HUD Announces Significant Policy Changes to Aid Homeless Veterans
August 11, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced significant policy changes to help veterans experiencing homelessness.
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National
Minyon Moore Officially Certifies VP Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz as Democratic Nominees
August 7, 2024
It’s official, the Chair of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, Minyon Moore announced on X (Twitter) that she was a part of an historic moment. U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz are now certified as democratic nominees, overseen by Moore.
Thomas Q. Jones and Deji LaRay on ‘Johnson’
August 7, 2024
“Johnson” is loosely based on LaRay’s true-life friend group made up of Black men. He said he has enjoyed the process of fictionalizing real-life people, and real-life situations, and then turning it into entertainment.
Malcolm Mays is Proud of his Work in New Play at Geffen Playhouse
August 7, 2024
Malcolm Mays stars in the upcoming production of the Tarell Alvin McCraney stage play “The Brothers Size” at the Geffen Playhouse, August 14 through September 8, 2024.
Men in Support of Kamala Harris Rally Attracts Hundreds of Supporters
August 7, 2024
“Kamala! Kamala! Kamala,” roared more than 200 men at a rally outside the Los Angeles Sentinel office on Saturday, August 3, to support Kamala Harris for U.S. President.
Harris Picks Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as Running Mate
August 6, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, looking to strengthen the Democratic ticket in Midwestern states.
IBS and digestive trouble are in the spotlight on social media. Here’s what you should know
August 5, 2024
Are you spending more time in the bathroom than you’d like? Loads of TikTok posts show you’re not alone.
Historic Victory for Black Farmers: $2 Billion in Relief Payments Announced
August 5, 2024
Nearly two years ago, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Section 22007, authorizing compensation for farmers who faced racial discrimination in the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) farm lending practices before 2021. This week, around 43,000 farmers will receive payments of up to $500,000, with the average award being $82,000.
Harris Secures Enough Democratic Delegate Votes to be Party’s Nominee
August 2, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris had secured enough votes from Democratic delegates to officially be the party’s nominee for president, Democratic National Committee Chair Jamie Harrison said Friday, August 2.
Charles Reese Celebrates 100 Years of James Baldwin
July 31, 2024
On August 2, 1924, iconic American writer and civil rights activist James Balwin was born. Worldwide, people are gathering and creating to commemorate the occasion
New Book by Dr. Chavis and Stacy M. Brown Explores Legacy of Transatlantic Slave Trade
July 31, 2024
The groundbreaking book, “The Transatlantic Slave Trade: Overcoming the 500-Year Legacy,” is scheduled for publication on October 8.
US women beat Germany 4-1 at Olympics and Canada tops France 2-1 amid drone-spying scandal
July 29, 2024
Coach Emma Hayes tempered expectations as the United States cruised to a 4-1 win over Germany on Sunday night for a spot in the quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics.
Coco Gauff isn’t sure how many Olympics matches she needs to win but she knows she wants medals
July 29, 2024
Coco Gauff is 2-0 so far at the Paris Olympics after adding a 6-3, 6-0 singles victory over Australia’s Ajla Tomljanovic on Sunday to a win a day earlier in doubles alongside Jessica Pegula.
Simone Biles Dominates Olympic Qualifying Round Despite Injury
July 29, 2024
With celebrities including Snoop Dogg, Flavor Flav, Lady Gaga, and John Legend watching, Simone Biles made a spectacularly successful return to the Olympics by dominating the qualifying round despite a calf injury that would have sidelined most athletes.
Harris Endorsed by Border Mayors in Swing-State Arizona
July 29, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted endorsements from mayors of border towns in swing-state Arizona Monday as she looks to blunt the impact of Republican criticism of her handling of illegal border crossings.