‘THEM: THE SCARE’ is Sensational!
May 1, 2024
Deborah Ayorinde, Pam Grier and Luke James topline the suspenseful new season
Breaking News
- L.A. Sentinel and FACE Leaders Unite to ‘Stop the Hate’ Crimes in Los Angeles
- Fathers and Mothers Who Care Host 12th Annual Toy Giveaway in Compton
- LACMA Showcases ‘Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st-Century Art and Poetics’ Exhibit
- Sheenway School and Culture Center — Educating Youth to Lead the Future Over 50 Years
- Record-Breaking Hate Crimes Against Black Angelenos on the Rise
- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
- Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
- Homeless and Their Advocates Speak Out in New Film, ‘WE, the Vulnerable of LA’
- The Congressman Wore Sneakers: An Evening With Hakeem Jeffries
- Brotherhood Crusade Honors SEIU President April Verrett at 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner
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National
A Child’s First Three Years Hold the Power to Unlock Bright, Strong Futures
April 29, 2024
n communities across the country, families are striving to give their children a good start in life. They share a common desire for their babies to be healthy, happy, and secure. Yet far too many families face considerable obstacles.
Shelton outlasts Tiafoe in three sets to win U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship
April 27, 2024
Ben Shelton captured his second career ATP Tour title, outlasting defending champion Frances Tiafoe 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 on Sunday to win the U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship.
Getting ‘Deep’ with DeP!
April 24, 2024
DeP has since earned a Best Contemporary Christian Music Album Grammy Award as a member of Kanye West’s “Sunday Service Choir” on the album “Jesus is King.” He was also nominated for a second Grammy for his work on Beyonce’s song “Spirit,” which is on “The Lion King” soundtrack.
Adopting a Wellness Mindset: Kidney Conversations with Dr. Vincent Anthony
April 24, 2024
Kidney disease is growing rapidly and affects more than 1 in 7 American adults, with people of color at greater risk for kidney failure. Nephrologist Dr. Vincent Anthony returns for Part Two of a detailed discussion about kidney disease in Black and Brown communities, and what it means to adopt a wellness mindset.
Chicago’s response to migrant influx stirs longstanding frustrations among Black residents
April 22, 2024
The closure of Wadsworth Elementary School in 2013 was a blow to residents of the majority-Black neighborhood it served, symbolizing a city indifferent to their interests.
Is Marijuana Legalization Helping Black and Brown Communities?
April 20, 2024
In 2014, Sam Ward Jr. was on electronic home detention in Spokane, where he had been indicted on federal drug charges. A decade later, Ward, who is Black, posed in a blue-and-gold throne used for photo ops at his new cannabis store, Cloud 9 Cannabis.
Federal Government Providing Nearly $80 million to Combat Violent Crime in U.S.
April 19, 2024
In addition to the investments, Garland unveiled plans to deploy federal resources and prosecutors to cities disproportionately affected by violent crime, including St. Louis, Missouri; Jackson, Mississippi; and Hartford, Connecticut. He said the targeted deployments aim to support local law enforcement agencies and enhance collaboration in tackling crime hotspots.
Racial Bias Uncovered in Kidney Transplantation System: Thousands of Black Patients Prioritized After Years of Waiting
April 19, 2024
“Not everyone approaches medicine with a health equity lens. Many clinicians are not aware of existing disparities — how Black patients do not get referred to nephrology as early as white patients and do not have sufficient access to transplant ,” said Dr. Nwamaka Eneanya, an assistant professor at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. “In medicine, the tendency is to say, ‘This is what a study showed, so this is what we should do,’ focusing on biomarkers and statistical tests without examining issues of ethics or health equity.”
Baseball Hall of Fame to Honor Hank Aaron with Statue Unveiling; U.S.P.S. to Issue Commemorative Stamp
April 19, 2024
“Henry would be as thrilled as I am to see his statue at the National Baseball Hall of Fame,” expressed Aaron’s widow Billye Aaron. “His life embodied hope and perseverance, inspiring generations to pursue their dreams despite obstacles. This tribute is a testament to his love for the game and his desire to inspire young boys and girls everywhere.”
Jurnee Smollett Stars as Dolores in ‘We Grown Now’
April 17, 2024
Actress Jurnee Smollett stars in the coming-of-age film ‘We Grown Now.’
Tracking Foundation Awards $4M in Scholarships to Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
April 17, 2024
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) has been awarded $4 million in scholarships, thanks to a groundbreaking partnership with The Tracking Foundation. The generous contribution will support CBCF in the education and empowerment of Black American students across the nation.
Caleb Williams among 13 confirmed prospects for opening night of the NFL draft
April 16, 2024
Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams, the popular pick to be the No. 1 selection overall, will be among 13 prospects attending the first round of the NFL draft in Detroit on April 25.
AI-generated models could bring more diversity to the fashion industry — or leave it with less
April 16, 2024
Proponents say the growing use of AI in fashion modeling showcases diversity in all shapes and sizes, allowing consumers to make more tailored purchase decisions that in turn reduces fashion waste from product returns. And digital modeling saves money for companies and creates opportunities for people who want to work with the technology.
Tennessee State University Board Disbanded by MAGA Loyalists as Assault on DE&I Continues
April 15, 2024
Recent legislative actions in Tennessee, such as repealing police reform measures enacted after the killing of Tyre Nichols, underscore a troubling trend of undermining local control and perpetuating racist agendas. The new law preventing local governments from restricting police officers’ authority disregards community efforts to address systemic issues of police violence and racial profiling.