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Monthly Archives: April 2025
Toxic waste cleanups take longer in marginalized communities
Toxic cleanups lag in marginalized Bay Area communities, worsening health risks.
For the first time in 24 years, the NBA Foundation’s All Star-Pitch Competition returns...
NBA All-Star Pitch spotlighted Black-led AI startups tackling community challenges.
Black Cinema Consortium 40th anniversary highlights Black film, social change and economic inclusion in...
Black Cinema Consortium celebrates 40 years with films and panels highlighting Black film history and equity.
US premiere of solo tribute to Bob Marley: ‘How Reggae Changed the World’
San Francisco – San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF) is pleased to present the Bay Area debut of Duane Forrest of Toronto, Canada, with...
Policymakers, advocates and worried Californians join forces to save Medi-Cal
Californians rally to protect Medi-Cal, Social Security, and Medicaid from federal cuts.
Remembering Bobby Hutton
Article highlights Li’l Bobby Hutton’s role as an early member of the Black Panther Party, and his tragic killing by police at age 17.
Decoding Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance: Experts weigh in on the symbolism, politics and...
Experts analyze Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime performance, breaking down its symbolism, politics, and cultural significance.
Black leadership in action: Congresswoman Lateefah Simon and California Controller Malia Cohen on justice,...
by Kevin Epps
As the nation faces a shifting political and social landscape, leaders steadfastly committed to justice, equity and inclusion continue to push forward.
Among...
Pennsylvania Supreme Court denies Mumia Abu-Jamal permission to appeal
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court denied Mumia Abu-Jamal’s request to appeal, ending his Pennsylvania legal challenge to overturn his conviction.
Why does America keep punishing Haitians for wanting freedom?
Why does America keep punishing Haitians for wanting freedom? Over and over again, Haitians must fight for benefits they are denied mainly because they are Black.
HBCU Classics: NBA All-Star Wins With Positivity in Oakland
by Dr. Tiffany Caesar
Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, the Oakland Arena experienced a surge of HBCU alumni as more than 19,000 fans packed the...