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HBCU transformation project receives $124 million boost to propel systemic change

September 29, 2023

Over the next three years, the HBCU Transformation Project aims to narrow the widening wealth gap between HBCUs and other higher education institutions.Photo submitted By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia To help fortify historically Black colleges and universities nationwide, the HBCU Transformation Project has garnered a substantial $124 million

Oregon man is released after years on death row as his case highlights racial bias in a flawed legal system

September 19, 2023

Jesse Johnson By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Jesse Johnson, a Black man wrongfully convicted for a 1998 murder, was released, following a reversal of his conviction by the Oregon Court of Appeals two years ago. The case highlighted longstanding racial bias within the justice system. The Oregon Innocence

Congress returns with looming showdowns, Trump’s legal woes, and a lame duck speaker

September 19, 2023

While President Joe Biden is expected to push for a funding bill, there are several other issues facing Congress as it reconvenes.Photo submitted By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia As Congress reconvenes, the nation watches in anticipation of what America future holds while bracing for an intense battle of

New COVID-19 variant ‘Pirola’ raises concerns amidst ongoing crises

September 19, 2023

Just about every state is seeing some level of increases COVID-19 cases.Photo submitted By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Amidst a news cycle that now routinely features wildfires, former president indictments, and extreme weather events, the world is grappling with the resurgence of COVID-19 as a new and concerning

Black youths suffer the most from gun violence in America

September 19, 2023

Dr. Valda Crowder, director of Emergency Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Harrisburg, Pa., has seen a lot of shooting victims up close.Photo submitted Homicide victim Devon Harris was an honor student and football player.Photo submitted Sierra Jenkins was a homicide victim.Photo submitted By Hazel Trice EdneyTriceEdneyWire.com

Thomas finally discloses Harlan Crow financed trips

September 19, 2023

Justice Clarence Thomas By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Conservative Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has acknowledged previously undisclosed travel expenses paid for by billionaire associate Harlan Crow. Thomas’s most recent annual financial disclosure report last Thursday included this information. In 2022, Crow facilitated several trips

Time running out to extend the Affordable Connectivity Program to keep Black households online

September 19, 2023

A recent Pew survey found that just 71 percent of Black households and 65 percent of Hispanic households have broadband for internet connection.Photo submitted By Hazel Trice EdneyTriceEdneyWire.com Millions of children across the nation will be able to do their homework at home during the upcoming school year, thanks

Right wing sheriffs group spreads controversial ideology

September 19, 2023

Over the past five years, the CSPOA has organized training, rallies, speeches, and meetings in around 30 states.Photo submitted By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia A recent report by the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism has shed light on the activities and influence of the Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace

Congressional Black Caucus confronts ongoing assault on Black rights

September 19, 2023

Rep. Steven Horsford By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Members of the Congressional Black Caucus firmly stated that Black Americans are being attacked in various ways nationwide, with Republicans leading these efforts. “We refuse to be victims, and we will not be silenced,” declared CBC Chairman and Representative Steven

Continuing the struggle

September 19, 2023

Tallahassee represented at historic March on Washington anniversary commemoration A huge crowd gathered in Washington, D.C., for the 60 anniversary of the March on Washington.Photo submitted By Stacy M. BrownNewswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia On the anniversary of the iconic March on Washington, civil rights leaders and a diverse coalition of