National News
Congressional Leaders Advocate for Rosa Parks Day Federal Holiday
The proposed legislation aims to designate December 1 as a federal holiday in honor of Rosa Parks, recognizing her pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement. […]
Articles by Carma Henry
Obituaries
A Good Shepherd Funeral Home Services
Julia Mae Beasley Funeral services will be held December 9th at New Bethel Baptist Church. Harold Doe Funeral services will be held December 9th at Church of God Christian Center. Devika Rooplal Funeral services will […]
Obituaries
James C. Boyd Funeral Home Services
Katrice Shavonne Covington – 41 Funeral services were held December 2nd at James C. Boyd’s Memorial Chapel with Bishop Tony Mitchell officiating. Robert Lee Fason – 43 Funeral services were held December 2nd at Grace […]
Obituaries
McWhite’s Funeral Home Services
Ernest Atkins – 65 Funeral Services were held December 1st at New Covenant Deliverance. Anthony Demarcus “Clips” Charles – 20 years-old Funeral Services were held November 30th at McWhite’s Funeral Home Chapel. Ruby Lee Collier […]
Obituaries
Roy Mizell & Kurtz Funeral Home Services
Margaret Bates – 78 Funeral services were held December 1st at New Mount Olive Baptist Church. Lillie M. Hall – 88 Funeral services were held December 2nd at Roy Mizell & Kurtz Worship Center. Debra […]
Feature
Trailblazing Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor Passes Away at 93
The icon’s battle with dementia was disclosed to the public in October 2018 through a poignant letter in which she expressed her inability to continue participating in public life due to the advancing condition. […]
Feature
A Year of Political Fireworks: Trump’s Legal Odyssey, GOP Infighting, and Congressional Expulsion
The year kicked off with a heavyweight bout within the Republican ranks, as Kevin McCarthy clinched the Speaker of the House position after a fierce battle that took 15 rounds of voting. […]
Black History
Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Enduring Power of a Musical Pioneer
In the annals of music history, few figures shine as brightly as Sister Rosetta Tharpe, a trailblazing force whose legacy reverberates through the ages. Born in Cotton Plant, Arkansas, in 1915, Tharpe left an indelible mark on the world of music, earning her the title of the “Mother of Rock and Roll.” Beyond her undeniable musical prowess, Sister Rosetta Tharpe’s enduring power lies in her ability to transcend boundaries, break barriers, and inspire generations of artists who followed in her footsteps. […]
Black History
Unyielding Conviction: John Brown’s Stand Against Slavery
Born in 1800 in Torrington, Connecticut, John Brown was raised in a family deeply rooted in religious conviction. His upbringing instilled in him a fervent belief that slavery was not only a moral abomination but also a manifestation of the devil’s influence on humanity. This belief fueled his lifelong mission to break the chains that bound his fellow human beings. […]
National News
Republican Congressman George Santos Expelled Amidst Scandal and Charges of Fraud
Santos, who has faced allegations of lies, fraudulent activities, and bizarre behavior, witnessed his downfall primarily at the hands of fellow Republicans who found his conduct too egregious to tolerate. […]