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Cincinnati Addresses Deep-Rooted Housing Inequities Through Landmark Settlement

Written by Stacy M. Brown The Council’s actions were in response to city records which revealed that, by 2020, Cincinnati had granted 2,640 residential tax abatements totaling $183 million, with over $53 million directed to a predominantly white, affluent neighborhoods. In

NAACP Urges Black Student-Athletes to Reconsider Florida Colleges Amid DEI Funding Controversy

Written by Stacy M. Brown The call comes in response to a new state policy preventing institutions from utilizing government funds for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. NAACP president and CEO Derrick Johnson has called on Black student-athletes to reconsider

President Biden Unveils Ambitious Budget Focused on Investing in America, Cutting Costs, and Strengthening Social Programs

Written by Stacy M. Brown The president’s approach emphasizes growing the economy from the bottom up and the middle out, as opposed to top-down strategies. President Joe Biden has revealed a comprehensive budget plan that the White House says prioritizes investment

Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge Announces Retirement

Written by Stacy M. Brown President Joe Biden praised Fudge’s leadership, her dedication to rebuilding HUD, and her expanding efforts to build generational wealth through homeownership. He expressed gratitude for her contributions and wished her well in her next chapter as

National Urban League Unveils 2024 State of Black America Report: A Deep Dive into Complex Realities and Persistent Disparities

Written by Stacy M. Brown Established in 1976 under the visionary leadership of the late Mr. Vernon E. Jordan Jr., the organization’s fifth president, the report remains a cornerstone for understanding the multifaceted challenges faced by Black Americans across crucial domains

Rotary Dental Clinic Begins, Serves Low-Income Children

By Wilmington Rotary Club Photo caption: Dr. Gabe Rich examining a patient on Feb. 17. Twenty-five children from low-income families got dental exams, cleanings and treatments Feb. 17 at the first of four free clinics sponsored by Wilmington Rotary Club.

OP-ED: A Silent Killer No More

By Hamil R. Harris Data from Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City shows that more than 13 percent of African American men between the ages 45 and 79 will develop prostate cancer in their lifetimes. And Black men

PRESS ROOM: Iyanla Vanzant to Headline EMERGE Live! An Immersive Retreat for Visionary Black Women Seeking Rest, Healing and Renewed Purpose

Written by NNPA As a cultural icon who has been described by Oprah Winfrey as “the most powerful spiritual healer, fixer, teacher, on the planet,” Iyanla’s unparalleled wisdom, inspiration, and passion promises to energize attendees, guiding them on a path to

Rep. James Clyburn Steps Down from House Leadership

By Stacy M. Brown Longtime South Carolina Democratic Rep. James Clyburn has announced his resignation from his House leadership position, effective immediately, while simultaneously committing to run for reelection. Clyburn, a staunch supporter of President Joe Biden, said he aims

Trucking Company Owner Jason Burroughs Uses Mentorship to Help Many

Burroughs owns C & B (Carrier and Brokered) Transportation Systems, a flatbed trucking company that he started in 2020 and has since secured contracts with billion-dollar companies and become the single supplier for diversity, equity, and inclusion for pipe and

Woodlawn Cemetery Conference Brings Light to Preservation Efforts

Woodlawn Cemetery Conference Brings Light to Preservation Efforts By Sabreen Dawud | Special to the AFRO The Woodlawn Cemetery Perpetual Care Association Board of Directors partnered with the Woodlawn Collaborative Project to host the virtual Woodlawn Cemetery Conference on Feb.

The ‘Father of Black Professional Basketball’

By Rashad Miller Robert ‘Bob’ Douglas was born in the British West Indies on Nov. 4, 1882. According to Naismith Hall of Famer John Isaacs, Douglas’ first sport was soccer and after playing soccer one day, he was invited to

President Biden Unveils Sweeping Plan to Lower Housing Costs for Working Families

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Biden is urging Congress to enact legislation facilitating more Americans’ access to homes, acknowledging the pivotal role of homeownership in family well-being and economic prosperity. In a move to tackle

UAB Launches Global Seal of Biliteracy Program for Anyone in the Community

Written by NNPA By Shannon Thomason | UAB News | The Birmingham Times BIRMINGHAM TIMES — The Global Seal is recognized by leading employers worldwide, increasing the marketability of graduates and building UAB’s partnerships with multinational companies seeking multilingual talent. UAB

38 Months Since the January 6 Attack on the Capitol and DOJ Investigations and Legal Actions Continue

By Stacy M. Brown As of October 14, 2022, the losses resulting from the attack, which disrupted a joint session of the U.S. Congress attempting to certify President Joe Biden’s victory, are estimated at approximately $2.9 million. March 6, 2024,

Whoopi Goldberg Pioneering Change with Blkfam, a Groundbreaking, Black-Focused Streaming Platform

Written by Stacy M. Brown Today, streaming is the biggest game in Hollywood and Academy Award®-winning actress and co-host of “The View,” Whoopi Goldberg, is stepping into this legacy, aiming to redefine the narrative of Black representation in family-friendly streaming by

Super Tuesday Victories Sets Stage for Biden Trump Rematch

By Stacy M. Brown More than a dozen states participated in primaries and caucuses, constituting the most significant nominating race day, and shifting the focus from the one-by-one march through early-voting states. President Joe Biden and his twice-impeached and four-times

Biden Administration Takes Step to Curb Credit Card Fees, Bridge Racial Disparities

By Stacy M. Brown The ambitious plan, announced on Tuesday, March 5, aims not only to alleviate immediate financial burdens for consumers but also addresses the systemic inequities faced by those residing in predominantly Black or African American and Hispanic

Vice President Kamala Harris Joins Annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee, Honors Legacy of Bloody Sunday

By Stacy M. Brown Fifty-nine years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other civil rights leaders led a nonviolent march from Selma to Montgomery to demand equal voting rights for African Americans. To help commemorate the 59th anniversary of

National Urban League Unveils 2024 State of Black America Report: A Deep Dive into Complex Realities and Persistent Disparities

Who Killed Malcolm X? Elderly Witnesses Allege Gov and Police Coverup

Written by NNPA Malcolm X was assassinated on February 21, 1965, at age 39 while speaking at the Audubon Ballroom. He was shot a total of 21 times by a group of men, in front of his wife and daughters. At

Diageo’s Stephanie Childs Affirms Black Press Partnership During Informative Conference

Written by Stacy M. Brown Founded in 1997, Diageo is a relatively young company, but many of its brands are steeped in rich heritage, with some dating as far back as the 17th century. Stephanie Childs, Executive Vice President of Corporate

Lawmakers Strike Deal to Avert Government Shutdown, Extend Funding Deadlines

Written by Stacy M. Brown “After preparing final text, this package of six full year Appropriations bills will be voted on and enacted prior to March 8,” Johnson, Schumer, and the appropriators announced. “The remaining six Appropriations bills will be finalized,

Flint Mourns the Loss of Longtime City Council Member Eric Mays

Written by Stacy M. Brown In an official statement, city officials acknowledged Mays for his “bold and courageous service” and announced that the flag at City Hall would be lowered to half-staff on Monday, Feb. 26, in his honor. Eric Mays,

IN MEMORIAM: Renowned Philosopher and Black Power Trailblazer Charles V. Hamilton, Dies at 94

Written by Stacy M. Brown A Wallace S. Sayre Professor Emeritus of Government at Columbia University, Hamilton made history as one of the first African Americans to hold an endowed chair at an Ivy League university. His extensive research delved into

Trump Repeatedly Says ‘The Blacks’ in Shameless Exploitation of Legal Woes to Woo African American Voters

Written by Stacy M. Brown The twice-impeached and four-times indicted former president is facing 91 felony counts, including racketeering and conspiracy to obstruct justice. In a brazen display of political manipulation, former President Donald Trump took to the stage at the

Study Reveals Officer-Involved Killings of Unarmed Black Individuals Linked to Adverse Sleep Outcomes in Black Community

Written by Stacy M. Brown The central inquiry of the study focused on whether officer-involved killings of unarmed Black individuals are associated with adverse sleep health outcomes in the community. Utilizing a difference-in-differences design, researchers examined changes in sleep duration among

Justice Department Finds Unconstitutional Jailing Practices in Lexington, Mississippi Police Department

Written by Stacy M. Brown In a letter addressed to Katherine Barrett Riley, the attorney for the city of Lexington, Federal prosecutors asserted that the police department imprisoned people for outstanding fines without determining their financial means, violating the Fourteenth Amendment.

JPMorgan Chase Celebrates 5 Years of Advancing Black Pathways

By Micha Green | The Washington Informer In a celebration that included a pre-reception, delectable three-course dinner and powerful panels, JPMorgan Chase commemorated five years of its Advancing Black Pathways (ABP) initiative on Feb. 22. Hosted at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History

Senator Laphonza Butler Makes Black Community a Priority

On Feb. 26, she visited Southern California to attend a meeting of National Newspaper Publishers Association (Black Press of America) hosted by NNPA Chairman Emeritus and Sentinel Executive Publisher Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., to discuss issues and challenges Black media

National Urban League Unveils 2024 State of Black America Report: A Deep Dive into Complex Realities and Persistent Disparities

Administration officials said the comprehensive reforms underscore the Biden-Harris team’s commitment to addressing working families’ pressing challenges, making quality childcare more accessible and affordable for all. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In a move towards

DLCC Unveils Ambitious “Multi-Cycle” Strategy for Long-Term Democratic Dominance

The DLCC stressed the urgency of countering the Republicans’ successful long-term game, citing underhanded tactics, gerrymandering, and substantial financial investments that have consistently allowed them to dominate state legislatures. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia The

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