Top Texas election official acknowledges threats to ballot secrecy
By Natalia Contreras, Votebeat and The Texas Tribune Rules and practices meant to promote transparency also create vulnerabilities for voters, lawmakers were told. A top state election official acknowledged that Texas’ efforts to increase election transparency have made…
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The Enduring Disrespect of Black Women in America
By New York Amsterdam News Originally appeared in Word in Black “The recent incident involving Representative Jasmine Crockett being insulted on the floor of the House of Representatives by Marjorie Taylor Greene is just one example of the…
Politics
Biden-Harris Administration Approves $7.7 Billion in Additional Student Loan Debt Relief
By Stacy M. Brown Originally appeared in NNPA The Biden-Harris Administration announced the approval of $7.7 billion in student loan debt relief for 160,500 borrowers. This measure targets three categories of borrowers: those qualifying for Public Service Loan…
Sports
T-Wolves Force Game 5, Mavs Backcourt Takes Responsibility for Loss
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Dallas Mavericks 105-100 in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, with Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns scoring a combined 54 points, while Kyrie Irving and Luka Dončić led the way for Dallas.
Arts & Culture
TwoGether Land weekend kicks off with Pen, Pad & Beats the Sean Garrett Experience by Swan7 Entertainment
The city is buzzing with excitement for this weekend’s TwoGether Land Festival that’ll be held in Fair Park. With so many huge music acts performing in the Big D like Lil Wayne, Summer Walker and Jeezy, it’s also…
Lifestyle
Texans receiving federal food assistance caught in crosshairs of congressional funding fight
By Matthew Choi, The Texas Tribune Jan. 3, 2024 “Texans receiving federal food assistance caught in crosshairs of congressional funding fight” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and…
Health
How Racism Limits Black Health
By Brianna Patt Racism within the healthcare system can not only impact patients, but even traumatize the Black women that work within it. Black Womens Healthcare Trauma To understand Black women’s complicated relationship within the healthcare system, we…
Education
Biden Administration Unveils New Initiatives to Combat School Segregation on Brown v. Board Anniversary
The landmark 1954 Supreme Court ruling declared racially segregated schools unconstitutional, but recent data reveals persistent inequities in U.S. education. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia On the 70th anniversary of the historic Brown v.…
Business
Manage Your Money Wisely: The 50-30-20 Rule for Financial Success
Having a plan for your money is crucial to building a solid financial foundation. If you’re just getting started on your financial journey, the 50-30-20 rule can help you spend and save your money wisely. By distributing your…
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Editorial
A Dallas Watchdog and Atlanta’s North Star: James Washington was a Champion of the Black Press
James A. Washington, a dedicated journalist, editor, and publisher for over 45 years, passed away on April 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of courage, integrity, and social justice.
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Mama2Mama: Founder of Nu Standard, Autumn Yarbrough talks hair care, and the science of balancing it all
By Jess Washington, COO of Dallas Weekly I knew when I met Autumn Yarbrough at a mutual friend’s birthday party, we had to meet again. I have grown to be fond of and akin to women who are…
