The Temptation Band is a musical powerhouse that has been capturing the hearts and souls of audiences worldwide with their electrifying performances and infectious energy. This talented group of musicians is known for their soulful blend of R&B, funk, and pop, creating a sound that is irresistibly groovy and undeniably addictive. With their smooth vocals
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com The U.S. Supreme Court officially blocked Biden’s Student Debt Relief Plan on June 30. Applications for the Biden-Harris loan forgiveness program opened in October 2022. It was created to “help working and middle-class federal student loan borrowers transition back to regular payment as pandemic-related support expires,” according to the U.S.
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia House leaders joined forces with the U.S. Postal Service to reveal a commemorative stamp paying tribute to the late Rep. John Lewis on June 21. The unveiling occurred during a special event held at Capitol Hill. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries
By Reginald Williams, Special to the AFRO On June 27 the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a North Carolina Supreme Court ruling against North Carolina’s Republican lawmakers with a 6-3 decision. The dispute pertained to an attempt to redraw a congressional state map. The Democratic Party raised concerns that the new map would have likely given
By AFRO Staff Hollywood megastar Idris Elba has teamed up with Miroma Group founder Marc Boyan to launch a content creation and marketing company that aims to re-inject fun and creativity into brand-building and also “deliver authentic campaigns with cultural value.” Named SillyFace, the business aims to shake up the industry by amassing a team
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com A new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation found that Washington D.C. is the most expensive place in the country for child care. According to the 2023 Kids Count Data Book, the annual cost for center-based toddler daycare is $24,396, while home-based toddler daycare costs $19,291. Comparatively
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com Henry Highland Garnet school served as a launch pad for a range of local legends from the late Congressman Elijah E. Cummings to Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall. Garnet, also known as Public School (P.S.) #103, began undergoing major renovations in July of last year. The school was
By Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (D-SC-6) In 2019, my daughter Jennifer and I took part in a Congressional Delegation to Ghana that included my good friend, the late Congressman John Lewis. Our visit was to commemorate the 400 years since Black people were forcibly taken from the continent of Africa and enslaved in
On SCOTUS Affirmative Action Ruling: “The Supreme Court majority’s ruling is a shameful step backwards for equality, education, and the pursuit of prosperity for Black students in particular. This outcome reaffirms the importance of teaching and understanding Black history, rather than ignore it, as the majority justices are keen to do. The decision to reject
By Robert J. Hansen, The Sacramento Observer While trying to make a public comment at the June 20 Sacramento City Council meeting, Samuel Kinsey broke down in tears after watching a video in which a 10-year-old Black girl was put in handcuffs by a Sacramento police officer. “We are hurting,” a woman said while comforting