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DALLAS — A lawsuit filed in April 2020 that demanded the immediate release of Dallas County jail inmates who were over 50 and considered “medically high-risk” for the COVID-19 has been dismissed, according to a press release from the sheriff’s office. The lawsuit claimed the jail was not protecting personnel or jailers from the novel […]
The post COVID-19 lawsuit filed by Dallas County jail inmates dismissed appeared first on The Black Chronicle.
South Africa is one of the hardest-hit countries in Africa with over 740,000 infections.
The country recorded 60 more virus-related deaths on Wednesday, bringing the death toll to 20,011.
At the moment, we’re blaming each other for voting the wrong way, and we’re being chided by both parties for not throwing more votes in their direction.
Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) announced this morning a temporary suspension for all face to face in-school learning beginning Friday, Nov. 13, according to a press release. All classes will be held online starting Monday, Nov. 16 because of the rapid increase in the COVID-19 infection rate in Detroit. Face-to-face learning and learning centers … Continued
The post DPSCD Temporarily Halts All Face-to-Face School Instruction appeared first on The Michigan Chronicle.
In summary Oregon led with transparency in reporting workplace outbreaks. California shields businesses so as not to shame them. The distinction has workers and public health experts worried. California and Oregon were lauded for their early response to the pandemic, with swift and broad shutdowns aimed at slowing the spread of coronavirus. In reopening their […]
The post Oregon posts workplace outbreaks, California has no such plan appeared first on Black Voice News.
Blacks, Latinx and Asian Americans turned out in record numbers to put Biden and Harris over the top. BY SUNITA SOHRABJI AND PILAR MARRERO TRICE EDNEY NEWS WIRE In a country that is polarized and hurt by COVID-19 and a divisive leadership, a massive turnout of voters resulted in a close election where Democrat Joe […]
The post THE POWER OF PEOPLE OF COLOR appeared first on Florida Courier.
County health workers will partner with certified worker organizations to support employees who want to form councils and train them on protocols so they can help monitor compliance.
The post L.A. County Moves to Set Up Worker-Driven COVID-19 Compliance Councils appeared first on Los Angeles Sentinel.
Black Votes Push Biden Over the Top in Contentious Election By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia After days of post-Election Day counting, Democrat Joe Biden has defeated President Donald Trump to become the nation’s 46th commander-in-chief. With all eyes on Pennsylvania, Georgia, Nevada, and Arizona, it was the Keystone State’s 20 […]
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits fell last week to 709,000, a still-high level but the lowest figure since March and a further sign that the job market might be slowly healing. Yet the improvement will be put at risk by the sharp resurgence in confirmed viral infections to an […]
By Christopher Tidmore, Contributing Writer, Louisiana Weekly Donald Trump earned a historically high African-American vote in his bid for reelection of at least 12 percent, according to results of 2020 exit polls by Edison Research – an improvement of four percent over his 2016 totals. The problem was that the president needed more than 20 percent of Blacks nationwide to win thanks to his eroding support in Caucasian suburbs and with other traditionally Republican groups who supported him four years ago. Nevertheless, a subtle shift in African-American voters in Philadelphia, Detroit or Milwaukee would have denied the Oval Office to […]
The post One in three Black men backed Trump in 'blue wall' states appeared first on Black News Channel.
The Larry Tutson, Jr. Foundation’s annual toy drive and give-away began to honor of a man who lost his life while helping a dear friend in 2002. He had been shot, and the case has not been solved. While dealing with the grief of losing their son, Mrs. Barbara Smith and her husband wanted to […]
The post South Dallas toy drive revs up for 17th year in honor of Larry Tutson, Jr. appeared first on North Dallas Gazette.
Past years have seen the likes of Hip-Hop superstars like Lil Wayne, Young Thug and Migos amongst many others, so it should be interesting to see what lineup Travis Scott has in mind for next year's installment.
The Affordable Care Act is taking on its third challenge in the Supreme Court and two of the court's conservative justices signaled the law will win again
By Sunita Sohrabji and Pilar MarreroSpecial to the Trice Edney News Wire from Ethnic Media Services(TriceEdneyWire.com) - In a country that is polarized and hurt by Covid-19 and a divisive leadership, a massive turnout of voters resulted in a close election where Democrat Joe Biden was pushed across the finish line by large majorities of […]
A Black woman is named to the top student rank at the Naval Academy.
By Victor Omondi On Saturday, the New York State Bar Association passed a resolution that urges the state to consider making it compulsory for all New York residents to get COVID-19 vaccination once the vaccine becomes available. That is even for those people who may object to it for religious, philosophical, or personal reasons. “The […]
By BEN FOX and ELLIOT SPAGAT Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Some dramatic moves on immigration are expected in the early days of the Biden administration. Joe Biden will likely use executive orders to reverse some of President Donald Trump's most controversial actions, rolling back moves that were a central feature of his administration and important to his base. The Biden administration plans to restore protection for people brought to the U.S. illegally as minors and stop using Pentagon funds to build a border wall. Biden unveiled a detailed, highly ambitious plan on immigration, but it will take time to […]
The post Some big, early shifts on immigration expected under Biden appeared first on Black News Channel.
Beginning on Monday, November 16, 2020, residents are advised to stay at home in response to the rapid rise of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in the city and only leave home to go to work or school, or for essential needs such as seeking medical care, going to the grocery store or pharmacy, picking up … Continued
The post City Issues Stay at Home Advisory Beginning Monday appeared first on Chicago Defender.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Researchers at Oxford University in Great Britain noted that first-time diagnosis of anxiety, depression, and insomnia increased two-fold in patients after they’ve recovered from COVID. Further, they discovered that COVID survivors also found significantly higher risks of dementia.
INDIANAPOLIS RECORDER — hool diploma may take the high school equivalency test for free. Adult basic education classes to help prepare for the test are free as well.
… Every year we celebrate African American history during the month … newly dedicated Reno Historic African American Cemetery nodded in … and dedicating the Historic African American Cemetery, ensuring the … the Reno Historic African American Cemetery as a …
AP reports that Texas is the first state to reach over one million confirmed cases of COVID-19 according to data from Johns Hopkins University. Texas has now surpassed California, the most populous state, and reportedly has the 10th most cases in the world.
There appears to be consistent evidence that exposures to natural environments have a positive effect on pain, stress, anxiety, blood pressure and heart rate.
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ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — After a 15-year effort by his family and members of Congress, the U.S. Senate on Tuesday passed a bill authorizing a posthumous Medal of Honor for U.S. Army Sgt. First Class Alwyn Cashe. Introduced by U.S. Reps. Stephanie Murphy (D-Fla.), Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas) and Michael Waltz (R-Fla.), the bill waives a … Continued
The post Senate approves long-awaited Medal of Honor for Army Sergeant who ‘Died Saving His Men’ appeared first on New Pittsburgh Courier.
[Nation] ODM leader Raila Odinga yesterday hinted at the possibility of reopening talks on the Building Bridges Initiative report before a vote is taken as allies of Deputy President William Ruto welcomed the gesture in a dramatic day of political give-and-take.
As confirmed coronavirus cases continue to rise throughout Maryland and the D.C. region, Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced an executive order Thursday her jurisdiction will reinstitute certain restrictions.
Blacks turned out for Biden in massive numbers in November. This solid vote was critical in many states, and Trump was able to tally only 71 million votes, primarily from disgruntled whites.
The post Black vote was key to Biden’s victory appeared first on The Bay State Banner.
During a recent interview with Claudia Jordan, Dallas Austin shared how he wrote hit songs for women, including TLC's "Creep."
THE ATLANTA VOICE — “Moody College is the only academic institution in the nation where there is such significant infrastructure and support for stuttering research and treatment, and this legacy grant will further set Moody apart as a leader in this underserved, often misunderstood area,” said Jay Bernhardt, Dean of Moody College.
According to his office, Mabuyane had flu symptoms which later led to him to take a COVID-19 test. He is currently self-isolating at home.
