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The BJCC is actively recruiting for two positions: 1) Setup Supervisor and 2) Utility Coordinator. Aspirants can explore further details and submit their applications through the BJCC career portal at https://www.bjcc.org/jobs/, or they may email the...
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The Texas House Democrats' return to the Capitol following their protest against the GOP's congressional redistricting elicited cheers from supporters, yet they faced swift backlash from Republicans determined to undermine the minority party's influe...
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Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's attorney, Abbe Lowell, announced on Tuesday that he will initiate legal action to contest President Donald Trump’s attempt to terminate her position. “President Trump lacks the authority to remove Federal Reserv...
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Amelia Butler, a former teacher from the U.S., yearned for tranquility after two decades in the classroom. Purchasing an affordable home in Italy provided her the retreat she desired. Now 57, she divides her time between the serene village of Latroni...
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Can prominent authors like Sarah J. Maas, Freida McFadden, and Emily Henry unite to combat the worrying trend of declining reading for pleasure? Recent research published in iScience reveals that the act of reading for enjoyment has plummeted by 40%...
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As Venus Williams graced the court at the 2025 U.S. Open, fashion enthusiasts declared her a victor even before her game. For her mixed doubles match with Reilly Opelka, she donned a bespoke navy dress by Khaite adorned with white trim. Later, during...
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The Texas NAACP, with representation from the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, submitted a motion on Tuesday seeking a preliminary injunction in their current lawsuit against Texas. They contest the newly enacted congressional maps, cl...
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(Black Star Editorial) Through various actions, Donald Trump has revealed the Republican Party as a collection of partisan opportunists, prioritizing party loyalty over national integrity. His dictatorial maneuvers, including the deployment of Nation...
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In the current mortgage landscape, a pivotal shift in credit evaluation practices is transforming homeownership accessibility. Historically, the conventional credit scoring system erected obstacles for Black families, particularly those excluded fro...
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Dallas ISD middle and high school students involved in extracurricular clubs find that education extends well beyond the classroom. This year, the Student Activities Department has curated a diverse range of programs, from academic contests to perfor...
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Founded in 1974 by Dr. Harry Robinson Jr., the African American Museum of Dallas originally operated as a branch of Bishop College, a historically Black college in Marshall. It made its move to Dallas on November 13, 1993, quickly establishing itse...
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Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales expressed apprehensions regarding voting machines during Tuesday's mayoral election, as reported by county officials. This marked Scales' second unsuccessful attempt for the Birmingham mayoralty. At her...
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Randall Woodfin, who dedicated election day to canvassing until polls closed, experienced the fruits of his labor on Tuesday by securing a momentous victory, defeating eight competitors for a third term as Birmingham’s mayor. This latest triumph mar...
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In an impressive milestone, Tuskegee University has awarded its first new pilot license in nearly 80 years. Isaiah Hand, a 20-year-old and first-generation college student from Florida, achieved his private pilot's license through the newly revitali...
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Miles College, the reigning champions of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC), is set to compete against No. 19 Virginia Union University in the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic on Sunday, Aug. 31. This event will unfol...