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Howard Receives $1.59M Grant For Vaccination Efforts

Howard University has received a $1.59 million endowment to help with vaccination efforts in communities that have been hit hardest…
by Brandee Sanders
04.19.21
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DeSantis Accused Of Favoring Wealthy In Vaccine Rollout

Black Floridian lawmakers served as the voice of the community in a new report by "60 Minutes," detailing vaccine equity…
by Anoa Changa
04.06.21
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Couple Charged In Elaborate $5.8M COVID-19 Relief Scheme

A Davenport, Florida couple has been arrested and charged with fraudulently obtaining $5.8 million in COVID-19 relief money to buy…
by Jason "Jah" Lee
04.05.21
Compton Mayor Aja Brown
Mayor's 'Compton Pledge' Gives Constituents Equitable Futures

From disparities in health, education and income, Compton Mayor Aja Brown believes now is the time for government to truly…
by Charise Frazier
03.28.21
Pop-Up COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Held At Predominantly Black Church In L.A.
One Year Later: COVID-19's Impact On Black Communities

Here are five ways COVID-19 has disproportionately affected Black Americans and how where we were in March 2020 compares to…
by Adam Carpenter
03.28.21
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Notable Black Folks Who Have Contracted The Coronavirus

Jo Thompson, who was once hailed as the "piano-playing Lena Horne," died from COVID-19 complications on March 9, 2021
by Bruce C.T. Wright
03.15.21
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Marvin Hagler's Death Sparks Debates Over COVID-19 Vaccine

The death of famed boxer Marvin Hagler sparked conversations around hesitancy over the COVID-19 vaccine, especially within Black communities.
by Charise Frazier
03.15.21
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We’re Going To Be Alright

Between the pandemic, the high-profile murders of Black people and the state-sanctioned violence against protesters that followed, we have been…
by Courtney Napier
03.15.21
Texas Is Showing the World How to Reopen Cautiously
States Easing COVID-19 Restrictions Concerns Workers

Workers in states free of COVID-19 related restrictions say they have concerns. Often without sick leave and working in low-wage…
by Anoa Changa
03.09.21
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States With Large Black Populations Lift COVID-19 Restrictions

Erasing the mandates could signal an even darker reality where states with conservative leadership continue to place the economy over…
by Charise Frazier
03.09.21
Free Mumia Rally Outisde Office Of Philadelphia District
Activists Say Mumia Abu-Jamal Has The Coronavirus

The movement demanding the release of Mumia Abu-Jamal from prison has been renewed amid concerns about his health after he…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
03.01.21
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NBA All-Star Events Scheduled Despite Warnings

Party promoters and venues are gearing up for several "lituations," in an effort to take part of the economic boom,…
by Charise Frazier
02.19.21
Founder's Library at Howard University to be renovated
Howard University Cancels Remaining Basketball Season

The Howard University men's basketball team has canceled the remainder of its season because of health concerns over the COVID-19…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
02.09.21
Chicago Teachers Rally For A Safe Return To Schools
Chicago In-School Learning Deal Tentatively Reached

Chicago public schools may be one step closer to reopening as the local union and Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Sunday…
by Anoa Changa
02.08.21
Economic Stimulus Package Tax Rebate Checks Printed
COVID-19 Pandemic Relief Talks Show Bipartisan Limits

While Biden is open to having a conversation with Republican lawmakers, Democrats remain committed to putting the needs of struggling…
by Anoa Changa
02.01.21
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National Urban League Unveils Digital Equity Initiative

The National Urban League has unveiled an initiative designed to address the digital divide.
by NewsOne Staff
01.31.21
New York City Close To Running Out Of Covid Vaccinations
Rich White People Are Taking Black Communities' Vaccines

An increasing number of reports indicate that rich white people are using their wealth and prestige to secure doses of…
by Bruce C.T. Wright
01.27.21
Chicago Teachers Rally For A Safe Return To Schools
Chicago Teachers Push Safe, Equitable Return To Schools

Members of the Chicago Teachers Union opted to continue remote instruction until the school district has improved safety plans
by Anoa Changa
01.26.21
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Black Patients With COVID-19, Diabetes More At Risk

A Mississippi professor found that Black diabetes patients with COVID-19 were at an increased risk for Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
by Anoa Changa
01.26.21
Joe Biden Is Sworn In As 46th President Of The United States
Reversing Course

Biden's executive actions carry out the vision of his 100 day plan, and will also target underserved Black populations stressed…
by Charise Frazier
01.25.21
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