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By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama’s recent municipal elections have ushered in both historic leadership changes and renewed concerns about voter access. According to the ACLU of Alabama, problems reported during the August 5 and […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The 2026 election cycle in Alabama is rapidly shaping up to be unlike many that have come before, with several prominent officials either term-limited or choosing to run for […]

The Washington Commanders, led by backup quarterback Marcus Mariota, defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 41-24 to move to 2-1. Mariota’s poised performance, along with a dominant run game, special teams spark, and Dan Quinn’s tough leadership, highlighted the team’s growing depth and resilience in the early season.
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South Carolina lawmakers have gone unpaid for months after a lawsuit challenged the first legislative raise in 30 years. The state Supreme Court froze both the increase and current payments, leaving legislators to cover expenses out of pocket until the case is resolved or the next session begins.
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Frederick Douglass’s defense of free speech in his 1860 address, A Plea for Free Speech in Boston, is still relevant today as people attempt to silence each other through violence and government overreach, depriving people of the right to hear and think for themselves.
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U.S. Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland has introduced the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, a wide-ranging proposal to overhaul policing practices and expand accountability measures. Five years after Floyd’s death galvanized a national movement, the legislation seeks to strengthen transparency, limit excessive force and restore public confidence in law enforcement.
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Black women in America are the most educated demographic in the country, yet they face significant economic disadvantages due to President Trump’s policies and actions, which have disproportionately affected them, despite their role as the moral compass of the country.
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The Sankofa Birthworker’s Collective of the Inland Empire, a nonprofit organization that supports Black doulas and birthworkers, is at risk due to the Trump administration’s push to demolish diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, but local funders are reinforcing their support and working to create new resources to help small nonprofits weather these threats.
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By Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times It’s not easy to sum up all that Birmingham resident Norma Dean Ray has experienced over nine decades, but she would say that she’s been able to find peace after years of pain. Ray, once a professional singer in Chicago, Illinois — where she rubbed shoulders with entertainment […]

By Glenn Gamboa | Associated Press NEW YORK — Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $70 million to the UNCF, as the nation’s largest private provider of scholarships to minority students works to raise $1 billion to strengthen all 37 of its Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Alabama is home to 14 HBCUs, which […]

By Ameera Steward | For The Birmingham Times Daniel Grier is a designer under his brand, Splashed by DKG, and the founder of Magic City Fashion Week, an emerging designer competition. “I’m someone who’s totally about community,” said the 39-year-old. “I love to see people win, see people succeed. The underrepresented populations really mean a […]

Colin Kaepernick is funding an independent autopsy for Delta State University student Demartravion “Trey” Reed, who was found dead on campus, to help the family find the truth behind his death.
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DCPS has issued an updated policy for students, parents and spectators attending football games this school year, which includes a chaperone requirement, separate sections for visiting and home teams, and earlier game times.
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By Derrick Robinson I’ve been in recovery for six years. Every day, I choose not to drink, one day at a time. Every day, I navigate a world determined to offer alternatives—some dressed up as “healthier” or “natural.” The latest? THC-infused beverages, now lining shelves next to hard seltzers and craft beers, promising a “buzz […]
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By Brea Harris At three months old, my son was kicked out of his daycare. I had spent my pregnancy navigating my city’s brutal child care landscape — posting on social media looking for nanny shares, adding my name to year-long waitlists, and wondering how I was going to pay the astronomical daycare fees. So, […]
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Nate Ament, an 18-year-old Tennessee freshman and projected top pick in the 2026 NBA draft, is carrying both high basketball expectations and his family’s legacy. The son of a Rwandan genocide survivor, he returned to Rwanda this summer to coach youth camps and hopes future success on the court will allow him to give back to his mother’s homeland.
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The 47th president announced Sept. 20 that he will award former HUD secretary and neurosurgeon Ben Carson the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Carson is a former GOP presidential candidate and close ally of the current White House.
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By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times For Jevon Tatum, being an entrepreneur is practically in his blood. As the founder of Essence Body Products, a sustainable wellness brand that uses natural ingredients to create eco-friendly products, his experience with wellness products started with his family’s business. “A couple of years ago, my family used to […]

By Ameera Steward | For The Birmingham Times “I am a visionary in progress,” said 24-year-old Lawrence Fencher. “I do a lot of things as of right now.” For the past three months, The Birmingham Times interviewed some of the area’s leading fashion designers and tastemakers about the cultural and historical examination of Black style. […]

Written and photographed by Marika N. Johnson Hip hop and R&B nostalgia were in full swing Friday night as Nelly brought his Where the Party At?! Tour to the Coca Cola Amphitheatre in Birmingham. The St. Louis hitmaker reminded fans why his early 2000’s classics remain timeless, delivering high energy performances of chart toppers like […]

Darryl Barnes, former state delegate and chair of the Maryland Legislative Black Caucus, was sworn in as the new chair of the Prince George’s County Planning Board on July 8. He aims to make the county a destination through improved parks, recreation programs, and strategic use of major properties like Six Flags and the Commanders’ stadium land.
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The Love Groove Festival, founded by Baltimore native John Tyler, celebrated its ninth year in Baltimore City with music, art, and empowerment, showcasing Baltimore culture and bringing the Black community together.
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Black unemployment, income, and homeownership have all declined since Donald Trump’s return to office, leaving many Black voters disillusioned with his economic promises. Critics argue his policies disproportionately hurt Black Americans while benefiting wealthier households, even as Trump tries to frame himself as a champion for working families.
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Most Black and Brown lawmakers opposed Congress’s move to establish a national day of remembrance for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk, arguing it legitimizes his racist rhetoric despite condemning his murder. Still, 95 Democrats, including Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and four Maryland representatives, joined Republicans in supporting the resolution.
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Dr. Kevin Beckford and Yasmin Salina, co-founders of The Hustlers Guild, argue that both federal and local policies in Washington, D.C. are undermining Black freedom by reinstating cash bail and expanding pretrial detention under the guise of public safety. They call for rejecting punitive measures and instead investing in restorative justice, community supports and policies that protect pretrial freedom.
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The Reginald F. Lewis Museum will open its first satellite gallery at The Village at Mondawmin with a ribbon cutting. Museum leadership, community partners and elected officials will gather at 10 a.m. on Sept. 19 to mark the launch of The Lewis at Mondawmin.
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Social historian Edmond W. Davis challenges White men to confront the roots of their anger despite holding the greatest wealth, power and influence in America. He urges emotionally mature White men to guide younger generations away from rage and violence, warning that unchecked White male extremism poses the nation’s greatest domestic threat.
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Congress is pushing legislation to lower the age for transfer to adult court and repeal second-chance laws in Washington, D.C., echoing outdated “superpredator” myths that disproportionately target Black youth for detention. Dr. Kevin Beckford argues these measures will make communities less safe and urges investment in proven community-based interventions instead.
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U.S. Reps. Kat Cammack (R-Fla.-03) and Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-Calif.-37) have proposed a bipartisan resolution to make screening for Antiphospholipid Syndrome a standard part of prenatal care. The measure seeks to reduce preventable pregnancy complications and tackle the higher risks faced by Black women during pregnancy.
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The 47th president’s attempt to oust Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa D. Cook threatens the Fed’s independence and continues a troubling pattern of undermining Black leadership in public institutions. Dedrick Asante-Muhammad warns that such attacks destabilize democracy and risk erasing hard-won gains in representation and trust.
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The Make America Healthy Again Commission released a report identifying four potential drivers of childhood chronic disease and recommending policy reform, but has been criticized for failing to acknowledge causes such as food insecurity and poverty and for questioning proven interventions like childhood vaccinations.
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Associated Black Charities hosted its second annual community cookout at The Village of Cross Keys, offering free resources, family fun, and fellowship to close out the summer. The event, launched in 2024, celebrates Black joy as resistance while connecting residents with food, school supplies, and local businesses.
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The Birmingham Times A national nonprofit this week awarded $1 million to Birmingham Promise Executive Director Samantha Williams to support scholarship and internship programs for students at Birmingham City Schools. The CAFE Group, a nonprofit that invests in visionary leaders, early-career talent, and the infrastructure of social change, announced that Williams is among five winners […]

By Donald Hunt | Special to the Times Alabama A&M (0-0, 2-1) has a chance to continue its winning ways against Lane College (0-1, 0-2) on Saturday, Sept. 20. The kickoff is set for 6 p.m. at Louis Crews Stadium in Huntsville, Alabama. The Bulldogs are on a two-game winning streak coming off an impressive […]