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Gene Grant Named Executive Director of New Mexico Office of African American Affairs

Gene Grant, a familiar face to many New Mexicans as the longtime host of PBS’s “New Mexico In Focus,” has been appointed as the new...

by Alexandria Green-Jones October 30, 2025November 24, 2025

Business National Technology

Seattle startup, Partnex, launches AI powered B2B matchmaking platform to transform business partnerships

Partnex, an AI-powered business partnership and lead-generation platform, today announced its official launch, offering small and mid-sized businesses a faster, smarter, and more human way...

by Staff October 29, 2025November 3, 2025

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107 Days: Kamala Harris’ book rockets off the shelves in first week

Another wave of bomb threats has shaken historically Black colleges and universities, with Morgan State University and Towson University in Maryland the latest to be forced into emergency measures on Tuesday.

by Staff October 2, 2025November 3, 2025

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Brunch is the word! Zanti Cucina Italiana throws a Grease-inspired bash in River Oaks

On Saturday, September 20, the popular Italian hotspot nestled in the River Oaks Shopping Center is throwing a Grease-themed brunch party that promises to be electrifyin’ in every way. Running from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, this isn’t just brunch—it’s a time warp into the world of slicked-back hair, jukebox jams, and spiked milkshakes.

by Editor-in-Chief September 16, 2025September 16, 2025

National News Technology

AmeriStarRail pushes plan to put coach riders on high-speed Libertyliner 250 trains

Coach passengers, who make up the majority of Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor ridership, are being left behind as the railroad launched its new Acela service. AmeriStarRail, a Delaware-based company, says that exclusion not only discriminates against everyday riders but also risks safety by keeping millions on aging equipment that has been in service for half a century.

by Staff September 7, 2025September 7, 2025

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Precarious Time: Black Labor Day 2025

Labor Day 2025 seems like a good time to ask a long neglected question: What is the State of Black Work Life in America?

by Staff August 31, 2025September 7, 2025

Business National News

Billionaires pay lower effective tax rates than average Americans, new data show

A new study by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) reveals that America’s wealthiest billionaires pay a lower share of their income in taxes than most workers and even less than the national average.

by Staff August 31, 2025August 31, 2025

Business Housing

Homes 4 the Homeless and NESSEL Housing sign first U.S. licensee to deliver disaster relief homes

As Texas continues to recover from devastating floods, one San Antonio entrepreneur is stepping up with a bold solution. Barron Perales has officially become the...

by Staff August 21, 2025August 26, 2025

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LAMIK Beauty Launches in Nordstrom with Houston Galleria Event

Houston’s own Kim Roxie, founder of LAMIK Beauty, is leveling up! The vegan, clean beauty brand is officially hitting the shelves at Nordstrom, with a...

by Alexandria Green-Jones August 14, 2025August 25, 2025

Business Events

Last day to apply for Invest Fest’s second annual $25,000 grant program to fuel Black entrepreneurship

Atlanta-based, leading men’s head-to-toe grooming brand BEVEL, is proud to partner with Invest Fest, presented by Earn Your Leisure, for its second annual $25,000 BEVEL Vendor Marketplace Grant....

by Staff August 11, 2025August 14, 2025