Source: Alex Wong / Getty Ahead of the state’s elections last November, the Virginia Grand Assembly made the shocking decision to begin a redistricting effort to counter Republican efforts to gerrymander their way to a victory in this year’s midterm elections. Predictably, Virginia Republicans weren’t thrilled about the surprise redistricting effort and have tried to […]
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Crockett gracefully conceded, calling for Democratic unity to win Texas and the nation. Source: Ron Jenkins / Getty – Jasmine Crockett speaks with supporters during her Senate Primary election night party on March 3, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. Jasmine Crockett officially conceded the Texas Democratic Senate primary on March 4, marking the conclusion of a […]
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Source: Kris Connor / Getty – Rev. Jesse Jackson’s homegoing service will be held March 6 and 7. Chicago will become the center of reflection and remembrance on March 6 and 7 as political leaders, civil rights advocates, entertainers, and community members gather to celebrate the extraordinary life of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, according to […]
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Source: Grant Baldwin / Getty This week, the road to the midterms formally begins as primary elections are held in several states to determine the nominees for this November. Despite the rampant unpopularity of President Donald Trump, the Democratic Party is still facing widespread disapproval for its tepid response to the Trump administration and lack […]
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Source: VALERIE MACON / Getty Viola Davis is once again proving why she’s one of the most beloved figures in Hollywood. The internet has been buzzing about Davis’ unforgettable reaction when Michael B. Jordan won Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role at the SAG Actor Awards on March 1. As she presented […]
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Source: Anadolu / Getty On Saturday, many of us woke up to the news that the United States and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran. This has been a confusing, fast-moving, and continually changing situation that raises plenty of questions. Below you’ll find everything we know about the ongoing conflict in Iran. Why Did The […]
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Source: Tom Williams / Getty President Donald Trump used his Feb. 24, 2026 State of the Union address to spotlight what he described as a triumphant first year back in the White House, pointing to immigration crackdowns, tariffs and economic policy as proof of what he called a “turnaround for the ages.” Over the course […]
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Source: Iona Wolff / Getty The fallout from the 2026 BAFTA Awards is still unfolding after a shocking moment during the ceremony reignited conversations about race, disability and accountability. Read more about the BAFTA N-word controversy and how this Black woman with Tourette’s offers important context. According to reporting from The Guardian, Tourette syndrome activist John […]
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Source: NurPhoto / Getty Last week, a Black United States Postal Service carrier in north central Georgia was shot and killed while on the job, and on Wednesday, authorities, including multiple local and federal agencies, confirmed the arrest of one person of interest, alleged to be connected to the shooting. According to Fox 5 Atlanta, […]
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Source: Najlah Feanny / Getty UPDATE — Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, 11:40 a.m. EST: We love our Black celebrities. Period. No matter how famous they get or how big the stages become, there’s always a different kind of pride that comes with seeing Black folks win. It feels personal, like their success is proof that […]
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Source: Albany Times Union/Hearst Newspapers / Getty When Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the 111th Mayor of New York City on Jan. 1, 2026, he entered office with a clear mandate: tackle affordability, restore trust in government, and reimagine how the city serves working people. A self-described Democratic Socialist, Mamdani has spent his first […]
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Source: Hesse K-8 School / facebook Community members are mourning the loss of Dr. Linda Davis, a Chatham County–based special education teacher who died the morning of Feb. 16 after her vehicle was struck by Oscar Vasquez-Lopez, a man authorities say was fleeing ICE agents when he crashed into her car, as NewsOne previously reported. […]
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Source: Hesse K-8 School / facebook There was another unnecessary casualty in ICE’s immigration campaign on Monday, after a schoolteacher in Savannah died when a man being pursued by ICE crashed into her car. According to the New York Times, ICE agents were attempting to pull over 38-year-old Oscar Vasquez Lopez, an undocumented man from […]
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