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Published on May 23, 2025

National grant boosts AME Zion Church of Kingston’s plans to preserve and restore its historic building

The sanctuary of the AME Zion Church of Kingston. (Photos by Susan DeMark) The names on its windowsill plaques are of Kingston’s foundational black families. Its baptismal font was given in memory of George Henry Sharpe, a general whose pioneering intel …

Source: Hudson Valley One - New York - Neutral
Published on May 23, 2025

Did George Floyd Protesters Miss Their Moment For Change?

Outrage over George Floyd's killing by police catapulted Black Lives Matter into one of the largest protest movements in US history, with angry crowds chanting the slogan at rallies from Los Angeles to Washington. But five years on, the protesters are …

Source: International Business Times - Center-left
Published on May 23, 2025

What’s The Speak Of Your Nation? : NPR

Politics Right this moment: Information, Evaluation & Debate Throughout the Spectrum NEAL CONAN, HOST: That is TALK OF THE NATION. I am Neal Conan, in Washington. Each day on this program, we attempt to tackle the discuss of the nation, a very powerful …

Source: Savannah Herald - Georgia - Pending
Published on May 22, 2025

Black Women-Led Firm Revitalizes Milwaukee’s Historic Bronzeville One Building At A Time

Meet the Black woman-led real estate development firm that's working to rebuild Milwaukee's historic Bronzeville community. Maures Development Group, one of Wisconsin’s first Black women-owned real estate development firms, is celebrating the …

Source: Black Enterprise - Pending
Published on May 22, 2025

Government job cuts have disproportionate effect on Black federal workers

May 22, 2025 | 2:39 PM By Mitchell Hartman/Marketplace The US Capitol building is seen on a cold and sunny winter day as Congress is in session in Washington on December 29, 2020. - US President Donald Trump lashed out at the Republican leadership in …

Source: WITF - Pennsylvania - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 22, 2025

Quindaro Townsite gets recommendation for National Historic Landmark status by Parks Service

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - The preservation of the Quindaro Townsite in Kansas City has now been propelled with a recommendation for National Historic Landmark designation. The National Park Service announced on Thursday, May 22, that its National Historic …

Source: KCTV 5 - Missouri - Neutral
Published on May 22, 2025

The Met Fails to Honor Lorna Simpson as an Exceptional Painter

Lorna Simpson’s paintings draw you right in, their rich blue tones washing over you like a cresting wave. From far away, her largest paintings, measuring nearly 10 feet tall, can appear cool, even a little foreboding, but upon closer inspection, they offer …

Source: Art in America - Neutral
Published on May 22, 2025

RESILIENCE AND INNOVATION IN THE AI REVOLUTION

Writer Dr. Loretta H. Cheeks, Ph.D. In April 2025, the film Sinners captivated audiences worldwide, earning widespread acclaim for its fearless genre-blending and celebration of Black artistry. More than entertainment, the film offered a powerful counter- …

Source: Arizona Informant - Pending
Published on May 22, 2025

Environmental Racism Lawsuit In Louisiana’s Majority Black ‘Cancer Alley’ Proceeds

A federal court of appeals reviewed and approved a civil rights lawsuit filed by Louisiana residents involved in local community organizations regarding the placement of petrochemical facilities. According to The Associated Press, St. James Parish is a …

Source: Blavity - Left-wing
Published on May 22, 2025

Following government orders, IU eliminates DEI programs

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Source: Indiana Public Media - Pending
Published on May 22, 2025

As Republicans ram through Trump’s Medicaid cuts, critics predict: ‘People will die’

Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., points to the U.S. Capitol as she slams Trump's 'big beautiful bill' of Medicaid and tax cuts on May 20. | @RepRashida via X WASHINGTON—By just a single vote early Thursday morning, the MAGA-dominated House passed …

Source: People's World - Left-wing
Published on May 22, 2025

Chelsea shul to screen film about Black-Jewish alliances

Shared Legacies: the African-American – Jewish Civil Rights Alliance, will be presented by Chelsea’s Walnut Street Synagogue on Sunday, June 8 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This 95-minute documentary explores the Black-Jewish collaboration during the civil rights …

Source: Jewish Journal - Massachusetts - Indeterminate
Published on May 22, 2025

George Floyd’s 2020 murder promised a ‘racial reckoning.’ Instead, we got Trump

Five years ago this Sunday came the nine minutes and 29 seconds that changed the world. Or so it seemed at the time. On May 25, 2020, and for weeks after, the viral video of white Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin murdering George Floyd by pressing …

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Pennsylvania - Center-left
Published on May 22, 2025

Eve Hill — Honoring A Winner

Circa 2007 As executive director of the Disability Rights Legal Center (DRLC), Eve Hill has won countless battles for the disability community. But this time she gets the gold star: The Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles (WLALA) recently honored her …

Source: ABILITY Magazine - Neutral
Published on May 22, 2025

Elegance Met Urgency at This Year’s Gordon Parks Foundation Gala

Earlier this week, the Gordon Parks Foundation Annual Gala returned to Cipriani 42nd Street to celebrate the indelible legacy of Gordon Parks, the trailblazing photographer whose lens captured the soul of the Black American experience. This year’s gala …

Source: The New York Observer - Pending
Published on May 22, 2025

Montgomery Mayor Steven L. Reed Receives 2025 D3 Leadership in Diversity Award from National Urban League

The National Urban League announced that City of Montgomery Mayor Steven L. Reed is the recipient of the 2025 D3 Leadership in Diversity Award. The award was presented to Mayor Reed during the Defend Democracy, Demand Diversity, Defeat Poverty (D3) …

Source: WVAS FM 90.7 - Alabama - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 22, 2025

The Echo Project in Alexandria

In a sunlit living room in Alexandria, the furniture has been pushed aside to make room for a semi-circle of folding chairs. Teenagers sip from mismatched mugs, notebooks in their laps, while a low table is covered in printed speeches, paperback novels, …

Source: Alexandria Gazette Packet - Virginia - Pending
Published on May 22, 2025

Orange High School teacher to receive Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Award

PEPPER PIKE, Ohio – Orange High School teacher LeShun “Ship” Collins says his eyes filled with tears when he learned that he had been selected to receive the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Award by the National Education Association (NEA). “It’s just …

Source: Cleveland.com - Ohio - Neutral
Published on May 6, 2025

13 EPA civil rights complaints, including one targeting poultry farm pollution, in limbo

What a difference you’d make – for as little as $5/month. Investigative journalism doesn’t just happen behind a desk. It happens in the field, where our reporters uncover the stories that matter most. Your $5/month makes a real impact — supporting …

Source: Investigate Midwest - Pending

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 23:47 GMT

Juneteenth & Black Inventors: Celebrating Freedom Through Innovation

"Explore how Black inventors transformed freedom into innovation, honoring Juneteenth through groundbreaking achievements and discoveries." BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Black Inventors Museum Presents …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 15:46 GMT

Black American Gen Zers Use Social Media to Stay Connected to Entertainment, News, and Brands

3 in 4 Black Gen Z consumers use social media apps every day or almost every day, with YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram being their top-used platforms. IRVING, TX, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Social media is a powerful …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 15:48 GMT

Caring For Others’ CEO Presented Honorary Doctor of Humane Letter by The Interdenominational Theological Center

Nonprofit CEO Eslene Richmond-Shockley honored at ITC 2025 Commencement Ceremony ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Caring For Others, a 501c3 with a mission of eradicating poverty, is excited to announce that Mrs. …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 18:29 GMT

Seattle Artist Transforms Memory of 'Ghetto Food Culture' Into Powerful Commentary on Food Justice and Cultural Survival

Visual artist Deycha Nhtae's commissioned work explores how marginalized communities create sustenance and identity when industrial food systems fail them SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Southeast D.C. …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 18:57 GMT

Melanin in May® Festival Continues Mission to Rebuild Black Communities Through Art, Culture, and Commerce

A Free Festival with a Purpose—Uplifting Black-Owned Businesses, Artists, and Communities Through Culture, Commerce, and Collective Empowerment INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the city of Indianapolis …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

PINELLAS COUNTY URBAN LEAGUE BRINGS VIRAL MUSIC SENSATION 803 FRESH-BOOTS ON THE GROUND TO TAMPA BAY

Pinellas County Urban League Presents Southern Soul Boots on the Ground Benefit Concert Featuring Viral Music Sensation 803 Fresh ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pinellas County Urban League (PCUL) proudly …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 17:36 GMT

BLACK COWBOY EXCELLENCE CELEBRATED IN FORT WORTH AS BILL PICKETT INVITATIONAL RODEO CROWNS NEW CHAMPIONS

BPIR in collaboration with PBR proudly concluded the second stop of its 2025 Texas Connection Series on Saturday, May 17, at Fort Worth’s Cowtown Coliseum FORT WORTH, TX, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Bill Pickett …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 17:13 GMT

BroadStage Presents Santa Monica International Jazz Festival 2026

BroadStage announces the inaugural Santa Monica International Jazz Festival, set to take place in the Spring of 2026. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BroadStage, in collaboration with Stanley Clarke, Artistic Director …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

El Molcajete Celebrates Authentic Mexican Cuisine and Cultural Pride

El Molcajete offers a true cultural experience for its customers. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El Molcajete, a beloved Mexican restaurant, proudly honors the cultural importance of authentic Mexican food. El …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Tori Martin’s Free-Spirited New Single, 'Cowgirls Ride,' Out Today

Country Evolution Premiered Earlier This Week FORT WORTH, TX, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LuckySky Music recording artist Tori Martin’s powerful new single, the up-tempo anthem “Cowgirls Ride,” hits radio today. Following its …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 04:00 GMT

RMPStudio™ Announces Former Radio City Rockette Transforms Career Redirecting Concussion #1 Bestselling Spiritual Memoir

From the Rockettes stage to spiritual awakening, Gina Pero's bestselling memoir reveals how a concussion became the catalyst for divine purpose. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RMPStudio™ Announces Former …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 00:02 GMT

New Insights Released on Evolving Role of Real Estate Agents in the Age of Algorithms

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a rapidly evolving marketplace where algorithms rule search engines and AI chatbots dominate first impressions, the question real estate professionals must ask themselves is …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 23:44 GMT

Preventive Pest Control’s K9 Teams Lead the Charge in Bed Bug Detection Across Las Vegas

Preventive Pest Control uses certified K9 teams in Las Vegas for fast, accurate bed bug detection, revolutionizing pest control across homes and businesses. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the growing …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 23:29 GMT

Sunday Rugby Showdown: RFCLA Hosts Miami Sharks at The Great Park, OC

RFCLA hosts Miami Sharks this Sunday, May 25 at The Great Park, OC in a pivotal home match with major playoff implications. Kickoff set for 3 PM. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The final sprint to the MLR …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 23:28 GMT

ACHS Welcomes My Vinyasa Practice as a New Marketplace Partner

ACHS partners with My Vinyasa Practice to expand wellness education access & offer exclusive benefits that support holistic health careers & lifelong learning. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 10:27 GMT

La 4.ª Conferencia de Desarrollo Turístico de Hunan se celebrará en Yueyang, Hunan, del 24 al 26 de mayo

YUEYANG, China, May 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- La ceremonia de apertura y la conferencia de promoción del turismo cultural de la 4.ª Conferencia de Desarrollo Turístico de Hunan arrancarán en la plaza Baling de Yueyang, Hunan, la noche del 25 de mayo. …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 10:27 GMT

La 4e Conférence sur le développement du tourisme du Hunan se tiendra à Yueyang, dans le Hunan, du 24 au 26 mai

YUEYANG, Chine, 24 mai 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- La cérémonie d’ouverture et la conférence de promotion du tourisme culturel de la 4e Conférence sur le développement du tourisme du Hunan débuteront sur la place Baling à Yueyang, dans le Hunan, dans la …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 10:27 GMT

Die 4. Hunan-Konferenz zur Tourismusentwicklung findet vom 24. bis 26. Mai in Yueyang, Hunan, statt

YUEYANG, China, May 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Die Eröffnungszeremonie und die Konferenz zur Förderung des Kulturtourismus der 4. Hunan-Konferenz zur Tourismusentwicklung werden am Abend des 25. Mai auf dem Baling-Platz in Yueyang, Hunan, beginnen. Unter …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 21:54 GMT

Mahdi Theater Acclaimed Stage Play 'Bronzeville The Musical' Set for ENCORE at NYC Legendary Apollo Theater Sunday 5/25

A Soul-Stirring Tribute to Faith, Legacy, and Courage Highlighting the Rich History of Bronzeville, Chicago. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to DONYC.com describes "The play is a thought provoking …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 21:46 GMT

'Draw Me As' Launches to Instantly Turn Selfies Into AI Art – No Signup, No Subscriptions

New web app offers instant AI-generated illustrations from photos in dozens of styles — private, fast, and pay-as-you-go. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new web app, Draw Me As, is now live at https://drawme.io, …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 20:52 GMT

Sedona International Film Festival Considers Move to Cultural Park for New Sedona Cinema Arts Center

Sedona Film Festival may move to Cultural Park to build new Sedona Cinema Arts Center and expand its year-round programming. SEDONA , AZ, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sedona International Film Festival (SIFF) is …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 20:32 GMT

New Book ‘The Healthiest Human’ Offers Science-Based Guide to Optimal Wellness

“The Healthiest Human: The Guide to Optimal Health and Wellness” by Guy Millward Now Available on Amazon and Digital Platforms UNITED KINGDOM, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “The Healthiest Human: The Guide to Optimal Health and Wellness,” a new …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 20:17 GMT

MAD APPLE BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL CELEBRATES THREE YEARS AT NEW YORK-NEW YORK HOTEL & CASINO

A Spectacular Surprise Performance Brought Big Apple Magic to the Las Vegas Strip LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- – Mad Apple by Cirque du Soleil is marking a major milestone by reaching three years of …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

An Open Letter to Sheinelle Jones at the Today Show from End Brain Cancer Initiative’s Founder, Dellann Elliott Mydland

An Open Letter to Sheinelle Jones at the Today Show from End Brain Cancer Initiative’s Founder, Dellann Elliott Mydland REDMOND, WA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Contact: Dellann Elliott Mydland, 425-785-8489, Dellann@ …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 19:44 GMT

RAP SNACKS FOUNDER AND CEO JAMES LINDSAY ANNOUNCES THE BRAND WILL NOW BE AVAILABLE ON DOORDASH

RAP SNACKS AND DOORDASH TEAM UP WITH DASHMART TO BRING RAP SNACKS DIRECTLY TO YOUR DOOR MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rap Snacks Founder and CEO James Lindsay announces the popular brand will be available on DoorDash. …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 19:21 GMT

Former Intelligence Operative Turns Award-Winning Thriller Author

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From tracking spies across Europe to crafting page-turning thrillers, Andrew Ceroni has transformed his background in counterespionage into a successful literary career that continues to …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 19:15 GMT

Ascend in Motion Expands Group Airport Transfers with Mercedes-Benz Sprinters and Hybrid Toyota Sienna

Premium LAX Car Service Offers Eco-Friendly and Reliable Alternatives for Group and Family Travelers LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ascend in Motion, a licensed and commercially insured LAX car service …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 18:56 GMT

Veteran-Owned Old GOAT Home Inspections Expands Team to Meet Growing Demand in Washington State

KITSAP, WA, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Old GOAT Home Inspections, a veteran-owned home inspection company serving Washington's Kitsap, Mason, Jefferson, and Pierce counties, announces the expansion of its team with the addition …

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