Statement by Dr. Gail Christopher on congressional resolution calling for Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Commission
“Today, the National Collaborative for Health Equity (NCHE) enthusiastically applauds the House Resolution urging that a United States Commission on Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation (TRHT) be established. As cited in the Resolution, a devastating belief in racial hierarchy has …
Protest Options: A List of Links to Petitions, Donations, Resources and Education
education/">Good Black News Protest is powerful – so much so, it is listed as a right in the U.S. Constitution’s First Amendment. But when marching is not an option, there are other ways to keep fighting for justice.
PFAW Calls for Arrests of Remaining Officers in George Floyd Killing
Following the arrest of former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin, who now faces murder charges in the killing of George Floyd, PFAW President Michael Keegan released the following statement:
Statement from the Association of Community College Trustees Regarding Recent Events
What we have witnessed in Minneapolis with the killing of George Floyd, and in too many other places over the years, violates the very core values of ACCT and our commitment to inclusion, acceptance, dignity, and justice for all people.
2020 Hurricane Season Is Under Way
The 2020 Hurricane Season is officially under way today, Monday June 1, and runs through Monday, Nov. 30. And with tropical storms, heavy rains and high water levels already on the national and regional weather radars, Missouri City residents are …
Governor Abbott, U.S. Attorneys Announce Federal Prosecution For Protest Agitators Violating Federal Law
Governor Greg Abbott, along with all four United States Attorneys in Texas, announced today that individuals who come to Texas from out of state to engage in looting, violence, or other destructive acts in violation of federal law will be …
NALEO Educational Fund Statement on the Demonstrations Across America in the Wake of the Death of George Floyd
The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund released a statement from CEO Arturo Vargas on the recent protests across the nation in the wake of the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota:
Statement on Protests and Solidarity in Houston
To those who deny that racism is deeply embedded in our country, you are wrong. The pain and frustration millions of Americans are expressing in our streets is a demand for equality.
The Executive Leadership Council Statement on Racial Injustice and Disparities Facing the Black Community
The Executive Leadership Council issues the following statement in response to recent events fatally impacting the Black community. The Executive Leadership Council
Pokémon GO Weekly Player Spending Jumped 70% Amid Coronavirus Outbreak and Hit $23 Million
As one of the most popular mobile games globally, Pokémon GO continues generating a significant profit from its huge player base. According to data gathered by GoldenCasinoNews, the weekly player spending of the location-based mobile megahit developed and published by …
Getting Locals Back on the Road after Lockdown
As stay-at-home orders start to lift, restless drivers are ready to hit the road again. But driving your car after it has been sitting still for several months isn’t as easy as turning on the ignition.
Valence and Silicon Valley Bank Partner to Support Black Professionals in a Three-Part Virtual Event Series
Valence, the community to connect and empower Black professionals, and Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), the bank of the world's most innovative companies and their investors, will host a series of inspiring and educational virtual events this summer for Black professionals.
Audiomack Joins "Blackout Tuesday" in Solidarity with Music Industry Against Racism & Injustice
In a show of solidarity, Audiomack goes silent for “Blackout Tuesday” on June 2, 2020. Joining hands with other companies throughout the music industry, the preeminent artist-first music streaming platform stands shoulder-to-shoulder alongside the black community against systemic oppression, racialized …
Pastors John Gray, Steven Furtick Discuss Race and Injustice in Wake of Death of George Floyd and Protests
Pastor John Gray - Senior Pastor of Relentless Church and Associate Pastor of Lakewood Church - joined Elevation Church Pastor Steven Furtick on Sunday for a conversation on race and injustice. A Necessary Conversation was held in response to the …
Sorghum Frontiers Virtual Field Day breaks new ground
High Plains Journal and Alta Seeds are breaking new ground with the upcoming Sorghum Frontiers Virtual Field Day, at 1:00 p.m. July 8. This first ever live virtual field day will provide growers a first glimpse at igrowth®, the first …
