A 31-year-old Haitian asylum seeker was found dead at a Pittsburgh bus stop just days after being released from federal immigration custody. Attorneys and advocacy groups are calling for answers about the circumstances surrounding her release and death.
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An AFRO editorial by Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper warns that escalating rhetoric from the 47th president toward Iran risks normalizing mass destruction, endangering millions of civilian lives and increasing the likelihood of catastrophic conflict, while urging Congress to reassert its constitutional authority over war.
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By Megan SaylesAFRO Staff Writermsayles@afro.com Black Voters Matter (BVM) led a virtual briefing with Black media on April 1, alerting people to escalating attacks on voting rights and urging them to remain vigilant ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Leaders highlighted current legislative proposals and court cases that could redefine voter access nationwide, particularly in […]
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Black Voters Matter held a briefing with Black media on April 2 to alert communities to escalating threats to voting rights ahead of the 2026 midterms. Leaders emphasized the need for vigilance and outlined the organization’s “We Got Us” campaign to support voter education, civic engagement and local resources.
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By Delaware State University Delaware State University’s Department of Human Services proudly hosted its third annual Women’s Conference, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,” bringing together students, faculty and community leaders for a day of empowerment, dialogue and inspiration. Held at the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center, the conference focused on advancing […]
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