By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In a protracted and contentious process that ground Congress to a halt for over three weeks,...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — This program delivers on Section 22007 of the Inflation Reduction Act, which provides financial assistance for farmers, ranchers and forest landowners who experienced...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — On Tuesday, Oct. 24, House Republicans plan to hold a candidate forum to assess the contenders, and it remains to be seen who...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Advocacy groups such as The Republican Accountability Project have actively opposed Jordan’s elevation, advocating for an alternative candidate considering concerns about the stability...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Despite these positive trends, the report underscores that imprisonment levels remain alarmingly high nationwide, particularly for Black Americans. The authors caution that the...
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com As social justice movements gain popularity across minority communities, Hispanic and Black leaders continue to charge forward on behalf...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Before his departure, the White House reported that Biden talked with Middle Eastern leaders, including President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt. The discussions...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — As a prostate cancer survivor and member of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s (ACS CAN) Board of Directors, I believe that...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The House has now been without a speaker for more than 14 days, and many political watchers predict a continued and uphill battle...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Hate Crime Statistics 2022 report reveals that law enforcement agencies reported 11,634 criminal incidents involving 13,337 related offenses motivated by bias towards...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The most recent Hate Crime Statistics report reveals that law enforcement agencies reported 11,634 criminal incidents involving 13,337 related offenses motivated by bias...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The government funding deadline of November 17th is fast approaching, and we’re paralyzed, unable to advance legislation to keep the government running. Instead...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Conversation with Al McFarlane — Today, Al will be speaking with guest DaMaris Marjett Jones. DaMaris, Miss Black Minnesota Talented Teen 2023....
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Conversation with Al McFarlane — During this episode, they will discuss the need for transformative educational intervention in the lives of young...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Today's episode explores the ongoing debate between self-pay and health insurance for mental health therapy. As mental health gains recognition as an essential...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The Conversation with Al McFarlane — Join us for a captivating and enlightening episode of "The Conversation with Adam McFarlane" as we dive...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — As the first openly LGBTQ person to represent California in the Senate, Butler’s appointment marks a historic moment. Additionally, she’s the second Black...
CHICAGO DEFEDER — What started as a Facebook page grew into a full-fledged campaign involving residents and allied environmental groups pushing city, county, and state officials...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — George’s mother, Darresha George, and the family’s legal representative contend that the teenager’s hairstyle complies with the dress code. In response to the...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Gov Ops, an abbreviation for Governmental Operations, is designed to probe into potential misconduct within state and local agencies, along with private entities...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Often called “freedmen’s towns,” “freedom towns,” or “all-black towns,” African American municipalities were established throughout the United States by or for a largely...
The Barbara Lee and Elihu Harris Lecture Series presents a conversation with Virtual Murrell on Saturday, Sept. 16, at 7 p.m. in the Huey P. Newton...
Condolences and tributes poured in from California’s Black community after the passing of U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Lawmakers, business leaders, and political service organizations expressed their...
THE ATLANTA VOICE — For over a decade, Toni-Michelle Williams has been at the forefront of social justice advocacy where she made remarkable strides in promoting...
ATLANTA DAILY WORLD — Among those in custody, approximately 30% (197,000) were convicted or awaiting sentencing, while the remaining 70% (466,100) were not convicted, pending court...