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This is Alabama The Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance (CARA) recently announced the launch of the Jefferson County Micro Business Accelerator, an innovative initiative designed to propel small businesses toward growth and long-term success. The program, made available through the collaboration of area chambers of commerce and economic development organizations, aims to revolutionize the trajectory of […]

Birmingham Public Library An Information Empowerment Series is underway at Titusville Branch Library, #2 6th Avenue SW. The bi-weekly series kicked off on July 11. On Thursday, July 25, the topic was “Getting and Keeping a Roof Over Your head.” The next session will be on Thursday, August 8. The topic will be Public Benefits […]

Paris kicked off its first Summer Olympics in a century with a rain-soaked, rule-breaking opening ceremony featuring stars and fantasy along the Seine River, celebrating its reputation as a cradle of revolution and its ambition to host the first Games with equal numbers of men and women competing.
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Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka, and Sha’Carri Richardson are among the Black women athletes who are leading the way in prioritizing mental health and vulnerability in their careers, setting an example for others to follow.
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The 2024 Paris Olympics are underway and athletes such as Sha’Carri Richardson, Gabby Thomas, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Noah Lyles, Grant Holloway, and the US Women’s Gymnastics team are among those to watch as they compete for gold medals.
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The D.C. State Board of Education has endorsed a call to cut deference to donor families and halt legacy admissions in the District’s private and public colleges, arguing that it stifles diversity and prevents low-income and Black and Brown students from accessing equitable opportunity.
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Vice President Kamala Harris has received the endorsements of Barack and Michelle Obama for her 2024 Democratic presidential bid, following President Joe Biden’s endorsement earlier this month.
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D.C. leaders gathered to celebrate the John Lewis National Day of Commemoration and Action, honoring the civil rights leader’s legacy and emphasizing the importance of voting and statehood for the District.
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By Carol Robinson An Alabama pastor whose grandson is accused in the horrific killings of his wife and four children chronicled what happened in the immediate moments before and after the deadly shootings. The Rev. Allan Kendrick, who […]

By Ruth Serven Smith If Kamala Harris becomes the new Democratic pick for presidential candidate in 2024, she’ll need to choose a vice president, and fast. President Joe Biden made a blockbuster announcement Sunday that […]

Netflix’s UNTOLD documentary series will return next month featuring an episode about the murder of former Alcorn State and NFL quarterback legend Steve McNair. The McNair doc is part of a three-week event that will […]

By Mark Inabinett Dallas Turner signed his first NFL contract with the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, the team announced, bringing all the players with Alabama football roots picked in the 2024 NFL Draft under contract […]

City of Birmingham Mayor Randall L. Woodfin has announced the City of Birmingham will stage a Pride Where I Reside city-wide cleanup for Saturday, August 3. The day will be a work day for multiple city departments and divisions, including public works, code enforcement, and parks and recreation. Residents, organizations and businesses are encouraged to […]

By KIM CHANDLER | Associated Press The first Black mayor of a small Alabama town who had been locked out of town hall by white officials is returning to the job. Mayor Patrick Braxton is being recognized as the mayor of the town of Newbern, under a lawsuit settlement ending a long-running dispute over control […]

Bill Cobbs, an Emmy-winning actor and Inland Empire resident, was celebrated for his illustrious career and mentoring of young and old, while his family mourns his passing and remembers him for his humility, honesty, and generosity.
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The Little Miss Black US of A pageant is returning to Maryland to inspire the next generation of young Black girls to serve their communities, showcase their beauty, intellect and talent, and develop their leadership skills.
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Project 2025, a far-right plan to end the American democracy and turn America into an autocracy, has been endorsed by over a hundred far-right organizations and is opposed by the majority of Americans due to its potential harm to healthcare, education, and climate change.
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President Joe Biden announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race in an 11-minute speech from the Oval Office, citing his accomplishments over the last four years and his commitment to tackle issues such as Supreme Court reform and gun violence.
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By Carol Robinson A Montgomery teen has been charged with capital murder in the fatal shooting of another man during a robbery. My’Quan Shyki Morris, 18, is charged in the July 16 slaying 20-year-old Kavone Mosquera, […]

The D.C. State Board of Education has endorsed a call to eliminate legacy and donor preferences in college admissions, arguing that it stifles diversity and prevents low-income and Black and Brown students from accessing equitable opportunity.
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By Ameera Steward | The Birmingham Times With a love for creativity and self-expression, the men behind the Broken Dreams clothing brand knew they were destined to partner for a bigger purpose. After much deliberation, Jonathan Blanks, Carlton Gamble, and Anthony Sears, who’ve known each other since high school, decided to collaborate and debut their […]

By Ameera Steward | For The Birmingham Times Many Birmingham residents wear the brand, many Birmingham residents know the brand, however, not many know the faces behind the brand. Broken Dreams is a southern streetwear brand founded on dedication, loyalty and the ambition to never stop working towards your dreams. It’s the team’s goal to provide […]

By Alaina Bookman | abookman@al.com This is another installment in Birmingham Times/AL.com/CBS42 joint series “Beyond the Violence: what can be done to address Birmingham’s rising homicide rate.”  Kings Kids Outreach, a nonprofit created to help Jefferson County and Birmingham youth, started with just two people. In 2012, Eric Jones, who often volunteered with youth throughout the city, got […]

By Nicole S. Daniel | The Birmingham Times (This profile appeared originally in the Nov. 2, 2022 edition of the Birmingham Times and has been updated) While attending Auburn University in Montgomery (AUM), Delicia Mason did her clinicals at Children’s of Alabama and knew that the facility was the only place she wanted to work. […]

DEJUANA THOMPSON ON STEPPING DOWN FROM BCRI TO FOCUS ON VOTING RIGHTS; BIRMINGHAMTIMES.COM, JULY 19.

As we continue our series on water safety in pools and/or lakes, we want to address water level protection in pools this week. This topic is worthy of our attention as were the others. So, let’s dive right in. Pool and spa safety covers are always a good choice, but it is recommended you choose […]

By Mark Inabinett Three former Alabama players have been sidelined for the opening of NFL training camps by being placed on the physically-unable-to-perform list. Receiving the designation this weekend were Detroit Lions defensive back Brian Branch, Denver Broncos linebacker Drew […]

By Mark Inabinett Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is ranked 10 spots higher in “The Top 100 NFL Players of 2024” than he was in “The Top 100 NFL Players of 2023.” The NFL Network began to […]

BY ALEXANDER WILLIS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A growing number of Alabama hospitals may soon lose inpatient services, most notably obstetrical and mental health care, due to seeking financial assistance from a federal program that comes with […]

by Nicole Joseph Growing up, most people heard the elders in our family say, “stop cracking your knuckles because it’ll cause arthritis!” Without fully understanding the impact of arthritis, it was clear that we didn’t want […]

by Evan Bollinger While going to the pediatrician isn’t always a fun experience, there are many ways to improve it. Does your child get nervous or anxious? Do you get nervous or anxious, unsure of what issues may crop up […]

by DeMario Easley Many Americans brush their teeth twice a day, but only a few of them are flossing daily. Some dentists even suggest that flossing is more important than actually flossing. Although brushing is what […]