Desegregation of the New York City Schools: A Story of the Silk Stocking Sisters
Desegregation of the New York City Schools: A Story of the Silk Stocking Sisters explores the use of young black and brown children to eliminate segregation in an urban public school to meet the challenges of equal educational opportunity in the North during the mid-twentieth century. Author Theresa J. Canada, herself part of the experiment, tells the story of the desegregation of PS 6—an elite New York City public school—through the narratives of seven of the girls who desegregated the school. While all of the names within each narrative have been changed, the book follows the author as well as the stories of her elementary school classmates.
Judge Jordan Let Off the Hook After Criminal Charges
Democratic Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton bailed out a fellow Democratic judge just days after he was indicted by a grand jury for official oppression.
Disney Titles and Talent Front and Center at 2022 EssenceFest in New Orleans
Moses Ingram (“Obi Wan-Kenobi”), Justin Simien and Surprise Guest Tiffany Haddish (“Haunted Mansion”), Keke Palmer (“Lightyear”) and Cast and Director of Disney+’s “Rise” Among Stellar In-Person Lineup with Taped Greetings from Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson (“Thor: Love and Thunder”) and Zoe Saldaña (“Avatar: The Way of Water”)
Morelia Gourmet Paletas Launches New Boozy Paletas for the Summer
Miami’s Favorite Popsicle Shop Releases Two New Boozy Paletas!
Morelia Gourmet Paletas, also known as Paletas Morelia, has just launch two new boozy flavors - Mojito and Bliss on the Beach! These alcoholic pops will be available at all locations — from South Florida to Charlotte, NC and Sugar Land, TX. All guests will be able to enjoy the best ice cream experience with a little twist!
After string of Supreme Court setbacks, Democrats wonder whether Biden White House is capable of urgency moment demands
Debra Messing was fed up. The former "Will & Grace" star was among dozens of celebrity Democratic supporters and activists who joined a call with White House aides last Monday to discuss the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
Biden awards 4 Vietnam veterans with the Medal of Honor
President Joe Biden on Tuesday bestowed the Medal of Honor to four Army veterans who fought in the Vietnam War, upgrading previous honors they had received for their acts of valor.
Swapping tip-offs for tipples, these NBA stars are hoping to hit the right notes in the wine industry
Through the entirety of a five-course dinner, three NBA stars said little about basketball.
New drugs effective at killing leukemia cells, early study finds
New research has identified a unique form of chemotherapy which preliminary experiments show is effective at targeting different leukemia cells.
Community members, leaders reflect on 4th of July amid heightened divisions
As the United States celebrates its 246th birthday, many are reflecting on what the Fourth of July means to them.
Manhunt in Chunchula ends after suspect runs off into woods
Lawmen called off an intense manhunt Monday afternoon after an hours-long search in Chunchula.
'Minions: The Rise of Gru' breaks box office records
The Minions went bananas at the box office this weekend. Illumination's "Minions: The Rise of Gru" — the latest animated film in the Despicable Me franchise — made an estimated $125 million domestically for its four-day opening weekend, according to Universal.
Subway is redesigning its menu
Subway is launching a new menu, and it's the most extensive makeover in the company's nearly 60-year history.
Adele says she was 'shell of a person' after canceling Vegas residency
Ticket holders weren't the only ones devastated when Adele had to cancel her Las Vegas residency.
Cast of 'Heartstopper' sings Whitney Houston against anti-LGBT protesters in viral video
The cast of Netflix's same-sex love story "Heartstopper" celebrated London Pride with a Whitney Houston dance party as they faced off with anti-LGBTQ protesters.
Rachel Brosnahan 'sick' over shooting in her hometown of Highland Park
Actress Rachel Brosnahan is expressing her grief over the mass shooting in Highland Park, Illinois on Monday that has left at least six people dead and dozens more injured.
Macy Gray and Bette Midler face backlash for comments criticized as transphobic
Both Macy Gray and Better Midler are being accused of being transphobic.
My transplant opened my eyes to the need for organ donors
My CNN colleague Richard Roth recently needed a kidney transplant -- his second in nearly 25 years. The email announcing he'd gotten the organ and was so grateful for his donor made me smile and cry a little.
Little Red Box Grocery in East End Houston Aims to End Food Deserts
the new community-driven effort launches to improve healthy food access in low-income neighborhoods
Samuel Newman opened the Little Red Box, a 800 sq-ft retail location as a ‘third place’ for the neighborhood for food access.
Demand for abortion providers is expected to surge in some states. Doctors and nurses turned to TikTok to offer help
After the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, medical professionals across the country are using their TikTok accounts to show support and offer help to obstetricians and gynecologists who may be facing an increased demand for abortion care in states where the procedure is still legal.
Road rage can overcome even the best drivers. Here's how to keep your cool while driving
Drivers swerve erratically while on their phones or dart dangerously around other cars. The blare of horns keeps you on edge as traffic backs up. It's enough to test anyone's patience.
