April 20, 2025

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Jury Selection Continues in the Case of the Officer Who Caused Death of George Floyd

NNPA NEWSWIRE — To convict Chauvin of second-degree murder, Ellison and his team must prove the former officer caused Floyd’s death by creating an unreasonable...

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Biden to Direct States, Tribes and Territories to Open Vaccinations to All Adults by May 1

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “If we do our part, if we do this together, by July 4, there’s a good chance you, your families, and friends...

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COMMENTARY: Blacks are sitting ducks after Gov. Abbott lifts mask mandate

By: Roy Douglas Malonson Greg Abbott has lost his damn mind! The Texas governor announced this week that Texas will be reopening at 100...

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IN MEMORIAM: Vernon Jordan dead at 85

Vernon Eulion Jordan Jr., a renowned civil rights activist and former adviser to President Bill Clinton died Monday at the age of 85....

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COMMENTARY: The Corrupt GOP pursuit of power

Lack of God-conscience is the spiritual root cause of the socio-economic-political problems plaguing American society....

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Houston’s 1st Black City Secretary

Patricia Jefferson Daniel has been selected to serve as the City Secretary in Houston, marking the first time an African American has been chosen for...

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TSU receives $8.63 million grant for minority health research center

Texas Southern University (TSU), one of the nationâs largest HBCUs, is on a mission to address racial health inequities and recently received a 5-year, $8.63...