By William Melhado, The Texas Tribune April 8, 2023 Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles to consider recommending a pardon for Daniel Perry on Saturday, […]
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Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas Violated Ethics Laws with Multiple Super Yacht Cruises with Republican Donor
By Stacy M. Brown Originally appeared in NNPA Justices are required to report all gifts of $415 or more that are “anything of value” and not fully reimbursed. There’s no […]
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Will Your Child be Killed at School Today?
My Day by Dr. J. Ester Davis ….. or how long will it be before the number in gun violence deaths include your child? Will your beautiful grandchild, who brighten […]
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City of Dallas named finalist for All-America City Award
The City of Dallas has been named a finalist for the 2023 All-America City title. The honor, which is given through the National Civic League, celebrates the best in local innovation, […]
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In Light of Trans Day of Visibility, Listen to Young People
by Kayla Tawa Originally appeared in Word in Black In light of Trans Day of Visibility, it’s important to remember that visibility isn’t just about being seen. It’s about being heard, […]
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Texans who take custody of their relatives’ kids struggle to make ends meet — and to get more aid from the state
By Sneha Dey Originally appeared in the Texas Tribune Relative caregivers, like grandparents who want to keep kids out of foster care, usually get half as much state assistance as […]
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SNAP recipients will see a cut in food benefits starting this month
By Emma Williams Originally appeared in the Texas Tribune During the pandemic, Texans received extra money on their Lone Star cards through the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, […]
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Mayor Johnson appoints chairs of five Community Bond Task Force subcommittees
DALLAS — Mayor Eric L. Johnson on Thursday announced his appointments of the five chairs of the Community Bond Task Force (CBTF) subcommittees formed as part of the 2024 Bond […]
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Obamacare has Significantly Reduced Racial Disparities in Health Care Access
Originally appeared in NNPA By Stacy M. Brown Former President Barack Obama’s signature piece of legislation has proved the gift that’s kept on giving for Black and Brown communities in […]
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Is the Water in Flint Finally Safe?
By Maya Richard-Craven When asked if the city’s water is lead-free, Flint’s Mayor Sheldon Neeley said, “No amount of water is safe.” “Flint still doesn’t have clean water.” Search on […]
