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Contrary to popular belief, Black sci-fi writers – although a relatively rare breed – do exist.  They are not aliens who fell to earth as in Brother From Another Planet, or purveyors of the apocalyptic future predicted by writers given to the darker side of the future. They are introspective thinkers, willing to explore beyond […]

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Morehouse College has unveiled the celebration of its 158th anniversary with its annual Founder’s Week commemoration activities, reflecting on the rich history and legacy of the College by honoring the work and lives of current industry and community changemakers. The culminating “A Candle in the Dark” Awards Gala, presented by JME Group and hosted by award-winning […]

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What would the Super Bowl be without diversity? Imagine if Kansas City Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes and Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts were labeled “DEI hires,” a term used by some political figures and organizations to undermine the true achievements of embracing diversity. Mahomes and Hurts prove how much diversity matters by leading their teams back to […]

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Keith Boykin This article originally published on Word In Black.I’ve watched several of the confirmation hearings for Trump’s cabinet nominees, but the hearing for “the Black job” was the Blackest yet— and perhaps also the most revealing about the next four years. Scott Turner, the only Black person Trump has nominated for his cabinet, is almost certain […]

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Ahead of Trump’s second term, the historic Black press can serve as a guiding light for practicing journalism in pursuit of a healthy democracy — or, at least, survival and community. by Nicole CarrNovember 9, 2024 Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on X (Opens in new window) Click to email […]

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Atlanta’s acclaimed, annual science celebration explodes with more than 100 events taking place March 8-22 throughout metro Atlanta Atlanta Science Festival (ASF) presented by Delta Air Lines, the city’s ultimate celebration of all things science and one of the largest of its kind in the country, returns March 8-22. All ages have the opportunity to […]

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As we enter 2025, small business owners are finding a silver lining amidst challenges. The latest JPMorgan Chase’s 2025 Business Leaders Outlook Survey reveals a wave of optimism sweeping through the sector. More than 70% of small business owners express confidence, feeling “optimistic” or “very optimistic” about both their industry’s and their company’s performance in […]

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As snowfall and icy conditions gripped much of the state Tuesday afternoon and evening, Georgia DOT continued its work overnight to treat and plow roads across much of Atlanta and in the central, southern and coastal parts of the state. On Wednesday morning, crews were still hard at work to focus on interstates and secondary […]

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“This isn’t just about government programs—it’s about dismantling decades of progress toward equity, inclusion, and justice. We call on elected leaders to stand firm against this dangerous agenda and protect the civil rights of all Americans.” Today, Future Coalition, a national organization dedicated to empowering youth advocates and changemakers, is denouncing the Trump administration’s sweeping […]

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The Gentle Warriors Academy (GWA), the service delivery arm of Fathers Incorporated (FI), a not-for-profit working to build stronger families and communities, one father at a time, recently graduated nearly 40 fathers who participated in six weeks of classes. This is the first time fathers from FI’s various initiatives came together for a graduation ceremony, […]

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Leonard Corbin was a man of a thousand stories, but few words. It didn’t matter whether it was about iconic Detroit high school athletes from half a century ago, civil rights protests in the 1980s, or obscure music facts from one-hit wonders, he knew at least a little bit about a lot of things and […]

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photo courtesy of Nick Nelson Brandprenuer For over three decades, The 100 Black Men of DeKalb County has been a local chapter of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., dedicated to improving the quality of life within the community and enhancing educational and economic opportunities for African Americans. The organization empowers youth and strengthens the […]

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In 2023 former attorney for Donald Trump agreed to a $148 settlement in a case which found that he defamed mother and daughter election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss by falsely accusing them of tampering with the 2020 presidential vote in Georgia. Although the women were awarded a multi-million dollar judgment, the disgraced former […]

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By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In her 306th and final press briefing, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre took a moment from discussing the day’s significant developments — a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas — to reflect on her historic tenure as the first Black person and the first […]

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JANUARY 15 1908—Alpha Kappa Alpha, the first Black Greek letter sorority, is founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C., by Ethel Hedgeman Lyle of St. Louis, Mo. The sorority gradually branched out to other campuses and became one of the leading organizational vehicles for college-trained Black women to make their mark on […]

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by Amber Ogden When the name Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. comes up, it’s easy to picture him standing on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, his voice echoing the words “I have a dream” to a crowd of thousands. But imagine this: instead of a march or a sermon, his name is called on […]

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Photo: Getty Images NAACP President Derrick Johnson is urging President Joe Biden to deliver on “critical promises” before the end of his administration. On Wednesday (January 8), theGrio released an op-ed by Johnson in which he called on Biden to take action on key promises, including police accountability, clemency for drug offenders, and eliminating student […]

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By bawintern1 President-Elect Trump Speaks To The Press At Mar-A-LagoSource: Andrew Harnik / Getty During a press conference at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday, President-elect Donald Trump announced he wants to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America.”He described the name change as appropriate. “We’re going to be changing the name of the Gulf […]

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By The Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center Children are more vulnerable than adults to the effects of cold weather. The Head Start Early Childhood Learning and Knowledge Center developed these tips to help families and staff keep children safe, healthy, and warm in the winter. Bundle up! Children are at greater risk […]

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Photo: Getty Images Today we remember the heroic actions of U.S. Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman four years after he held off a mob of rioters during the January 6 insurrection. On Wednesday, January 6, 2021, supporters of Donald Trump mobbed the U.S. Capitol building in an attempt to stop election certification after his unsuccessful […]

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