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UW System, Alliant Energy recognize outstanding students, teachers for 2022
Several winners of the UW and Alliant Energy Erroll B. Davis, Jr. Achievement Awards represent the talented Black student community.

Stopping Domestic Violence in the Black Community
Christina Jones recently spearheaded a conversation about domestic violence in the Black community and how to better support survivors.

Massive learning setbacks show COVID’s sweeping toll on kids
COVID has only further increased racial inequalities in education according to a new report from the Associated Press.

Pharrell Williams returns to his native Virginia to award $2.5M to Black and Latinx entrepreneurs
Singer Pharrell Williams will announce the winners of $2.5 million in grants in his home state as part of the Black Ambition program.

Locked Out: Millions of Voters Are Disenfranchised Ahead of Midterm Elections
With the midterm elections just a few days away, some Black people are barred from voting because of their criminal backgrounds.

Rihanna Returns to Music With ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ Original Song
Musician Rihanna’s newest single will be featured on the soundtrack for Marvel’s upcoming Black Panther: Wakanda Forever film.

Exhumations resume for DNA to ID Tulsa Race Massacre victims
Work has resumed on exhuming remains belonging to victims of the Tulsa Race Massacre to identify them via DNA.

No U.S.-born Black players expected on World Series rosters
As Houston and Philadelphia’s baseball teams head to the world series, the diamond won’t don’t the number of Black residents of those cities.

‘Chicago’ star Angelica Ross’ history-making role kicks the door wide open for inclusion
Broadway star Angelica Ross has paved the way for other trans actors to take the stage after she played the lead role in Chicago.

From dream to screen, the National Black Movie Association is a nonprofit born of necessity
Agnes Moss has a vision for the the National Black Movie Association, which has gained momentum since its inception.

Penn State cancels Proud Boys founder’s speech, citing the threat of violence
After backlash, Penn State has rescinded an invite to Gavin McInnes, the founder of the Proud Boys who was slotted to speak at the school.

’1619 Project’ publisher launches series of readalongs
You can now listen to chapters of The 1619 project book by Michelle and Leslie Alexander to gain a better understanding of the content.

Are Black people better off in America than in Africa?
People often ignore the racism behind the idea that Black people are better in America than they would be if they remained in Africa.

Here are the Black candidates who could make history on election night
Next month, dozens of Black candidates’ names will appear on polling ballots across the country. These candidates are ready to make history.

Adidas ends partnership with Ye over antisemitic remarks
Adidas ended a partnership that helped make the artist formerly known as Kanye West a billionaire and lent the German sportswear an edgy appeal.

Meghan Markle discusses the ‘angry Black woman’ stereotype with Issa Rae and Ziwe
Meghan Markle continues to use her privilege to discuss racial issues, including stereotypes that appear in the media and online.

Almost every Black officer at this Tennessee police department says they’ve experienced discrimination
Racism impacts Black people who work for police departments as well as the citizens who deal with officers.

It Took Eight Years, an Army of Engineers, and 1,600 Pounds of Chains to Bring Artist Charles Gaines’s Profound Meditation on America to Life. Now, It’s Here
Charles Gaines’ vision for an art exhibition that examines the role capitalism and other forces have on American society has come to fruition.