Author: Unite News

by Mary Spiller August 30, 2025 Marin County developer, Dietrick Burks, says local officials deliberately slowed his floating home projects because he’s Black. A Black real estate investor is suing Marin County, California, and its chief building official, claiming he was subjected to unfair permitting hurdles because of his race.

by Ida Harris August 30, 2025 New Edition’s Ron Devoe sat down to discuss the proud moment. On the heels of celebrating the 40-year legacy with a monumental, 31-city Legacy Tour back in 2023, the six members of New Edition—Ronnie, Bobby, Ricky, and Mike, and of course Ralph Tresvant and

by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors August 30, 2025 Rising tariffs and trade enforcement are reshaping the economics of international e-commerce. For brands importing into the U.S. and shipping globally, duty costs have climbed significantly—especially with reciprocal tariffs and de minimis exemptions phasing out, which once allowed duty-free treatment on low-value imports.

by Kandiss Edwards August 30, 2025 More than 3,500 families in the Metro Atlanta area will see a total of $10 million in debt cleared this week thanks to the Atlanta Dream. More than 3,500 families in the Metro Atlanta area will see a total of $10 million in debt

by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors August 30, 2025 Over the past few months, fewer families are showing up for care: Immigration enforcement has ramped up, and immigration policies have rapidly changed. Both Maggi and the families who rely on her — some of whom are immigrants — no longer feel safe.

by Sharelle B. McNair August 30, 2025 Schools across the nation, including historically Black colleges and universities, are stepping up to address hazing accusations. A free speech advocacy group claims that the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s (UTC) decision to pause the activities of fraternities and sororities may violate students’

by Kandiss Edwards August 30, 2025 After 157 years, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution will publish its final print newspaper edition on Dec. 31 After 157 years, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution will publish its final print newspaper edition on Dec. 31 The legacy institution will transition to a fully digital news platform in

by Keka Araújo August 29, 2025 By addressing these policy gaps, the nation can establish a framework that genuinely supports the health of all mothers and their children, shifting its mindset from one of survival to one of equitable action. The United States’ approach to maternal and infant health is

by Sharelle B. McNair August 29, 2025 Morgan State leaders hope the grant will help strengthen Maryland’s healthcare workforce as the Association of American Medical Colleges predicts a shortage of 48,000 primary care physicians by 2034. Thanks to receiving a $1.75M grant, Morgan State University could be opening a new

by Kandiss Edwards August 29, 2025 Octavius “Ted” Reid III will join an ‘XCEL Summit For Men’ panel to discuss how to build financial acumen and lead to generational wealth. At the 2025 XCEL Summit For Men, taking place from Oct. 15 to 17, Octavius “Ted” Reid III will join