Word In Black endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for the next president of the United States, citing her transformational leadership, commitment to civil rights, and advocacy for underserved communities.
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Local middle school holds vigil for for former student, Cortez Lemon
Cortez Lemon, a 14-year-old student at Leith Walk Elementary and Middle School, was fatally stabbed on July 10 after a verbal altercation on a Maryland Transportation Authority bus, prompting a vigil to remember his life and to call for an end to inner city violence.
Black Vote Black Power: Kamala Harris for President
President Joe Biden has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party’s new nominee for re-election, shifting the momentum away from the Republican Party and towards the Democrats, who must now unite behind Harris to defeat Donald Trump.
Are Black teens safe with five hours of daily social media?
Research shows that teens who spend five or more hours on social media are more likely to suffer from mental health issues, and Black teens are more likely to experience online racial discrimination and suicidal ideation due to social media use.
Rae Lewis-Thornton’s faith-filled fight against AIDS
Rae Lewis-Thornton, a Baptist minister and AIDS educator, is determined to live life to the fullest despite her diagnosis, and is committed to educating people about the disease and the importance of testing and care.
Rev. Barber has a message for Washington: Poor people vote
Rev. William Barber III is convening the Mass Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March on Washington D.C. and to the Polls to reframe the narrative around poverty and politics, and to demonstrate the political power of low-income Americans.
Hampton University announces new school of religion
Hampton University has launched a School of Religion, the first HBCU to offer a doctorate, in partnership with the Church of God in Christ Second Jurisdiction of Virginia, offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in theology, religious studies, and ministry.
Real Times Media Co-Owner, Legendary Businessman and Philanthropist Dr. William ‘Bill’ Pickard passes away at Age 83
Jeremy Allen, Executive EditorMichigan Chronicle Dr. William “Bill” Pickard – entrepreneur, philanthropist, education advocate, business titan, mentor, and visionary – passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 12, at his West Palm […]
Is name discrimination in hiring still a trend? Industry leaders say ‘yes’
Black job-seekers are still “whitening” their résumés, but despite this, 60% of Black graduates are underemployed one year after finishing college, according to a report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Why the ADHD surge and punishment of Black students could be linked
Black children are more likely to be misdiagnosed with attention-deficit disorder, and are less likely to receive treatment, leading to disproportionate discipline in schools and a lack of resources and counseling for the disorder.
Price of popular diabetes drugs denies low-income folks access to treatment
Supply shortages and insurance hurdles for GLP-1 agonists, such as Ozempic and Trulicity, have left many people with diabetes and obesity without the medicines they need to stay healthy, with drugmakers charging high prices and insurers imposing prior authorization requirements.
Words of wisdom for new pastors
Pastors must navigate the tricky paths of ministry by being clear about who they’re married to, remembering people are people, getting comfortable being uncomfortable, accepting that mistakes are opportunities for growth, and finding balance between work and play.