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The Indiana Historical Society’s (IHS) popular summer concert series is back in downtown Indianapolis. Sponsored by OneAmerica Financial Foundation, Concerts on the Canal takes place from May 15 to August 7 at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana His...
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Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Inc. unveiled its 2025 Summer Series, featuring five months of complimentary interactive events along the Cultural Trail. Launching in May and concluding in September, the activities are crafted for all ages and abilities...
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Tickets are now available for Indianapolis' premier hip-hop musical festival, CHREECE. Since its inception in 2015, CHREECE has become a vibrant celebration of hip-hop culture in Fountain Square, scheduled for August 23. "Oreo Jones reflects on the...
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According to the New Pittsburgh Courier, “The Ebony Canal,” an influential documentary focusing on Black infant health, has garnered three distinguished Webby Awards in anticipation of the 29th Annual Webby Awards on May 12, 2025, in New York City. H...
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Donald Trump’s return to the Oval Office threatens Black communities throughout the U.S. His first 100 days have eroded dignity, attacking healthcare, education, and economic stability. Progress Michigan's research highlights the anxiety felt by Blac...
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The exodus of numerous Black inhabitants from Pittsburgh was not voluntary; it resulted from a systematic coerced removal. This troubling truth highlights the shortcomings of the city’s political and developmental frameworks. Developers must be held...
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A distinguished gathering of elected officials, advocates, intellectuals, authors, and spiritual leaders came together in Birmingham for the State of the People POWER Tour at the historic Carver Theatre. This iconic location, rich in Civil Rights hi...
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Birmingham City Councilor Crystal Smitherman, a proud First Tee alum, characterizes her role as a “full circle” journey. Initially involved in the program during the early 2000s, she celebrates its much-anticipated revival in 2023. First Tee cultiva...
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A rare 1963 letter penned by Malcolm X after his suspension from the Nation of Islam following JFK remarks sold for $11,344, revealing his unyielding beliefs and iconic defiance in a moment of controversy. #MalcolmX #JFKAssassination #BlackHistory #N...
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NASHVILLE – WeGo Public Transit hosted a successful hiring event on Saturday, attracting over 500 applicants, exceeding expectations. Held at the WeGo offices on Myatt Drive in Madison, this initiative supports Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell’s Cho...
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The Food and Drug Administration has halted a crucial quality-control initiative for assessing milk and dairy products, attributing the pause to a reduced workforce and laboratory capacity after significant federal budget reductions initiated by Pres...
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Pittsburgh faces a formidable challenge in providing affordable housing for its African American community. Mayor Ed Gainey asserts that his administration has added 1,600 affordable units since January 2022, a claim contested by competitor Corey O’C...
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The Church of the Holy Cross will commemorate its 150th anniversary on Friday, May 9, at the Edgewood Country Club, located at 100 Churchill Road, starting at 6 p.m. Notable speaker Right Reverend Michael Bruce Curry, the Episcopal Church's first Afr...
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Bronny James of the Los Angeles Lakers and Shedeur Sanders exemplify the profound impact of fatherhood in the Black community. LeBron James’ relentless support facilitated Bronny's draft, while Shedeur’s remarkable college performance did not secure...
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The clock is ticking: Pennsylvania residents have just days left before the May 7 deadline to get a REAL ID if they want to use it for domestic flights or to enter certain federal buildings. If you already have a valid U.S. passport, a passport from...