The Section 8 housing assistance program, which helps over 5 million low-income families, is facing potential budget cuts and changes to eligibility requirements that could result in hundreds of thousands of people losing access to housing aid.
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Four Fingers Point Back: Recognizing Our Own Flaws in Global Politics
When we denounce the immorality of other countries, we must also recognize the same flaws in ourselves and our own government, and strive to make meaningful changes at home.
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Gentlemen’s Toast Honors Black Men’s Impact Across Industries
This past Saturday, Gentlemen’s Toast convened community leaders, professionals, and supporters for a formal afternoon gala at On The Levee, honoring Black men whose impact spans industries from education to […]
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Black Students Defy Expectations, Lead Surge in College Applications
Black or African American students are applying to college at a faster rate than any other group, with applications rising 11% compared to the previous year, according to a new report from the Common Application.
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Living Proof: Home, Growth, and the Next Version of Keyonte George
Keyonte George, NBA player, recently returned to his hometown of Lewisville, Texas to reflect on his journey from there to the NBA, and to show kids that hard work can take you far.
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Seats for Heroes: Mavericks, American Airlines and Nick & Sam’s Honor Military in 19th Year Tradition
The Dallas Mavericks, American Airlines and Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse once again honored military service members through their annual Seats for Heroes night, providing 100 wounded and ill service members with a charter flight, three-course dinner and courtside seats to a Mavericks game.
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Comedian Druski’s Viral Sketch Sparks Debate on Mega Church Culture
Drew Desbordes, better known as Druski, has sparked intense debate with his latest sketch mocking prosperity-style megachurch culture, which has gone viral and drawn tens of millions of views.
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Jason Kidd Brings Elite Youth Baseball to Dallas with JK Select Launch
Jason Kidd has launched JK Select Baseball, a nationwide initiative to provide young athletes with access to elite development, mentorship, and competitive opportunities, inspired by his own experiences playing baseball and watching his son compete.
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Dr. King’s Critique of Capitalism: Still Relevant Today
Martin Luther King Jr.’s economic justice plan, which included full employment, guaranteed income, and access to land and capital, is still relevant today, as economic inequality remains a major issue and debates over universal basic income and affordable housing continue to shape national politics.
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Dallas City Council Approves Cornerstone to Host Verizon Cell Tower in Historic District
The City Council voted to approve a controversial Specific Use Permit allowing a 90-foot Verizon cell tower to be built in the historic South Boulevard Park Row district, despite the objections of local homeowners and the lack of required studies.