Taraji P. Henson Announces “Joy Joints!” on Behalf of Foundation Honoring Father
Actress Taraji P. Henson, founder of The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF), announced early September 2023, the launch of “Joy...
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Hamil R. Harris
- 5 days ago
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Biden, Black Lawmakers Conclude CBC Weekend Reinvigorating Fight for Freedom, Justice and Equality
After years of enduring Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill working to dismantle Civil Rights laws the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC)...
Marc H. Morial
- Sep 21
- 2 min
Wealthy Extremists Attack Funding for Black Women Entrepreneurs To Preserve Systemic Inequality
In the face of persistent, systemic discrimination against Black people and all people of color arising from our country’s long history...
Julianne Malveaux
- Sep 19
- 3 min
There Has Always Been Class Warfare
The United Auto Workers and the Big Three automobile manufacturers – Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis haven't been able to agree on...
Charlene Crowell
- Sep 18
- 3 min
$2.7 Billion Settlement Pending Federal Court Approval: Fake Credit Repair and Debt Relief Scams
As consumers complain about the real-life challenges of keeping pace with the rising costs of living, key financial reports reveal that...
Hazel Trice-Edney
- Sep 12
- 7 min
Black Youths Suffer the Most from Gun Violence in America
Sierra Jenkins, a former news assistant for CNN and reporter with the Virginian Pilot newspaper, was headed for the peak of her career....
Staff
- Sep 12
- 2 min
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Pushes for Black Maternal Health
On September 20, 2023, members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (ZPB) will be actively championing the Black Maternal Health "Momnibus"...
Frederick H. Lowe
- Sep 7
- 1 min
The Jobless Rate for Blacks Drops
The jobless rate for Blacks dropped, but not far enough to catch up with other ethnic groups. The August jobless rate for Black men fell...
Alecia Taylor
- Sep 5
- 4 min
At Howard Univ. Chapel, Rev. Al Sharpton Illustrates Similarities Between Civil Rights and Bible
Rev. Al Sharpton delivered a sermon intertwining race, politics and religion Sunday morning at Howard University’s chapel, a day after...
Dr. Alveda King
- Aug 29
- 4 min
The Good Common Sense to Believe What My “Uncle M. L.” Taught Me
This month marks the August 28, 60th anniversary of the March on Washington, where over a quarter million people gathered and heard my...
Dr. E. Faye Williams
- Aug 28
- 3 min
A Letter from Donald
Enroute from New Jersey to Georgia to turn himself in for his arrest for all those charges, Donald Trump (now known as Inmate #PO1135809)...
Chris Collora
- Aug 27
- 3 min
The Fat Boys Inducted to Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
The Fat Boys, that iconic hip-hop group, was recently inducted into at its newly opened museum location in Stony Brook. Kool Rock-Ski...
Sunita Sohrabji
- Aug 24
- 6 min
Covid Makes a Comeback, But New Vaccines Are Around the Corner
The US is experiencing a summer swell of infections, though hospitalization rates remain relatively stable. Three eminent experts...
Jesse Jackson
- Aug 23
- 3 min
The Sensible, the Mad and the Missing
The 2024 presidential race is taking shape. It looks like a choice between the sensible, the mad and the missing. Joe Biden seems intent...
Hazel Trice-Edney
- Aug 18
- 3 min
Congress, Extend the Affordable Connectivity Program to Keep Black Households Online
Millions of children across the nation will be able to do their homework at home during the upcoming school year, thanks to strong...
Chris Collora
- Aug 18
- 3 min
The Fat Boys Inducted to Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
Kool Rock-Ski Accepts Induction by EPMD’s Erick Sermon and Public Enemy’s DJ Johnny Juice The Fat Boys, that iconic hip-hop group, was...
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Howard Eagle and Supporters Disrupt School Board Meeting
The Rochester City School Board meeting at East High School erupted into chaos last Thursday, as protestors disrupted the proceedings,...
Howard Eagle, A Profile of Effectiveness and Controversy
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Free Car Seat Safety Checks on Sat., 23, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
There will be free child car seat safety checks and related information provided on Saturday 23, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at...
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