April Ryan, a long-time Washington, D.C. journalist, has joined Black Press USA as Washington Bureau Chief and Senior White House Correspondent, continuing her legacy of excellence in journalism.
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Posted inNational News
Richard Parsons, esteemed corporate leader and jazz enthusiast, dies at 76
Richard Dean Parsons, a distinguished leader in corporate America known for his roles at Time Warner and Citigroup, died at his Manhattan home at the age of 76 after complications from multiple myeloma.
Posted inPolitics
PRESS ROOM: Clyburn, Pressley, Scanlon, colleagues urge Biden to use clemency power to address mass incarceration before leaving office
Congressman James E. Clyburn, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, and Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon have written a letter to President Biden urging him to use his executive clemency power to reunite families, address injustices in the legal system, and end mass incarceration.
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Magic meets culture: Tiana’s Bayou Adventure brings joy to Disneyland
Disneyland has opened New Orleans Square and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, a new attraction inspired by the film “The Princess and the Frog”, which celebrates the music and culture of New Orleans and emphasizes the shared love for food as a way to bridge gaps and connect people.
Posted inPOLITICS
Biden calls for unity in post-election speech from the Rose Garden
President Joe Biden delivered a speech in the Rose Garden, pledging to ensure a peaceful and orderly transition of power and acknowledging the integrity of the American electoral system.
Posted inPOLITICS
And the award for most treasonous act goes to…
The J6 Awards Gala, which was set to honor convicted criminals from the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol, has been postponed due to “scheduling conflicts” with invited guest speakers.
Posted inNational News
Chicago becomes a fortress as Democratic National Convention begins amid heightened security
Chicago has implemented stringent security measures for the Democratic National Convention, including road closures, security barriers, and tamper-evident manhole covers, to ensure the safety of the event and its high-profile attendees.
Posted inHealth
Study explores racial bias in language used by physicians in medical records
A study found that physicians’ notes for Black and Hispanic patients contained significantly more negative adjectives, which may have impacted the quality of care, and that systemic changes in medical training and EHR utilization are needed to reduce these disparities.
Posted inNational News
HUD announces significant policy changes to aid homeless vets
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced policy changes to ensure that veterans receiving service-connected disability benefits are not ineligible for supportive housing projects, and has awarded $20 million to public housing agencies to improve the HUD-VASH program.
Posted inCivil Rights
Historic victory for Black farmers: $2 billion in relief payments announced
After decades of advocacy, Black farmers are now receiving payments from the $2.2 billion Discrimination Financial Assistance Program, a victory that marks a significant step towards addressing racial discrimination in USDA farm lending practices.
Posted in2024 Elections
Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign surges with key endorsements and record-breaking fundraising
Vice President Kamala Harris has received significant endorsements and financial support, solidifying her position as the leading Democratic contender for the 2024 presidential election.
Posted inHBCU
America’s high school students to descend upon Walt Disney World Resort for HBCU Week Foundation College Fair in October
Walt Disney World Resort is hosting the HBCU Week Foundation College Fair for the second time, with over 8,000 high school students expected to attend and over $11 million in scholarships to be awarded.