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A Sudden Resignation Leaves Florida’s Blackest Congressional District in Limbo
Constituents of Florida’s heavily Black 20th Congressional District must now navigate a volatile political moment, as U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a Democrat who represented the…
In abusive relationships, the end can be the most dangerous part
Two tragedies, in Virginia and Louisiana, highlight the peril that some women and children face during divorce or separation. Source link
As it wrestles with budget cuts, Roanoke tries to heal from urban renewal
The city of Roanoke uprooted hundreds of mostly Black residents through its urban renewal projects during the 20th century. Now the city is wrestling with…
We support the Black Community
As a Black woman, it was a comforting sight to see this phrase and the logo on the front page of DK each time I…
Learn the history of the Black Immigrant Capacity Building Project | Office of Immigrant Affairs
In 2021, the Office of Immigrant Affairs (OIA) launched a survey that found that Black immigrant-serving organizations in Philadelphia and the greater area disproportionately lacked…
Park dedicated to Black Panther Party opens in Skyway
Park dedicated to Black Panther Party opens in Skyway Published 5:10 pm Monday, April 20, 2026 By Bailey Jo Josie bailey.jo.josie@soundpublishing.com At the intersection of…
UB researchers find factors that encourage participation in health research
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Researchers from the University at Buffalo School of Nursing have identified several themes that can improve the design and inclusive quality of…
Graphic novel 'Black Schooner' illustrates slave rebellion – Verite News New Orleans
The Pointe Coupée insurrection occurred in 1795 when a group of enslaved people and white allies planned a coup against plantation owners. In 1811, a ……
11 CITIES, 18 FLIGHTS: Pope Leo XIV Reaches Final Stop of Epic Africa Tour | DWS News | AK1C
“The final chapter.” Pope Leo XIV arrives in Equatorial Guinea on the first anniversary of Pope Francis’ death. Can the “American Pope” bring his message…
