Amid continued talks of teacher shortages, the conversation about disparities in teacher pay remains a critical aspect for both current and prospective teacher candidates. While most people express a value for the teaching profession and its critical role in shaping the future of our country, in most states teachers still remain underpaid and feeling devalued. […]
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Arike Ogunbowale Sets Dallas Wings’ Scoring Record in Dominant Performance
Arike Ogunbowale of the Dallas Wings has become the franchise’s all-time leading scorer with 3,972 points, surpassing the previous record set by Deanna ‘Tweety’ Nolan in 2007.
Posted inNational
53rd Annual Legislative Conference’s Vision to Victory called for Action and Accountability
The Annual Legislative Conference featured discussions on racial equity, economic empowerment, climate justice, health disparities, and criminal justice reform, with experts, activists, policymakers, and thought leaders highlighting the importance of intersectionality and the need for strong voter turnout in the 2024 election.
Posted inHomepage
Urgent Action Needed to Save Local Journalism From Big Tech’s Manipulation
The Journalism Competition and Preservation Act (JCPA) is a bipartisan bill aimed at restoring fairness to the media industry and safeguarding a pillar of our democracy by allowing local news publishers to negotiate with Meta and Google for fair compensation for the use of their content.
Posted inWomen
Dallas Women of Power Symposium & Awards: Empowering Women to Step Into Their Greatness
The second annual Women of Power Symposium & Awards, hosted by 24 Carat Speakers, will feature keynote speaker Cheryl “Action” Jackson, a panel discussion with influential women, and an awards ceremony to celebrate outstanding women in the community.
Posted inElection 2024
Kamala Harris Trounces Trump in Debate
Instead of Trump and his circus of chaos, America can choose a president who will lead and behave with dignity, respect, and maturity.
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Sunny South Dallas Food Park makes its return at a new location on MLK Jr. Boulevard
The Sunny South Dallas Food Park is returning to the Save-A-Lot parking lot on MLK Jr. Blvd on October 19th, featuring local food trucks, handcrafted goods, sweet treats, and family-friendly fun, with vendors automatically entered as nominees for the 5th annual Best of Black Dallas Awards.
Posted inPolitics
Word In Black Announces “Debate Night in Black America: A Virtual Conversation” Event
Word In Black is hosting a virtual conversation on September 10, 2024, to engage the African American community in the presidential debate, with participating newsroom outlets across the nation.
Posted inMusic
Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Biggest Fundraiser to Be Co-Chaired by Power Couple Laura Harris-Means and Patrick Means
Laura Harris-Means and Patrick Means are serving as Co-Chairs of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s biggest fundraising event of the year, the Symphony Gala, to raise awareness and support for the organization’s educational programs and initiatives.
Posted inWord In Black
Black Men and Skin Cancer: A Hidden Health Crisis
Black men are more likely to die from melanoma than white or lighter-skinned patients, due to late detection and limited access to healthcare, and researchers are now focusing on the 1 in 1000 black patients who are at the highest risk for skin cancer.
