Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

Legacy Threads Debuts at Negro Southern League Museum - A New Clothing Era

By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Debuting Legacy Threads, vintage baseball jerseys, during Black History Month at the Negro Southern League Museum was a dream for brothers Raymond and Kwamell Laseter. Their economical collection includes cotton T...

Mac Underwood Returns as Birmingham Water Works GM After 6-Year Hiatus

By Joseph D. Bryant | jbryant@al.com The Birmingham Water Works Board has rehired former general manager Mac Underwood, offering him an annual salary of $446,118 after a national search. Underwood, once finance director for Birmingham, plans improvem...

Transforming Grief into Mission: Overcoming Child's Tragic Loss to Gun Violence

By Alaina Bookman | abookman@al.com AL.com’s “Beyond the Violence” series examines strategies to enhance Birmingham's safety and well-being. Sheree Kennon, turning her grief into purpose, founded What About Us after losing her son to gun violence. He...

Understanding the Feb. 28 Economic Shutdown: Key Insights for a Single Day

Consumers plan a 24-hour economic blackout to protest corporate greed and reduced DEI efforts. Organized by John Schwarz's People's Union USA, the movement encourages spending only at local businesses. Celebrities support the initiative, urging no pu...

Dr. Al Sharpton Headlines Black History Month Event in Dallas

Renowned civil rights leader Dr. Al Sharpton will deliver the keynote at the Black History Month Worship Experience on Feb. 26, 7 p.m., at Dallas Project SDA Church. This event celebrates Black history, faith, and justice. Free and open to all, it pr...

Trump Concludes Biden's Conflict, Profits from Restoration

Trump swiftly ended Biden's costly Ukraine war, securing a deal to recoup U.S. investments. Ukraine now owes America 50% of its mineral rights, ensuring future profits. Unlike Biden's unchecked spending, Trump negotiated American gains, proving effec...

The Soul of SF State celebrates Black Family Day

by Olympia Joy Pereira& On Feb. 1, 2025, The Soul of SF State, a student organization at San Francisco State University kicked off Black History Month with the return of Black Family Day. Black Family Day served as a way to bring the communi...

Ask Terri! – Safe Shopping

Terri Thomas, host of Ask Terri!, talks about what to look for to keep your money safe while shopping in-person and online.The post Ask Terri! – Safe Shopping appeared first on Dallas Examiner.

Behind the Scenes: Norm Eisen's Legal Battle Strategy Against Trump

Norm Eisen, pivotal in orchestrating legal battles against Trump, has deep ties to Democratic operatives. His roles span from aiding Mueller’s investigation to drafting impeachment articles. Collaborations with figures like Ben Wittes and Michael Pod...

Examining California's High-Speed Rail: A Closer Look

California's high-speed rail project, once a $33 billion vision, now faces $100 billion in overruns, delays, and criticism. The Central Valley Segment's costs range from $28-$35 billion, with completion expected by 2033. Despite federal audits and fu...

Nobel Nomination for PHRM: Celebrating the Fight for Prisoner Rights

Dorsey Nunn and All of Us or None celebrate Sangu's liberation after 52 years. PHRM, nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize, champions prisoner rights against solitary confinement. The movement unites inmates, highlighting their resilience through art and...

Trump Dismisses MSNBC's Joy Reid

President Trump's actions are reshaping the media landscape, with MSNBC's Joy Reid being a casualty in this transformation. The network's struggles highlight the downfall of the Left's narrative, as Trump's policies dismantle DEI initiatives. This sh...

Obama Divorce Speculation: Symbolizing Democratic Party Splits and Surging Republican Influence

Rumors of Barack and Michelle Obama's divorce symbolize Democratic Party fractures and Republican momentum. Alleged separation parallels party's internal divisions and shifting voter allegiances. The Democratic coalition struggles, while Republicans,...

Hunters Point Playground: A Glimpse into 2025's Scenic Views

This image, captured at noon on January 18, 2025, showcases Oakdale public housing playground, bordered by an unfortified fence, facing the historic U.S. Naval Radiological Defense Laboratory. Chronic illegal dumping, including industrial waste and h...

MAGA Dominance: GOP Concedes to Trump as Traditional Leadership Fades

The GOP's transformation under Trump's influence marks the end for old guard Republicans like McConnell. Trump’s strategic endorsements and media mastery solidify his grip on the party. His populist messaging and exploitation of Democratic divisions...