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Carolinians at Higher Risk for Severe Illness from COVID-19

RALEIGH — More than half (51.1%) of North Carolina adults are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19 because they are 65 or older, have at least one underlying health condition or both, according to data analyzed by the

‘We Were Curiosities’: One Of ‘The Last Negroes At Harvard’ Shares His Story

Kent Garrett Sr., 97, still remembers how proud and happy he was when his son was admitted to Harvard in 1959. “I invited everybody over for dinner,” he recalls with a laugh. Garrett was a subway motorman who worked a

Black-Owned Businesses Demand Share of Federal Dollars as COVID-19 Rages On

The coronavirus pandemic has ravaged the U.S. economy, leaving scores of businesses in limbo and livelihoods in jeopardy. And Black businesses – many of which were already fighting to access capital – are struggling to weather this economic disaster COVID-19

Coalition of Civil Rights Leaders Support CBC in Protecting Black Health

WASHINGTON, D.C., May 3, 2020 – National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) President and CEO, Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., National Action Network (NAN) Founder Rev. Al Sharpton, Dr. Julianne Malveaux, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), National Coalition of 100 Black

Valeisha Butterfield Jones Named as Recording Academy’s First Diversity & Inclusion Officer

Valeisha Butterfield Jones, a leader, a global influencer, and culture shifter who co-founded the Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network (WENN) and served as the National Youth Vote Director for President Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign, has been named the Recording

Meet The Black Woman CEO Who Is Taking Over the Freight Broker Industry

Nikisha Reagan is the founder and CEO of NR Swanks Freight Brokerage, one of very few Black woman-owned freight brokerages in the country. Based in Houston, Texas, her company offers top notch broker services to hundreds of shippers and carriers,

4 Good Practices for Anyone Caring for Quarantined Kids

About 55 million U.S. schoolchildren attend schools that have been closed or are being directly affected by the new coronavirus social distancing rules. Erika London Bocknek, a family therapist who studies early childhood development, parenting and family resilience, encourages parents and others raising

Top 11 Misconceptions Many African Americans Have About Coronavirus

BLACKNEWS.COM – Coronavirus, also known scientifically as COVID-19, has been a global nightmare. One by one, the virus has infiltrated nearly every country and about 10% of those who have contracted the virus have died. Sadly, there are many African

Department of Labor Announces $29.2 Million Funding for Rural Communities Initiative

The Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities Initiative WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor, in partnership with the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) and the Delta Regional Authority (DRA), today announced the availability of approximately $29.2 million in a second

The Role of the Black Church During a Pandemic

I recently came across an article on NewsOne.com that highlighted a furor on several social media platforms regarding whether wealthy pastors are contributing enough to COVID-19 relief efforts. Admittedly, some of the social media memes and tropes were amusing and of course,

Court’s in Session: Will Labor Please Rise!

This November, we’re going to have to do some hard work to make sure that going off to work every day means a decent living for our families. That is, if your job pays your bills, provides you and your

Congressional Black Caucus: Prioritize Black People First! Word!

As a person who’s been on the front lines of protests advocating for Black folks for media job hiring, slavery reparations and more Black history teaching in public schools, just to name a few. I’ve witnessed for decades how my

Former Radio Personality Creates Social Media App for African Americans

‘Marcel’ to Debut his New App on Chuck D’s RapStation On Friday, May 1, legendary Public Enemy front man Chuck D will host a “Hip-Hop Earthizen Town Hall,” with Dr. Khan, one of today’s most relevant rappers. The Town Hall

Unmasked: The Digital Divide Leaves Students Offline – Tuesday, May 5

Join us as we continue our Unmasked Series examining the impact of the virus on K-12 education and the digital divide. The digital divide – the gulf between those who have ready access to computers and the internet and those

Charleston International Airport Reports Minority Business Participation

Officials at Charleston International Airport recently provided information regarding minority business participation. Here’s some of that information. David Morrow, director of procurement for the airport said in 2019, the airport spent $77,375,260 for procurement of goods and services. Of that, $7,784,882 was

99-Year Old Woman Beats Coronavirus, but Not the Oldest U.S. Patient to Survive

Angelina Friedman, a 101-year-old upstate New York woman with “superhuman DNA” not only beat the coronavirus, but knocked out cancer and lived through the 1918 Spanish flu, according to a report. Angelina Friedman, a resident at a Mohegan Lake nursing home,

Who’s at Risk of Not Being Counted in the 2020 Census: 6 Essential Reads

The census aims to count everyone in the U.S. Of course, that’s not so easy. Overall, the 2010 census was accurate, with a net overcount of just 0.01%. Still, some 16 million people were likely omitted from the final count. The data that

African American Health Expert Launches Online Wellness Journey Program

Chief Transformation Officer, Tonya Kinlow, creates online Remarkable Wellness Journey to help people find true happiness, deal with trauma, and feel better during these uneasy and uncertain times. The personalized 8-week journey will take place from April 25th – June 20th

Kids Have a Right to a Basic Education, According to a New Legal Milestone

A federal appeals court has found that children have a constitutional right to an opportunity to learn how to read. The decision on April 23 in a case involving the Detroit public school system finally answers a question the Supreme Court has

As States Weigh Human Lives Versus the Economy, History Suggests the Economy Often Wins

Policymakers are beginning to decide how to reopen the American economy. Until now, they’ve largely prioritized human health: Restrictions in all but a handful of states remain in effect, and trillions have been committed to help shuttered businesses and those who have been

Economic Agenda Purposed by the HUB Inclusion Coalition and NC NAACP – GDN Exclusive

The NC HUB Coalition and the NAACP economic development committee are convening a series of virtual conferences to address issues that impact HUB (MWBE) businesses. High on the agenda is the creation of the “Support Our HUBs” campaign. Months ago,

Rep. Ayanna Pressley Calls For Racial Data On COVID-19 Small Business Loans

Since the start of the COVID-19, or novel coronavirus, pandemic, many small business owners have been struggling to stay afloat under the economic fallout. Under the new stimulus package, entrepreneurs were able to see if they were eligible to qualify for small

13-Year-Old Paris Brown Recalls Her Coronavirus Awakening

My name is Paris Brown. My parents are NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, Stacy Brown, and the awesome Shenay Brown. I am 13-years old and am privileged to be a member of the National Junior Honor Society. But more importantly,

$349 Billion COVID-19 Small Business Program Short-Changes Businesses of Color

Federal lawsuits allege systemic lending biases that place 8.7 million jobs at risk A $349 billion program created to assist America’s small businesses was launched on April 3 to provide payroll, utilities, rent and more for eligible applicants screened by

CDC: Individual Housing for People Experiencing Homelessness During COVID-19

Washington, DC –The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated their official guidance on COVID-19 to include sheltered homeless populations, stating, “Depending on resources and staff availability, non-group housing options (such as hotels/motels) that have individual rooms should be considered for

Journalism Industry Needs Coronavirus Relief Funding

Antitrust Settlements with Google and Facebook Could Recover Journalism Rescue Funds WASHINGTON – In a small win for the journalism industry, the Seattle Times and Tampa Bay Times were each granted a loan that would ensure the publications could avoid layoffs and pay cuts for its staff.

Black-Owned Newspapers and Media Companies Are Small Businesses Too!

Publishers of Black-owned community newspapers, including Janis Ware of the Atlanta Voice, Cheryl Smith of Texas Metro News, Chris Bennett of the Seattle Medium, Denise Rolark Barnes of the Washington Informer, and Brenda Andrews of the New Journal & Guide in Virginia, are desperately trying to

Food Assistance Programs Critical for Low-Income Children and Families

According to the Census Bureau, of the 13.8 million households that receive SNAP, 6.7 million have children under the age of 18 and 6.4 million have someone living with a disability. Of all the homes with children under  18, some 18%

LIVE WEB EVENT “Unmasked: Will Black Businesses Survive the Virus?”

Join us again for this installation of the Unmasked series as we focus on the battle Black businesses currently face. In 2018, Black Enterprise published an article stating that 80% of Black-owned businesses face one common issue: access to capital. When faced

Congressional Black Caucus and NNPA Demand Stimulus Inclusion

Congressional Democrats reached an agreement with the Trump administration on an interim coronavirus emergency relief package that provides support and fixes to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), as well as increased funding for emergency disaster loans and grants, hospitals, health

Coronavirus Recovery Must Address Structural Barriers Holding Back Women of Color

Washington, D.C. — Today, the Women’s Initiative at the Center for American Progress released a new report and issue brief. The issue brief explores how the coronavirus is exposing the many ways America’s health care system underserves women, including how insurance coverage is

‘Reopen’ Protest Movement Created, Boosted by Fake Grassroots Tactics

Many Americans have been under strict stay-at-home orders, or at least advisories, for more than a month. People are frustrated and depressed, but have complied with what they’ve been asked to endure because they trust that state and local public health officials are telling the truth

How to Score an Internship During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Editor’s Note: Even though unemployment has reached a record high due to business closures and social distancing measures brought about by the new coronavirus, you can still snag an internship if you know how to adapt and get creative. That advice comes

Renters Still Left out in the Cold Despite Temporary Coronavirus Protection

Emergency relief for renters across America may protect them from the threat of eviction during the coronavirus crisis – but it won’t last for long. The economic shutdown necessitated by COVID-19 has undermined the ability of millions of families and

Atlanta Mother of Twin Boys Dies From Coronavirus at 36-Years Old

Atlanta, GA — Brent Green, a 36-year old African American mother of twins who had no known underlying conditions, has died due from coronavirus. Her family believes she started getting sick after going to the grocery store to buy food for

Voting Rights Expert: Still Work to Be Done in Representation, Access

CHICAGO — The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing women the right to vote was ratified by the states Aug. 18, 1920. During the 100th anniversary year of women’s suffrage, DePaul University’s Christina Rivers is available to discuss the

Trump Versus the States: What Federalism Means for the Coronavirus Response

President Donald Trump recently attempted to explain the complex relationship between the federal government and the states, as outlined by the framers in 1787. “[Y]ou can call it ‘federalist,’ you can call it ‘the Constitution,’ but I call it ‘the

Single Mom Who Almost Died From COVID-19 Says She Quarantined Herself Away From Her Kids

Tiffany Pinckney, a 39-year old single mother from NYC, was worried when she realized that she had been infected with coronavirus. She says she immediately quarantined herself at home separate from her two sons, who are ages 9 and 16, before

Remembering Dr. Dorothy Irene Height

April 20, 2020 marks the 10th anniversary of the death of our gentle but fearless leader and mentor, Dr. Dorothy Irene Height. This significant anniversary offers us an opportunity for reflection during these unprecedented times we are living in today.

A Return to the White House – Michelle Obama Tops List as Biden’s Veep

Is a return to the White House by the Obama family in the cards? It can happen if former First Lady Michelle Obama would accept a public invitation from former Vice President and presumptive Democratic Presidential nominee Joe Biden. On

Virginia Pastor Who Defied Social Distancing Has Died After Contracting COVID-19

Bishop Gerald O. Glenn, the 66-year old pastor and founder of New Deliverance Evangelistic Church in Chesterfield, Virginia, has reportedly died from COVID-19. He allegedly defied warnings to avoid religious gatherings and still continued to preach that “God is larger

Attorney Helped Save Black Men’s Lives By Calling for Suspension of Anti-Mask Law During COVID-19 Pandemic

Gerald Griggs, an attorney and VP of the NAACP’s Atlanta branch, had began calling for an immediate suspension of the anti-mask law during the COVID19 pandemic to help protect the safety of Black men in Georgia. Just five days later,

Investment Expert, Dr. David Doriscar, Reveals How to Get Funding For Your Business

Dr. David Doriscar is the founder and CEO of the Doriscar Capital Group, an organization that helps businesses nationwide get funding – from micro-loans to capital of up to $100 million dollars. An accomplished author, as well as a financial

First Black Sheriff in the History of Broward County Overcomes Bigotry

It’s been just over one year that Gregory Tony became the first Black sheriff in the history of Broward County, Florida. And, as one might expect, Tony’s job is made all the more difficult because even in the 21st century,

NFL Exec Troy Vincent Talks Draft, HBCU Initiatives

Troy Vincent’s career and life have come a long way since the Miami Dolphins selected him with the 7th pick in the National Football League (NFL) Draft in 1992. The former five-time Pro-Bowl cornerback has risen to become the second-in-command

NFL Scores Win with National Response to COVID-19

In the wake of the unprecedented novel coronavirus pandemic, the National Football League (NFL) — perhaps more than any other sports league and many other major corporations — has strived to rapidly respond to needs in local communities throughout the

BHERC’s Operation Love Delivers Love, Easter Sunday Meals and Essential Goods to Seniors in Los Angeles Area

The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) continued its “Operation Love” outreach Sunday, April 12, 2020 in the Los Angeles area targeted towards seniors and those with “underlying” health conditions who have been extremely impacted and need assistance. This

While Struggling Americans Await $1,200 Stimulus, Nation’s Wealthiest Reap Windfall

While struggling individuals and families look forward to a $1,200 federal stimulus check, America’s wealthy have again made off with most of the cash. The $2.3 trillion coronavirus stimulus package includes a temporary tax change for individuals who make at

The Political and Healthcare System Is Broken and Corrupt in America

“History is bound to repeat itself. Look at what went wrong in 1918 (Spanish Flu). Then do the opposite,” says the History Channel. President Woodrow Wilson was the American President in 1918, when 675,000 Americans died as a result of

Making Masks – What You Need to Know About to Reduce Transmission

The recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendation to use cloth face coverings to help slow the spread of COVID-19 has generated numerous how-to articles and videos. As academics who focus on personal protective equipment (PPE) research and development, we are

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