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Advocacy Groups Call on U.S. Department of Transportation to Tackle Racial Bias in Traffic Enforcement
Written by Stacy M. Brown The coalition’s report presents several recommendations to incentivize reforms at the state and local levels. A coalition of advocacy groups is urging the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to address racial bias in traffic enforcement, citing
Read MorePreventable Tragedies: Unintentional Shootings by Children Remain a National Concern
Written by Stacy M. Brown According to data provided by Everytown, at least 157 lives were lost, and 270 individuals were injured last year due to unintentional shootings by children. The devastating consequences of firearm mishandling, and inadequate storage continue
Read MoreAlabama Republicans Pass Controversial Anti-Diversity Legislation
Written by Stacy M. Brown Democrats, student groups, and civil rights advocates condemned it as an assault on free speech and diversity initiatives, particularly poignant given Alabama’s history of segregation and racism. Alabama Republicans have stirred controversy with the passage of
Read MoreU.S. Plummets in World Happiness Rankings According to 2024 Report
Written by Stacy M. Brown Released on the UN’s International Day of Happiness, the report, a collaborative effort among Gallup, the Oxford Wellbeing Research Centre, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, and the World Happiness Report’s Editorial Board, sheds light
Read MoreHouse Republicans Propose Budget to Cut Medicare, Social Security, and ACA While Favoring Wealthy
Written by Stacy M. Brown Less than two weeks after President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address, where he emphasized a vision for economic fairness for the middle class, the Republican Study Committee, representing most of the House GOP,
Read MoreEmployees have a right to express support for Black Lives Matter while they’re on the job, according to a historic labor board decision
Written by Michael Z. Green A Home Depot store violated labor law when it disciplined Antonio Morales, the National Labor Relations Board ruled on Feb. 21, 2024. Morales, a Home Depot employee in the Minneapolis area, had drawn the letters BLM on
Read MoreFormer ‘Goon Squad’ Officers Sentenced for Violent Civil Rights Offenses in Mississippi
Written by Stacy M. Brown The former deputies counted among six former law enforcement officers, self-identified as the “Goon Squad,” who were scheduled to face sentencing following their admissions of guilt to federal civil rights violations. Former Mississippi Sheriff’s
Read MoreChildren experience more injuries, stress and even burnout when they specialize in one sport
Written by Nirav Pandya From football to baseball, gymnastics to tennis, more young athletes are becoming sports specialists. They join expensive sports clubs or youth leagues and devote themselves to a single sport all year long. But Nirav Pandya, a professor
Read MoreBiden Issues Executive Order to Propel Women’s Health Research Forward
Written by Stacy M. Brown On Monday, March 18, President Joe Biden signed “Advancing Women’s Health Research and Innovation,” a groundbreaking executive order that administration officials declared marks a significant milestone in prioritizing women’s health on the national agenda. “It is time
Read MorePresident Biden Unveils Ambitious Housing Plan During Vegas Trip
Written by Stacy M. Brown Biden highlighted the impact of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and emphasized the injection of $1 billion into Nevada to provide affordable housing and housing assistance. President Joe Biden arrived in Las Vegas, Nevada,
Read MoreHistoric Antitrust Settlement Reshapes Real Estate Landscape: NAREB Prepares for Industry Shift
Written by Stacy M. Brown In a development reshaping the real estate industry, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) finalized a historic settlement late last year following a multibillion-dollar antitrust ruling. This $418 million settlement, expected to go into effect
Read More40 years ago, the Supreme Court broke the NCAA’s lock on TV revenue, reshaping college sports to this day
Written by Jared Bahir Browsh The Pac-12 is likely to be competing in its last March Madness, as realignment has pushed 10 of its schools to other conferences. What led the most decorated conference in the NCAA to dissolve so quickly?
Read MoreWhat are microcredentials? And are they worth having?
Written by Daniel Douglas As private firms and governments struggle to fill jobs – and with the cost of college too high for many students – employers and elected officials are searching for alternative ways for people to get good jobs without having to earn a traditional college degree. Microcredentials
Read MoreLAWMAKERS MUST FULLY FUND THE WIC PROGRAM
Written by Candace Baker Half of all babies — including mine — rely on this essential program. But unless Congress acts, millions could face food insecurity. When my grandmother was raising my cousins and me, she taught us to
Read MoreCASH BAIL IS UNFAIR AND VIOLATES DUE PROCESS
Written by Sonali Kolhatkar Should poor people await trial behind bars while the rich go free? In the latest election year culture war, some Republicans say yes. Many Americans haven’t heard of cash bail. But the idea is central
Read MoreAmericans Willing to Pay More to Eliminate the Racial Wealth Gap, Creating a New Opportunity for Black Business Owners
Unprecedented national research released today provides encouraging news that most Americans are willing to pay a premium price for products and services if they know that they are helping to reduce the racial wealth gap in the U.S. The study
Read MoreKappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. announces new $2 million fundraising commitment for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., a beacon of service and commitment, celebrated its enduring alliance with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® at the Vicennium Partnership Banquet at the Masonic Temple. The event was hosted by the Memphis (TN) Alumni Chapter,
Read MoreThe hostility Black women face in higher education carries dire consequences
By Ebony Aya Isolated. Abused. Overworked. These are the themes that emerged when I invited nine Black women to chronicle their professional experiences and relationships with colleagues as they earned their Ph.D.s at a public university in the Midwest. I
Read MoreU.S. Citizens Flee Haiti Amidst Escalating Chaos: Global Concerns Mount
Written by Stacy M. Brown The evacuation came amid escalating chaos in Haiti, where gang attacks, looting of aid supplies, and widespread violence reportedly have pushed the nation to the brink of famine. Amidst escalating turmoil in Haiti, a recent exodus
Read MoreBlack Press Week Galvanizes Advocacy, Celebrates Legacy, and Mobilizes Voters
Written by Stacy M. Brown This year’s observance, which featured the NNPA’s annual Board of Directors meeting and a visit to the White House, resonated with the theme: “Getting Out the Black Vote.” In a stirring celebration of 197
Read MoreStudy Reveals Soaring Successes and Lingering Struggles for Women, Especially Women of Color, in Music
Written by Stacy M. Brown With the observance of Women’s History Month in full swing, the music world has finally begun to recognize female artists’ vast contributions. The latest report from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative reflected on the strides forward and
Read MoreThe U.S. Senate Border Bill Split
Written by Ariama C. Long New York City has seen about 180,000 migrants and asylum seekers sent to the city over the last two years, according to city numbers. The situation has become so dire that dozens of migrants were
Read MoreFormer President Trump Sees Reduction in Felony Charges
Written by Stacy M. Brown While this may seem like a victory for Trump, McAfee’s decision to quash six counts in the indictment, including three against the presumptive 2024 Republican presidential nominee, comes with caveats The twice-impeached and four-times indicted former
Read MoreHouse Passes Bill Banning TikTok in the United States
Written by Stacy M. Brown The move highlights lawmakers’ growing concerns over the app’s possible threats to national security. The United States House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation to potentially ban TikTok, the viral video-sharing platform owned by a China-based company.
Read MorePresident Biden Unveils $3.3 Billion Plan to Reconnect and Rebuild Communities Across America
Written by Stacy M. Brown The president unveiled the strategy during a visit to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The initiative is expected to address long-standing problems of neglect and isolation in communities, particularly those that have suffered disproportionately from previous infrastructure projects. President
Read MoreThe U.S. Senate Border Bill Split
By Ariama C. Long, Report for America Corps Member | New York Amsterdam News U.S. Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, along with U.S. Rep. Greg Stanton from Arizona, recently took a two-day trip to the southern border to learn about the
Read MoreOP-ED: Congress Is Right: Federal Reserve’s Reg II Will Hurt Minority Communities in America
By Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., National Newspaper Publishers Association President and CEO I am pleased to congratulate Rep. Nikema Williams (D-Ga.) who led a coalition of lawmakers who wrote to the Federal Reserve urging the central bank to withdraw Regulation II
Read MoreBreaking News: Schumer Calls for New Elections in Israel, Criticizing Netanyahu’s Leadership
Written by Stacy M. Brown Speaking from the Senate floor, Schumer emphasized that Netanyahu’s leadership no longer serves Israel’s best interests. “The Netanyahu coalition no longer fits the needs of Israel after Oct. 7,” Schumer proclaimed in a scathing takedown of
Read MoreWhite House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre Affirms Biden’s Vision Amidst GOP Opposition
Written by Stacy M. Brown On the morning after the powerful State of the Union Address, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre convened with select Black and Hispanic media members to reiterate the president’s commitment to “all Americans” while denouncing Republicans
Read MoreCincinnati 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
Read MoreNAACP 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
Read MorePresident 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
Read MoreHousing 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
Read MoreNational 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
Read MoreRotary 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.
Read MoreOP-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
Read MorePRESS 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
Read MoreRep. 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
Read MoreTrucking 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
Read MoreWoodlawn 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.
Read MoreThe ‘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
Read MorePresident 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
Read MoreUAB 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
Read More38 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,
Read MoreWhoopi 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
Read MoreSuper 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
Read MoreBiden 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
Read MoreVice 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
Read MoreNational 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
Read MoreWho 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
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