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By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS What was meant to be a celebratory reveal quickly turned into one of North Alabama’s most entertaining social media moments of the weekend. On March 1, the U.S. Space & Rocket […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE — Lunch in Manhattan and home before bedtime? Starting June 7, that quick trip becomes even easier. Delta Air Lines has announced it will offer twice-daily nonstop flights between Huntsville […]

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Millions of viewers could soon find themselves unable to stream their favorite shows as Netflix begins ending support for older devices, including certain gaming consoles and aging smart TVs. Industry reports […]

By Rev. Dr. Isaiah Robinson Jr. KEY VERSE: MARK 12:33 “ Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales, rather, train yourself to be godly. Physical training is of some value, but godliness […]

More than 100 residents, elected officials, students and civic leaders attended the NAACP Baltimore County Branch’s 2026 Freedom Fund Banquet at The Promenade in Windsor Mill, where keynote speaker Darryl Green delivered a powerful message on healing and “Deep Forgiveness.” The annual fundraiser celebrated community leaders, honored public servants and highlighted youth engagement, while reinforcing the theme “The Fierce Urgency of Now” and a renewed call to unity and collective action across Baltimore County.
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Black young adults face racism both in real life and online, leading many to turn to digital mental health tools. Experts stress the need for clinicians to recognize and address online racial stress in treatment.
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Racial liberation is an urgent and necessary process that requires intentional organization, sustained effort, and a commitment to justice in order to build a new world order based on freedom, equality, and justice for all.
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The Maryland OAG has released bodycam footage showing the Baltimore County officer’s fatal encounter with Samuel “Big Sam” Brown. Brown died Feb. 27 from injuries sustained during the Feb. 16 incident in Woodlawn.
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By Javacia Harris Bowser | For the Birmingham Times According to surveys by the Pew Research Center, the share of Americans who trust in information from local news organizations surpasses the number of those who trust national news sources. This highlights the growing importance of local news media and underscores the pivotal role of local […]

By Javacia Harris Bowser | For the Birmingham Times Muriel Bailey knew she wanted to be a broadcast journalist before she fully understood the career. “Growing up, every morning, getting ready for school my mom would have the news on and there was a Black woman who was a morning anchor,” said the New Orleans, […]

By Javacia Harris Bowser | For the Birmingham Times It’s a winter Wednesday morning, and Sherri Jackson is sipping hot mocha at Alicia’s Coffee in Birmingham’s Civil Rights district. In a few hours she’ll head to WIAT CBS 42, where she serves as an evening anchor, telling the stories of Birmingham’s communities. But first she […]

DAWN BULGARELLA, CEO OF UAB HEALTH SYSTEM, ON UAB BEING RANKED ONE OF THE BEST HOSPITALS ON NEWSWEEK’S LIST OF WORLD’S BEST HOSPITALS; UAB NEWS, FEB. 28.

Troy Rolling, president and CEO of the Frederick Douglass Freedom Alliance, warns that proposed Maryland legislation banning rent-pricing algorithms could unintentionally harm housing access and affordability for working-class families.
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The 40th annual BEYA STEM Conference in Baltimore highlighted the importance of HBCUs in AI and national security related careers, and discussed strategies for engaging students before college, as well as the potential environmental impact of AI.
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Joint Center leaders argue that the president’s new accounts for newborns will widen the racial wealth gap by rewarding families who already have the means to save, while leaving low-wealth Black households behind. They urge Congress to adopt progressive Baby Bonds instead, with larger automatic investments for children from families with the least wealth.
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LONG BEACH, Calif. — The official build-up to one of Southern California’s most anticipated motorsports events began last week as city leaders and race officials gathered for the ceremonial “breaking of the course” for the 2026 Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

Eight members of the Los Angeles Angels organization are set to take part in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, showcasing the club’s international presence as players represent countries from across the globe.

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In this opinion commentary, Larry Buford, author of “Things Are Gettin’ Outta Hand” and “Book To The Future,” argues that boasting about U.S. military supremacy reflects dangerous national pride and a lack of humility before God. Drawing on biblical scripture and history, he warns that reliance on military might over wisdom and faith can lead to moral and national decline.
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By Ashlee BanksSpecial to the AFRO Advocacy groups and members of the Maryland Legislative Black Caucus are raising alarms over the disproportionate impact that new warehouse-style detention centers will have on the state’s Black migrant communities. Statistically, Black migrants already face longer detention periods and higher rates of disciplinary action while in custody. U.S. Rep. […]
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The Birmingham Times The future of the Birmingham-Southern College campus looks much clearer after a new deal with a governmental entity. The United States Coast Guard will take over the vacant BSC campus to establish a new training center, officials announced on Wednesday. U.S. Homeland Security has agreed to purchase the 192-acre campus to be […]

Every day, we depend on our cars to get us places: to and from work, taking our kids to school, and more. But what many don’t realize is that millions of cars on U.S. roads have open safety recalls. These risks increase in the Black community because of higher rates of commonly held myths about open vehicle safety recalls among Black vehicle owners. 

Last weekend, Kelly Inouye-Perez surpassed Sue Enquist as the winningest softball coach in UCLA history — a milestone that cements her place among the legends of Westwood.

On Wednesday evening, Feb. 25, dozens of people filled the atrium of the California African American Museum (CAAM) to discuss solutions, futures, and opportunities for Black individuals, youths, and families. 

BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council for the City of Huntsville, Alabama, as follows: 1. That the following area, land lying on the south side of Martin Rd and east of Electronics Blvd, which […]

BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council for the City of Huntsville, Alabama, as follows: 1.  That the following area, land lying on the east of Greenbrier Road, and north of I-565, which area is […]

BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council for the City of Huntsville, Alabama, as follows: 1.  That the following areas, land lying on various existing single-family neighborhoods within the city limits, which areas are now […]

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Huntsville has determined that the personal property described below has been identified by ITS as surplus to the needs of the City of Huntsville and is no […]

NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF A PROPOSED ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE AS IT RELATES TO CONSUMABLE HEMP PRODUCTS REGULATIONS PURSUANT TO ALABAMA CODE SECTIONS 11-52-77 AND 11-52-78 AND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY […]

In accordance with Section 23-4-1 et seq. of the Code of Alabama, 1975, as amended, you are hereby notified of a public hearing to be held at Huntsville City Hall in the Council Chamber, located […]

McCord Construction, Inc. hereby gives Legal Notice of Completion of Contract with City of Huntsville, Project Name: Buford Cove Sewer Ext, located in the City of Huntsville, Alabama. All Claims should be filed at City […]

Re: 13032 Chaney Thompson Rd Se, Huntsville, AL 35803Last Assessed to: Michael D. DoylePPIN: 86484 PARCEL: 23-03-08-2-003-089.000Legal Description: LOT 1 BLK 1 WOODRIDGE WEST 2ND ADD PB 14 PG 21Date Inspected: 02/05/2026 Notice Issued: 02/25/2026 […]

Public notice is hereby given that the regular meeting of the Huntsville Historic Preservation Commission will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.