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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…
08.26.21
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…
09.30.21
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…
09.30.21
SPAIN-SPORTS-AWARDS

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.
09.30.21
one year later News - George Floyd Protest Donald Trump Birthday Protest - New York City

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…
09.30.21
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…
08.26.21
Covid-19 Be Safe and Social Distance sign

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…
09.30.21
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…
09.30.21
Modern Buildings In City Against Sky

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,…
09.29.21
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…
08.26.21
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…
09.29.21
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…
09.29.21
The better the research the better the end product

National Urban League Unveils Digital Equity Initiative

The National Urban League has unveiled an initiative designed to address the digital divide.
09.29.21
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…
08.30.21
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
09.29.21
Doctor listening to patient's heartbeat during home visit - wearing face mask

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.
09.29.21
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…
09.29.21
A doctor in a white coat and protective gloves holds the medicine in a glass ampoule. The vaccine for covid-19 or for colds and flu is in the hands of a nurse. The concept of treatment and prevention of the spread of infection, virus and pneumonia.

Dallas County Vaccine Rollout Shows Racial Equity Gap

An attempt to address racial disparities in vaccine access was overruled after Texas state officials threatened to cut Dallas county’s…
09.29.21
Today - Season 69

Tyler Perry To Receive Humanitarian Award At Oscars

Tyler Perry will be awarded the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 2021 Oscars for his philanthropic efforts.
08.30.21
President-Elect Biden Delivers Remarks On COVID-19 Pandemic And Planned Response

Details On Biden's Bold $1.9T Relief Package

Days before his inauguration, President-elect Joe Biden announced the “American Rescue Plan,” a $1.9 trillion recovery plan to combat COVID-19…
09.29.21