stellenbosch University Abdullah Ibrahim, South Africa’s most distinguished pianist, was born on 9 October 1934 in Cape Town. This year mark...

WNBA legend named new women’s basketball coach

By TSU Athletic Communications NASHVILLE, TN — Tennessee State University has tapped Candice Dupree, a seven-time WNBA All-Star and assistant coach with the San Antonio Spurs, as the next head coach for the Lady Tigers’ basketball program. Dr. Mi...

Willie Mae Kyle celebrates 95 years

KNOXVILLE, TN — How do you celebrate a matriarch with a legacy of over 100? You take the queen on a river boat ride and have family join her on the boat. That’s exactly how the family of senior Willie Mae Kyle celebrated her 95th birthday, with f...

Congregation partners with nonprofit to fight hunger

NASHVILLE, TN —A team of dedicated volunteers at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church: A City of Grace kicked off Mother’s Day weekend by partnering with “But God” Ministry to help make community change. Members of the local congregation, led by Seni...

Trans Tennesseans sue for state ID changes

By Logan Langlois NASHVILLE, TN — The Sixth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently heard the arguments for the case of four transgender Tennesseans who are challenging a state statute preventing transgender people from changing the gender listed...

CWU features national president for annual assembly

NASHVILLE, TN — The beautiful campus of Scarritt-Bennett Conference Center is the setting for all Church Women United members and future members in the state of Tennessee to meet and network for an inspiring 2 days, May 24-25, 2024. We welcome all C...

Exclusive: Google furthers its mission of tech diversity with new classroom annex at Morehouse

In its ongoing commitment to promoting diversity and innovation in the tech industry, Google recently announced the opening of a new classroom annex at Morehouse College. This initiative comes on the heels of Google’s partnership with the UNCF last...

“A mixture of challenge and fun:” Golf is giving a group of middle school students a unique experience

The first time Harriet Tubman School of Excellence (HTSE) founder Jeremiah Lockett golfed, he was confident since he was a multiple sport athlete growing up. What he found was a little harder than he was expecting. “It was the hardest thing ever...

“We do need to shift our diets:” Harvard study reveals link between high meat consumption and climate change

A new Harvard study found the connection between the meat industry and climate change is stronger than initially thought. In a study published earlier this year, researchers from Harvard University surveyed more than 200 climate scientists and fo...

Services announced for the Late Dr. Julius Scruggs

NASHVILLE, TN — The funeral service for Rev. Dr. Julius R. Scruggs will be Friday, May 17, 2024, at noon at Oakwood University Church, 5500 Adventist Blvd. NW, Huntsville, AL. Rev. Scruggs passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, May 8. “...

VOICES study aims to empower Black women’s health

By Ivan Sanchez& In a groundbreaking effort to address the disparities in healthcare faced by Black women, the American Cancer Society (ACS) has launched the VOICES of Black Women study. Led by the Population Science team, this long-term ini...

CFPB research reveals medical debt challenges for millions

By V.S. Santoni Despite recent efforts by major credit reporting agencies to mitigate the impact of medical debt on credit reports, new research from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) highlights ongoing challenges for millions of Am...

The road to desegregation after Brown v. Board

By Logan Langlois Shown l-r are: Sen. Avon Williams, Jr., his cousin, Justice Thurgood Marshall, and Z. Alexander Looby. NASHVILLE, TN — Tomorrow marks the 70th anniversary of a United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS) milestone, still celebrated...

Vanderbilt looks to clinch tournament spot

By Ron Wynn NASHVILLE, TN — The Vanderbilt Commodores are in an unfamiliar position. With three games remaining in the regular season, they are unsure of their position regarding the NCAA Tournament.& They have made it the last 17 consecu...

TSU hopes to upgrade women’s basketball

Tennessee State University continues making splashes in the athletic world. Last week they announced the hiring of a genuine basketball legend as the next head coach of the women’s team. Athletic Director Dr. Mikki Allen announced the appointment...