COMMENTARY They Finally Noticed the Neighborhood
JACKSON ADVOCATE — Neighborhoods across America have seen increasing numbers of homes purchased by investment companies, impacting local families. In response, Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock championed a new federal law to curb large private equity firms from acquiring single-family homes. This legislation, part of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, aims to emphasize that homes are more than just investments. The post COMMENTARY They Finally Noticed the Neighborhood appeared first on BlackPressUSA.
After a Fight for a Permit, Veritas Academy Is Still Standing
MINNESOTA SPOKESMAN-RECORDER — Susie Brooks, founder of Veritas Academy, a classical Christian school in North Branch, overcame a challenging childhood in Nairobi, Kenya. Raised by a mother who survived a traumatic experience, Brooks was a product of rape and lost her mother at age six. She endured years of hardship, without money or family support, after leaving an unkind foster family at 17. The post After a Fight for a Permit, Veritas Academy Is Still Standing appeared first on BlackPressUSA.
‘Michael’s’ Billion-Dollar Success Meets a Stunning Family Reversal
WASHINGTON INFORMER — As the film “Michael” achieved over $1 billion at the box office, making Michael Jackson’s estate the steward of the first music biopic to reach this financial milestone, a federal lawsuit involving the Cascio family has emerged. This suit highlights a complicated history involving financial difficulties for the family and an alleged unpaid $600,000 loan from Michael Jackson. The post ‘Michael’s’ Billion-Dollar Success Meets a Stunning Family Reversal appeared first on BlackPressUSA.
How People Are Fighting Back from Unexpected Expenses
MINNESOTA SPOKESMAN-RECORDER — Many households across the U.S. report that unexpected expenses have negatively impacted their finances, leading to widespread financial strain. Instead of rigid budgets, people are adopting flexible strategies to build financial resilience, including creating emergency funds and tackling high-interest debt. The post How People Are Fighting Back from Unexpected Expenses appeared first on BlackPressUSA.
From Blueprint to Breakthrough: Tackling Affordable Housing in New York City
NEW YORK AMSTERDAM NEWS — Housing shortages continue across the U.S., leading to rising home prices and interest rates that impact homeownership and rental affordability. Reports from Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies and the JPMorgan Chase Institute indicate that renter cost burdens and declining affordability reached record highs in 2023. The post From Blueprint to Breakthrough: Tackling Affordable Housing in New York City appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

Saran Alderson gives new meaning to body-positive art
Houston artist Saran Alderson explores human intimacy and body positivity through her unique creative practice.
HISD approves $2B budget amid shifting reform priorities
HISD approved its budget amid declining enrollment, reform spending, leadership costs, and shifting fiscal priorities.
Meet J’Maine Chubb, the New Texas Southern University CFO
The university is moving toward compliance after a state audit found significant weaknesses.
Between the barriers: How Tomball’s Naomi ‘Peach’ Booker turns hurdles into a craft
Naomi “Peach” Booker proves that hurdling mastery comes through precision, rhythm, discipline, and fearless execution.
Terrance’s Take: Darrell Green football accomplishments don’t tell full story
Darrell Green credits God, not football, for the life he has lived.

The Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center calls for help following break-in
The Harriet Tubman Museum in Maryland, which relies solely on donations, is seeking community support following a recent robbery. A
Black leaders say this is why Todd Blanche is not qualified amid AG confirmation hearing
Critics say the acting attorney general has used the Justice Department to advance President Trump’s political agenda rather than uphold
Diddy offloads one Star Island property for $55 million, keeps the mansion next door
The imprisoned mogul parted with one of his two adjacent Miami estates in an off-market deal. Even from a federal
Nolan Wells’ case to be presented to grand jury as family meets with the Mississippi DA
After meeting with District Attorney, Nolan Wells’ family’s legal team says investigators will jointly examine cellphone evidence This morning, attorney
‘Real Housewives of Atlanta’ star Kelli Potter could have bank accounts seized over $217K debt
“Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Kelli Potter could be at risk of having money seized from her bank accounts after

Skip the Politics. Argue about Protein.
If you want to avoid political disputes this 4th of July weekend, here’s a conversation starter: What’s the healthiest source of protein?
The Rise and Fall of Omega-3s
If this newsletter covered market trends, the title would be something like “The Never-ending Rise of Omega-3s”.
Alcohol, Disease, and the Politics of Health Data
Here’s a simple question: How much alcohol can adults safely consume?
The Ultraprocessed Food Debate
Why are ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) unhealthy?

COMMENTARY: She Is Me — You Are Your First Love Story
THE DALLAS WEEKLY — The article discusses how women often prioritize the needs of others, acting as a source of support and care while neglecting their own well-being. It highlights the tendency for women to extend compassion and commitment to others while withholding these same considerations from themselves. The piece emphasizes the importance of self-love as a necessary foundation for all other relationships. The post COMMENTARY: She Is Me — You Are Your First Love Story appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

Al Sharpton, Martin Luther King III Announce March On Washington
The march is being held to both mark the 63rd anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s “I Have A Dream” speech and advocate for voting rights.
Pete Hegseth Blocks More Women, Black People From Navy Promotions
As a result of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s blatant sexism, this will be the first time in over a decade that no women are promoted to admiral.
Paige Bueckers Says The WNBA Needs Black Women Head Coaches
During a post-game interview following the Dallas Wings' matchup against the Chicago Sky, Paige Bueckers said Black women in the league deserve equal opportunities to coach.

The CDC Foundation launches scholarship fund for descendants of Black men in the untreated syphilis study at Tuskegee

February 28, 2024
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Robert Wood Johnson Foundation contributes $1 million matching donation By Black Headline News ATLANTA, Ga. — The CDC Foundation announced at the beginning of this month a new endowed scholarship program, Voices Today for Change Tomorrow, for descendants of the Black men who were part of the U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS) Study of Untreated Syphilis at Tuskegee and

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