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Opinions
Ways to Advance Equal Justice in America
The struggle for equal justice for Blacks, under the banner of Black Lives Matter (BLM), has demonstrated widespread public awareness of and opposition to injustices. Yet, tragic unjust events recur. Some scattered progress is occurring. But bringing about widespread changes that are widely desired is mired in many other grave conflicts, in new crises, and by willful distractions. Nevertheless, there are many alternatives that many different people can take to advance justice for all. […]
Local News
Sony Promotes First Black Woman President of TriStar Pictures
Sony Pictures Entertainment has promoted Nicole Brown, an African American woman, as President of TriStar Pictures, extending her contract with the studio to continue oversight of the specialty label. Last year, Brown was appointed to head TriStar Pictures as Executive Vice President. She will continue to report to Tom Rothman, chairman of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group, and oversee all of TriStar’s film development and production. […]
Entertainment
Sammy Davis Jr. Biopic To Be Produced By Lena Waithe
From films like Porgy and Bess to hit songs like “The Candy Man,” Sammy Davis Jr. played an integral role in shaping the landscape of the entertainment industry and now his contributions will be the focus of a new biopic. According to Deadline, MGM is slated to release a film about Davis’ journey. […]
National News
Solutions From Corporate America: Representing Large Brands Through Cultural Moments
NewsOne on Wednesday hosted the second in its three-part virtual conversation series of panel discussions with corporate leaders and executives who are using their voices to advocate on behalf of Black communities. The series is in partnership with 100 Black Men of America, Inc. […]
National News
Black Robes Matter
Months later, after the unfortunate passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Romney stood in solidarity with his political party to support the rapid replacement of Bader’s seat before the upcoming presidential election – an action that goes against a stall tactic precedent set by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell during the last year of President Barack Obama’s term. My takeaway from Romney’s actions is simple: Black Lives Matter, but Black robes matter more. […]
National News
Positive COVID-19 Tests Halt Kamala Harris’ In-Person Campaigning, For Now
Sen. Kamala Harris won’t be traveling for the next few days after a couple of staffers associated with her campaign have tested positive for COVID-19. The campaign manager for Biden for President said they learned of the tests’ results Wednesday night and immediately took steps to make it clear that Harris was not “in close contact” with either of the staffers in the days leading up to their diagnoses. […]
National News
The Dallas Weekly Wins Big with Best of Black Dallas 2020
“Our content team is made up of an amazing group of writers, editors and social media gurus who are eager to cover Dallas’ vibrant and talented Black community.” Noting the high level of engagement of the 25- to 42-year old demographic, Grace continued, “In fact, I think our coverage of the winners has the potential to make DW’s Best in Black Dallas 2020 campaign a conversation piece far beyond Election Day.” […]
Obituaries
James C. Boyd Funeral Home Services
AROCENA Funeral services for the late Jorge Abel Arocena – 74 were held October 17 at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel with Bishop Ralph Grissett officiating. PLANCHER Funeral services for the late Servina Saintil-Plancher were […]
Obituaries
McWhite’s Funeral Home Services
BLAKELEY Funeral services for the late Constance Blakeley – 27 were held October 17 at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel. O’CONNOR – Not Pictured Funeral services for the late Gwendolyn O’Connor. SINGER Funeral services for the […]