Nearly half of those serving life sentences and more than half of those sentenced to life without parole are Black. The disparities are particularly stark among younger populations, with 70,000 individuals currently serving life sentences for offenses committed before the age of 25.
The landlords named in the lawsuit are headquartered in cities such as Charleston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, and Atlanta.
Preparation and prevention play important roles before a bug hits, but it’s also valuable to know how to effectively treat an illness and keep your loved ones from getting sick.
Following the release of Lil Baby's highly-anticipated album WHAM, the Grammy-nominated superstar returns with his new video "By Myself," featuring Rod Wave and Rylo Rodriguez.
Baby, it may be cold outside but Houston is about to heat up Wednesday as Hollywood heartthrob Morris Chestnut is making a special appearance at Total Wine & More on Katy Freeway. Known for his smoldering good looks, charismatic charm, and unforgettable roles in films like The Best Man and Boyz n the Hood, Chestnut is stepping into the spirits game with the launch of his premium liquor brand, Sable Bourbon.
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At a time when children need increased support to prosper, a new analysis of government spending in 2024 indicates that funding for programs benefitting the youngest Americans – those below the age of 3 – is falling short.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has awarded $1 million in planning grants to 14 states as part of the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid Demonstration Program. Funded through the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act of 2022, the program aims to address the ongoing mental health and substance use crises nationwide.
The White House explained in a release that the action would remove $49 billion in unpaid medical bills, benefiting 15 million Americans by raising credit scores and improving access to home loans, cars, and small businesses.
In a historic session on January 6, 2025, Vice President Kamala Harris presided over the certification of the 2024 presidential election results, officially confirming Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States. This event, marking a significant moment in American democracy, proceeded smoothly, underscoring the nation's commitment to the peaceful transfer of power, unlike what happened years ago.