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Houston Area’s Flood Problems Offer Lessons for Cities Trying to Adapt to a Changing Climate
Scenes from the Houston area looked like the aftermath of a hurricane in early May after a series of powerful storms flooded highways and neighborhoods and sent rivers over their banks north of the city. More than 400 people had to be rescued from homes, rooftops
Read MoreWhat Students Protesting Israel’s Gaza Siege Want — and How Their Demands on Divestment Fit Into the BDS Movement
A wave of protests expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people is spreading across college and university campuses. There were more than 400 such demonstrations by the end of April 2024 just in the U.S., with many more in Canada and other countries. The specific
Read MoreVice President Kamala Harris Announces Nationwide Economic Opportunity Tour
Officials said the tour builds on Harris’ extensive travel to communities nationwide. Since the beginning of 2024, she has made more than 35 trips to 16 states, engaging with small business owners and entrepreneurs in underserved communities to discuss challenges
Read MoreIN MEMORIAM: Tribute to the Ministry, Life, and Legacy of Reverend Dr. Cecil “Chip” Murray
How do you salute a man who walked amongst the angels? You start by making sure that history accurately reflects his name. This is my modest contribution to the telling of his vital history and legacy. How do you
Read MoreWake Up, Black Voters. Don’t Let Trump’s Lies Fool You
There is data that shows that the Democratic candidate for president over the last five presidential elections since 2000 has averaged 90% of the Black vote with an average of only 8% for the GOP candidate. In addition, the overwhelming
Read MoreA Decade After Water Crisis, Art Brings Hope and Healing to Flint
A decade after the water crisis began, health implications from ingesting the unsafe water as well as financial burdens continue to plague residents. Keyon Lovett, 34, a multi-disciplinary visual street artist, creatively known as The Art School Dropout, who moved
Read MorePoor People’s Campaign and National Partners Announce, “Mass Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March on Washington, D.C. and to the Polls” Ahead of 2024 Elections
Scheduled for June 29th, the “Mass Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March on Washington, D.C.: A Call to the Polls and to Vote,” aims to commence four months of outreach efforts targeting 15 million poor and low-wage
Read MoreBiden Administration Delays Decision on Menthol Cigarette Ban
Gwen Carr, mother of Eric Garner, who tragically died nearly a decade ago due to a police altercation over the sale of loose cigarettes, expressed relief at the Department of Health and Human Services’ decision to delay the menthol ban. Carr has consistently voiced concerns
Read MoreBiden-Harris Administration Unveils Ambitious Plans to Strengthen Teaching Profession Ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week
The initiatives include calling on states to increase teacher pay, fix public service loan forgiveness (PSLF), support special education teachers, establish a technical assistance center, provide data on PSLF, and increase special education funding. Ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week,
Read MoreBiden Urges Order as Arrests and Chaos Rise at Pro-Palestinian College Protests Nationwide
The long-running conflict between Israelis and Palestinians, which has recently intensified due to violence in the occupied territories, has fueled the demonstrations. President Joe Biden, in his first remarks since April 22, addressed the escalating pro-Palestinian demonstrations on American
Read MoreDemocrat’s Victory in New York Shrinks House Republican Majority as Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Move to Oust Speaker Johnson
Kennedy’s win could prove pivotal in balancing power and intensifying party-line struggles within the chamber. Democratic State Senator Tim Kennedy clinched victory in the special election for New York’s 26th Congressional District, effectively reducing the House Republican majority to
Read More“Tavis Smiley” Announces 11 New Markets, Expands Into Key Swing States of Michigan and Wisconsin
SmileyAudioMedia, Inc. is thrilled to announce that with the addition of 11 new affiliate agreements, “Tavis Smiley” is the fastest growing syndicated Black radio talk show in America. The flagship show, “Tavis Smiley,” which features newsmakers, influencers, authors, artists, activists, and
Read MoreThe Power of Touch is Vital for Both Reading and Writing
“Pat the Bunny,” the 1940 classic touch-and-feel book, is still in print – a testament to the value of touch in introducing infants and toddlers to the world of reading. Later, when children reach school age, a common technique for
Read MorePower Outages Linked to Heat and Storms Are Rising, and Low-Income Communities are Most at Risk, as a New NYC Study Shows
Many Americans think of power outages as infrequent inconveniences, but that’s quickly changing. Nationwide, major power outages have increased tenfold since 1980, largely because of an aging electrical grid and damage sustained from severe storms as the planet warms. At the
Read MoreTrump Found in Criminal Contempt Over Social Media Posts: Judge Issues Fine and Jail Warning
New York County Supreme Court Judge Juan Merchan delivered the ruling, citing nine instances where Trump’s posts attacked jurors and witnesses, breaching the court’s order. Each violation incurred a $1,000 fine, with Merchan warning of possible incarceration for further transgressions.
Read MorePortuguese Rejects President’s Call for Reparations Despite Acknowledging Colonial Crimes
Between the 15th and 19th centuries, nearly 6 million Africans were forcibly transported across the Atlantic on Portuguese vessels, enduring unimaginable suffering as they were enslaved and exploited on plantations, primarily in Brazil. In the wake of Portugal’s President
Read MoreLouisiana Supreme Court Approves Formation of New, All-White St. George City
Encompassing a sprawling 60-square-mile expanse in the southeast of East Baton Rouge Parish, St. George is poised to emerge as an autonomous entity with its own mayor and city council, catering to an estimated population of 86,000 residents. Deep-seated
Read MoreBlack Mental Health Canada and GreenShield Introduce Transformative Women’s Counseling Initiative: QUEENS
Black Mental Health Canada (BMHC) and GreenShield proudly announce a collaborative effort to address the pressing need for culturally sensitive mental health support within the Black Canadian community. Recognizing the disparities Black women face in mental health care, this partnership
Read MoreA Child’s First Three Years Hold the Power to Unlock Bright, Strong Futures
In communities across the country, families are striving to give their children a good start in life. They share a common desire for their babies to be healthy, happy, and secure. Yet far too many families face considerable obstacles. The
Read MoreWhile Police Agencies Grapple with Shrinking Force, Departments Nationwide are Experiencing a Turnaround
Since the death of George Floyd in May 2020, police departments across the United States have witnessed a significant drop in rank-and-file officers. In the nation’s capital, the Metropolitan Police Department reached a half-century low in size in 2023,
Read MoreGlobal Perception of U.S. Leadership Stuck at 41%, Gallup Report Shows
In his ongoing efforts to repair alliances and restore the U.S. image on the world stage, Biden is confronted with a formidable challenge as researchers insist that consistent approval ratings in the low 40s pose significant diplomatic obstacles. In
Read MoreDo Implicit Bias Trainings on Race Improve Health Care? Not Yet – But Incorporating the Latest Science Can Help Hospitals Treat All Patients Equitably
There is increasing evidence that implicit bias – non-conscious attitudes toward specific groups – is a source of racial inequities in certain aspects of health care, and lawmakers are taking note. Since the tragic murder of George Floyd in May 2020, wherein a
Read MoreAFL-CIO Report Exposes Deepening Racial Disparities in Workplace Safety
According to the report, Black workers’ job fatality rates have surged to the highest levels seen in nearly 15 years. Meanwhile, Latino workers continue to endure the most significant risk of death on the job compared to any other demographic
Read MoreCity Hosts Ribbon Cutting to Open Senior Center East
The City of Fayetteville invites community members to a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of Senior Center East, on May 3, 11 a.m., at 917 Washington Drive. The $9.2 million Senior Center East is a voter-approved Parks and Recreation
Read MoreNAACP Celebrates Revised Plan for Student Debt Cancellation to Benefit 30 Million Americans
Recently, the Biden-Harris Administration unveiled their latest plan to deliver student debt cancellation for those impacted by the nation’s growing crisis. The plan, which comes as a result of the recently closed Negotiated Rulemaking process, is expected to provide much-needed
Read MoreCongressional Black Caucus Foundation Announces New Partnership with the University of Oxford
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) proudly unveils a groundbreaking collaboration with the University of Oxford to establish a CBCF Alumni Scholarship, a transformative initiative aimed at closing the financial gap for Black students aspiring to pursue master’s degrees at
Read MorePowerful Free Health Equity Summit to Take Place in Washington, DC, Hosted by The Greater Washington Community Foundation
The Greater Washington Community Foundation is thrilled to announce the upcoming free Health Equity Summit, scheduled for Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Riverside Church in Washington, DC. This transformative event will run from 9 am to 4 pm ET, followed
Read MoreAre Race-Conscious Scholarships on Their Way Out?
The fate of hundred of millions of dollars in scholarship money is up in the air in Ohio after seven state universities put race-conscious programs on hold to check their legality. The review comes after Dave Yost, the state’s attorney general, advised
Read MoreTop Eight Usage Mistakes When Using Outdoor Power Equipment
Outdoor Power Equipment Institute Offers Safety Tips for Consumers, Homeowners As the weather warms and people are coaxed outside to their yards and managed landscapes, it’s time for everyone to remember how to use their outdoor power equipment safely and
Read MoreTroy University Cornerback ‘Reddy’ To Hear His Name Called On Draft Day
From April 25th-27th, many collegiate football athletes will see their dreams of having their names called at the 2024 NFL Draft. The hard work and dedication comes full circle during a 3-day cycle that will be held in Detroit, Michigan.
Read MorePetition with Nearly 3,000 Signatures Urges President Biden to Pardon Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby
The petition calls on President Joe Biden to grant a full pardon to former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby, who is facing 40 years in federal prison when she’s sentenced next month on fraud charges. A petition gathering momentum has already
Read MoreIN MEMORIAM: New Jersey Rep. Donald Payne Jr. Dies at 65
“With his signature bowtie, big heart, and tenacious spirit, Donald embodied the very best of public service,” Murphy wrote in a statement on Wednesday. House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Louisiana Republican, and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, a New York Democrat,
Read MoreFreshman CBC Member Congresswoman Summer Lee Wins Big After Being Targeted by AIPAC
Rep. Lee, who represents parts of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County in Pennsylvania, is the first member of “The Squad” to face a 2024 primary challenge during the 2024 election cycle. Lee’s district is 72 percent white and 15 percent Black.
Read MoreVice President Kamala Harris Announces Nationwide Economic Opportunity Tour
The tour, which will begin with a moderated conversation in Atlanta on April 29, will see the Vice President visiting several states to emphasize the administration’s commitment to creating an economy where every person can thrive. Vice President Kamala
Read MoreDisparities in Air Quality Exposure Highlighted in American Lung Association’s State of the Air Report
Despite comprising 41.6% of the U.S. population, people of color represent 52% of those living in counties with at least one failing grade for air quality. The American Lung Association’s 25th annual “State of the Air” report has revealed significant disparities in
Read MoreHow Are We Doing Toward That Goal?
NIEER just released its 2023 State of Preschool Yearbook, which annually tracks state-funded preschool enrollment, funding, and quality across states. This year’s report shows that during the 2022-2023 school year states enrolled over 1.63 million children in preschool, marking a
Read MoreSuspect Arrested After Breaking into Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’s Official Residence
The incident took place at approximately 6:40 a.m. on April 21, when the suspect allegedly smashed a back window to gain entry into the Hancock Park home. A 29-year-old suspect has been apprehended following a break-in at Getty House,
Read MoreAlabama Legislature Wants State Workers to Choose Juneteenth Or Jefferson Davis’s Birthday
Alabama GOP Rep. Chris Sells of Greenville, the original proponent of the bill, proposed that government employees could decide whether to take off the first Monday in June for Confederate President Jefferson Davis’s birthday or Juneteenth on June 19.
Read MoreU.S. Coast Guard Promotes First Black Female Admiral
Merchant said she initially joined the Coast Guard with the intention of financing her medical school education. U.S. Coast Guard Capt. Zeita Merchant has made history as the first Black female admiral in the service’s 233-year history. Admiral Merchant, previously
Read MorePresident Biden to Deliver Commencement Address at Morehouse College
The Morehouse address marks the second consecutive year Biden will address the graduating class of a prominent historically Black institution, having spoken at Howard University in 2023. President Joe Biden plans to deliver the commencement address at Morehouse College on
Read MoreFort Wayne City Councilwoman Sharon Tucker Becomes City’s First Black Mayor
Tucker, a Democrat, secured her win in the second round of voting during the Democratic caucus, meeting the requirement of 50% of the votes plus one, the local Journal Gazette reported. Fort Wayne Councilwoman Sharon Tucker has made history after
Read MoreMelania Trump’s Family Immigration Sponsorship Contradicts Trump Administration Policies
Despite the Trump administration’s rhetoric against family-based immigration, Melania Trump sponsored her mother for legal permanent residency, a process that her immigration lawyer, Michael Wildes, emphasized followed standard procedures. Newly released federal immigration records have revealed that Melania Trump
Read MoreSundial Media Group Extends Its Reach, Further Diversifying the Media Landscape
Today, Sundial Media Group LLC (SMG), a division of The Sundial Group of Companies led by Executive Chair Richelieu Dennis, announces the acquisition of Refinery29, a creative digital media and entertainment platform with a multigenerational focus on women. The acquisition
Read MoreHezekiah Walker Set To Break Ground On East Brooklyn Affordable Housing Development
Hezekiah Walker has long been a beacon of light and hope in the bustling streets of East New York, Brooklyn. Born and raised in Fort Greene Housing Projects, Brooklyn is where Hezekiah Walker developed a love for Gospel music and
Read MoreBecause They’re Funny Comedy Festival Returns to Washington DC
NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events DC, is thrilled to announce the return of the Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival, a three-day event dedicated to amplifying BIPOC comedic talent. Following its acclaimed debut in 2023, which USA Today named One of the
Read MoreMore Climate-Warming Methane Leaks Into the Atmosphere Than Ever Gets Reported – Here’s How Satellites Can Find the Leaks and Avoid Wasting a Valuable Resource
Far more methane, a potent greenhouse gas, is being released from landfills and oil and gas operations around the world than governments realized, recent airborne and satellite surveys show. That’s a problem for the climate as well as human health. It’s also why the
Read MoreGraduation Rates for Low-income Students Lag While Their Student Loan Debt Soars
A recent federal study on graduation rates for American colleges and universities shows that 40% of all students did not earn a degree or credential within eight years of leaving high school. The graduation rate is even lower for low-income students. Among
Read MoreThe Home Depot Announces 2024 Retool Your School Winners
The Home Depot awarded 42 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with nearly $3 million in grants for campus enhancements at the annual Retool Your School Awards Celebration. Albany State University, South Carolina State University and Paine College placed first in their
Read MoreNetflix Announces Cast for New Tyler Perry Series “Beauty In Black”
Tyler Perry’s new Netflix series “Beauty in Black” has found its cast. Netflix made the official casting announcement for the upcoming project, revealing that Taylor Polidore Williams, Crystle Stewart, Amber Reign Smith, and more have joined the cast of the
Read MorePink Noire Beauty Supply & Cosmetics Celebrates Second Anniversary with Release of New Braid and Loc Gel
Pink Noire Beauty Supply & Cosmetics, owned and led by Chasity Monroe, will proudly commemorate its second anniversary on Saturday April 20th with a daylong beauty celebration and the public release of its new braid and loc gel. Pink Noire Beauty
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