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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
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
Read MoreDiageo’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
Read MoreLawmakers 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,
Read MoreFlint 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,
Read MoreIN 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
Read MoreTrump 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
Read MoreStudy 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
Read MoreJustice 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.
Read MoreJPMorgan 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
Read MoreSenator 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
Read MoreNational 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
Read MoreDLCC 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
Read MoreVP Harris Announces Landmark Childcare Reforms to Alleviate Financial Strain on Working Families
In a move towards easing the financial burden on working families, Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled a comprehensive set of measures to lower childcare costs and provide crucial support for early educators. The White House noted in a Fact Sheet
Read MoreTrump Repeatedly Says ‘The Blacks’ in Shameless Exploitation of Legal Woes to Woo African American Voters
In a brazen display of political manipulation, former President Donald Trump took to the stage at the Black Conservative Federation Gala in South Carolina, using racially charged rhetoric and shamelessly attempting to forge a connection between his multiple criminal indictments
Read MoreSenate Leaders and Civil Rights Advocates Unite to Reinforce Voting Protections
In a press briefing on Thursday, February 29, Senate leaders, alongside civil rights advocates, announced the reintroduction of S.4, the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, aimed at safeguarding voting rights and fortifying the nation’s democratic foundations. According to
Read MoreVice President Harris Announces Groundbreaking Awards to Boost Entrepreneurs in Durham’s Historic Black Wall Street
Vice President Kamala Harris, accompanied by Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo and North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, plan to unveil the allocation of $32 million through the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). The initiative’s goal is to
Read MoreLong Lived Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr That Carries on for Generations to Come – A GDN Exclusive
On this Black History Month, the writer would like to highlight Martin Luther King Jr.’s Young, Gifted, and Black Talent Show, hosted by Kevin Brooks of Group Therapy, Inc. on Martin Luther King Jr. The writer couldn’t help but recognize
Read MoreIn Celebration of Black History Month, PGA of America Golf Professional Ira Molayo Leads by Example
FRISCO, Texas — Ira Molayo was introduced to golf at seven by his mother at Cedar Crest Golf Course in Dallas, Texas. Today, 40 years later, he is a PGA of America Golf Professional, Director of Golf at Cedar Crest
Read MoreMovie Mogul Tyler Perry Stops Production on $800M Studio Expansion After Seeing Video AI Model
Tyler Perry was planning an $800 million expansion of his studio in Atlanta. Now the plans are on hold. Why? Because a new text-to-video artificial intelligence (AI) model. The new AI model by ChatGTP entitled “Sora” creates video from a
Read MoreWhoopi Goldberg Pioneering Change with Blkfam, a Groundbreaking, Black-Focused Streaming Platform
Television history, marred by a narrow portrayal of non-white characters, witnessed a transformative journey from caricatures and racist depictions to the evolution of influential, Black-centered shows like the influential and groundbreaking “The Cosby Show,” in the 1980s, “A Different World,”
Read MoreMcConnell Announces He’s Relinquishes GOP Leadership
Senator Mitch McConnell, the longtime top Senate Republican from Kentucky, announced on Wednesday his decision to step down as the leader of the Senate GOP following the November elections. The move officially coronates the twice-impeached and four-times indicted former President
Read MoreSpeaker Johnson Hastens End of Critical Program that Bridges Digital Divide, Threatening Connectivity for Millions
As the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) faces an imminent funding shortfall, the lifeline that connected more than 23 million disadvantaged and low-income American families to broadband hangs in the balance. Despite its critical role in bridging the digital divide, House
Read MoreCollege Admission and Financial Aid Decisions Delayed Amidst Rollout Issues
Delays in financial aid decisions have tempered the excitement of many students who have received acceptance letters from their top colleges in a year already full of uncertainties. The late release of a revised Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Read MoreIntriguing Insights: Joy-Ann Reid Explores Medgar and Myrlie Evers’ Love Story and Impact on Civil Rights
In an interview with the National Newspaper Publishers Association’s Let It Be Known morning show, Joy-Ann Reid delved into the intricacies of her latest book, “Medgar and Myrlie Evers and the Love Story that Awakened America,” which sheds light on
Read MoreRenowned Philosopher and Black Power Trailblazer Charles V. Hamilton, Dies at 94
Austin Cooper recalled the first time he met Professor Charles V. Hamilton, a philosophical luminary and key architect of the Black Power movement. Cooper, who earned a Master of Public Administration from the Columbia University School of International and Public
Read MoreFlint Mourns the Loss of Longtime City Council Member Eric Mays
Eric Mays, a dedicated city council member renowned for his activism during the infamous Flint, Michigan, water crisis and a history of disruptive behavior at public meetings, died on Saturday, Feb. 24, at 65. City officials made the announcement, but
Read MoreHow governments handle data matters for inclusion
Governments increasingly rely on large amounts of data to provide services ranging from mobility and air quality to child welfare and policing programs. While governments have always relied on data, their increasing use of algorithms and artificial intelligence has fundamentally
Read MoreBob Marley, One Love Film: A Cinematic Triumph Transforming Lives and Communities Across Jamaica and Beyond
In an exclusive interview with the Black Press of America’s Let It Be Known morning show, Ziggy Marley, the son of reggae legend Bob Marley, opened up about the profound impact of the hit new movie “Bob Marley, One Love.”
Read MoreKatherine Johnson, the brilliant African American mathematician, NASA Legend
A Dynamic Duo Forever Linked in History – February 20, 1962 (Washington, DC, February 18, 2024) – “Get the girl to check the numbers.” If she says the numbers are good, astronaut John Glenn told them, I’m ready to go!
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