Black Activists Condemn Anti-White Remarks by New York Times Editorial Writer

Lack of Action by the Times Shows “Leftist Privilege,” Says Project 21 Leader Washington, DC – Anti-white social media posts made by newly-hired New York Times editorial writer Sarah Jeong are “vulgar” and “racist,” say members of the Project 21 black leadership network, who note the inconsistency and irresponsibility of the newspaper in dealing with…

Fibroids Awareness Campaign Says 80% of Women Who Have Had a Hysterectomy May Not Have Needed One

The #FACEofFIBROIDS campaign is a global movement to bring awareness to African American women who are more likely to develop fibroids than any other demographic. Washington, DC — The Fibroid Foundation (FibroidFoundation.org), a nonprofit dedicated to creating and supporting initiatives to find a cure for fibroids, has announced multiple initiatives to celebrate Fibroids Awareness Month….

Media Law School 2018 Fellowships

Journalists invited to apply for Media Law School 2018 fellowships Working journalists are invited to apply for fellowships to attend Media Law School 2018, to be held Sept. 19-22 in Columbia, S.C., at the University of South Carolina. Media Law School is an intensive seminar that teaches journalists about criminal law and procedure with a…

Burger Boss Adds A Side Of Ranch(er) To The Upcoming Pacific Wine & Food Classic Taking Place August 18 & 19

Corona, Calif.—(August 6, 2018)—When Burger Boss debuts its Pacific Burger at the 2nd annual Pacific Wine & Food Classic on August 18 in Newport Beach, guests will be privy to a generous serving of ranch{er}.  Rancher Dan Barnhart of Barnhart Ranch in Philomath, Oregon, will be grilling and greeting guests alongside the owners of his…

Former Congressman Ron Dellums Dies at 82

By Stacy M. Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor) Ron Dellums, the firebrand former Oakland, California mayor and founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus, who vigorously fought on behalf of the poor and disenfranchised, died on Monday, July 30. Dellums, who helped shaped politics in the Bay Area for decades, reportedly died after a long battle…

Grammy Winning Recording Artist, David Phelps Teams With Cana’s Voice To Present The Big Voice Tour In Highland

Johnson City, TN – One of the most unmistakable voices to ever step onto a concert stage is Grammy winning recording artist, David Phelps . Once a childhood musical prodigy from Tomball, TX, Phelps earned a bachelor’s degree in music from Baylor University. Since then, he has become a nationally celebrated vocalist, whose gifts and…

State Superintendent Torlakson Urges Support for Student Mental Health Legislation

SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson urged educators, parents, school board members, community leaders and all residents to voice their support for state legislation that will improve mental health services for students. Torlakson is putting a major focus on mental health awareness and treatment, suicide prevention, and school safety as the Legislature reconvenes August…

USDA Invests $345.5 Million in Rural Electric Infrastructure to Improve Service for More Than 1 Million Residential and Commercial Consumers in 14 States

Projects Will Provide Improved Electric Reliability WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2018 – Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $345.5 million in 20 infrastructure projects (PDF, 121 KB) to improve rural electric service in 14 states. “Delivering reliable and affordable electricity to power rural America will help lay…

A New Generation of Freedom Fighters

Black Youth Are Taking Up the Mantle of Leadership in America By Jeffrey L. Boney (NNPA Newswire Political Analyst) Without being given much direction, Black youth have seemingly taken matters into their own hands, relative to their future here in America, by strategizing, organizing and mobilizing. Whether on social media or through community activism in…