Norman Lear, Who Produced “Good Times” and “Sanford and Son” Dies as 101

Legendary television visionary and producer Norman Lead has died at 101. Lear was known for creating television shows featuring characters from an America that hovered closer to real life experiences and real relationships than what was previously aired on American

Unpacking Elon Musk’s NFL Deal and Centuries of Systemic Racism

In a recent CNN Business exposé, journalist Oliver Darcy delves into the intricate dynamics surrounding the National Football League’s deliberations on renewing its $100 million deal with Elon Musk’s embattled social media platform, X, formerly Twitter. As Darcy unravels Musk’s

Supreme Court to Revisit Capitol Riot Charges

  In a development with potentially far-reaching implications, the United States Supreme Court announced on Wednesday that it will hear an appeal that could unravel hundreds of convictions linked to the deadly January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Biden-Harris Administration Launches Safer States Initiative to Tackle Gun Violence

In a move to combat the rising issue of gun violence, Vice President Kamala Harris is leading the Biden-Harris Administration’s Safer States Initiative. The White House said the initiative aims to provide states with essential tools and support to effectively

These Programs Make College Possible For Students With Developmental Disabilities

For students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, opportunities to attend college may appear few and far between. But this is changing, thanks to inclusive postsecondary education – known as IPSE – programs at colleges across the United States. Here are

‘Tis The Season To Shed Light On Kwanzaa

When I was in middle school watching “The Proud Family” on Disney Channel, I saw an episode on the channel’s evening lineup that piqued my interest. The episode was titled “Seven Days of Kwanzaa.” Even though I was familiar with

Les Brown and His Daughter, Dr. Ona Brown, to Headline Las Vegas Small Business Conference

Dr. Ona Love Brown, and her dad, the legendary Les Brown, will headline the upcoming Expansion Small Business Conference 2024 which promises three days of mind-shifting, accelerated learning, and collaborative empowerment. The clarion call has gone out for Las Vegas

SportsMom Foundation, Sidwell Friends School Hosts 3rd Annual Capital Invitational Girls Basketball Showcase

Washington, DC – The SportsMom Foundation (SMF), a nationally recognized nonprofit dedicated to helping girl student-athletes achieve their goals, announced today the 3rd Annual Capital Invitational Basketball Showcase. The invitation-only showcase will feature 16 teams from across the United States

FDA Approves Groundbreaking Cell-Based Gene Therapies for Sickle Cell Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has greenlit two revolutionary cell-based gene therapies, Casgevy and Lyfgenia, marking a significant leap forward in treating sickle cell disease (SCD) for patients aged 12 and older. The approval by the FDA signifies

Biden Announces Preliminary Agreement on CHIPS and Science Act

President Joe Biden on Monday, Dec. 11, announced the first preliminary agreement under the CHIPS and Science Act to bolster America’s semiconductor industry and strengthen national security. The groundbreaking deal, aimed at revitalizing U.S. leadership in semiconductors, already has spurred

NNPA President Chavis to Teach Race and Racism Course at Duke University

Duke University plans to welcome National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. as the 2024 Environmental Justice and Racial Equity Fellow. A distinguished civil rights leader, global business figure, faith leader, and public intellectual,

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $93 Million in Grants to Support Research and Development at HBCUs, TCCUs and MSIs for Underserved Students

The U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced today $93 million in grant awards to 20 colleges and universities to support research and development at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs),

The Holidays And Your Brain – A Neuroscientist Explains How To Identify And Manage Your Emotions

Just as the shift to shorter days and colder weather can bring with it mood swings and other emotional challenges, the holiday season can also bring about somewhat predictable changes in mood and behavior. Around this time of year, many

How Does the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Work?

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, which the George W. Bush administration created in 2007 to encourage people to work for the government and nonprofits, has grown significantly during Joe Biden’s presidency. The Conversation asked economist William Chittenden to explain

Nelson Mandela’s Daughter, Dr. Pumla Makaziwe “Maki” Mandela, To Speak At The House Of Justice In Harlem

Maki Mandela to Share Perspectives on Justice, Equality, and Her Father’s Legacy New York, NY (December 7, 2023) – Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network will welcome Dr. Pumla Makaziwe “Maki” Mandela, social justice leader and daughter of the

Biden-Harris Administration Takes Sweeping Actions to Lower Healthcare Costs

The Biden-Harris Administration has unveiled a comprehensive plan to reduce prescription drug costs, promote competition, and ensure accessible, affordable healthcare for all Americans. Addressing longstanding concerns about corporate interests influencing healthcare, the administration announced that it’s cracking down on price

The 59th edition of Prensa Latina’s Sports Survey Opens to All Media

The 59th edition of Prensa Latina’s Sports Survey opened on Thursday to choose the best athletes and teams from Latin America and the Caribbean in 2023. Starting today, world media will be able to cast their votes in three categories:

The Forgotten Legacy of The Black Man Who Blazed a Trail for Stephen A. Smith and Others to Make Millions

In the glitzy world of sports talk radio, where mega-contracts make headlines and charismatic hosts dominate the airwaves, there is an unsung pioneer whose name rarely echoes through the halls of fame. As Tom Brady secured an industry-leading $375 million

Why Franklin, Washington And Lincoln Considered American Democracy An ‘Experiment’

From the time of the founding era to the present day, one of the more common things said about American democracy is that it is an “experiment.” Most people can readily intuit what the term is meant to convey, but

Black Entrepreneur to Open Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility in His Hometown of East St. Louis

Many may know Reggie D. for his tasty, delicious sauce line Pure Heat Gourmet Sauce, but he is now turning the dial a little bit and using his influence to target an issue in his hometown of East St. Louis,

‘Lord, Have Mercy!’ Jamie Foxx Returns to Spotlight at Critics Choice Celebration

In an emotional comeback, Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx took center stage at the Critics’ Choice Association’s Celebration of Cinema & Television on Monday, December 4, marking his first major Hollywood appearance since a medical emergency in April left him battling

Vice President Harris Makes History in Senate with 32nd Tie-Breaking Vote

On Tuesday, Dec. 5, Vice President Kamala Harris broke the previous record set by John C. Calhoun in the 19th century for the most tie-breaking votes cast in the U.S. Senate. Harris has now cast 32 tie-breaking votes, eclipsing Calhoun’s

‘Dictator’ Trump and Allies Forewarns Retaliatory Measures Against Media, Others in Potential Second Term

On the far-right wing Steve Bannon’s podcast, a former Donald Trump ally, Kash Patel, who served in the Justice Department and held key positions in the Defense Department and National Security Council, made it clear that if the former president

Congressional Leaders Advocate for Rosa Parks Day Federal Holiday

As the nation approaches the 68th anniversary of Rosa Parks’ historic arrest, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell of Alabama’s 7th District, along with Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chairman Steven Horsford and Representative Joyce Beatty, held a press conference on Capitol Hill

Black Non-Profit in North Carolina Takes Steps to Meaningful Change by Donating Socks to Local Schools

Straight Talk Support Group, a community-based organization, widely known as STSG, provides support group resources for families and friends of an incarcerated loved one and transitional housing for justice-involved individuals. In true alignment with STSG’s motto, Serving to See Greatness,

Native American mothers whose children have been separated from them experience a raw and ongoing grief that has no end

Native American mothers whose children were separated from them – either through child removal for assimilation into residential boarding schools or through coerced adoption – experience the kind of grief no parent should ever feel. Yet theirs is a loss

A Year of Political Fireworks: Trump’s Legal Odyssey, GOP Infighting, and Congressional Expulsion

In a rollercoaster year of political drama, 2023 unfolded with Republicans engaged in a high-stakes power struggle, setting the stage for a cascade of events that would rock the political landscape. The year kicked off with a heavyweight bout within

Texas Democrats Urge DOJ Intervention as ‘Operation Lonestar’ Faces Increased Scrutiny

Congress members Jasmine Crockett and Greg Casar, alongside fellow Texas Democratic Reps. Colin Allred, Joaquin Castro, Lloyd Doggett, Veronica Escobar, Lizzie Fletcher, Sylvia Garcia, Vincente Gonzalez, Al Green, Sheila Jackson Lee, and Marc Veasey, have penned a letter to Attorney

Trailblazing Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor Passes Away at 93

Sandra Day O’Connor, the trailblazing legal luminary who shattered the glass ceiling as the first female Supreme Court justice, breathed her last on Friday morning in Phoenix, Arizona. She was 93. The icon’s battle with dementia was disclosed to the

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Biden-Harris Administration Advances Ambitious Plan to Eliminate Lead Exposure

In its effort toward creating safer communities, the Biden-Harris Administration said it is actively addressing the pervasive issue of lead exposure, with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiling a proposal to fortify the Lead and Copper Rule, identified as a

US Food Insecurity Surveys Aren’t Getting Accurate Data Regarding Latino Families

The federal government has conducted the U.S. Household Food Security Survey Module for more than 25 years. The data collected annually from about 50,000 U.S. households helps form estimates of the scale of food insecurity – not having access to

The Financial Literacy Gender Gap − And Older Women Are Eager For Education

Every day, families across the U.S. have to make difficult decisions about budgeting, spending, insurance, investments, savings, retirement and on and on. When faced with these choices, financial literacy – that is, knowing how to make informed decisions about money

Edward Blum’s Crusade Against Affirmative Action Used Legal Strategy Developed By Civil Rights Activists

Few people have been more associated with rolling back modern-day civil rights laws than Edward Blum, the former stockbroker who has successfully challenged many affirmative action and voting rights laws. Blum has no formal legal training. He, in fact, refers

Henry Kissinger’s bombing campaign likely killed hundreds of thousands of Cambodians

Henry Kissinger, who died on Nov. 29, 2023 at the age of 100, stood as a colossus of U.S. foreign policy. His influence on American politics lasted long beyond his eight-year stint guiding the Nixon and Ford administrations as national

HBCU Grad Becomes International Finalist For His Book, “Mission Possible: How to Graduate From College Debt-Free”

Dr. Juan P. Chisholm, author of Investitude and How to Make Your Past, A Blessing to Your Future is now a Finalist for the International Book Awards in the “Young Adult: Non-Fiction” category for his award-winning book, Mission Possible: How

Last-Minute Effort to Rescue Controversial Surveillance Program Sparks Concerns

Bipartisan efforts are reportedly underway among US congressional leaders to salvage the controversial Section 702 surveillance program, with a last-minute provision possibly slipping into the crucial National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Private talks between Republican and Democratic leaders, leaking late

Judge Awards Aretha Franklin’s Property to Her Sons

A Michigan judge has allocated properties owned by the late legendary soul singer Aretha Franklin to her sons based on a 2014 handwritten will discovered between couch cushions. The decision came after a jury in the Detroit area affirmed the

Officials Find Encouraging Surge in Life Expectancy Among Black Americans

The latest findings on life expectancy in the United States from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) underscored a noteworthy upswing for the African American population in 2022. With the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic continuing, the NCHS has

Former GOP Rep Calls Trump ‘The Most Dangerous’ President Ever

Donald Trump is “the most dangerous man ever to inhabit the Oval Office,” and a large swath of Republicans have proven that they’re nothing more than enablers and collaborators willing to “violate their oath to the Constitution out of political

California Students to Receive Media Literacy Classes Under New Law

California has enacted a law mandating the inclusion of media literacy education in the K–12 curriculum, which state officials called a proactive approach to address the growing challenge of misinformation. The legislation, known as Bill No. 873, received approval from

A Black History Primer on African Americans’ Fight for Equality – 5 Essential Reads

As the father of Black history, Carter G. Woodson had a simple goal – to legitimize the study of African American history and culture. To that end, in 1912, shortly after becoming the second African American after W.E.B. Du Bois

Biden’s Dance with the Black Press: A Forgotten Rhythm?

With his campaign flailing, then-presidential candidate Joe Biden knew his fate hinged on African Americans. Like many successful campaigns, political and otherwise, Biden looked to the Trusted Voice of Black America during what had become a critical, if not grave,

Vice President Harris Announces Commitments Exceeding $900 Million for the Women in the Sustainable Economy Initiative

Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday announced the Women in the Sustainable Economy (WISE) Initiative, which the White House says supports the 2023 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) theme of “Creating a Resilient and Sustainable Future for All.” Its goal is

Flurry of Lawsuits Under Adult Survivors Act Roils Entertainment and Political Circles

The clock struck midnight on the New York Adult Survivors of Sexual Assault statute, a law that opened a one year window for accusers to file a lawsuit against their alleged abusers. And when it was all said and done,

From Towels to Grand Pianos Survey Reveals Daring Hotel Heists and National Trends

The hotel industry is in the middle of a busy holiday season as 2023 draws to a close, thanks to increased business travel and a consistent preference among corporate and leisure travelers for hotel accommodations. The results of a recent

Thanksgiving stories gloss over the history of US settlement on Native lands

Too often, K-12 social studies classes in the U.S. teach a mostly glossed-over story of U.S. settlement. Textbooks tell the stories of adventurous European explorers founding colonies in the “New World,” and stories of the “first Thanksgiving” frequently portray happy

Students Leaders Value the Economic Liberation of Africa and Africans in the Diaspora

A Greater Diversity News exclusive (GDN) Part I of a multi-part series By Peter Grear   Recently, GDN had the privilege and opportunity to interview Emeka Ogbatue. He is a Junior at CAL pursuing his communications degree, with an emphasis

Funeral Services Planned for Wilmington Ten Member, James ‘Bun’ McKoy

Funeral services for James “Bun” McKoy, a member of the civil rights and political prisoner group The Wilmington Ten, were held on Friday, Nov. 17. McKoy died on November 10th, at the age of 69. The cause of death was