The State Department has announced the launch of an online passport renewal service, which is expected to be used by up to 5 million Americans annually.
Stacy M. Brown
Stacy M. Brown is the NNPA Newswire senior national correspondent. I'm the co-author of Blind Faith: The Miraculous Journey of Lula Hardaway and her son, Stevie Wonder (Simon & Schuster) and Michael Jackson: The Man Behind The Mask, An Insider's Account of the King of Pop (Select Books Publishing, Inc.) My work can often be found in the Washington Informer, Baltimore Times, Philadelphia Tribune, Pocono Record, the New York Post, and Black Press USA.
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Stevie Wonder aims to spread joy on new tour ahead of election; visits Mpls. on Oct. 27
Stevie Wonder is embarking on a 10-show “Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart” tour this fall, offering free tickets to individuals working to mend the nation’s broken heart and advocating for unity and healing.
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Federal charges filed against Sean ‘P Diddy’ Combs for sex trafficking, racketeering
Sean “P Diddy” Combs has been charged with racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution following his arrest in New York City.
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Iconic Jackson 5 member Tito Jackson dies at 70
Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70 after a heart attack, leaving behind a legacy of chart-topping hits and a lasting impact on the music industry.
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Fearless Fund vows to continue supporting women of color after settling lawsuit
The Fearless Fund, a venture capital firm dedicated to supporting women of color entrepreneurs, has settled a lawsuit brought by the American Alliance for Equal Rights.
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Harris dominates first presidential debate as Trump struggles to defend record
Vice President Kamala Harris dominated the first presidential debate against former President Donald Trump by most accounts.
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James Earl Jones, iconic voice of Darth Vader and EGOT winner, dies at 93
James Earl Jones, the legendary actor known for his iconic voice and roles in Star Wars, The Lion King, and The Great White Hope, has passed away at the age of 93.
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New report exposes tax system’s role in widening racial wealth gap
The report by Color of Change and Americans for Tax Fairness exposes the deep racial inequities in the U.S. tax system and calls for reforms to narrow the racial wealth gap.
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HUD awards $31.7 million to support fair housing organizations nationwide
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded $31.7 million in grants to 75 fair housing organizations.
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Trump’s campaign rallies in racist ‘sundown towns’ sparks criticism
Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign is drawing criticism for its choice of rally locations, which are towns with deeply racist histories known as “sundown towns.”
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VP Harris outlines vision for America in CNN interview
Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz sat down for their first major interview since President Joe Biden withdrew from the race.
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Unearthed documents expose journalist’s role in distorting Emmett Till’s story
Newly discovered notes from journalist shows his reporting withheld information.
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The Obamas electrify second night of the DNC
Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered powerful speeches at the Democratic National Convention.
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Democrats rally behind Harris, salute Biden at DNC opening night
The DNC was a battle cry, with speakers celebrating President Biden’s legacy and rallying behind VP Kamala Harris.
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Chicago becomes a fortress as Democratic National Convention begins amid heightened security
Chicago has implemented extensive security measures including road closures, security gates, and tamper-evident manhole covers, to ensure the safety of the Democratic National Convention.
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Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument established
President Joe Biden has established the Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument in Springfield, Illinois.
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Biden administration secures victory in Medicare drug price negotiations, projected to save billions
The White House revealed that the newly negotiated prices could save U.S. taxpayers a staggering $6 billion.
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Mainstream media under scrutiny for keeping Trump campaign’s leaked documents hidden
The mainstream media has been handed confidential material from the Trump campaign, but unlike Hillary Clinton’s hacked emails, the media has not published Trump’s.
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Biden-Harris administration launch ‘Time Is Money’ initiative to advance consumer safeguards
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have launched “Time Is Money,” a government-wide initiative to stop corporations from imposing excessive paperwork.
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Project 2025: A dire threat to America’s educational and social fabric
Project 2025, a conservative plan, threatens to eliminate funding for low-income schools, jeopardizing over 180,000 teaching positions, and undermining public education.