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Reckoning with Race and Building Trust Between Black Families and Child Welfare 

As we reflect on the long history of harm inflicted on Black families by child welfare policies, we must reject these narratives that perpetuate systemic racism and move toward genuinely equitable, intentional policies that acknowledge race and reckon with our history of racial inequity. 

19th Annual Taste of Soul’s Huge Success: Kids don’t want to leave Taste of Soul Children’s World

Los Angeles’ Taste of Soul Family Festival has a reputation for uniting the city’s vibrant soul cuisine, music, and culture, but one part of the event stands out—the Taste of Soul’s Children’s World. Each year, this dedicated space offers entertainment, education, and creativity that captivates children and families.

COMMENTARY: Collision Course (Part 2)

“Although I have no personal knowledge of when Dr. King died, I fully support the research of Dr. William Pepper, who has established that King’s life was terminated at the hospital. His research came through a credible witness, Johnton Shelby, whose mother personally witnessed the event. According to these sources, King did not die immediately, but shortly after being shot and transported to the hospital, when he was smothered to death with a pillow by the head surgeon, Dr. Breen Bland.” — Phillip F. Nelson, author of “Who REALLY Killed Martin Luther King,” in an interview with Our Weekly.

Updated Booster is Here, Just in Time for the Holiday Season

Thanksgiving is next week, and Christmas is around the corner. The holiday season has officially arrived. Now that the updated booster authorized for individuals as young as five, we’re even closer to ensuring the whole family is protected during fall and winter when the spread of respiratory viruses is at its peak.

Oral Health is Important for Young Children

Many parents believe that oral health and visiting a dentist is not needed in the first few years of life, especially since these are not your baby’s permanent teeth. Unfortunately, this is not true.