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April 6, 2025

Daily Update​s

Black Americans Report Negative Media Coverage

A Pew Research Center study reveals that nearly two-thirds of Black adults perceive news about Black people as more negative compared to other racial groups. Additionally, 57% believe media coverage only highlights certain segments of Black communities, indicating a need for more comprehensive and balanced reporting.

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Massive Anti-Trump Protests Sweep Across the U.S.

In a powerful display of civic unrest, over 500,000 Americans took to the streets in cities across the country for the nationwide “Hands Off!” protests, signaling a massive wave of resistance against President Trump’s policies on healthcare, social services, and immigration. The protests, which erupted in major metropolitan areas and

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Senator Cory Booker Breaks Speaking Record

In a powerful display of conviction, Senator Cory Booker made history by delivering a 25-hour, 5-minute speech on the Senate floor, breaking the record for the longest individual address in U.S. Senate history. Speaking without pause, Booker called out policies from President Donald Trump that he believes threaten women, immigrants,

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THE 18TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

The 18th congressional district includes most of the inner-city of Houston, including downtown since its inception in 1972. The 18th congressional district has voted for most of the Democratic candidates since 1972. Initially, the 18th congressional district was first represented by the dynamic effervescent Barbara Jordan, the first Black woman

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National News

It has often been said that history repeats itself, but for Black America, it isn’t just a saying—it’s a lived reality that has stretched across centuries. From the chains of slavery to the cages of mass incarceration, from the brutality of Jim Crow to the quiet violence of voter suppression, the forms may change,...

Entertainment

Keke Palmer, well-known actress, singer, and television personality, recently invited Johnathan Majors as a guest on her popular podcast. However, the decision to feature Majors

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HOUSTON – A Houston man is charged with engaging in organized criminal activity for stealing nearly $500,000 worth of backup-power generators by scamming 30 distributors

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[Photo: (Senate Television via AP)] Senator Cory Booker, a prominent figure in American politics, has made headlines once again. This time, it’s not for his

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Synthetic Hair Cancer

Recent studies show that synthetic braid hair has harmful chemicals which have been linked to cancer. For many Black people, synthetic hair is a go-to

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Black Press and Black Church Unity Targeting TARGET

For over 198 years the Black Press and the Black Church have joined together for causes of freedom, justice, equality, equity, and empowerment. Today

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GEORGE FOREMAN PASSES AT 76

By:NBC News George Foreman, world heavyweight boxing champion and Olympic gold medalist who later became an entrepreneur known for the indoor grills that bore his

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NNPA MOURNS THE LOSS OF PUBLISHER AL THOMAS, PUBLISHER, SOUTH JERSEY JOURNAL

NNPA extends condolences to the family and friends of Al Thomas, distinguished publisher of the South Jersey Journal and Bridgeton Journal. The story was published

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AFFORDABLE FOR WHO

By: Travis McGee All across our city we often hear the term “Affordable Housing” and you also see so- called affordable hous- ing projects thrown

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Houston United for Justice Rally, Sunday March 2nd, 3PM, Houston City Hall

We are inviting the public and diverse leaders and organizations to protest. The protest will be held at Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby on Sunday, March 2nd at

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The 18th congressional district includes most of the inner-city of Houston, including downtown since its inception in 1972. The 18th congressional district has voted for

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Education

By: Marcia Johnson On April 10, 2025, the Earl Carl Institute at TSU will recognize individuals and organizations that have greatly impacted lives. The award

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Business

By Taalib Saber, attorney and owner of The Saber Firm   As Black History Month reminds us of our legacy of resilience and economic power,

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