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SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A proposed voting bill aimed at expanding ballot access in Alabama is gaining renewed attention as it moves forward in the state legislature, sparking strong reactions from both supporters […]

By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times A new chapter of sisterhood, strength, and self-discovery is unfolding in the Magic City — and it’s arriving on national television. The ladies of Belle Collective: Birmingham are bringing Birmingham’s vibrancy, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit to the forefront, and in doing so, they are telling stories that deeply […]

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Twickenham Town Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) has received national recognition for its efforts to preserve and honor local African American history. The chapter’s Glenwood […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A daily multivitamin—long considered a simple nutritional safety net—may offer a surprising benefit: helping slow the body’s biological aging process. New research published in Nature Medicine suggests that […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Tuskegee University’s Marching Crimson Pipers are stepping into the national spotlight after appearing in T.I.’s latest music video, “Trauma Bond,” blending HBCU tradition with mainstream hip-hop culture. Released March 18, […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A tense postgame exchange during the NCAA Women’s Final Four has sparked a broader conversation about respect, leadership, and the treatment of Black women in sports. CIAA Commissioner […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS WASHINGTON, D.C. — Howard University is turning one of hip hop’s most influential voices into a powerful teaching tool, launching a new course inspired by Cardi B’s cultural impact, music strategy, […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Residents are invited to get active and enjoy the outdoors at the 17th Annual Mayor’s Bike Ride, set for Saturday, May 2, at Big Spring Park. The family-friendly […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville is turning Earth Month into a citywide movement, calling on residents to step outside, give back, and take pride in keeping their communities clean and beautiful. Throughout […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — As summer approaches, Huntsville Parks & Recreation is gearing up to provide families with safe, engaging, and affordable options for children through its highly anticipated 2026 summer camp […]

By: REV. DR. ISAIAH ROBINSON, JR.     KEY VERSE: There will always be poor people in the land.  Therefore I command you to be openhanded toward your fellow Israelites who are poor and needy in […]

By Office of the Maryland Comptroller Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman today announced that Chief of Staff Rianna Matthews-Brown will depart the Office of the Comptroller of Maryland on April 30, concluding her tenure as a senior leader in the agency during a period of significant transformation and growth. Matthews-Brown was the first African-American person to […]
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A delegation from Alabama A&M University participated in a two-day workshop in Washington-Dulles, Va., to strengthen research capacity and strategic planning for institutions competing in the National Science Foundation Regional Innovations Engines program. The workshop, […]

Two Alabama A&M University faculty members are leading an initiative to expand professional and leadership opportunities for women educators across North Alabama through the creation of a new Huntsville-area chapter of the National Sorority of […]

Alabama A&M University senior Makahla Riley, a business management major from Huntsville, Alabama, is one of seven recipients of the Black-Tie Scholarship to be recognized at this year’s event. Riley, a transfer student who has […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS NATIONWIDE — What began as a routine dental visit has turned into a life-altering medical crisis for a Texas father, raising awareness about how quickly infections can escalate. Davon Vanterpool, a […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MOBILE, Ala. — A Louisiana man wanted in connection with the Easter Sunday killings of his mother and grandmother has been arrested in Alabama after authorities say he attempted to hide […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS DOTHAN, Ala. — A late-night burglary attempt took an unexpected turn when a suspect fell through the ceiling and was later apprehended by police after fleeing the scene. Jacob Mark Wilson […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A student at Grissom High School was arrested after a firearm was discovered in a vehicle on campus, prompting swift action from school officials and law enforcement. According […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Alabama House of Representatives has passed a bill to reshape how public schools are evaluated, sparking both support and concern among lawmakers and educators. House Bill 604, […]

Legislation seeking to force Montgomery to hire more police officers ignores reality and basic common sense. By Josh Moon What exactly do Alabama Republicans want the people in Montgomery to do?  Over the course of […]

Jimmie Williams is CEO and president of the Washington Literacy Center and Adrian Jordan is a member of the board and works for Elevance Health. In this piece, they posit that improving adult literacy in Washington, D.C., is essential to strengthening public health, economic opportunity and civic participation, particularly as new challenges like ranked-choice voting emerge.
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By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama lawmakers are moving forward with a major investment in education, as the State Senate has approved a $10.5 billion education budget that includes pay raises for teachers […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — One of America’s most iconic voices in television, theater, and education is headed to Huntsville to celebrate the next generation of leaders. Oakwood University has announced that award-winning […]

By Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times “I feel like I came from the ocean,” Birmingham-based poet Kwoya Fagin Maples says when asked about the inspiration for her newest poetry collection, Long Eye. Long Eye is described as “a sea-bound collection that channels the mythic, defiant voice of a Black Mermaid.” In the poems, […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS WASHINGTON — A proposed shift in how federal student loans are managed is drawing sharp criticism from U.S. Senate Democrats, who say the move could create confusion and worsen an already […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A growing national health movement is gaining traction across the Tennessee Valley, as advocates call for stronger protections against emerging contaminants in drinking water and food systems. The […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS COURTLAND, Ala. — A major federal contract is bringing new attention and economic impact to North Alabama, as Lockheed Martin Space secures a $1.36 billion U.S. Navy contract modification tied to […]

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Angela Y. Davis, a professor emerita of History of Consciousness and Feminist Studies at the University of California, Santa Cruz, spoke to a full audience at Morgan State University about her life, activism, and the importance of collective responsibility to create a better world.
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For Rita McArn, moving to Bakersfield from Kansas City was an act of faith. She came to be close to her family and for the weather. Today, she is one of the first residents of the newly opened 610 4th Street Apartments, a 16‑unit senior affordable housing development quietly transforming a corner of southeast Bakersfield.

Every election cycle, the conversation starts the same way. Campaigns announce their outreach. Candidates say our name. They show up at our churches, our sorority events, our community gatherings.

After decades of persistent flooding and property damage, Turner Station, a historic Black community in Baltimore County, has received a federal grant to the tune of $3.15 million for flood resiliency and mitigation upgrades. Congressman Kweisi Mfume (D-MD-07), alongside Baltimore County Executive Katherine Klausmeier and leaders from Turner Station Conservation Teams, announced the funding on March 12.

After a groundbreaking lunar mission, the Pomona native reflects a new generation of possibility