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By MICHAEL HILL, Associated Press The nationwide reexamination of policing after the killing of George Floyd has led an Ivy League college town in upstate New York to consider an ambitious — and contentious — plan to remake its force “from the ground up.” The proposal would replace the 63-officer
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Source: Afro | The Black Media Authority-0
Editorial: Public policy and the Republican party | Afro
By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Newspaper It is an established fact that public policy is the result of ideas that start with people, who create interest groups. Interest groups usually form on both sides of an issue, and issues give birth to proposed rules and
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Source: Afro | The Black Media Authority-0
Blacks share heritage by ‘breaking bread’ | Afro
By Nicole Batey Special to the AFRO Two soulful celebrations in the Black community are Thanksgiving and Kwanzaa. Food, family and fellowship are focal points of the festivities.  As Blacks, we take our food seriously, especially when it comes to the holidays. Preparation for Thanksgiving usually
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Mayor Scott to implement 9-1-1 diversion pilot program by early June | Afro
Clinical-Governmental Partnership to Divert Appropriate Calls to Behavioral Health Specialists Instead of Police BALTIMORE, MD (Friday, May 7, 2021) — Joined by clinical partners and behavioral health specialists, Mayor Brandon M. Scott announced the details of a clinical-governmental partnership
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No erasing: Black Lives Matter at the ballot box too | Afro
By Wayne Dawkins Black lives matter, in this case at the ballot box. While the focus has been policing and public safety, we’re being told in the crudest manner that our votes don’t matter.  Bear with me, I intend to show why Jan. 6 is linked to the erasure of our votes. Why would former
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Source: Afro | The Black Media Authority-0
Morgan State University introduces ‘Morgan Completes You,’ a new degree-attainment initiative | Afro
University’s Board of Regents Approves Addition of 18 New Interdisciplinary Degree Programs, a Proactive Effort to Bridge Graduation Gap for Nearly 37 million Americans with ‘Some College’ Experience and ‘No Degree’ BALTIMORE — By way of unanimous vote at the Morgan State University Board of
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Mr. Sonny Knows 5/5/2021 | Chicago Defender
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Op-ed: Justice done for George Floyd: We shall breathe | Afro
By Dr. Zekeh S. Gbotokuma Former U.S. Secretary James Baker once said that where one stands on issues is a function of where one sits. Those who occupy front seats and those whose seats are in the Oval Office are expected to lead by example and take a clear stand, especially during critical times
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FORE!
The community will celebrate The Masters Burke County-style this Thursday, April 8, with the Masters Night Out event. Liberty Street will be closed from 5-9 p.m. There will be food, drinks, shopping, The Masters on the big screen and a putting green for the public to test out. The event is
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Source: The True Citizen
Marvin Scott: Seven Texas police officers fired after death of Black man in jail | Afro
NNPA NEWSWIRE — On March 15, the Collin County, Texas Sheriff’s office put out a release stating, “On Sunday, March 14, 2021, 26-year-old Marvin D. Scott III of Frisco, Texas, died while in custody at the Collin County Detention Facility. Officers from the Allen Police Department arrested Mr. Scott
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Masks disrupt connections for hearing-loss patients | Afro
By Diane Bernard, Maryland News Connection ANNAPOLIS, Md. - About 48 million Americans have hearing loss, and many are struggling in the pandemic because of mask-wearing. Dr. Carrie Nieman, assistant professor for the Cochlear Center for Hearing and Public Heath at Johns Hopkins University in
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The rebirth of Ebony and Jet magazine | Afro
By Tammy Gibson, Contributing Writer via NNPA  Ebony Magazine relaunched in digital format on March 1, 2021. Media veteran, Michele Ghee, was named CEO of Ebony and Jet in January. The new owner is former NBA player Ulysses “Junior” Bridgeman. He bought the magazine out of bankruptcy for $14
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Big Hair And Baby Hairs: See Your Faves Mary J. Blige, Saweetie And More Incredible Hair Looks At The BET Awards
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Chauvin proceedings serve as a kind of sinister propaganda | Afro
By Lem Seveer, Minnesota Spokesman Recorder A White liberal likely upper-class woman wrote a very patronizing and insulting letter to local Minneapolis attorney and civil rights attorney activist Nekima Levy Armstrong about the jury selection process in the Derek Chauvin murder trial because she
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Overseas shortages affect local businesses
Even as the number of COVID-19 cases decreases, local businesses are experiencing the lingering effects of the pandemic. Crystal Preston is the manager at Phinazee and Son Funeral Home. The pandemic has caused a shortage of vaults and headstones, due to the lack of available raw materials mixed
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Good food and hospitality you can feel | Afro
By Marnita Coleman Special to the AFRO If hindsight is 20/20, then the emerging new normal offers a fresh start to valuing moments that were taken for granted during pre-pandemic times of celebration and intimate get-togethers with close friends and family.  As the country reopens and gatherings
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5 years after Prince’s Death, new music released | Afro
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent (NNPA Newswire) — Five years after his sudden death, Prince’s estate is releasing brand new music that is sure to excite the icon’s still loyal fanbase. The new “Welcome 2 America” CD marks the first time Prince’s estate is releasing
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MONTGOMERY | Chicago Defender
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Morgan State University students reflect on the George Floyd case | Afro
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Financial Literacy Month: National, local organizations give community a lesson in finance | Afro
By Marnita Coleman Special to the AFRO The spotlight on personal financial education is glaringly bright as we tread through National Financial Literacy Month. Across the country, many reputable financial organizations and advocates are championing the cause of helping our nation’s most vulnerable
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ALEXANDER | Chicago Defender
Christine Alexander……………Wake was held: Monday, April 5, 2021: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Funeral was held: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. @ Taylor Funeral Home Ltd. 63 E 79th Street, Chicago, IL; Interment: Mt. Glenwood South; Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL
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CORRECTIONS
A feature story published April 7 incorrectly stated the Burke Medical Volunteer group had given well over $800,000 to Burke Medical Center. The story should have read that the group had given well over $100,000. Additionally, an article in the same publication incorrectly stated that State Rep
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Hart Dairy adds plans for a pre-treatment facility
The closing is pending on a 12.23-acre land transaction between the Burke County Development Authority and Hart Dairy. Executive Director Molly Olson said the dairy company that purchased the speculative building on Ritz Ave., with plans to manufacture its product in Waynesboro, has been sending
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Fulton commissioner backs voter-suppression boycott against major companies | Afro
ATLANTA DAILY WORLD — Civil rights activists who spoke also noted that in addition to Coke, other companies including Home Depot, UPS, and Aflac may be targeted once the boycott commences April 7. Organizers say companies will be removed from the boycott list if they agree to support pending
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Op-ed: It’s time for a Black woman on the Supreme Court | Afro
By Ben Jealous I am eager to see a brilliant Black woman serving as a U.S. Supreme Court justice. I hope to celebrate her swearing-in later this year. If you’re thinking, “Did I miss something?” the answer is no, there is no vacancy on the Court right now. But there has been talk that Justice
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Judges and experts say judiciary needs greater racial and gender diversity | Afro
By Madison Peek Capital News Service Judges from all levels of the U.S. court system and legal experts told a congressional panel on March 25 that the federal judiciary needed greater racial and gender diversity. “I feel there is a cost when voices are missing from the room,” U.S. District Judge
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New city hall presented
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Maryland General Assembly comes through with police reform | Afro
By Deborah Bailey Special to the AFRO Police reform in Maryland is now the law of the land, thanks to the Maryland General Assembly’s quick action, April 10, to overturn vetoes by Governor Larry Hogan on key measures of the Maryland Police Accountability Act and a related law enforcement measure
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TBE#18 - Message To Grads: Spend Nine Minutes And 29 Seconds To Make A Difference | Afro
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