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Parents With Disabilities Have Faced Discrimination for Years in the US, but New Rules Will Help Ensure That Child Welfare Systems Treat Them More Fairly

Parents with any kind of disability are much more likely to have some type of interaction with the child welfare system than other parents. This means they are more likely than other parents to be reported for child abuse and neglect and more likely to have abuse

Congressional Black Caucus Releases Corporate Accountability Report on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Recently, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus released its new corporate accountability report, “What Good Looks Like”: A Corporate Accountability Report on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – a first-of-its-kind report to hold Fortune 500 companies — across all

New Nonproﬁt Launches in Akron: The Black Chamber of Commerce – Summit County Aims to Empower Black-Owned Businesses

A powerful new force for economic equality is forming in Summit County. The Black Chamber of Commerce – Summit County (BCCSC) proudly announces its launch, led by Robert DeJournett, President & CEO, and Misty E. Beasley, Vice President & COO,

Hip Hop Caucus Announces Its 2024 Respect My Vote! Campaign Aimed to Rally Voters of Color Ahead of 2024 Presidential Election

Hip Hop Caucus, announced recently the launch of their national nonpartisan award-winning Respect My Vote! Campaign for the 2024 presidential election. This year’s campaign will focus on economic, civil rights, climate change, and environmental issues that disproportionately affect Black and

Hopelab Names Inaugural Cohort of Six HBCU Researchers to Drive Black Youth Wellness Initiatives

In the context of the increasing focus on mental health and equity in our society, Hopelab, a leader in advancing these outcomes for young people, is excited to announce the selection of six researchers from Historically Black Colleges and Universities

Why Every Black Father Must Vote: Urgent Issues for Our Families and Communities

As fathers, we play a profound role in families and communities. While the daily responsibilities of fatherhood keep us busy providing care, love, and guidance, an essential aspect of fatherhood often goes overlooked: civic engagement. Voting and participating in the

Justice Department Opens Civil Rights Investigation Into Rankin County Sheriff’s Department

The U.S. Department of Justice launched a civil rights investigation into Rankin County, Mississippi, and the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department (RCSD). The probe will determine whether the RCSD engages in unconstitutional practices, including excessive force, unlawful stops, and racially

Unity and Liberation: The Call to the African Diaspora

By Peter Grear The African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI) conference held at Howard University in Washington, DC, provided a vibrant platform for discussions centered on African unity, economic liberation, and investment opportunities in the continent. The event drew participants from

Unity and Liberation: The Call to the African Diaspora

Written by Peter Grear The African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI) conference held at Howard University in Washington, DC, provided a vibrant platform for discussions centered on African unity, economic liberation, and investment opportunities in the continent. The event drew participants

Preventive Care is Free by Law, But Many Americans Get Incorrectly Billed − Especially If You’re Poor, a Person of Color or Don’t Have a College Degree

Even though preventive care is supposed to be free by law for millions of Americans thanks to the Affordable Care Act, many don’t receive recommended preventive services, especially racial and ethnic minorities and other at-risk patient groups. The Affordable Care Act exempted preventive services from

Mixed Emotions – Neuroscience is Exploring How Your Brain Lets You Experience Two Opposite Feelings at Once

Countless parents across the country recently dropped their kids off at college for the first time. This transition can stir a whirlwind of feelings: the heartache of parting, sadness over a permanently changed family dynamic, the uncertainty of what lies

NAACP Urgently Calls on Missouri Governor to Halt Execution of Marcellus Williams

The NAACP has issued an emergency call to Missouri’s Republican Gov. Mike Parson to stop the execution of Marcellus Williams, a Black man on death row who has consistently maintained his innocence. In an open letter, NAACP President Derrick Johnson

State Department Launches Online Passport Renewal System for Millions of Americans

Millions of Americans can now renew their passports online instead of mailing the State Department paper documents with a check. The department announced Wednesday that its online system is now open after months of limited testing and years of pilots.

New Study Reveals Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer Mortality Rates Across All Tumor Subtypes

Despite advancements in early detection and innovative treatments, Black women in the United States face higher mortality rates from breast cancer compared to white women. A systematic review and meta-analysis led by Mass General Brigham Integrated Health Care System sheds

Why Holding Kids Back Fails − and What to Do About It

For decades, schools have allowed children to advance to the next grade even when they’re not reading at grade level. But more and more states are adopting policies to hold students back if they fail standardized tests in reading. As

Immigrants Are Unsung Heroes of Global Trade and Value Creation

In nearly every country that hosts foreign-born citizens, immigration emerges as a lightning rod for controversy. The economic realities of immigration, however, are far more complex than the negative sound bites suggest. Far from being a burden, as critics claim,

Your Voice is Your Vote. BET Media Group, National Urban League, NAACP, and Other Partners Aim to Drive Awareness and Registration This National Black Voter Day on September 20th

BET Media Group (a unit of Paramount, NASDAQ: PARAA; PARA), the world’s largest media company dedicated to empowering the Black community and championing Black culture, is proud to continue its commitment to mobilizing Black voters through comprehensive voter education initiatives, community

The Orlando Magic Form a Delicious Deal with Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks

The Orlando Magic announced today a multiyear partnership with Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks. The partnership brings the cheesesteak franchise with humble beginnings to the Sunshine State. Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks will place their first Orlando location inside the Magic’s home, Kia Center.

Head Start Is a Jump Start for Women’s Economic Security

Since 1964, the Head Start program has been a lifeline for generations of women and families, providing free, high-quality educational, health, social-emotional, and nutritional services and opening doors to opportunity and economic justice that had long been kept shut. Now,

Biden-Harris Administration Commits Record $17 Billion to HBCUs, Driving Unprecedented Educational and Economic Impact

The Biden-Harris administration’s mission to strengthen educational equity and economic opportunity was on full display again as the White House announced an additional $1.3 billion in federal investments for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The new funding brings the

Iconic Jackson 5 Member Tito Jackson Dies at 70

Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70. The Jackson 5, which included Tito and his brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael, skyrocketed to fame in the 1970s with timeless hits

Class and Race Can Create Divides Between Donors and a Cause They Support − Putting Stress on Those Nonprofits

Relying on wealthy, largely white donors for funding can lead nonprofits that run after-school programs for low-income children of color to feel pressured to skew their priorities. In part because of class and racial differences, these nonprofits can have trouble

How Researchers Measure Wildfire Smoke Exposure Doesn’t Capture Long-Term Health Effects − and Hides Racial Disparities

Kids born in 2020 worldwide will experience twice the number of wildfires during their lifetimes compared with those born in 1960. In California and other western states, frequent wildfires have become as much a part of summer and fall as popsicles and

‘They’re Eating Pets’ – Another Example of US Politicians Smearing Haiti and Haitian Immigrants

Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance continues to defend the false claim that migrants in Springfield, Ohio, have been abducting and eating area cats and dogs. That outlandish idea has been thoroughly debunked since former President Donald Trump repeatedly raised it as an anti-immigrant talking point

All-Star Lineup “All In” as New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee Community Champions

The New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, led by the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and the New Orleans Saints, is proud to announce world-class New Orleans Saints players and a multi-award-winning sports journalist to serve as Community Champions

Historic Celebration of Black Excellence at the White House

On Friday, September 13, the White House South Lawn transformed into a historic celebration of Black excellence, bringing together actors, authors, television personalities, journalists, writers, activists, and artists. The event marked the first time such a celebration exclusively dedicated to

CBCF Conference Demands Action to Close Racial Wealth Gap and Transform Black Economic Future

This year’s Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) has served as a rallying cry for dismantling the systemic barriers that have long obstructed Black economic advancement. Centered around the theme “From Vision to Victory: Amplifying Black Voices,”

Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 53rd Annual Legislative Conference Concludes with Powerful Phoenix Awards Gala

The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) 53rd Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) culminated in an influential Phoenix Awards gala at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in downtown D.C. This year’s theme, “From Vision to Victory: Amplifying Black Voices,” was not

Responding to Work Emails After Hours Contributes to Burnout, Hostility

Image it’s Friday evening. You’re about to watch a new Netflix drama, trying to unwind after a long week. Suddenly, your phone pings with a work email marked “urgent.” Your heart sinks; your stress levels rise. Even if you choose

The Disproportionate Toll That COVID-19 Took on People With Diabetes Continues Today

At the start of the pandemic, many people living with diabetes were wondering what COVID-19 meant for them. Diabetes was already known to put people at higher risks from other infectious diseases, including flu. Would it be the same with

National Museum of African American History and Culture Debuts Its First Visual Art Publication

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) launched a powerful new publication, “Reckoning: Protest. Defiance. Resilience.” Sept. 3 that showcases visual art’s dynamic and potent role in African American history and culture. Featuring nearly 100 artworks,

Hispanic & African American Communities Dead Set Against New “Bag Tax” Legislation, Majority Worried It Will Drive Greater Insecurity For Families

An overwhelming majority of Hispanic and African Americans in California are strongly opposed to being forced to pay the new “Bag Tax” that the state legislature approved late last month, according to a new poll conducted by John Zogby Strategies,

California Passes Bill Banning Discrimination Based on Hair Styles, Texture

On Aug. 27, the State Legislature passed Assembly Bill (AB) 1815, a law that bans hair-based discrimination related to race, making its way to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk for a final signature. This bill seeks to expand the state’s civil rights

Coppin State University Receives a Grant to Help Increase Study Abroad Opportunities for Students

Coppin State University, a Historically Black university located in West Baltimore, has received $34,992 from the U.S. Department of State’s Increase and Diversify Education Abroad for U.S. Students (IDEAS) Program. Coppin State is among 37 other colleges and universities selected

‘This is a Bond for Life:’ From Sisterhood to the Presidential Race

Kamala Harris has had many roles and titles over the course of her political career. Attorney General, Senator, Vice President and now Democratic presidential nominee. But for the women who were initiated into Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. at Howard

Atlanta’s Black Coffee Company Opens Second Location at Morehouse College

The Black Coffee Company, an Atlanta-based coffee shop brand, has opened its second location on the campus of Morehouse College at 830 Westview Dr. SW. Students, family, and friends attended the ribbon cutting Friday morning as music blasted and customers

DOJ and State Attorneys General File Joint Consumer Lawsuit

In August, the Department of Justice and eight state Attorneys Generals filed a lawsuit charging RealPage Inc., a commercial revenue management software firm providing apartment managers with illegal price fixing software data that violates antitrust law and artificially increases costs for

Harris Dominates First Presidential Debate as Trump Struggles to Defend Record

Vice President Kamala Harris decisively took control of the first presidential debate against former President Donald Trump in Philadelphia on Tuesday night, delivering a performance that put Trump on the defensive for much of the evening. Moderators David Muir and

Legendary Soul Icon Frankie Beverly Passes Away at 77

Frankie Beverly, the iconic frontman of the soul, R&B, and funk band Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, has died at the age of 76. His family confirmed the news in a devastating post on social media. “Grieving the loss of a

Jury Selection Begins in Federal Trial of Memphis Officers Charged in Tyre Nichols’ Death

Jury selection began Monday, Sept. 9, in the federal trial of three former Memphis police officers charged with violating the civil rights of Tyre Nichols, the 29-year-old Black man who died following a brutal beating by police in January 2023.

New AI Chatbot Voting Assistant Launches as Election Disinformation Increases

Fair Fight Action, a leading Georgia-based pro-voter organization, is launching a first-of-its-kind AI-powered digital voting assistant designed to help Georgia voters navigate the complex landscape of the 2024 election. Georgia’s New AI Voter Assistant: Named Peaches, the AI chatbot is equipped with

Lawmakers Face September 30 Deadline to Avoid Government Shutdown

After a six-week summer recess, lawmakers return to the Capitol on Monday with a looming crisis: preventing a government shutdown. They have just three weeks to act before federal funding runs out on September 30, and the stakes couldn’t be

Congressional Black Caucus Releases Groundbreaking Corporate Accountability Report on DEI

Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chairman Steven Horsford (NV-04) and CBC members have released a first-of-its-kind report titled “What Good Looks Like: A Corporate Accountability Report on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.” The report aims to hold Fortune 500 companies accountable for their

James Earl Jones, Iconic Voice of Darth Vader and EGOT Winner, Dies at 93

James Earl Jones, the legendary actor whose deep, resonant voice became synonymous with some of the most iconic characters in film history, passed away today at his home in Dutchess County, New York. He was 93. His representatives at Independent

Introducing Brandcil, the First Black Owned Tech Company to Build an Enterprise Platform for Managing Your Social Media Channels

Brandcil, which recently launched, is a one stop shop with tools including a feature that will post to your channels all at once, a scheduler, e-commerce, a music vertical and much, much more. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Brandcil

Bershan Shaw Launches Revolutionary Mental Wellness App, URAWARRIOR, Sparking a Nationwide Movement

URAWarrior, a leading mental wellness platform, is proud to announce the official launch of its new mobile app and nationwide movement in partnership with Founding Farmers . The launch will take place on Tuesday, September 10th, at Founding Farmers Fishers

U.S. Economy Adds 142,000 Jobs in August; Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.2%, Biden Hails Progress

According to the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics data, the U.S. economy added 142,000 nonfarm payroll jobs in August, less than the 165,000 economists had predicted. While the job growth missed forecasts, the unemployment rate dropped to 4.2% from July’s

New Report Exposes Tax System’s Role in Widening Racial Wealth Gap, Calls for Urgent Reforms

Today, Color of Change, the nation’s largest online racial justice organization, and Americans for Tax Fairness released a damning report exposing the deep racial inequities entrenched in the U.S. tax system. The issue brief “How Tax Fairness Can Promote Racial Equity,” written by

Long COVID Inflicts Deep Scars On the Lungs, But Targeting Specific Immune Cells Could Reverse Damage − New Research in Mice

The long-term effects of respiratory viral infections such as COVID-19 are a major public health burden. Some estimates suggest over 65 million people around the world suffer from long COVID-19. Efforts to better understand this condition, however, have been hampered by its

Harris Campaign Tries to Beat Trump at His Own Game − Ridicule

In her speech accepting the Democratic nomination for president, Vice President Kamala Harris addressed her opponent, former President Donald Trump – not with scorn or outright condemnation but, as columnist Peter Nicholas put it, by taking a “cheekier tone.” “In many

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