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US Olympian Ariana Ramsey is ‘So Amazed’ by Free Healthcare in the Olympic Village, She’s Joining the Fight for Universal Healthcare
US olympian Ariana Ramsey’s experience with free healthcare at the Paris 2024 Olympics has her eager to fight for universal healthcare back home. The olympian has received free dental care, eye exams, and more while in the Olympic village; she has taken to social media to express her amazement and newfound call to action.
A feeling of stagnation runs through Ferguson, a city once known as ground zero for change
The 2014 death of Michael Brown in Ferguson fomented riots and protests for change. Yet many wonder whether that has happened.
Missouri voters pass constitutional amendment requiring increased Kansas City police funding
Missouri voters have passed another constitutional amendment requiring Kansas City to spend at least 25% of its budget on policing– a 5% increase from previous years.
USDA Announces $2 Billion Settlement For Black And Minority Farmers
The USDA has reached a $2.2 billion settlement to compensate Black and other minority farmers who faced years of systemic discrimination.
Judge Dismisses Most Claims in Federal Lawsuit Filed by Black Texas Student Punished Over Hairstyle
Texas judge dismisses most claims in federal lawsuit filed by Darryl George, a Black student who was punished by his school for his hairstyle. George filed the lawsuit—claiming racial and gender discrimination—when his Houston, Texas school district punished him for refusing to get rid of his locs.
4 hotel employees charged with being party to felony murder in connection with Black man’s death
After D’Vontaye Mitchell was suffocated to death at a Milwaukee hotel, four of the hotel’s employees were charged with his murder.
What’s Happening in Louisville Could Solve a Housing Crisis
A tenants union that formed in Louisville, Kentucky is garnering hope among residents that issues like gentrification and redlining will be addressed and resolved.
The Biles Effect: A New Narrative on Mental Health in Sports
Simone Biles’ openness about her struggles with mental health have inspired many other Black women to seek support as well.
Black people with Parkinson’s are underdiagnosed, miss treatment
Organizers want to reach the Black community to increase awareness about and treatment of Parkinson’s disease.
Third set of remains found with gunshot wound in search for 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre graves, state official says
The continued exhumation of victims of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre aims to identify those who lost their lives.
Court orders white nationalists to pay $2M more for Charlottesville Unite the Right violence
A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of the plaintiffs in a case against participants in a 2017 white supremacy rally.
On the centennial of his birth, James Baldwin remains relevant today
NPR looks back on the written works of James Baldwin, who spoke out about racism, and their relevance decades after his death.
Trump Falsely Accuses Harris of Deciding to ‘Turn Black’ During a Combative Panel With Black Journalists
During the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) convention, Trump falsely claimed presidential nominee and Howard University alum, Vice President Kamala Harris, decided to “turn Black.” Trump said, “. . . she was always of Indian heritage, and she was only promoting Indian heritage. I did not know she was Black until a number of years ago when she happened to turn Black, and now she wants to be known as Black.”
Harris’ political ascent makes her the latest target of DEI insults
Harris is already facing ridicule from the Republican party. They call her a “DEI hire,” meaning she would presumably get the Democratic nomination because of the way she looks rather than any of her qualifications.
What to Watch For as Simone Biles Leads U.S. in Quest for Team Gold
Biles withdrew from the competition in Tokyo, leading the U.S. to land silver medals. This year, the athletes intend to redeem themselves and return home with gold.
ABHM Presents: Unmasked
Unmasked is an art installation reimagining two historic exhibitions of anti-lynching art held in 1935. The installation combines historical artworks and ephemera with contemporary efforts to commemorate the victims of lynching in Indiana, including ABHM founder, Dr. James Cameron.
What Kamala Harris’s Candidacy Means for Black Women
Kimberly Peeler-Allen, whose organization supports Black women in politics, discusses Vice President Harris’ bid for the democratic ticket.
Historic sculpture of Vel Phillips unveiled at Wisconsin Capitol Building
A crowd gathered in Madison to see the new statue and hear speeches from Governor Evers, Senator Baldwin, and Phillips’ son.
In a reversal, Georgia now says districts can use state funding to teach AP Black studies classes
Georgia schools can continue to teach a newer Advanced Placement class about Black history thanks to state funds that they can now use.
