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Renters Rejoice: MSHDA's $622M Program Set to Help | Local News | The Michigan Chronicle
Behind on paying rent because of pandemic-related expenses?  The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) wants to help. Through a new $282 million rental assistance program, MSHDA can help eligible tenants facing challenges and assist them in avoiding eviction while their landlords
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Opposition to Eyes of Texas song - Texas Metro News
Members of the University of Texas student body gathered with state officials, university faculty and civil rights leaders to discuss the need for the University of Texas to reconsider its continuation with the Eyes of Texas as its school song. Judson Hayden, President of the Black Student Band
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Civil rights groups hail ‘historic’ ruling on exam schools - The Bay State Banner
With white and Asian students over-represented in the city’s three selective-admissions schools, the one-year change was widely seen as a way to broaden the racial and socio-economic diversity in the
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How Yoga Teacher Adi Devta Kaur Brings Peace of Mind to Birmingham
By Javacia Harris Bowser For the Birmingham Times Birmingham is known for its Civil Rights history, emerging restaurant scene, and beautiful parks. But Adi Devta Kaur wants the Magic City to be known for something else — yoga. She dreams of starting a yoga studio and school focused on getting yoga
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Saint Sabina’s Father Pfleger Fighting For Black Farmers | The Crusader Newspaper Group
Pfleger continues to promote black generational wealth By Chinta Strausberg Under the guidance of Father Michael L. Pfleger, the Stein Learning Garden of Saint Sabina was included in the Easter Invasion giveaway where Richard Kirkpatrick revealed the ultimate goal is to help black
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Alabama senators want Confederate tax to fund Black history
Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Two Alabama state senators say they want to divert part of a statewide property tax tied to the legacy of the Confederacy to preserve and promote Black history in the state. Alabama imposed the tax to fund pensions for Confederate soldiers and their
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Source: The Birmingham Times
Birmingham Mayor Woodfin forms city’s first Civilian Review Board 
By Erica Wright The Birmingham Times Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin on Monday announced the formation of the city’s first Civilian Review Board.  The review board, which came in response to recommendations from the City’s Public Safety Task Force, comes one year after widespread outrage at the
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Resolution introduced in support of the American Jobs Plan - Milwaukee Community Journal
Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs has introduced a resolution that would place the City of Milwaukee on record in support of the recently introduced American Jobs Plan, and directs the Intergovernmental Relations Division to lobby for its passage. The file is co-sponsored by Alderman Russell
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Source: Milwaukee Community Journal - Wisconsin's Largest African American Newspaper
UPDATE: Milwaukee County Supervisors OK Reducing Fine for Marijuana Possession to $1 | The Madison Times
By Edgar Mendez Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors on Thursday
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Sen. Melton responds to Senate rejection of budget amendments | The Crusader Newspaper Group
Last Monday, Assistant Democratic Leader Eddie Melton (D-Gary) offered several amendments to the state budget, House Bill 1001. Two of his amendments took language from his Senate Bill (SB) 334. The first would have immediately raised the minimum wage to $10, then to $15 by 2027, and the second
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NIPSCO, EDP Renewables to bring Wind Farm and Solar Park to Northwest Indiana | BlackPressUSA
CHICAGO CRUSADER — “White County residents continue to see benefits from local wind and solar energy projects in the form of low-cost electricity, increased economic activity, and additional revenue for public services – all of which are critical for the community,” said Gayle Rogers, White County
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Video: Demolition of Historic Ramsay McCormack Building in Ensley
Times staff report The demolition of the historic Ramsay McCormack Building in downtown Ensley is nearing completion. On Tuesday, Ensley District Developers (EDD) took the next steps in completing the mechanical demolition after months of deconstructing and salvaging materials from the
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Source: The Birmingham Times
ER doctor says Floyd’s heart had stopped when he arrived - TheGrio
The emergency room doctor who pronounced George Floyd dead after trying to resuscitate him testified Monday that Floyd’s heart had... View Article The post ER doctor says Floyd’s heart had stopped when he arrived appeared first on TheGrio.
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Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson Calls for Milwaukee County to Go Carbon Neutral, Battle Climate Change | The Madison Times
By Hayley Crandall The Committee on Parks, Energy, and Environment has recommended adoption of two climate change combat proposals sponsored by Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson, a press release announced earlier this week. The first resolution focuses on committing Milwaukee County to going carbon
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Source: The Madison Times Weekly Newspaper
Average L.A. County Gas Price Rises For 13th Time in 16 Days - Los Angeles Sentinel
The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose today for the 13th time in 16 days, increasing a half-cent to $3.972, its highest amount since
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Search for LSU student, Kori Gauthier, focuses on Mississippi River
A student at Louisiana State University has been missing for days after her car was found unoccupied at the site... View Article The post Search for 18-year-old LSU student, Kori Gauthier, focuses on Mississippi River appeared first on TheGrio.
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Chairwoman Nicholson Calls for Milwaukee County to go Carbon Neutral by 2050 - Milwaukee Community Journal
MILWAUKEE – The Committee on Parks, Energy, and Environment unanimously recommended for adoption two proposals sponsored by Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson aimed at combatting climate change earlier today.   “Becoming carbon neutral by 2050 is essential if we want to avoid a climate
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Source: Milwaukee Community Journal - Wisconsin's Largest African American Newspaper
Prosecution strengthens excessive force claims in Week 2 of Derek Chauvin trial | The Crusader Newspaper Group
Crusader Staff Report Damning excessive force testimonies from police officers and even the police chief highlight the second week of the trial of Derek Chauvin, who faces multiple second- and third-degree charges for killing George Floyd in 2020. Unlike the first week, the proceedings this week
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Kentucky limits no-knock warrants after Breonna Taylor death - TheGrio
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear signed a partial ban on no-knock warrants Friday after months of demonstrations set off by the... View Article The post Kentucky limits no-knock warrants after Breonna Taylor death appeared first on TheGrio.
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16th Annual Piedmont Earth Day Fair goes virtual with FREE events and programs for all ages - WS Chronicle
Everyone is invited to join Piedmont Environmental Alliance (PEA) for the 2021 Virtual Piedmont Earth Day Fair, April 19 - 23. The virtual festival is packed with family-friendly activities, educational events, demonstrations, artwork and more – all free to the public. Sign up today to learn more
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Gary Community School Corporation launches new enrollment campaign | The Crusader Newspaper Group
The Gary Community School Corporation (GCSC) recently kicked off its 2021-22 enrollment campaign by releasing a series of promotional materials that celebrate its students’ successes. The campaign comes as GCSC’s enrollment is increasing for the first time in a decade. Earlier this month, the
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Expert for Jason Van Dyke defense testifies in Chauvin trial | The Crusader Newspaper Group
Crusader Staff Report A use-of-force expert, who defended convicted murderer Jason Van Dyke during his trial two years ago, testified this week in the Derek Chauvin trial, saying the Minneapolis police officer was justified in using force that caused the death of George Floyd in May, 2020. The
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Ald. Pat Dowell enters Secretary of State race | The Crusader Newspaper Group
By Erick Johnson Alderman Pat Dowell on Wednesday, April 7, officially kicked off her campaign bid to replace outgoing Secretary of State Jesse White. Dowell is the highest profile candidate and only Black official to enter a race where Democratic opponent Alex Giannoulias is gaining momentum with
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Source: The Crusader Newspaper Group
Attendees on What They Thought of City’s Inaugural Freedom Fest
BIRMINGHAM TIMES — The festival offered a balance of entertainment and education. Performers included Birmingham talents Ruben Studdard and Alvin Garrett as well as Huntsville hip hop artist Translee. Others included gospel artist Kristen Glover, neo soul artist Love Moor, soul group Midnight
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Chatham’s Studio Movie Grill closed for good | The Crusader Newspaper Group
Crusader Staff Report Chatham’s Studio Movie Grill, the luxury entertainment complex that brought upscale dining, fancy menus and food delivery service to movie goers on the South Side, is closed for good. Five months after the national chain filed for bankruptcy, a spokesman for the Studio Movie
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North Carolina deputy fatally shoots 42-year-old Andrew Brown Jr. - TheGrio
A North Carolina deputy shot and killed a Black man while serving a search warrant Wednesday, authorities said, spurring an... View Article The post North Carolina deputy fatally shoots 42-year-old Andrew Brown Jr. appeared first on TheGrio.
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Family of 6 dead in Texas murder-suicide pact, police say
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Community Vaccination Center To Open In Tulsa, Oklahoma | The Oklahoma Eagle
The Oklahoma Eagle Newswire Federally Supported Vaccination Center to Increase COVID-19 Vaccine Opportunities Today the White House announced a new community vaccination center will open in Tulsa on Wednesday, April 21. The federally supported vaccination center will be located at the Tulsa
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Source: The Oklahoma Eagle
Judge refuses to sequester jury in George Floyd murder case - TheGrio
The judge in the George Floyd murder case refused a defense request to sequester the jury Monday, the morning after... View Article The post Judge refuses to sequester jury in Chauvin murder trial appeared first on TheGrio.
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Amazon Has the Votes to Defeat Union Effort in Alabama
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