Sportscaster Greg Gumbel Dies From Cancer at Age 78
December 27, 2024
Greg Gumbel, a longtime CBS sportscaster, has died from cancer, according to a statement from family released by CBS on Friday. He was 78.
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Justice Department, Louisville reach deal after probe prompted by Breonna Taylor killing
December 16, 2024
The U.S. Justice Department and the city of Louisville have reached an agreement to reform the city’s police force after an investigation prompted by the fatal police shooting of Breonna Taylor and police treatment of protesters, officials said Thursday.
Nikki Giovanni, Poet And Literary Celebrity, Passes Away at 81
December 10, 2024
Nikki Giovanni, the poet, author, educator and public speaker who went from borrowing money to release her first book to spending decades as a literary celebrity who shared blunt and conversational takes on everything from racism and love to space travel and mortality, has died.
Kevin Grevioux: The Visionary Film Producer, Writer, Director, and Comic Book Creator
December 5, 2024
“We hadn’t seen a Black character like that created by a Black creator,” Kevin Grevioux said, reflecting on his creation of “Blue Marvel.” “Don’t change an established white character to Black and call it a new character,” he added. “Create your own characters, your own stories, whole cloth.”
Ward Villas Thanksgiving Day Senior Feed Celebrates 29 Years
December 4, 2024
“We have our last orders going out to some of our senior buildings like Rosa Parks , Tuelyn Terrace, Casa de Rosas and it was a great effort,” said Mothers In Action (MIA) President Tracy Mitchell about this year’s Thanksgiving Day Senior Feed.
Looking Forward to that Thanksgiving Meal? Be Careful How You Eat
November 20, 2024
With Thanksgiving approaching, who doesn’t look forward to enjoying a hearty meal that has traditionally been associated with a great assortment of mouthwatering foods and desserts.
Tuskegee University Shooting Raises Questions About Campus Safety
November 14, 2024
On Nov. 10, a massive series of shots erupted on the Tuskegee University campus at the West Commons student apartments, forcing students and visitors to shelter in place, crouch beside parked vehicles, and flee.
Queen Bey and Yale: The Ivy League university is set to offer a course on Beyoncé and her legacy
November 13, 2024
With a record 99 Grammy nominations and acclaim as one of the most influential artists in music history, pop superstar Beyoncé and her expansive cultural legacy will be the subject of a new course at Yale University next year.
Coco Gauff’s WTA Finals title ends her season with a $4.8 million check and a big turnaround
November 12, 2024
Coco Gauff pays attention to what people say about her online and occasionally takes pleasure in clapping back, so it should not be a surprise that she took to social media to type out a message after wrapping up 2024 by winning the WTA Finals and the $4.8 million check that came with it.
Diabetes Severely Impacts Black Community, But Simple Steps Can Prevent the Disease
November 6, 2024
With November being National Diabetes Month, it’s important to know the risk factors associated with this disease, and what you can do to lower your chances of developing this serious illness that affects millions of people in America.
Jury convicts former Kentucky officer of using excessive force on Breonna Taylor during deadly raid
November 4, 2024
A federal jury on Friday convicted a former Kentucky police detective of using excessive force on Breonna Taylor during a botched 2020 drug raid that left her dead.
Harris, Obamas and voting rights leaders work to turn out Black voters in run-up to Election Day
November 4, 2024
Concerts and carnivals hosted at polling precincts. “Souls to the Polls” mobilizations after Sunday service. And star-studded rallies featuring Hollywood actors, business leaders, musical artists and activists.
Black Leaders, Political Orgs, Sound Alarm About Project 2025
October 30, 2024
With the general elections just a few days away, Black organizations and leaders, including Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA-43), are sounding the alarm about Project 2025, the Heritage Foundation’s controversial “policy bible.”
The ‘Black Insurrectionist’ Was Actually White. The Deception Did Not Stop There
October 30, 2024
“Black Insurrectionist,” the anonymous social media persona behind some of the most widely circulated conspiracy theories about the 2024 election, can be traced to a man from upstate New York. He’s also white.
NAACP California-Hawaii State Convention Highlights Black Voter Engagement, and More
October 30, 2024
Sunday, Oct 27 following four days of discussions and workshops at the Los Angeles Airport Marriott. Bringing together civil rights leaders, policymakers, and advocates from California and Hawaii, the convention operated under the theme “All In.” The participants discussed critical issues impacting Black communities, including criminal justice reform, health equity, economic empowerment, education, environmental justice, and voting rights.