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PRESS ROOM: Howard University hosts Congress members for Glory: Conversations on the CROWN Act

By BlackPR Wire (Black PR Wire) WASHINGTON – Howard University welcomed members of Congress recently to engage with students about the C.R.O.W.N. Act (Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair). The act is a law that prohibits race-based hair discrimination, which is the denial of employment and educational opportunities because of hair texture or protective hairstyles including braids, dreadlocks, twists, or

Mayor Scott instructs DPW to remove barriers around Roland Water Tower

By Catherine Pugh, Special to the AFRO The barriers blocking vehicle access to the Roland Water Tower in the historically Black neighborhood of Hoes Heights have been removed.  Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott said in an exclusive Nov. 29 meeting with the AFRO that he has instructed the Department of Public Works (DPW) to remove the

Howard University Law School hosts a missing Black women panel honoring Tamika Huston

By Alana Matthew, Howard University News Service Experts from all over the country recently assembled at Howard University for a panel and frank discussion about missing Black women and the lack of media coverage.  Actress Ericka Alexander moderated the panel, which included Tiffany Cross, former host of MSNBC’s “Cross Connection,” Derrica and Natalie Wilson, founders

How the Black community feels about Thanksgiving

By Zsana Hoskins, Howard University News Service Thanksgiving has a tragic history, yet many Black people across the nation still choose to celebrate it in their own way. Some reframe it as a day to spend time with family, while others shop.  In an informal poll for this article, 45 percent of Black respondents, ages

South Carolina program aims to boost ranks of Black teachers

By Devna Bose, The Post and Courier via The Associated Press After a student in his classroom had yet another outburst, Tyler Wright couldn’t bear to see him get written up again. Wright, then a student teacher at a Charleston elementary school, led the child out to the hallway for a chat. Within minutes, the

Singer Mary J Blige Joins White House in Fight Against Cancer

By Kendall Lanier, NewsVision reporter First Lady Jill Biden recently hosted a national roundtable at the White House to bring awareness to the fight against cervical and breast cancer. Music superstar Mary J. Blige, whose family has been impacted by the disease, took part in the event, which was co-sponsored by the American Cancer Society.

Stress management is a vital part of your overall health

By Aaron Allen, The Seattle Medium According to medical experts, stress can impact your health and some of the health disparities that exist today. Due to economic determinants, education, geography, the environment, lower quality care, inadequate access to care, the inability to navigate systems, and other factors, many African Americans may be impacted by stress

Experts Offer Tips to Aid with Mental Health

By Quam Odunsi, NewsVision reporter An estimated 615 million around the world people live with a mental health condition, and more than 20% of Americans. In the Black Community, addressing these disparities is challenging, but help is available. NewsVision reporter Quam Odunsi examines the issue. Help us Continue to tell OUR Story and join the

Warnock continues runoff tour over coffee and eggs

By Toni Odejimi, Howard University News Service  It was all about early voting again for Sen. Raphael Warnock who spoke at Omni Coffee and Eggs in Atlanta on Wednesday as a part of his “One More Time” runoff campaign.  This is especially true on the cusp of his lawsuit win against Georgia state officials. Warnock

Smart‌ ‌Money-Saving‌ ‌Tips‌ ‌For‌ ‌2021‌

Photo: MarsBars via gettyimages.com Whether you’re new to the workforce or are approaching retirement age, saving money is something we all want to do. Money in the bank will help during an emergency and provide you with long-term stability and peace of mind. It isn’t always easy, but with a detailed plan, concrete goals, and