Will 2020 Contenders Put Democrats In a Bind On DACA?
As battles over immigration and government spending advance with no solution in sight, Senate Democrats are being forced to decide whether they'd support a short-term measure to avert a government shutdown -- even if it doesn't include protections for the …
Mom Wants Teacher Fired For Telling Her Son He Might Be Lynched
A white teacher in Ohio who told a black boy student that his classmates will form a mob and lynch him if he doesn’t “get on task” is not going to be fired nor suspended.
New Alliance Mentors Black Women in Business World
The Black Women’s Leadership Alliance is hosting a DreamWeek event that underscores their mission to strengthen leadership among professional black women.
School Board Asked to Censure Trustee in Confederate School Name Flap
Austin school district trustee Ann Teich asked fellow school board members Wednesday afternoon to consider censuring Trustee Ted Gordon for publicly criticizing the board.
Trump Doesn't Understand What Makes America Truly Great
"I am not a racist," Donald Trump found it necessary to reassure Americans. It was a revealing echo of when Richard Nixon told us, "I'm not a crook."
Phone Service for Millions of Low-Income Americans is at Risk
On November 16, 2017, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to support proposals promoted by Chairman Ajit Pai which will dramatically curtail the NAACP-supported Lifeline program.
‘This is our time’: Black women to meet in Atlanta to strategize on using their economic and political power
A supporter of Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Doug Jones reacts during an election-night watch party in Birmingham, Ala. Black women were key to Jones’s victory. (John Bazemore/AP)
The ‘Unlock Your Voice’ Tour Presented by Survivors with Voices
Even if you haven't experienced mental or physical abuse chances are you know someone who has. It is a widespread issue that affects many, and the purpose of the ‘Unlock Your Voice City’ tour is to encourage those affected to …
Top 10 African American Scholarships For January 2018 and Black History Month
Every year, millions of dollars are given away to help students pay for college tuition, books and more. Many of these programs are specifically for Black and other minority students.
Black-Owned Hair Care and Skin Care Brand, Launched By Celebrity Personal Groomer, Creating Opportunities For Young Entrepreneurs and Partners
While the Xotics by Curtis Smith collection covers its loyal clientele and fans from head to toe with premium natural hair and skin care products, CEO, founder, and celebrity barber Curtis Smith is finding new ways to extend that coverage …
African American Heritage Commission of South Carolina Launches New ‘Green Book,’ Names State’s Top Black History Sites
Many — perhaps most — African Americans can trace family roots back to Charleston. About 40 percent of enslaved Africans brought to North America arrived on ships that docked in Charleston Harbor.
EPA Releases Superfund Redevelopment Focus List; Includes MDI Site in Houston
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its initial list of Superfund National Priorities List (NPL) sites with the greatest expected redevelopment and commercial potential. The list includes the Many Diversified Interests, Inc., (MDI) site in Houston, a former …
Raising Eager Readers
It can be difficult for parents to know exactly when to start teaching their children how to identify colors and numbers or when the right time is to start reading to them. However, the earlier parents begin reading to their …
P&G Leads “The Talk” About Bias on Tonight’s Episode of ABC’s black-ish
Tonight millions of American households will join the pivotal, growing dialogue on ending racial bias, when ABC and P&G’s My Black is Beautiful™ promote deeper cross cultural understanding through a special episode of black-ish, ABC’s hit sitcom at 9 p.m. …
Panama City Beach Announces New Developments On The Horizon
At the end of a record-breaking year, with bed tax collections up over 13 percent for the fiscal year, Visit Panama City Beach is highlighting new plans for developments that will continue to enhance the destination. 2017 has seen hotel …
