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Education Dept. dismissed 90% of discrimination cases, report finds

At the same time, the Government Accountability Office found that the administration’s attempt to lay off about half of the department’s Office for Civil Rights — a move that was challenged in court — may have cost taxpayers as much as $38 million over the nine months it took to resolve the case.

by Staff March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

National News Opinion

OP-ED: 100 years of Black workers telling the truth

History provides a framework for understanding what happened in Minnesota this January, when Black journalists Don Lemon and Georgia Fort were arrested after covering a protest inside a church opposing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the area. The message was unmistakable: documenting dissent can itself be treated as a crime.

by Staff March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

Viral Violence: Death of 12-year-old Jada West renews debate over online fight culture

The death of 12-year-old Jada West is reigniting national concerns about youth violence and the growing influence of online fight culture, where altercations are often...

by Alexandria Green-Jones March 10, 2026March 11, 2026

Health & Wellness National News

Why breast cancer is more deadly for Black women

Black women are more than 40% more likely to die from breast cancer than white women. Experts say disparities in screening, treatment access and tumor biology all play a role.

by Editor-in-Chief March 9, 2026March 11, 2026

Black woman speaking with a doctor about breast cancer screening and health risks

Health & Wellness News

How to talk to your doctor about statin intolerance

However, up to 30% of adults in the United States have some degree of statin intolerance, according to research published in the “Journal of Clinical Lipidology.” Possible signs or symptoms of statin intolerance are muscle aches and cramps, fatigue, weakness, elevated liver enzymes and the onset of diabetes or impaired glucose tolerance.

by Staff March 9, 2026March 9, 2026

Community Events Health & Wellness Local News

Darling Dash returns to raise sickle cell awareness 25 years after Devaughn Darling’s death

The 16th Annual Darling Dash returns to Sugar Land Memorial Park, honoring Devaughn Darling and raising awareness about sickle cell disease and trait risks.

by Editor-in-Chief March 7, 2026March 11, 2026

Devard Darling speaks about Darling Dash.

Community Health & Wellness Lifestyle News

Why Houston’s Stop the Silence Walk matters for Black women facing breast cancer

More than 3,000 participants are expected to attend the annual walk supporting Black breast cancer survivors and promoting early detection.

by Editor-in-Chief March 7, 2026March 9, 2026

Local News Politics

What Black women voters want from James Talarico after the Texas Democratic primary

With the Democratic primary for Texas’ U.S. Senate race now settled, state Rep. James Talarico faces a new challenge: earning the support of Black women voters who strongly backed U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett.

by Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2026March 11, 2026

Eats & Tweets News

Mouthwatering Wednesday: Game Day Buffalo Chicken Dip

This Game Day Buffalo Chicken Dip is a perfect solution for firing up your crowd as it requires little preparation so you save precious time before kickoff. Whether you bake shortly before the game begins or make it ahead of time for a parking lot party, simply keep it warm and serve with chips or veggie sticks for a quick, shareable appetizer.

by Staff March 4, 2026March 7, 2026

Family Housing Lifestyle News

Let’s stay together: How multigenerational living can strengthen Southern Black families

As housing costs rise, multigenerational living can provide stability for Southern Black families, enhancing their generational wealth through multigenerational living Southern Black families.

by Editor-in-Chief March 4, 2026March 11, 2026