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Opinion – Black Berkeleyans Demand a Response to the Adeline Corridor Plan
This statement was made to the Berkeley Planning Commission’s special meeting on the Adeline Corridor Plan on Sept. 16, 2020, represented as a “long-range…blueprint for the future,” which many “black” Berkeleyans are suspicious of.  Since Mr. Lee believes that the dangerous mythology of
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Local Atlanta Community Members Gather and Discuss Crime with City Leaders - The Atlanta Inquirer
Community leaders from several SW Atlanta neighborhoods met on Monday, March 8, 2020, at the Cascade Nature Preserve. The group met with city leaders and police personnel to discuss the seemingly out-of-control crime problems in the area. Last week over twenty cars were burglarized in the parking
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Jennifer McClellan Could Make History As Virginia's First Black Female Governor | HuffPost
Virginia state Sen. Jennifer McClellan (D) is jumping into the race for governor, saying the state is at a “critical crossroads right now about what direction we’re going to
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Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration March & Festival slated in Fair Park - North Dallas Gazette
This event includes a three ½ mile march and festival.  The march starts at the “William Blair Jr. Park” and ends inside of the Dallas Fair Park.   The festival will include exclusive museum exhibits, concerts, contest and a variety of other activities. Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration
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Source: North Dallas Gazette
Archaeologists To Begin Excavating Suspected Mass Graves For Remains Of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Victims - Blavity
Researchers are hoping to learn more about the Tulsa Race Massacre through an excavation of sites where mass graves are likely located.
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Morial, Urban League leaders: We need a revision of culture
National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial, along with Urban League affiliate leaders from around the country, issued the following statement in response to the civil unrest sweeping the nation: Our communities are overwhelmed with
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Before George Floyd In Minnesota, There Was Michael Brown In Missouri
His death shined a bright light on the chasm between law enforcement and black residents and made Ferguson the site of violent clashes between police and
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As opportunity knocks in South Memphis, a community weighs in - TSDMemphis.com
by Florence Howard - In the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic, a coalition of private, public and community leaders are coming together – and standing apart – in an effort to break the cycle of historic disinvestment in South Memphis. During a recent press conference where social distancing was
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Tufton takes COVID-19 fight to communities
THE Ministry of Health and Wellness is undertaking community consultations aimed at engaging stakeholders at the parish level in the process of heightening public awareness and adherence to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) infection-prevention measures.The first in the series of meetings was held
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Overcome: Cape Town fire victims can't afford to rebuild their homes | News24
The City of Cape Town announced last month that it would no longer supply emergency kits, which included building material, to victims of fires and flooding.
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'Drug addict' son allegedly hacks mother to death | News24
Eastern Cape Villagers in the Great Kei municipality are blaming the police after a 21-year-old man allegedly hacked his 43-year-old mother to death on Tuesday.
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Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Conference Goes Virtual – Real Talk Helps Girls Navigate the Pandemic - Los Angeles Sentinel
This year, with the fallout of the pandemic, there was also a focus on navigating COVID-19 in 2021 and pursuing healthy relationships. The post Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Conference Goes Virtual – Real Talk Helps Girls Navigate the Pandemic appeared first on Los Angeles Sentinel.
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Prominent Leaders Voice Strong Support for Attorney General James’ Lawsuit Against NYPD
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Incidents Of Workplace Sexual Harassment Have Increased Even In A Global Pandemic
Despite decreased movement, lockdowns, and mask-mandates, food service workers report increased instances of workplace sexual harassment from customers.
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Spotlight on Sexual Harassment Act tomorrow
SPOTLIGHT Initiative Jamaica is set to convene a virtual round table on sexual harassment tomorrow to contribute to ongoing public education on the draft Sexual Harassment Act.The discussion is also intended to provide coping tips for victims and current best practices in sexual harassment policy
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Ethiopia Moves Children From Streets to Shelters to Slow Coronavirus
Thousands of street children in Addis Ababa are being moved to shelters as COVID-19 cases soar in the east African nation
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Public Safety Agencies Continue to Support Residents’ Right to Peaceful Protest as ILNG Completes Mission | The Crusader Newspaper Group
As the Illinois National Guard completes its mission in support of municipalities across the state, the administration is continuing to work with local governments to protect Illinois residents and safeguard their rights to peacefully
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Rayshard Brooks Memorialized At Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church  | The Crusader Newspaper Group
Family, friends, dignitaries, elected officials and community leaders gathered today to remember the life of Rayshard Brooks at Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church. The 27-year-old African-American man was shot and killed by an Atlanta police officer on June 12th.  His death sparked national and
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Source: The Crusader Newspaper Group
Caribbean American legislators condemn 'racist' attacks on jurist | New York Carib News
Several Caribbean American legislators and community leaders in New York have strongly condemned what they described as “vicious and unfounded allegations” leveled against Haitian American Judge Dweynie Esther Paul, a frontrunner in the Kings County Surrogate’s Court race in Brooklyn, New York, and
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Source: The New York Carib News
Voter Preparation! Voter Participation! Voter Protection! | Digital Daily | The Michigan Chronicle
The Detroit Branch NAACP is pleased to join with Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson in the noble effort to reassure Michiganders that our elections are safe, … Continued
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Full Text | Chuck says sorry for ‘insensitive behaviour’ during debate on sexual harassment
Facing strong public backlash, Justice Minister Delroy Chuck has issued an apology and is asking for forgiveness over his actions at a parliamentary committee meeting discussing proposed sexual harassment legislation. Chuck has been heavily...
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Nextdoor Brings Neighbors Together: Tamika Mallory, John Hope Bryant and Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Talk COVID, Community & Building Better Bridges - Blavity
Tamika Mallory, John Hope Bryant and Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Talk COVID, Community & Building Better Bridges
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Tulsa police major under review after controversial comments on 'shooting African-Americans'
Tulsa Police Department Maj. Travis Yates made the controversial remarks during an appearance earlier this week on “The Pat Campbell Show,” a local
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Milwaukee Organizations Join DJ Jazzy Jeff and Local Music Influencers, for the Hip Hop and Health Virtual Event - Milwaukee Community Journal
The event is designed to inform and entertain Milwaukee while providing an experience of health empowerment. In an effort to promote the importance of health information in the Black and Brown community and beyond as we close the year, Milwaukee organizations are coming together to host “Hip Hop
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NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Minneapolis City Council President Lisa Bender about plans to defund and dismantle the city's police department following George Floyd's death and nationwide
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Sacramento City Council To Discuss Police Funding Today
SACRAMENTO In May, the Sacramento City Council voted to increase next year’s budget for the Sacramento Police Department by $10 million, bringing SPD’s total budget to $157 million. In the wake of community outcries following the killing of George Floyd, other cities including Los Angeles and
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Source: The Sacramento Observer
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Rayshard Brooks Memorialized at Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church - Los Angeles Sentinel
Family, friends, dignitaries, elected officials and community leaders gathered today to remember the life of Rayshard Brooks at Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church. The 27-year-old African-American man was shot and killed by an Atlanta police officer on June
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Expressing Thanks to Illinois Legislators for Putting People Before Politics | The Crusader Newspaper Group
Op-Ed As faith and community leaders, we were so grateful to see legislators come together a few weeks ago and take serious steps to improve health equity across the state. As faith-based leaders and community organizers, we applaud the unanimous decision of our state legislators to officially
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LeBron James and other athletes start organization to help African Americans vote | The Atlanta Voice
NBA superstar LeBron James has partnered with other black athletes and entertainers to start a group aimed at protecting the voting rights of African Americans, The New York Times
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