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Federal Court Blocks South Carolina Witness Requirement That Would Put Voters at Risk During COVID-19 Pandemic
ACLU and LDF Lawsuit Challenged the Provision
A federal court today blocked a South Carolina requirement that forced people who vote absentee to obtain a witness signature. The ruling, which applies to the June primary, makes it safer for South Carolinians to vote during the COVID-19 pandemic.
OWN Announces Fourth Season Renewal of Ava Duvernay Acclaimed Drama 'Queen Sugar'
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network announced today it has renewed for a fourth season Ava DuVernay’s critically acclaimed original drama series “Queen Sugar,” from Warner Horizon Scripted Television, ahead of the extended 90-minute season three finale airing Wednesday, August 22 (10-11:30 p.m. ET/PT).
Larenz Tate ("Power") and Erica Ash ("Survivor's Remorse") To Host 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards
26th Annual Event Takes Place Sat. Jan. 20 in Atlanta, World Premieres on Bounce Sun. Feb. 11 at 9:00 p.m. ET
Larenz Tate and Erica Ash will host the 2018 Bounce Trumpet Awards, an exciting night of inspiration, history and crowd-rousing performances celebrating African-American achievements and contributions.
Cicely Tyson Honored with Childhood Street Naming
Community organizations to mark the renaming of a stretch of 101st Street after the beloved late East Harlem native with street celebration on Saturday, September 17
East 101st Street between 3rd and Lexington Avenues will be renamed Cicely Tyson Way in honor of the late, award-winning thespian. The tribute to the late East Harlem native Cicely Tyson will be marked with a street celebration on the very stretch of 101st that she grew up on featuring an unveiling ceremony with a presentation by the Honorable Diana Ayala, New York City Council deputy speaker.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Moves 2025 Convention From Orlando, FL due to Governor DeSantis’ Harmful, Racist, and Insensitive Policies Against The Black Community
General President Lonzer’s Announcement Amplifies Current Convention Theme of Strengthening the Brotherhood and Standing for Social Justice
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. General President Dr. Willis, L. Lonzer, III announced the relocation of the Fraternity’s 99th General Convention and 119th Anniversary Convention from Orlando, Florida, scheduled to take place in 2025, due to Governor Ron DeSantis’ harmful, racist, and insensitive policies against the Black community.
How Everyday People Can Train Like Elite Athletes
Do you have dreams of becoming a professional athlete? Then you better lace up your skates.
Sun Belt cities comprise nearly half of US population growth
The Sun Belt's large metro areas are growing much faster than those elsewhere in the United States, and they are adding more young and old residents than the rest of the nation, according to a new white paper from Rice University's Kinder Institute for Urban Research. But most American urban policy is still crafted -- and research is still conducted -- with traditional Northeastern and Midwestern cities in mind, the paper says.
Black America’s ‘Bleaching Syndrome’
For black Americans, skin color is a complex topic. Whenever a black celebrity lightens his or her skin – whether it’s pop star Michael Jackson, retired baseball player Sammy Sosa or rapper Nicki Minaj – they’re usually greeted with widespread ridicule. Some accuse them of self-loathing, while many in the African-American community view it as a rejection of black identity.
3 Tips To Help Women Prepare For Long-Term Health Care
Women spend much of their lives caring for others. As mothers and wives, they never seem to stop giving to their families and husbands.
Keep your immune system in top shape with these tips
For years, Dr. Ahmad Garrett-Price has been counseling patients about the need to keep their immune systems strong, emphasizing exercise, nutrition and sleep.
At High Risk of Prostate Cancer? Here’s How to Lower Your Odds
Through our genes, we may inherit good traits. That height you have or those light eyes may be passed down from your parents. The unfortunate part about genes, however, is that they can increase our risk of developing certain health conditions. Genes can put some men, especially Black men, at heightened risk of prostate cancer. The good news, however, is that a new study suggests that there may be ways to undo much of that potential harm with a healthy lifestyle.
Hammond Teachers Federation to Host Immigration Education Conference
On Saturday, August 5, the Hammond Teachers Federation, in partnership with the American Federation of Teachers and more than 40 organizations in the Lake County area, will host a daylong education conference and community fair to educate, inform and empower the community about the tools, resources and supports available to address the needs of English language learners, immigrant youth and families in Hammond.
American Family Insurance Supports YouTube HBCU Homecoming 2020 and Promotes Career Opportunities for HBCU Students
On a mission to acquire and support the best talent, American Family Insurance promotes career opportunities to HBCU students
– American Family Insurance announced today it is joining Target to co-sponsor YouTube Originals’ 'HBCU Homecoming 2020: Meet Me On The Yard,’ a star-studded, global livestream celebrating the traditional fall homecoming weekend at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) around the country. The livestream will raise funds for the United Negro College Fund who plan to split 50% with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, which will also receive donations from Target and American Family Insurance.
HCDE Head Start Hosting Job Fair Feb. 21 at 6300 Irvington
Harris County Department of Education is hosting a job interview fair to recruit teachers, teaching assistants, family service providers, cooks and a mental health professional to join any of its 15 locations throughout northeast Harris County.
Methane Regulation: Penny Wise, Pound Foolish
Last month, the U.S. Senate narrowly voted against repealing a punitive, last-minute Obama era regulation. The Interior Department's so-called Methane and Waste Prevention Rule, while advertised as economically prudent, would eliminate consumer-driven jobs, curtail energy production, and otherwise harm the nation's economy.
African-American Businesses Need to See Clearly
Staying focused on profitability helps the community
I was invited to do a presentation on marketing strategy to a group of African-American entrepreneurs last month. As customary, each person was asked to stand and introduce themselves and describe their business. As they did so, I was struck by their stories:
Jocelyn K. Allen to Receive the 2017 Patricia L. Tobin Media Professional Award
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) proudly announces the selection of Jocelyn K. Allen as the recipient of the 2017 Patricia L. Tobin Media Professional Award.
Under Armour Star Endorsers Dwayne Johnson, Misty Copeland and Stephen Curry Speak Out Against CEO’s Pro-Trump Statements
Some of Under Armour’s biggest celebrity endorsers – ballet dancer Misty Copeland, NBA star Stephen Curry and Hollywood icon Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson—are speaking out against the apparel brand’s CEO for referring to Donald Trump as “a real asset” to American businesses.
Black Entrepreneur Develops New Hip-Hop and R&B Game Where Players Battle Song Vs. Song
If you were told to “Play A Song About Your Ex”, you could definitely think of more than a few songs to play that relate to your life experience. Did songs start flowing through your head? If so, you’re ready for AUXGOD.
Tiff's Treats Opens Warm Cookie Delivery Store in Charlotte, N.C.; Grand Opening Saturday, August 24, to Feature Brooklyn Decker and Andy Roddick
Charlotte expansion brings Tiff's Treats store count to 52
Tiff's Treats, the Austin, Texas-based company that pioneered warm cookie delivery, has announced its first Charlotte location is now open at 7314 Waverly Walk Avenue, Suite E3, with a grand opening this Saturday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. to be attended by actress/model Brooklyn Decker and tennis star Andy Roddick, brand ambassadors for Tiff's Treats.
