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What the Supreme Court’s Ruling on Man Wrongly Deported to El Salvador Says About Presidential Authority and the Rule of Law

The Supreme Court on April 10, 2025, unanimously upheld the lower court order directing the Trump administration to “facilitate” the return of Kilmar Abrego García, a Maryland man who was wrongly deported to a maximum security prison in El Salvador. The Supreme

Altadena Residents Rebuild, But Luxury Developers Could Stop Them In Their Tracks

Months later, the fires are out, the dust has settled and Altadena residents are looking towards their next lofty challenge of rebuilding the places that they have called home and the buildings that were the sites of dreams realized — but just

White House Plans for Alaskan Oil and Gas Face Some Hurdles – Including from Trump and the Petroleum Industry

The second Trump administration has launched the next stage in the half-century-long battle between commerce and conservation over Alaskan oil and gas development. But its moves are delivering a mixed message to the petroleum industry. The administration has opened –

UNCF President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Michael L. Lomax Receives GSV’s 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award

Dr. Michael L. Lomax, president and chief executive officer, UNCF was honored April 9 with the prestigious GSV 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award at the ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego—one of the world’s leading convenings of education, innovation and impact. In receiving the honor, Dr.

SAVE Act: A New Weapon Against Black and Brown Voters

Since the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965, Republicans have worked relentlessly to chip away at protections for voters — particularly Black Americans, other people of color, and women. Those efforts reached a fever pitch after Barack Obama’s historic victories

Michelle Obama: ‘I’m Not Divorcing Barack — I’m Choosing Me’

Former First Lady Michelle Obama is setting the record straight about her marriage, brushing off rumors of a split from former President Barack Obama and calling out the sexist assumptions that fueled them. In part two of her appearance on

Pink Tariff? Black Women Hit Hardest by Trump’s Trade Moves

As the Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs take effect, Mica Whitfield, Co-President and CEO of 9to5, National Association of Working Women, warns that the policies are another economic blow to already vulnerable communities—especially Black women. “These tariffs are just a tax

‘Target Fast’ Boycott Nears End as Black Shoppers Speak Out: ‘I’m Done for Good’

As the 40-day “Target Fast” draws to a close on Easter Sunday, thousands of Black Americans say the protest has sparked a permanent change in their spending habits—and in their view of corporate accountability. “I’ve been off of Target the last few

Local School Classroom Transformed into Innovative STEM Lab

Homestead, Fla. – Students explored with wonder inside the reimagined classrooms at Coconut Palm K-8 Academy, excited to learn about hydroponics and reveal a brand-new school mural. Made possible through a STEM Classroom Makeover Grant from Florida Power & Light Company

National Black Child Development Institute Names Rev. Terrance McKinley Vice President of Movement Building and Strategy

Silver Spring, MD – The National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) is thrilled to announce a pivotal addition to its leadership team: Rev. Terrance McKinley will join NBCDI as the Vice President of Movement Building and Strategy. He brings an

The New Gold Rush: How Tapping African Talent Can Unlock Diaspora Wealth

In a bold reimagining of 21st-century economic strategy, a growing coalition of leaders and visionaries from the African diaspora is positioning Africa’s talent pool as the cornerstone of global Black wealth creation. Under the banner of “The New Gold Rush,”

War and Treaty Brings Innovative Sound, Cultural Roots to Howard Theater

Soulful harmonies, bold cross genres, and a masterclass in African American virtuosity arrives in the nation’s capital on April 11, as Tanya and Michael Trotter of The War and Treaty anticipate an electric tour performance of their fourth studio album “Plus One”

Harris, Obama, and Booker Step Up as Resistance Against Trump Takes Shape

Is the resistance finally taking form? As Kendrick Lamar asked during his powerful Super Bowl performance, “Are we really about to do it?” That question now echoes in the political arena as former President Barack Obama and former Vice President

What Parents Think about Childcare Right Now

The RAPID Survey Project, based in the Stanford Center on Early Childhood, is a program of ongoing national and place-based surveys designed to gather essential information on the needs, health-promoting behaviors, and well-being of young children and their caregivers. Our

U.S. Parks Service Appears to Have Restored Harriett Tubman Texts on Website

After significant public backlash, the U.S. National Park Service has now appeared to restore its original webpage on the history of the Underground Railroad after it was met with backlash for deleting a prominently featured photo of abolitionist and women’s

Homecoming: The Cruise Partners with National Pan-Hellenic Council™ as Official Sponsor for 2025 Leadership Conference

Homecoming: The Cruise is proud to announce an impactful new partnership with the National Pan-Hellenic Council™ (NPHC™) as the official billing sponsor of biennial 2025 NPHC National Leadership Conference. This collaboration reflects the cruise’s unwavering commitment to uplifting the Divine Nine™,

Dr. King and the Reason He Protested on His Assassination Anniversary

“What would Martin do?” asked Mary Francis Berry, the former head of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights. Berry was a college student when the news reports were delivered that Dr King was assassinated. More than half a century ago

Faith, Justice, and Strategy for the Times We’re In!

Faith, Justice, and Strategy for the Times We’re In! You are invited to a powerful gathering of prayer, purpose, and prophetic strategy. Join us for the upcoming Prayer Summit, a community-wide event where faith meets action in response to the challenges

As Federal Environmental Priorities Shift, Sovereign Native American Nations Have Their Own Plans

Long before the large-scale Earth Day protests on April 22, 1970 – often credited with spurring significant environmental protection legislation – Native Americans stewarded the environment. As sovereign nations, Native Americans have been able to protect land, water and air, including well

Susan Monarez, Trump’s Nominee For CDC Director, Faces an Unprecedented and Tumultuous Era at the Agency

The job of director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention carries immense responsibility for shaping health policies, responding to crises and maintaining trust in public health institutions. Since the Trump administration took office in January 2025, the position

Vitamin D Builds Your Bones and Keeps Your Gut Sealed, Among Many Other Essential Functions − but Many Children Are Deficient

You’ve likely heard about vitamin D’s important role in maintaining strong bones and teeth. But it also plays several other important roles to keep your body healthy – including the function of your gut. As part of our research on how a dietary fiber

Abolition Wasn’t Fueled by Just Moral or Economic Concerns – the Booming Whaling Industry Also Helped Sink Slavery

Historians have long debated whether the end of slavery in the United States was primarily driven by moral campaigns or economic changes. But what if both perspectives are looking at only part of the puzzle? We are experts in economic development and social movements. Our new research uncovers what we believe

Myanmar Military’s ‘Ceasefire’ Follows a Pattern of Ruling Generals Exploiting Disasters to Shore Up Control

After a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28. 2025, the country’s military and the myriad resistance groups fighting a yearslong civil war faced international calls for an immediate ceasefire. A pause in the fighting would enable vital aid to enter the major

Feeling FOMO For Something That’s Not Even Fun? It’s Not the Event You’re Missing, It’s the Bonding

Imagine you’ve planned the trip of a lifetime for your animal-loving family: a cruise to Antarctica with the unique opportunity to view penguins, whales and other rare wildlife. Your adventure-loving kids can kayak through fjords, plunge into icy water and

The Hidden Power of Marathon Senate Speeches: What History Tells Us About Cory Booker’s 25-Hour Oration

Democratic U.S. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey made history on April 1, 2025, when he stood on the Senate floor and spoke for 25 hours and five minutes, delivering the longest floor speech in the history of the U.S. Senate. Booker’s

Relay Graduate School of Education Announces Darren Reed As Its First Chief Growth Officer

Relay Graduate School of Education announced Darren Reed as Relay’s first Chief Growth Officer. He officially joined Relay on Monday, March 31. With over 5,000 residents, teachers, and school leaders, and nearly 15,000 alumni, Relay reaches an estimated 1.9 million PK-12 students

Smithsonian African American Museum Director Placed on Leave

Kevin Young, the director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), is currently on personal leave and not leading the museum, according to Smithsonian officials. The leave began on March 14 and will continue for an

100 Black Researchers, Scientists and Stakeholders Convene to Support Findings of “Advancing the Movement: HIV Prevention Research for Black Communities”

ATLANTA, GA – Over a year ago, the first ever National Black-focused HIV Prevention Research Agenda was created. This included strategies to identify Black researchers, research networks, and federal entities for engagement with creating equitable PrEP access for the Black

Trump Slaps Highest Tariff Yet on Small African Nation

President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs on dozens of nations, including a record-setting 50% reciprocal tariff on the tiny southern African mountain kingdom of Lesotho — the highest levy imposed on any sovereign country by the United States.

Hormone Therapy May Cut Cardiovascular Risk in Younger Menopausal Women

Menopause can have profound effects on heart health, yet many people are unaware of this important connection. The hormonal shifts occurring during menopause mark the end of a woman’s reproductive years and contribute to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease,

‘By Black’ Seal Shows Americans Are Willing to Pay More to Eliminate the Racial Wealth Gap

New York, NY – The “Certified Prosperity for the Next Generation, By Black” seal is proving to be a powerful market differentiator, according to research with the American public released today by the Fund for Social Equity showing that 50% of

Relay Graduate School of Education Announces Darren Reed as Its First Chief Growth Officer

MAGA’s Global Transformation Meets DEI and Pan-Africanism

The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), once a uniquely American event that propelled rising Republican stars, has undergone a dramatic transformation. While the gathering was traditionally a bastion of Reagan-style conservatism—emphasizing free markets, small government, and national defense—it has increasingly

Happy International Black Women’s History Month!

It’s International Black Women’s History Month! We honor and celebrate the resilience, creativity, strength and invaluable contributions of Black women worldwide. From breaking barriers to redefining industries, Black women continue to shape history in meaningful ways. In the first quarter

Leading and Learning, Thanks to Head Start

I attended Head Start at Ferebee-Hope Elementary School in Ward 8 in Washington, D.C., and I am one of five children. There were many challenges: my mother was a recovering addict completing workforce development training and my father was re-engaging as a

RFK Jr. Oversees Mass and Sudden Firings at FDA

Thousands of federal health employees faced sudden job losses Tuesday as mass firings and forced resignations swept through the U.S. Food and Drug Administration under a new directive from the Trump administration. According to Endpoints News, some FDA staffers arriving

Differing Ideas on Liberation

“April 2 is liberation day, “proclaims Karoline Leavitt, White House Press Secretary, during Tuesday’s daily press briefing. President Trump will announce the percentage of tariffs on products from targeted countries and which countries will have tariffs on imported goods at

April is National Minority Health Month

While healthcare access has improved in many ways, differences in health outcomes persist for racial and ethnic minority groups including Black, Latino, and Indigenous American communities. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that African Americans

MLK’s Voice Rings Loud as Trump Tries to Erase Black History

Fifty-seven years ago, an assassin’s bullet struck Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on a Memphis balcony, and in that single, devastating moment, the world lost a moral giant, and Black America lost one of its most powerful and courageous champions.

The New Gold Rush: Tapping African talent as the Key to Diaspora Wealth

In recent years, the push for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has faced significant opposition in the United States and other Western nations. Corporate initiatives aimed at increasing Black representation in leadership, procurement opportunities for minority-owned businesses, and equitable hiring

Ecological Disruptions Are a Risk to National Security

When the natural environment is stretched beyond its ability to meet basic human needs for food, clean air, drinkable water and shelter, it is not just a humanitarian concern for the world community. Research shows that these crises are a

CBCF Launches New Innovation Leader Scholarship for Students Pursuing Careers in Engineering and Computer Science

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) is proud to announce the launch of the Innovation Leader Scholarship. This groundbreaking initiative aims to support the next generation of diverse leaders in engineering and computer science, empowering them to drive innovation

Signal Gate Followed Project 2025 Protocol

“I hope by getting busted and the only reason they were busted is because they were stupid enough to include a journalist in the text chat that they won’t do this again,” says a “concerned” former National Security Advisor and

National Urban League and DoorDash Expand the Virtual Financial Empowerment Center with New Mobile App

NEW YORK – The National Urban League, in partnership with DoorDash, is proud to announce the expansion of the Virtual Financial Empowerment Center (VFEC) through the launch of the VFEC App in April 2025. Since its launch, the VFEC has

Trump Orders Purge of Black History from Smithsonian, Targets African American Museum

Even the most cynical observers knew this day would come. Since Donald Trump returned to the White House in January, the dog whistle has become a bullhorn. The whitewashing of American history is no longer implied—it’s spelled out in ink,

National Black Nurses Association Announces 53rd Annual Institute and Conference in Dallas, TX

Silver Spring, MD – The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) is thrilled to host its 53rd Annual Institute and Conference in Dallas, Texas, from August 5-10, 2025, at the Hilton Anatole. This premier event brings together nursing professionals, healthcare leaders,

The Global War on Black Wealth: A Call for Economic Liberation

As the conversation around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) fades from corporate boardrooms, a more pressing and insidious issue continues unchecked: the global war on Black wealth. While companies trim or eliminate DEI programs, they profit handsomely from the natural

Could Gen. Lloyd Austin III Have Survived Leaking War Plans?

The question being asked all over social media, in homes, offices, and even behind closed doors in Washington: If former Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had leaked war plans over Signal, would Republicans already be demanding his resignation? “Imagine the uproar

Trump Loves the Poorly Educated

After he won the Nevada Republican caucuses in 2016, the current President crowed his victory. “We won with young. We won with old. We won with highly educated. We won with poorly educated. I love the poorly educated.” Congressman Bobby

Color of Change Urges Caution for Black Taxpayers This Season

As the April 15 tax filing deadline approaches, Color of Change Executive Director Portia Allen-Kyle is urging Black taxpayers to be on high alert for deceptive practices and structural pitfalls in the tax system. “The biggest thing we are letting

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