Duke University ends scholarship program for Black students: Why you should care
Black student scholarship ends at Duke University. How does that impact Black students nationwide?
What parents, teens need to know about STI Awareness Month
Sexually Transmitted Infection Awareness Month advocates for safer sex and health practices.
Houston parents say ‘no more’ to STAAR testing in opt out movement
Houston advocates and parents boycott high stakes state STAAR tests.
Biden to deliver Morehouse commencement address amid concerns
The pushback comes amid growing campus protests over Biden’s support for Israel’s war with Hamas.
Alief Hastings discus thrower Darian Snell falls short at regionals
Darian Snell’s track journey comes to an end, but his competitive nature continues
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Attack on Tennessee State spells trouble for more than just HBCUs
The removal of Tennessee State’s trustees spells big trouble for more than just other HBCUs.
Advocates want White House to address unfair impact of marijuana prohibition
Advocates criticize the White House for not fulfilling Biden’s campaign promise of decriminalizing marijuana federally.
Brittney Griner is having a baby with her wife: What’s the problem?
Why is it still a shocker that same-sex couples want to have babies?
Demetria Qualls, Hearts of Rescue offer unique homeless ministry
Demetria Qualls leads Hearts of Rescue’s unique ministry that offers showers for the homeless.
Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’ album inspires curriculum at PVAMU
Prairie View A&M University introduces Beyoncé’s Renaissance album in its African-American studies curriculum.
Is a bachelor’s degree worth it these days?
Does a college degree offer the job security it once promised?
Profiles
Tierney Malone uses art, voice to spotlight Houston’s rich jazz legacy
Artist Tierney Malone highlights Houston’s jazz legacy through his various artistic endeavors and storytelling.
Nailah ‘Mama Africa’ Nelson empowers, enlightens young leaders
Shrine Cultural Center director Nailah Nelson shares her commitment to mentoring and empowering young leaders.
Shekira Dennis gives clients maximum political, community impact
Next Wave Strategies’ Shekira Dennis discusses her passion for political and community empowerment.
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To bridge racial wealth gap Americans willing to pay more
A study reveals most Americans will pay more to reduce the racial wealth gap.
Election 2024 and the dangers of Black voter apathy
Young people voice growing Black voter apathy that some say could impact the 2024 election.
Severe racial, ethnic neighborhood inequities harm Black children
The Child Opportunity Index reveals severe racial and ethnic neighborhood inequities, negatively impacting Black children.
Reparations: Just what does America owe Black people?
Advocates of reparations contend Black have given America way more than stolen labor.
US Rep. Al Green discusses Haiti crisis impact on Blacks in US
US Rep. Al Green discusses the Haitian crisis and efforts to help end it.