The Trump administration is ordering the removal of information on slavery at multiple national parks in an effort to scrub them of “corrosive ideology,” while young Black leaders like Tennessee state Rep. Justin Pearson are challenging older incumbents in the U.S. House to preserve the story of the Black experience and defend human dignity.
Author Archives: St. Louis American
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Churches Helping Region Recover, as Some Deal with Destruction
Churches and community organizations in St. Louis are coming together to provide immediate assistance to families affected by the tornado, while some churches are also encouraging people to read the Bible cover-to-cover.
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Brain Aneurysms a Silent Killer in Black Community
LaLa Speaks Foundation was created by Jazzie Ford in honor of her daughter Jacqueline Rhone, who died from a brain aneurysm, a silent killer that affects Black Americans at a higher rate than other ethnic groups.
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A Book Club for Kids with Sickle Cell Disease
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital partnered with Eye See Me African American Bookstore to provide children with books featuring characters that represent their culture and experiences, promoting literacy as part of their approach to pediatric care.
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New Blood Test Approved for Colorectal Cancer Screenings
By JoAnn Weaver Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in the U.S., even though it can be successfully treated if caught early. The American Cancer Society […]