The Trump administration has been using intimidation tactics to disrupt voting in Black, Brown, and heavily Democratic communities, and the FBI’s recent search and seizure in Georgia is a sign that these efforts may be continuing in the upcoming elections.
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The $25 Million Mistake: Why Dallas Must Reject ICE’s 287(g) Deal — And the Politics Behind It
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson has proposed a $25 million offer from ICE to enroll the Dallas Police Department in the 287(g) program, which would allow local police officers to enforce immigration laws, sparking backlash from Council Members and potentially undermining trust between the police and the community.
Posted inMental Health
5 Ways African Americans Can Tackle Mental Illness
African Americans are 20% more likely to face mental health challenges than the population at large, and only 30% of African Americans believe mental illness is a legitimate health issue, resulting in a reluctance to seek help and significant implications for the community.
Posted inWord In Black
Living Long With HIV Is Possible. Living Well Is Harder
ViiV Healthcare has launched the ReViiVal to Care program to connect people living with HIV who are members of faith communities to resources that help them build community and spiritual connection, as well as direct access to HIV care resources.
Posted inHealth
Shrinking Lifesaver: CDC Cuts Team Helping End Black Drownings
The near shutdown of the CDC Injury Prevention Center has resulted in a lack of data and resources to address the disproportionately high drowning rate among Black Americans, putting the Black community at even higher risk for drownings.
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Funding Crises Threaten Diabetes Program’s Success
ECHO-Chicago’s Complex Diabetes program has been effective in reducing wait times for diabetic care and helping patients manage the disease, but funding is at risk of running out.
Posted inBooks
First Black Librarian of Congress must have term renewed by the 47th president
Dr. Carla Hayden, the first Black Librarian of Congress, faces the possibility of not having her term renewed in 2026 due to the Trump administration’s attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
Posted inWord In Black
The Black Reverse Migration and the Future of the South
Black Americans are returning to the South in the New Great Migration, seeking opportunities, family, and culture, and reshaping the region with their political power and cultural legacy.
Posted inCulture
Wendy Williams’ Brave Revelation: Living with Progressive Aphasia and Frontotemporal Dementia
By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Wendy Williams’ team has confirmed that the former daytime talk show host has been diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal […]
Posted inLifestyle
5 romantic road trips for couples this Valentine’s Day
By Renee Martin February has arrived, and love is in the air! If you’re tired of the same old Valentine’s Day celebrations, why not spice things up with a romantic […]