Black History – Page 28

OP-ED: ‘Crypto Black’

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Too often, marginalized communities are consigned to the sidelines to witness the economic innovation and progress of others. Yet today, I believe that...

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LIVE! Vice President Kamala Harris in Oakland County, Michigan

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Vice President Kamala Harris hosts a Town Hall in Oakland County, Michigan.

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Black Press Urges DSCC to Expand Black Media Reach in New Ad Campaign

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Black voters have the power to shape the outcome of the 2024 election and will play a critical role in defending the Democrats’...

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VP Kamala Harris Unveils Extensive Agenda for Black Men, Promises Wealth-Building and Opportunity as Election Nears

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Harris’s detailed plan appears to offer Black men a vision of leadership, opportunity, and economic empowerment, which she argues is essential for the...

Photo of Cissy Houston provided by the Estate of Whitney E. Houston.

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IN MEMORIAM: Emily “Cissy” Houston, 91

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Our hearts are filled with pain and sadness. We lost the matriarch of our family,” says Pat Houston, the daughter-in-law of Cissy Houston....

“Long Shot: The Triumphs and Struggles of an NBA Freedom Fighter,” by Craig Hodges. President George H. W. Bush welcomes members of the NBA Champion Chicago Bulls, including Craig Hodges, to the White House, 01 Oct 1991. Photo: George Bush Presidential Library and Museum.

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COMMENTARY: Carrying on the Deplorable Hollywood Tradition of ‘Whitewashing’

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Former NBA star and activist Craig Hodges is locked in a new dispute over a documentary on his life with Hollywood executives and producers. The...

Booking images provided by the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office. From left, Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Emmitt Martin III, Desmond Mills, Jr. and Justin Smith. Nichols, Bean, Haley, and Smith were convicted of witness tampering in the case that fueled nationwide protests and renewed calls for police reform.

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BREAKING NEWS: Three Former Memphis Officers Convicted in Tyre Nichols’ Fatal Beating

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The beating of Nichols reignited debates over the use of excessive force by law enforcement, particularly in Black communities. The five officers involved,...

March 10, 2011 - Actor/Producer John Amos in a publicity photo for, “Their Voices, Their Stories: African American Veterans Who Served on Iwo Jima.” (Catherine Farmer, National Archives)

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IN MEMORIAM: Beloved ‘Good Times’ Star and Emmy-Nominated Actor, John Amos, Dies at 84

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Amos’ acting career spanned over five decades, with his most iconic role being that of James Evans Sr., the no-nonsense, hard-working father on...

Michael Jackson live "Dangerous Tour" in Monza (Italy) 06/07/1992. Photo: Daniele Dalledonne from Trento, Italy / Wikimedia Commons.

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EXCLUSIVE! — Michael Jackson’s Thriving Estate Makes it a Target for Extortion Attempts

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Despite vast challenges and unproven allegations, the executors have transformed Jackson’s estate into a financial powerhouse. Following Jackson’s death in 2009, the estate...

Sean "Diddy" Combs' star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Photo: Sean Diddy Combs.

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Prosecutors to Unseal Indictment Today Following Arrest of Music Mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs

NNPA NEWSWIRE — This arrest marks the latest in a series of legal troubles for Diddy. In the past year, he has faced numerous allegations of...

Frankie Beverly (2002). Photo: William Henderson / Wikimedia Commons

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IN MEMORIAM: Legendary Soul Icon Frankie Beverly Passes Away at 76

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly debuted its self-titled album in 1976, which went on to sell more than 500,000 copies and earned gold status....

Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris during their first presidential debate Philadelphia on Tuesday night. Photo: Screen capture from ABC News feed of the debate.

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Harris Dominates First Presidential Debate as Trump Struggles to Defend Record

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Vice President Kamala Harris positioned herself as a problem-solver, taking on issues like housing, childcare, and the economy. In her opening statement, she...

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New Report Exposes Tax System’s Role in Widening Racial Wealth Gap, Calls for Urgent Reforms

NNPA NEWSWIRE — The message from Color of Change and Americans for Tax Fairness is clear: America’s tax system is broken, and without immediate reforms, the...

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Congressional Black Caucus Releases Groundbreaking Corporate Accountability Report on DEI

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Most Fortune 500 companies participating in the CBC’s survey demonstrated their commitment to DEI even after the Supreme Court’s ruling. CBC members said...