Civil rights activist Hazel Nell Dukes, who served as president of the NAACP New York State Conference and a member of the National Board of Directors, passed away at the age of 92.
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Posted inHealth
Heart disease still the leading cause of U.S. deaths
According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death among Americans, with nearly 2,500 people dying from it every day. The disease is also more prevalent among Black men and women, who have higher rates of high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes.
Posted inTransportation
Red Line and other transit projects face tough odds this spring
Maryland lawmakers are putting transit priorities, including Baltimore’s Red Line, on hold due to bleak federal funding prospects and a search for savings in the state budget, while some lawmakers argue that investing in transit is essential for economic growth and rural transit agencies are struggling to provide reliable service.
Posted inCollege
Coppin State University celebrates 125 years during 2025 Homecoming events
Coppin State University celebrated its 125th anniversary with a slew of events, including a homecoming game, a worship service, and the unveiling of portraits of past presidents, all highlighted by Roe Vision, a graduate of Morgan State University.
Posted inTV and Film
‘We Need Joy’: Black community sounds the alarm after MSNBC leadership cancels ‘The ReidOut’
Members of the Black community gathered in support of political commentator Joy Reid, whose award-winning MSNBC show, “The ReidOut,” was recently cancelled, and was the first Black woman to anchor a primetime cable news show.
Posted inHealth
Legislation aims to bridge heart health disparities and improve outcomes for all
The HEARTS Act and the Congenital Heart Futures Reauthorization Act of 2024 are two key pieces of legislation aimed at enhancing cardiovascular health across the United States, particularly in marginalized communities, by promoting education, training, and access to care.
Posted inNational News
The National Business League Celebrates 125th Anniversary Reaffirming Commitment to Black Economic Freedom
The National Business League has launched “The Black Economic Freedom Movement” to digitize 1 million Black Business Enterprises by 2028, aiming to strengthen the nation’s first and oldest Black business organization with an ultra-modern digital ecosystem, facilitating direct connections among Black businesses and creating a formidable economic force.
Posted inHealth
A time to grieve: Loss is often heavy on the heart
Grief is a natural emotional response to loss, encompassing feelings of sadness, anger, guilt, and despair, and can manifest differently for each person, often causing physical and emotional challenges.
Posted inAfro Briefs
Economic blackout: Will a 24-hour boycott make a difference?
The People\’s Union USA is encouraging U.S. residents to abstain from spending money on Feb. 28 as an act of economic resistance to protest the influence of billionaires, big corporations, and both major political parties on the lives of working Americans.
Posted inAfro Briefs
After recovering from heart failure related to pregnancy, she went on to game show glory
Cheryl Stokes, CEO of a leadership development business, shares her experience with peripartum cardiomyopathy, a rare condition in which the heart muscle weakens during or right after pregnancy, and how she learned to take better care of herself and her family.
Posted inBUSINESS
Target caught in DEI crossfire as lawsuits and boycotts mount
Target Corporation has faced financial consequences, community backlash, and legal challenges after scaling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and withdrawing its Pride Month merchandise, prompting boycotts and economic pressure from civil rights groups.
Posted inNational News
Kamala Harris receives prestigious Chairman’s prize at NAACP Image Awards
Former Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a message of resilience and unity during her acceptance of the NAACP Chairman’s Award, urging people to hold onto their faith during the tenure of President Donald Trump.