A new volume in “The Papers of Martin Luther King Jr.” archive reveals powerful insights into King’s relentless work and the everyday people—like Mother Pollard—who helped shape the Civil Rights Movement.
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Trump’s massive bill turns America into a police state
President Trump’s sweeping new spending bill slashes Medicaid and the ACA while funneling billions into ICE’s enforcement budget — including the creation of a centralized citizenship registry. Critics call it a dangerous move toward a surveillance state.
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The Big Beautiful Bill ‘greenlights pollution’
Signed on July 4, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act eliminates the EPA’s Environmental and Climate Justice Program, slashes grant funding, and rolls back air and water protections. Lawsuits are underway, but the future of climate justice remains uncertain.
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Trump’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ sparks national outrage
The new “Alligator Alcatraz” detention facility in Florida is raising alarms among advocates nationwide, including here in Minnesota, who warn it may signal a wider expansion of unjust immigrant detention practices.
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Savannah Tribune celebrates 150th anniversary
Celebrating 150 years of Black-owned journalism, The Savannah Tribune reflects a powerful legacy of resistance, culture, and community.
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Black astronaut celebrates the journey from slave ship to spaceship
Thirty years after becoming the first Black man to walk in space, Dr. Bernard Harris Jr. is headed to the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame. He continues to empower underserved youth through STEM education and outreach.
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US Presidency openly for sale
Donald Trump’s presidency is marked by unprecedented profiteering, as personal business ventures thrive under an administration with little oversight or accountability.
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PBS and rural TV station sue Trump
PBS and Lakeland PBS are suing President Trump, alleging his executive order cutting public broadcasting funds violates free speech protections.
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Congresswoman on official business accused of unauthorized entry
Congresswoman LaMonica McIver faces federal charges after a tense ICE detention facility visit. The arrest is sparking national outrage and legal debate.
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For Black students, college affordability now at risk
Congress is considering a bill that could reduce Pell Grant funding for low-income students, potentially making it harder for Black, low-income students to afford a bachelor’s degree and discouraging them from pursuing higher education.
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Congress honors Black female WWII unit
The Congressional Gold Medal was awarded to the “Six Triple Eight”, an all-female, all-Black unit that served in Europe during World War II, for their efforts to clear a backlog of 17 million pieces of mail in three months.
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DEI attacks are backlash for Black progress
Black students are disproportionately impacted by the rollback of inclusion, equity and diversity policies, as they have made significant progress in high school graduation rates and are underrepresented on college campuses due to a lack of resources and funding in K-12 schools.
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Trump tariffs causing worldwide instability
The IMF has published its latest World Economic Outlook, which predicts global GDP growth of 2.8% in 2025 and 3.0% in 2026, but with a significant downward revision from previous forecasts due to increased uncertainty caused by the recent tariff events.
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Black history purge hits Smithsonian
Trump officials are dismantling Smithsonian exhibits depicting African American history, including the 1960 Woolworth’s lunch counter sit-in exhibit, and returning items to their rightful owners, while civil rights leaders are seeing their history returned behind the scenes.
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Caregivers of Young Children Report Difficulty Accessing Essentials from Food Pantries
One in three families with young children experienced material hardship in one or more areas of basic needs, with food being the most common issue, and many caregivers rely on food pantries to help feed their children and families.
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Houston Hospice aims to bridge equity gap in end-of-life care for Black communities
Hospice care is often misunderstood and underused, especially in Black communities, but organizations such as Houston Hospice are working to educate the public and healthcare professionals about the benefits of hospice care and provide culturally tailored education to ensure that all communities have access to end-of-life care.
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Viewing Art Can Boost Mental Well-Being, Study Finds
A new study published in The Journal of Positive Psychology reveals that viewing visual art, whether in a museum, hospital, or online, can significantly enhance a person’s sense of well-being by fostering meaning in life and promoting personal growth.
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Trump Moves to Expose MLK Files — Critics Warn of Smear Campaign
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to declassify records related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., but some are concerned that the release of these documents could damage the public reputation of Dr. King.
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Jails Packed with Minor Offenders, New National Data Shows
The Jail Data Initiative has released data showing that over 7.6 million people were jailed in the US in 2023, with more than a third of those admissions being for misdemeanor offenses and over a million for probation or parole violations.
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Shannon Sharpe Faces Serious Allegations, Denies All Wrongdoing as Legal Process Begins
Shannon Sharpe is facing a civil lawsuit alleging sexual assault, battery, and emotional abuse, which he has denied and pledged to defend against.