Sweet Brown’s video about escaping a fire and the importance of letting go of unhealthy situations and people was a reminder to focus on the future and bigger picture, as stated in Philippians 3:13-14.
Category: Opinion
Posted inCulture
Ernie “Mr. Cub” Banks: The Legacy of Booker T. Washington High School and Dallas’ Freedman’s Town
Ernie “Mr. Cub” Banks, born in Dallas’ Short North Dallas neighborhood, is the first Black player in the Chicago Cubs and won numerous accolades throughout his career, including 11-time National League All-Star, National League MVP in 1958 and 1959, and having his uniform number 14 retired by the team in 1982.
Posted inPolitics
The Federal Freeze & How Trump Played In Our Faces
President Trump’s attempt to freeze federal funding has been temporarily blocked by judges, but the impact on American life is still unclear, affecting initiatives such as education, healthcare, and entrepreneurship.
Posted inWord In Black
Finding Racial Healing in an HBCU Sanctuary
Spelman College student is reporting on racial healing efforts on campus, highlighting the importance of honest conversations about race and identity, and the need to dismantle systemic racism.
Posted inHealth
Heart Disease Still the Leading Cause of U.S. Deaths
Heart disease and stroke remain the leading causes of death in the U.S., with risk factors such as high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes continuing to affect more than 180 million Americans by 2050.
Posted inEducation
When School Choice Becomes ‘Picking Your Poison’
Black parents face challenges in choosing a school for their children due to racial inequalities and systemic injustice, with most underfunded schools in diverse neighborhoods lacking critical resources and predominantly white schools offering advanced courses and experienced teachers.
Posted inOpinion
ADL’s Response to Elon Musk’s Nazi Salute Sparks Debate over Jewish Community’s Role in Combating Antisemitism
Elon Musk’s Nazi salute at a public appearance has sparked a controversy, with the ADL initially defending him before condemning his Holocaust-related jokes, highlighting the challenges Jewish organizations face in responding to rising antisemitism.
Posted inSpiritual
Preserved – Stirred, Not Shaken
When faced with unexpected loss or change, Christians can find strength by leaning into God’s presence, trusting in His sovereignty and peace, and seeking guidance through prayer.
Posted inOpinion
Trump’s EO Blitz: Deportation Flights Halted, ICE Raids Underway, and TikTok Ban Foiled
Donald Trump has been signing a flurry of Executive Orders, including one to deport undocumented immigrants, while also attempting to rewrite history with his ‘Day of Love’ narrative and changing the name of Mt. Denali back to Mt. McKinley.
Posted inEducation
How historic J.J. Rhoads elementary school became South Dallas’ resource center for DISD families
The Resource Center South, opened in January 2024, provides resources such as food, mental health, recreational activities, and job training for families in the South Dallas community, with an emphasis on supporting families with children in DISD schools.