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Jeffrey Bell watched as crews dug up and replaced neighbors’ lead water pipes, hoping his mother’s house would be next. Workers told him it wasn’t on their list but probably assigned to another contractor. With Flint’s lead pipe replacement program winding down this year, Bell and his elderly mother worried the home
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman July 7, 2025 The movie continues to make history Sinners has finally made its streaming debut for everyone at home to watch Ryan Coogler’s highly acclaimed film. The movie continues to make history with its July 4 release on Max, becoming the first film on the platform
Sean “Diddy” Combs got a standing ovation from fellow inmates when the music mogul returned to jail after winning acquittals on potential life-in-prison charges, providing what his lawyer says might have been the best thing he could do for incarcerated Black men in America. “They all said: ‘We never get to
Camp Mystic says it is “grieving the loss” of 27 campers and counselors as the search continued Monday for victims of catastrophic Texas flooding over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The statement adds another layer of heartbreak to the devastating flooding that sent a wall of water through the century-old summer camp.
by Daniel Johnson July 7, 2025 An expert said Black women often serve as an early warning sign for the wider workforce. The general unemployment rate has been steady during the past year for every group of workers — every group of workers that is, except for Black women, which
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman July 7, 2025 Striking a balanced use of AI can help one stand out best in the evolving job market. As employers shift toward AI in their hiring processes, job seekers should take heed of the changes. According to a study conducted by recruiting agency Kelly Services,
Juanita Moore is finally getting her flowers. A new documentary, A Star Without a Star, tells the story of the legendary actress whose groundbreaking career in Hollywood helped pave the way for generations of Black performers, despite never receiving the full recognition she deserved. Now available on DVD and all
by Daniel Johnson July 6, 2025 The National Hockey League’s draft highlighted increasing diversity within the sport as a record number of players of color were drafted. The National Hockey League’s recent draft highlighted increasing diversity within the sport, marking a notable shift in a league where, just three years
by Daniel Johnson July 6, 2025 The group first began to build buzz with their rapping career in 2016. China Walker, one half of the rap duo Cam & China, died on July 2 after a nearly two-year long battle with a rare, aggressive form of ovarian cancer at the
by Ahsan Washington July 6, 2025 They are not plucking’ around Who knew July 6 was National Fried Chicken Day? Not only is today the perfect day to pull up to your favorite spot and order a proper two-piece, it represents far more than food—it embodies a culinary art that
Jeffrey Bell watched as crews dug up and replaced neighbors’ lead water pipes, hoping his mother’s house would be next. Workers told him it wasn’t on their list but probably assigned to another contractor. With Flint’s lead pipe replacement program winding down this year, Bell and his elderly mother worried the home
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman July 7, 2025 The movie continues to make history Sinners has finally made its streaming debut for everyone at home to watch Ryan Coogler’s highly acclaimed film. The movie continues to make history with its July 4 release on Max, becoming the first film on the platform
Sean “Diddy” Combs got a standing ovation from fellow inmates when the music mogul returned to jail after winning acquittals on potential life-in-prison charges, providing what his lawyer says might have been the best thing he could do for incarcerated Black men in America. “They all said: ‘We never get to
Camp Mystic says it is “grieving the loss” of 27 campers and counselors as the search continued Monday for victims of catastrophic Texas flooding over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The statement adds another layer of heartbreak to the devastating flooding that sent a wall of water through the century-old summer camp.
by Daniel Johnson July 7, 2025 An expert said Black women often serve as an early warning sign for the wider workforce. The general unemployment rate has been steady during the past year for every group of workers — every group of workers that is, except for Black women, which
by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman July 7, 2025 Striking a balanced use of AI can help one stand out best in the evolving job market. As employers shift toward AI in their hiring processes, job seekers should take heed of the changes. According to a study conducted by recruiting agency Kelly Services,
Juanita Moore is finally getting her flowers. A new documentary, A Star Without a Star, tells the story of the legendary actress whose groundbreaking career in Hollywood helped pave the way for generations of Black performers, despite never receiving the full recognition she deserved. Now available on DVD and all
by Daniel Johnson July 6, 2025 The National Hockey League’s draft highlighted increasing diversity within the sport as a record number of players of color were drafted. The National Hockey League’s recent draft highlighted increasing diversity within the sport, marking a notable shift in a league where, just three years
by Daniel Johnson July 6, 2025 The group first began to build buzz with their rapping career in 2016. China Walker, one half of the rap duo Cam & China, died on July 2 after a nearly two-year long battle with a rare, aggressive form of ovarian cancer at the
by Ahsan Washington July 6, 2025 They are not plucking’ around Who knew July 6 was National Fried Chicken Day? Not only is today the perfect day to pull up to your favorite spot and order a proper two-piece, it represents far more than food—it embodies a culinary art that