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County to Spray in Rolando Area for Mosquitoes to Reduce Risk of West Nile Virus
County Vector Control truck treatments will use AquaDuet—a pesticide approved by the Environmental Protection Agency that poses low risks to…
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Following the illegal bombing in Iran, impeachment is the only answer
By D.C. Representative Oye Owolewa President Donald Trump carried out an unconstitutional act of war on June 21 without Congressional…
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Supporting moms: The vital role families play before, during and after birth
Pregnancy is not a solo journey—it’s one that families can profoundly impact by offering emotional, structural and hands-on support. From…
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At the intersection of mental health and drug abuse
Black Americans are disproportionately affected by mental health issues and substance abuse, with untreated mental health struggles leading to substance…
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Youth-Focused Restore Games Scheduled for July 11 at Birmingham CrossPlex
The Birmingham Times The City of Birmingham and the law enforcement community are gearing up for the Restore Games July…
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Birmingham Opens BOLD Funding Which Has Provided $5.4 Million to Dozens of Local Groups
birminghamal.gov The City of Birmingham on Monday began inviting proposals for its 2026-2027 Building Opportunities for Lasting Development (BOLD) funding…
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Birmingham’s Kenya Buchanan: A Creative Pioneer with a Heart for Giving
By Jordyn Davis | For The Birmingham Times If you were to visit local fashion designer Kenya Buchanan’s website or…
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California’s New Landscaping Rules: You May Soon Be Required to Fire-Proof Your Yard
California homeowners are facing uncertainty as the state's Zone 0 law, which requires property owners to create an "ember-resistant zone"…
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Can College Prep Programs Survive Trump’s War on DEI?
By Aaricka Washington | Word In Black Overview: The Education Department has warned colleges that they will lose funding for any…
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Pell Grants Facing $9 Billion Program Cut
By Charlene Crowell | Trice Edney Wire (TriceEdneyWire.com) – Each year approximately 7 million college students benefit from Pell Grants, a…
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Dr. James Fisher, Champion For Justice And Inclusion, Passes
Dr. James Adolphus Fisher, a pioneering historian of Black California and advocate for social justice, passed away at 82, leaving…
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Carrousels National Convention Celebrates Sisterhood, Joy In Sacramento
The Carrousels Inc. held their 59th annual national convention in Sacramento, CA, where they celebrated their legacy, made donations to…
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Sac County Approves $8.9B Budget, Authorizes Sheriff Military Equipment
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved an $8.9 billion budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, providing funding for the…
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Oakland Post: Week of July 2- 8, 2025
The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of July 2 - 8, 2025 The post Oakland Post: Week…
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160 Years After Juneteenth 1865
By R.L. Byrd “By May 8, 2025, 106,000 Black women lost their jobs, including me,” a somber and visibly shaken…
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Amid Juneteenth Celebrations, DMV Area Honors Black Baseball Legacy
The Washington Nationals celebrated Juneteenth by honoring legendary Negro Leagues player Josh Gibson, discussing the importance of preserving Black baseball…
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After the Parades: As Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies Surge, Advocates Emphasize Pride Beyond June
LGBTQ+ advocates are calling for year-round support and activism to continue the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and equity, as the…
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Jammin’, Eat Cue’ Dominate Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle
Thousands of people gathered at the 33rd Annual Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle on Pennsylvania Avenue NW to enjoy good…
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D.C.’s AWS Summit Attracts Thousands to Its Workshops and Expo
Thousands attended the AWS Summit in Washington, D.C. to learn about the benefits of cloud computing and AI, including Renee…
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UDC to Offer Concentration in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
The University of the District of Columbia will offer a concentration in artificial intelligence and robotics in the fall, supported…
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Crew’s Control: Atlanta United remain winless on the road after 3-1 loss in Columbus
COLUMBUS, OH -Another match on the road, another loss for Atlanta United. The Five Stripes flew to Columbus on Wednesday…
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T&T – Increase Security at International Airport
Trinidad’s Police Commissioner, Allister Guevarro, said violence does not respect borders, terminals, or time zones as the police announced increased…
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Jamaica to Petition King Charles III on Reparations, Says Minister Grange
Kingston, Jamaica — Jamaica is preparing to formally petition King Charles III, the island’s de facto head of state, to…
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PJ Patterson Calls for Africa-Caribbean Economic Revolution
Nassau, Bahamas — Former Jamaican Prime Minister P.J. Patterson has issued a bold call for a transformative economic alliance between…
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Pride 2025: Black LGBTQ+ Californians lean on each other
Natasha Hooper, a poet and event host in San Diego, said she is commemorating LGBTQ+ Pride Month by honoring Black…
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