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By Scott Turner Memorial Parkway has become ground zero for Huntsville’s growth. Mixed-use buildings such as Constellation, Eclipse and Front Row are popping up in areas around the Von Braun Center and Big Spring Park. Hotels […]

By Jeremy Gray U.S. Senator Katie Britt denounced what her office is describing as Mexico’s militarized seizure of Birmingham-based Vulcan Materials port facility at Punta Venado in Quintana Roo. “President Biden must raise this directly with […]

By Ryan Michaels The Birmingham Times Dozens of Birmingham area residents, many of whom had been released after serving time in jail or prison for non-violent offenses, left Boutwell Auditorium on Tuesday with job interviews and access to housing opportunities and other resources. John Gross, who was charged with a misdemeanor in 2018, said he’s […]

By Nicole S. Daniel The Birmingham Times Elected officials, community leaders, and residents gathered at the YWCA’s Central Alabama location Tuesday evening to begin the Y’s 120-year celebration. LaRhonda Magras CEO of YWCA Central Alabama said she wanted to use the occasion to let people know all of the services offered by the organization. “I […]

BY JE’DON HOLLOWAY-TALLEY Special to the Birmingham Times “You Had Me at Hello’’ highlights married couples and the love that binds them. If you would like to be considered for a future “Hello’’ column, or know someone, please send nominations to Barnett Wright bwright@birminghamtimes.com. Include the couple’s name, contact number(s) and what makes their love […]

In accordance with Alabama State Act 71-1320, and City Council Resolution No. 22-744, dated 9/22/2022 Published by Speakin’ Out Weekly News on Wednesday, March 22, 2023

The Planning Commission of the City of Huntsville, Alabama, shall meet on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 5 p.m. Published by Speakin’ Out Weekly News on Wednesday, March 22, 2023

An action to quiet title having been filed in the Circuit Court of Madison County, Alabama, as case # CV2022-900025.00 Published by Speakin’ Out Weekly News on Wednesday, March 22, 2023

The blues community came out in support of and in celebration of the annual Babe’s and Ricky’s Inn Memorial and Reunion Jam, Saturday, March 18, 2023, at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center in historic Leimert Park Village.

USC will once again host one of the biggest literary festivals, this side of the Mississippi. Books, books and more books are the main focus.

On his trip to California last week, President Biden first stopped in San Diego to meet with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

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Last year, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the state’s #CaliforniansForAll College Corps program which has so far provided $10,000 grants to some 6,500 low-income college students as a stipend in exchange for their community service work. 

The State of the Black Press in America in 2023 is strong, resilient, and getting stronger day by day.

Former President Barack Obama’s signature piece of legislation has proved the gift that’s kept on giving for Black and Brown communities in America.

Last summer, the White House offered Southern California small business owner Kerman Maddox a unique opportunity to serve on a national committee set up to advise President Joe Biden’s administration on educational matters.

By Ralph E. Moore Jr., The Moore Report, The AFRO American News The families of Negro League baseball players are calling for a national day of recognition and attention for […]
The post Securing the place of the Negro Leagues in baseball history: one voice, one mission  appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .

By Ryan Michaels The Birmingham Times Birmingham Aids Outreach (BAO), through a partnership with an international diagnostics company, is currently distributing free at-home, mail-in sexually transmitted infection test kits. Each kit is called a “Sassy Little Box” and contains tests for HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis and syphilis. After collecting samples for the tests, users can […]

jw.org In the face of widespread economic strain, national conflicts and social unrest, surveys indicate that confidence in the future is at an all-time low in many countries, including United States. According to the 2023 Edelman Trust Barometer, 24 of the 28 countries surveyed are seeing “all-time lows in the number of people who think […]

bisweb.org On March 23, the Muslim community in Birmingham and around the globe will begin the month-long fast of Ramadan. “As more than one billion Muslims worldwide celebrate Ramadan by fasting and appreciating the blessings given to us, it is equally important for the American Muslim community to reach out to our neighbors as an example of true […]

Last Updated on March 20, 2023 by BVN S.E. Williams | For far too many Californians, particularly students of color from families earning low incomes, higher education is elusive. While […]
The post Keeping it Real: California’s Great Exchange appeared first on Black Voice News.

Photo: milkos via 123RF Owning a rental property is a great investment opportunity, but it also has several risks and benefits to consider carefully. Here, we will outline some of […]
The post Do the Benefits of Rental Property Ownership Outweigh the Risks? appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .

By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com A grand jury is expected to indict former U.S. President Donald Trump in connection with payments made to quiet an adult film performer’s […]
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By Sean Yoes, Special to the AFRO Diana L. Gibson passed away on March 15, 2023 of a heart attack at her home. She was 82 years old.  Diana Rita […]
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By Ralph E. Moore Jr., Special to the AFRO Maryland Public Television (MPT) is celebrating Women’s History Month and a very special woman, Ruby Duncan, tonight. The documentary “Storming Caesars […]
The post Ruby Duncan: the woman who gambled for welfare rights in Las Vegas and won appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .

Last Updated on March 20, 2023 by BVN Breanna Reeves | With less than two weeks until COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) protections end on Mar. 31, 2023, health advocates […]
The post The Unwinding: Public Health Emergency Ending Soon, and With It – Medi-Cal Coverage for Millions appeared first on Black Voice News.

Last Updated on March 20, 2023 by BVN Edward Henderson | California Black Media   Last year, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the state’s #CaliforniansForAll College Corps program which has so far […]
The post Apply Now: California College Corps Is Offering Students Much More Than $10,000 Stipends appeared first on Black Voice News.

By Ryan Michaels The Birmingham Times Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin announced his engagement to be married in a Facebook post on Monday.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mayor Randall Woodfin (@woodfinforbham) The post contains a photograph of Woodfin at the moment he asked Kendra Morris, owner of Iron City […]

Finances FYI | Presented by JPMorgan Chase Photo: inkdrop via 123RF From an investing or savings perspective, gold has historically been a good safety net option for preserving or passing on […]
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By Catherine Pugh, Special to the AFRO Rev. Alfred Corrigan Daniel Vaughn, pastor of Baltimore’s Sharon Baptist Church, passed away quietly on March 19 at home surrounded by his family, […]
The post Faith leaders, elected officials respond to death of Rev. Alfred C.D. Vaughn, pastor of Sharon Baptist Church appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .

By Deborah Bailey, Special to the AFRO With Prince George’s County’s rental rates skyrocketing and eviction rates ranking among the highest in Maryland, County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and members of […]
The post Prince George’s lawmakers seek rent stabilization amid skyrocketing rates, evictions appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .

By Tawanda W. Johnson, Special to the AFRO The high rate of Black youngsters taking their own lives is heart-rending.  According to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, […]
The post Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity’s Harambee Conference stresses importance of mental health wellness for young Black men appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers .