Nearly 1,000 adults and youths attended a Black “Community Wealth Building Day” on Saturday, November 11, sponsored by the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB). Over the next two years, NAREB will host similar events in more than 80 cities. The events provide classes, workshops, and one-on-one counseling to advise families on homebuying, investing, and careers in real estate. […]
Sitting slightly away from the edge of a rug, flanked by two chairs at an angle to the fireplace, it’ll be the focal point of the room. Add the right paint and that plushy blanket you bought on vacation last year, and you’ll never want to leave. Making your home a welcoming retreat is always a goal and in the new book “Iconic Home” by June Reese, BID, you’ll welcome some fresh ideas. […]
Despite making up only 15% of the public school population, Black students were 35% of those who reported being bullied because of their race. […]
The deal includes no money for his border wall. On Capitol Hill, the heated debate reached fever pitch, underscoring the importance and pressure surrounding the legislative maneuver. By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National […]
The Houston Riots, which erupted on August 23, 1917, stemmed from racial tensions and provocations against members of the 24th Infantry Regiment. The catalyst for the riots was the violent arrest and assault of two Black Soldiers, leading to a group of 110 soldiers seizing weapons and marching into the city. […]
Judge Steve C. Jones of the Northern District of Georgia slapped down the redistricting maps drawn by the Republican-controlled Legislature to accommodate the requirements of the 2020 census data and ruled that new maps must be redrawn to provide for equitable and fair representation for Black voters before the 2024 election. […]
The incident unfolded after an event at New York University, where agents approached the mayor and requested his security detail to step aside. Armed with a court-authorized warrant, the agents joined Adams in his SUV and seized at least two cellphones and an iPad. […]
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Born in the District of Columbia, Kennedy’s dedication to redressing longstanding issues in marginalized communities is palpable. He said he envisions dismantling systemic barriers and forging a more inclusive and equitable future, particularly for African Americans who have borne the weight of longstanding injustices, including the pressing issue of maternal mortality. […]
A Florida man who suffered injuries while vacationing in Colombia is stuck in the country as hospital officials refuse to release him until they receive payment, according to his family. […]
NNPA NEWSWIRE — This year’s gala honors eight distinguished professionals for excellence in Journalism, Communications, Newsroom Leadership, And Community Service. […]
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