What we know -- and still don't know -- about what led to Tyre Nichols' death
It's been almost three weeks since a traffic stop in Memphis led to a violent arrest and, three days later, the death of the 29-year-old Black driver.
San Francisco moves to allow non-profits to operate supervised drug injection sites
San Francisco is in the process of allowing local non-profits to open so-called supervised injection sites in the city, a step that local Democratic leaders say would limit overdoses among drug users but a program that has been met with …
Swimming in cash, Chevron plans a $75 billion slap in the face to drivers
While most blue-chip companies were reporting losses last year, Big Oil was having a moment. Crude prices surged, thanks in part to high demand and reduced supply. All of that helped make Chevron the top-performing Dow stock of last year, …
Grace Duah hopes you'll be seeing more of her after 'Gossip Girl'
The reboot of "Gossip Girl" is coming to an end after two seasons, but one of the stars of the HBO Max series is just getting started.
NYC bike path terror suspect found guilty on all counts in killing of 8 people
Sayfullo Saipov was found guilty of murder by a federal jury for using a rented truck to fatally strike eight people on a New York City bike path on Halloween Day in 2017.
4 arrested in connection to alleged rape of LSU student hit, killed by car
Police in Baton Rouge this week arrested four men in connection with the alleged rape of a 19-year-old Louisiana State University student who was killed when a car struck her in a roadway earlier this month.
Beads and Saving Lives: It’s a Mardi Gras Thing
Let the good times roll! Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center and Mardi Gras! Galveston has partnered for another year to save lives and help replenish our community's ongoing need for blood. Donors will receive a ticket to Mardi Gras! Galveston …
JSU President Hudson Recognized as a Top CEO by Mississippi Business Journal
Jackson State University President Thomas K. Hudson, J.D. has been selected as a 2023 Top CEO by the Mississippi Business Journal. The distinguished cohort of 23 leaders were honored today at an awards ceremony held in Jackson, Miss.
Freeway Manor Park Construction Starting
Mayor Pro Tem Martin is excited to announce an update on Mayor Turner’s 50/50 Park Partners initiative at Freeway Manor Park where construction began this month on projects that were identified by community input during our community listening session and …
Updates that may affect your tax season
It is officially tax season, according to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) which declared that this year’s tax season started on Monday, January 23. It’s that special time of year when people collect their documents to either rush over to …
BLACK LEADERS APPLAUD CURRICULUM REVISIONS TO AP AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES COURSE
Today, Concerned Communities for America (CCA) applauded the College Board for agreeing to revise its Advanced Placement African American Studies curriculum in response to objections raised by the Florida Department of Education, with the following statement from CCA board chairman …
Gulf Coast AFL-CIO Announces Early Endorsement of John Whitmire for Houston Mayor
Following a vote by union delegates, the Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO today announced their endorsement of John Whitmire for Houston Mayor.
John Whitmire Receives Endorsement From Gulf Coast AFL-CIO in Houston Mayor’s Race
Senator John Whitmire today expressed his gratitude for the endorsement of the Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Foundation, AFL-CIO in the Houston mayor’s race.
Obamacare sign-ups soar to record 16.3 million for 2023
A record 16.3 million people flocked to the Affordable Care Act exchanges for 2023 coverage, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services said Wednesday.
Bessie Coleman, pioneering pilot, now has her own Barbie
What does Bessie Coleman have in common with Tina Turner, Jane Goodall and Madam C.J. Walker? As of Wednesday, it's a Barbie doll.
