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The Violence Trump Claims to Fear Occurs Mostly in Red States
By Stacy M. BrownBlack Press USA Senior National Correspondent Donald Trump continues to attack cities and jurisdictions heavily populated by minorities, often painting them as crime-ridden and unsafe despite evidence showing overall declines in many categories of crime. Nowhere is this tension clearer than in Washington, D.C., where residents face relentless scrutiny from Trump while Red States — many with far... Read more
Howard University President Ben Vinson Will Suddenly Step Down as President on August 31
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — In a surprising announcement, Howard University President Ben Vinson III, 55, will leave his position as Howard University’s 18th President. Howard University President Ben Vinson Will Suddenly Step Down as President on August 31 By Lauren Burke In a surprising announcement, Howard University President Ben Vinson III, 55, will leave his position as Howard University’s 18th President. Vinson’s departure comes... Read more
Trump’s Takeover of Smithsonian Targets Black History and Censors Presidential Truths
Washington D.C., USA - February 10, 2023: The National Museum of African American By Stacy M. BrownBlack Press USA Senior National Correspondent Donald Trump’s administration has intensified its takeover of the Smithsonian Institution, advancing an agenda that historians and civil rights leaders say is rooted in racism and political censorship. Under the guise of “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,” Trump’s... Read more
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LaQuan Smith Closes New York Fashion Week with a Bold SS26 Collection
09-17-2025
LaQuan Smith knows how to deliver a finale. On September 16, 2025, the designer closed out New York Fashion Week with his Spring/Summer 2026 collection, transforming the Pier 76 Classic […] The post LaQuan Smith Closes New York Fashion Week with...
Read moreFirst, Youngest, And Unstoppable: Inside Dr. Chelsey Green’s Vision As The Recording Academy’s First Black…
09-17-2025
The violin has always been Dr. Chelsey Green’s voice—literally and figuratively. But even at four years old, when she first held the instrument in her hands, she probably would have […] The post First, Youngest, And Unstoppable: Inside Dr. Chelsey Green’s...
Read moreThe Beat Of Baltimore
09-17-2025
When most people think of Baltimore, the city’s historical legacy is what comes first to mind—the Revolutionary War landmarks, the shadow of Fort McHenry, and the cobblestone streets that whisper […] The post The Beat Of Baltimore appeared first on Essence.
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Fantasy Football Week 3 Panic Meter: Chiefs' struggles causing a lot of angst when setting…
09-17-2025
Moving in a different direction isn’t always easy.Subjectively, it’s inconvenient. Think about it. If you’re already going one way, a U-turn or alternate route means lost time. Switching to a secondary or backup plan when you’ve thought through the first...
Read moreChargers are betting favorites to win their first AFC West title since 2009
09-17-2025
The Chiefs have won the AFC West for nine consecutive years. The Chargers haven't won the division since 2009. But this year, things look different.The 2-0 Chargers are the betting favorites to win the AFC West, which they last did...
Read moreDesmond Ridder won job with Vikings after tryout against Dorian Thompson-Robinson
09-17-2025
A former Vikings quarterback, Brett Rypien, is now on the Cincinnati roster. And a former Bengals backup quarterback, Desmond Ridder, is now on the Minnesota roster.Ridder got his spot on the team on Tuesday. As it turns out, he won...
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A law enforcement surge has taken a toll on children of immigrants in Washington schools
09-17-2025
An immigration crackdown in Washington has taken a toll on children attending the district's schools
Read moreFired CDC chief will testify Kennedy pressed her to endorse vaccine recommendations without evidence
09-17-2025
Former CDC director Susan Monarez will accuse Robert F
Read moreLA police fired over a thousand projectiles at protesters in a single day
09-17-2025
Los Angeles police officers fired over a thousand projectiles at Trump administration protesters on a single day in June
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Senate Banking Chairman says 50 basis point rate cut is a possibility, backs Trump’s new…
09-17-2025
Senator Tim Scott, chairman of the powerful Senate Banking Committee, said a half point rate cut is possible today.
Read moreIs a more affordable housing market on the horizon?
09-17-2025
Experts weigh in on the state of the U.S. housing market and project whether the affordability crisis plaguing prospective buyers will ease in the near...
Read moreBusiness related organizations financially supported Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA for years
09-17-2025
Charlie Kirk rapidly grew Turning Point USA with the help of a variety of donors since its founding in 2012, and his assassination has spurred...
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Tropical Storm Gabrielle forms in the Atlantic
09-17-2025
Forecasters said there is some uncertainty in the forecast as Gabrielle's center could be re-forming to the north.
Read moreClosing the back door: Trump’s Washington is finally blocking China’s infiltration
09-17-2025
Whatever its faults, the Trump administration has made one thing clear: America will no longer leave its security, economy, or technological future in the hands of China. Days ago, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the Pentagon is shutting down a Microsoft...
Read moreUniversity of California students, professors sue Trump administration
09-17-2025
A group consisting of University of California (UC) students, faculty, staff and labor unions is suing the Trump administration, alleging violations of their academic freedom and free speech rights. The lawsuit, filed on Tuesday in US District Court for the...
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