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Why many Black Americans are boycotting big-box retail stores: ‘Using my money to resist’

Kevin Carter // Getty Images Why many Black Americans are boycotting big-box retail stores: ‘Using my money to resist’ Rebecca Renard-Wilson has stopped shopping at Target and all things Amazon, including Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh. These days, …

To be a Black American educator is to be in a constant state of hope — and rage

A number of national teacher surveys revealed that Black teachers — and teachers of color generally — report higher levels of optimism about their students’ futures and the state of the teaching profession than their white colleagues. Many Black teachers …

Heart Failure Strikes Black Americans Almost 14 Years Earlier Than White Americans

Dallas African American Museum receives $3M grant to digitize collections from the past 50 years

“This museum is not just about what’s on the walls, it’s about the souls of the people who come through here,” said the museum's president and CEO. DALLAS — Margie Reese combed through an Ebony Magazine from the 1960s. “Much of this material is very …

'Our Stories' Exibit Finds New Home At West Ridge Mall, Black American Blueprint Collective Invites The Community To ...

The Topeka-based Black American Blueprint Collective is pleased to announce a new home for its “Our Stories: African American Topeka Before and After Brown” exhibit. The Black Collective invites the public to a grand reopening of “Our Stories” on Friday, …

We the People: Airstream owners celebrate America’s 250; African-American Heritage Trail’s new marker

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Springfield-Greene County African-American Heritage Trail adds a new marker. And travel the U.S. and celebrate its 250th birthday in an Airstream. To report a correction or typo, please email digitalnews@ky3.com. Please include …

Black New England Conference: Social Media and African American Experience

Ellen Perrault The 19th Annual Black New England Conference (BNEC) will be held Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) in Manchester, NH. Never miss a BVN beat. Stay up to speed on the latest BVN …

The First African American astronaut to spacewalk Dr. Bernard A Harris, Jr

On this edition of In Black America, producer/host John L. Hanson Jr. speaks with Dr. Bernard A. Harris, Jr., physician, former NASA astronaut, venture capitalist, founder and president of the Harris Foundation, and author of ‘ Embracing Infinite …

National unemployment rate for Black Americans now the highest its been since 2021

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The job market may look steady overall -- but for many Black Americans, it's a different story. What's surprising is that education isn't protecting workers. Even Black college graduates are struggling. Their unemployment rate …

Why many Black Americans are boycotting big-box retail stores: ‘Using my money to resist’

Why many Black Americans are boycotting big-box retail stores: ‘Using my money to resist’ × Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. kAm#636442 #6?2C5\(:=D@? 92D DE@AA65 D9@AA:?8 2E …

Heart Failure Strikes Black Americans Almost 14 Years Earlier Than White Americans

Key Takeaways Black Americans receive a diagnosis of heart failure an average of nearly 14 years earlier than white Americans Social and medical factors work together to create this disparity, and societal change is needed to close the gap Prevention …

For black Americans, losing their religion is like losing a parent

Recent estimates say that the black church has lost about 30% of its pre-Covid-19 congregations and worse, the college educated do not necessarily see the black church as their home. While it is generally accepted that man is by nature religious, it is …

Landmark study maps mutational landscape of triple-negative breast cancer in African American women

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the deadliest breast cancer subtype, disproportionately affects African American women – but until now, they were underrepresented in genomic studies aimed at identifying the genetic mutations driving the disease. A …

Youngest African American mayor reflects on transformative tenure in Earle, Arkansas

Earle, Ark. — At just 18 years old, Jaylen Smith made history by becoming the youngest African American mayor in the United States when he was elected to lead the city of Earle, Arkansas. Now 21, Smith reflects on his time in office and the changes he' …

Oldest African American Baptist church in Fort Worth is on the market

Mount Gilead Baptist Church on Grove Street in Fort Worth is up for sale for $3 million. It's also on a list of 'endangered' buildings. Mount Gilead Baptist Church is the oldest African American Baptist church in Fort Worth. The neo-classical …

Dallas’ African American Museum To Receive $3M To Help Preserve Its Collection

by Daniel Johnson September 1, 2025 Per the museum's website, it holds the distinction of having one of the largest collections of Black folk art anywhere in the United States. The African American Museum in Dallas will be receiving $3 million in …

Editor’s Pick: Free Beacon Visits African-American History Museum, Finds Torrent of Hate

In a story published on Monday for Labor Day, Washington Free Beacon reporter Jonathan Levine visited the Smithsonian African-American History Museum for what became an incredibly disturbing encapsulation of the hateful bias and woke ideology President …

Milwaukee’s Office of African American Affairs to hold community open house

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee’s Office of African American Affairs (OAAA) is rolling out the resources and inviting the community to come check out its space on Friday, Sept. 5, located at 4830 W. Fond Du Lac. Starting at 10 a.m., a new mural by artist …

Palestinian-American Defends West Bank Racism Against Black Americans, Citing Oppression Olympics - WATCH

In a shocking display of what can only be described as moral gymnastics, a Palestinian-American woman has come under fire for defending the racist treatment of black Americans during a volunteer trip to the West Bank. The video, which has sparked outrage …

Seasonal Shifts and Precious Metals: KenWorks Highlights Autumn as a Key Time for Gold and Silver Sales

METAIRIE, LA, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- KenWorks, a precious metals business based in Metairie, Louisiana, is highlighting autumn as a favorable season for individuals considering the sale of unwanted gold and silver …

VETCOMM US Launches Employee Mentorship Program Led by CEO Kate Monroe

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VETCOMM US, a veteran-first organization specializing in Department of Veterans Affairs disability claim support services, is pleased to announce the launch of a new employee …

Alcohol-Free BRUNETTE by EdeM, a Catena Institute of Wine Creative Project, Available in the US Starting October 2025

BRUNETTE, a no-alcohol botanical-infused sparkling Chardonnay made with the highest quality grapes, joins EdeM’s ROSÆ, a dealcoholized sparkling rosé. MENDOZA, ARGENTINA, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2025 debut of Elena de Mendoza …

Exiled Human Rights Defender Li Jiaming Calls on India to Lead Global Resistance to CCP Repression

Advocate for Tibet and Democracy Urges Democratic Nations to Unite as Human Rights Pressures Mount NEW DELHI, INDIA, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global concern over human rights conditions in China continues to escalate, exiled …

Harvard-Trained Founder Wins Global Health Summit Pitch, Redefining Stress Management for the Modern Workforce

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From the halls of Harvard to the global stage of the Health Optimisation Summit (HOS), Lupita Almuhana, Founder of Stressie, has claimed top honors as winner of the startup …

Lisa Rites Releases Navigating Grief And Divorce — A Brave And Honest Account Of Healing And Holding Family Together

A personal story through heartbreak becomes a guide for resilience, love, and renewal. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Lisa Rites announces the release of her heartfelt story, Navigating Grief and …

Benny Bee Launches Limited-Edition T-Shirts to Fund the Future of Adaptive Clothing for Kids

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Benny Bee, the inclusive children’s fashion brand founded by designer Élicen Renz, is proud to unveil a limited-edition collection of three unisex t-shirts designed to raise …

Lex Levinrad Announces Nationwide Expansion of Real Estate Success Essentials Training Program™ to Help More Americans

Nationally recognized real estate investor, author, and coach Lex Levinrad today announced the expansion of his Real Estate Success Essentials Training Program BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nationally …

Recruiting for Good Launch New Reward Dine at Favorite LA Restaurant for 3 Years

staffing agency, Recruiting for Good is launching LA's Sweetest Treat 3 years of Dining at LA's Best Restaurants to help fund The Sweetest Gigs for kids program SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

California Shockwave Introduces Advanced FDA-Approved ESWT Technology for Non-Invasive Pain Treatment in SF Bay Area

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California Shockwave, led by Dr. Abraham Hafiz Rodriguez, M.D., now offers advanced Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) utilizing FDA class 3 clearance, high-energy, focused …

El artista colombiano Verssek celebra cinco años de trayectoria musical con éxito internacional y próximo álbum

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El artista musical colombiano Verssek celebra cinco años de carrera musical profesional, destacando el éxito de su canción más escuchada, "A Quien Trata de Engañar", y …

Bonsai Koin Launches Beta Testing for BOKO Faucet App, Combining Cryptocurrency Innovation with Environmental Impact

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEW Bonsai Koin (BOKO), a cryptocurrency project operating on the Binance Smart Chain, today announced the beta testing phase of its BOKO Faucet app for Android devices, marking …

Police Officer and Medal of Valor Recipient Angelo Gomez Authors Children's Book Addressing Youth Mental Health

HENDERSON, NV, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local police officer Angelo Gomez, recipient of the Medal of Valor and Lifesaving Award, has authored a new children's book titled "Hero Inside" that aims to empower …

Align Adolescent Recovery Approved as Non-Public School Residential Treatment Center by Arizona Department of Education

New designation expands access to school district funding and educational continuity for adolescent boys in treatment. TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Align Adolescent Recovery, Arizona’s premier dual-diagnosis …

Support Your Girlfriends Successfully Concludes 7th Annual Retreat Celebrating Sisterhood, Empowerment, and Community

More than two dozen notable women came together for a week of inspiration and connection, which fosters growth and lasting bonds NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Support Your Girlfriends (SYG), a 501(c)(3), …

New group of leaders bring lived experience into health and social care advocacy and policy work

CAMDEN, NJ, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Camden Coalition announces the 15 individuals selected to make up the 2025/2026 National Consumer Scholar cohort as part of the organization’s ongoing efforts to …

Houston DTF Transfers Expands Direct-to-Film and UV Transfer Services for DIY Creators and Wholesale Clients

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Houston DTF Transfers LLC, a Houston-based provider of Direct-to-Film (DTF) and UV Direct-to-Film transfer solutions, announces expanded service offerings designed to meet the growing …

Magickitchen.com Introduces Line of Meals for GLP-1 and Specialized Diets

Understanding How Controlled Portions and Balanced Nutrition Can Simplify Your Meal Planning LENEXA, KS, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Adjusting to GLP-1 medications can be tough, whether it’s for diabetes, weight …

Tay Joy Releases Toxicity to Thriving — A Faith-Based Guide to Healing, Purpose, and Bold Living

A powerful resource for women seeking to break free from toxic cycles and step into the life God created them to live. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author and speaker Tay Joy (Octavia L. Floyd) announces the …

Seamless Sound & Storage: D&D Audio Video Integrates Audio Systems into Custom Cabinetry

SLIDELL, LA, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- D&D Audio and Video Solutions, based in Slidell, Louisiana, is highlighting the role of custom cabinetry in integrating advanced audio systems for modern living spaces. By …