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UCLA Athletic Director Martin Jarmond announced the dismissal of Head Football Coach DeShaun Foster after three games, ending his two-year tenure at his alma mater.
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The Thursday Network, a GWUL auxiliary group, will honor local volunteers at their 10th Annual Spirit of Service Awards ceremony, while also increasing personal development for younger members and preparing them to move up the ranks.
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Black entrepreneurs like John E. Harmon Sr. and Stefanie Magness are scaling global heights. Their success is transforming how the world sees Black leadership, strategy and innovation.
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By Javacia Harris Bowser | For the Birmingham Times Melva Tate who’s made a name for herself in Birmingham and beyond for the past 17 years through the different divisions of her company Tate & Associates is now stepping up to the plate in a new arena — sports. And this play is extra special […]

By Jordyn Davis | For The Birmingham Times nn The sanctuary of Greater Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church was filled Saturday with more than 600 women, many with tear-stained cheeks a testament to their joy, anger, pain, suffering and loss at they listened to wisdom from a group of inspirational speakers. “Can I tell you this […]

By Ivana Hrynkiw | ihrynkiw@al.com Teresa Tanner Pulliam, a former Jefferson County judge and a longtime figure in the Birmingham legal community, died on Friday. She was 67. Pulliam was currently serving as the executive director of Redemption Earned, a legal nonprofit that works to help elderly and sick inmates in Alabama’s prisons earn parole. […]

Lamar Jackson threw four touchdown passes and the Ravens pulled away late for a 41-17 win over the Browns, bouncing back after last week’s collapse in Buffalo. Baltimore’s defense forced turnovers and capitalized on short fields, while Joe Flacco struggled in his return to face his former team.
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After years of working traditional jobs, Tiffany Veney and Leslie Frelow took a leap of faith to launch their own businesses. Now, they’re carving out space in industries where Black women are often underrepresented—construction and wine.
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Black family reunions provide a unique opportunity to preserve and leverage family-owned land, which can be used for food security, economic opportunity, and collective power.
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Black donors are critical to the U.S. blood supply, yet remain underrepresented. Greater diversity improves matching for sickle cell patients, a disease that disproportionately affects Black individuals.
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Specialized suicide prevention resources tailored to men, women, LGBTQ+ individuals and youth are making mental health support more accessible. With insight from longtime crisis counselor Tina Field, this guide highlights key national hotlines and tips from organizations helping to save lives through empathy and connection.
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Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook described a condo she purchased in 2021 as a “vacation home” and “second home” on official documents, potentially undermining White House allegations that she committed mortgage fraud by claiming multiple primary residences. Cook, the first Fed governor to be targeted for removal by a president, has secured an injunction blocking her firing as the legal battle continues ahead of a key Fed interest rate decision.
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Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking ring joined Democratic lawmakers in urging the Justice Department to make public all remaining case records, saying full disclosure is essential for justice. Their push has ignited fierce debate on Capitol Hill, where Republicans warn against broad releases while bipartisan efforts seek to compel transparency.
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LUT WILLIAMS BCSP Editor After a week of many black college FCS teams taking tough road losses playing up against FBS opponents, many of those same FCS teams are hosting teams below them at the […]

Dr. Earl S. Richardson, the ninth president of Morgan State University, passed away at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy of growth, innovation, and advocacy for historically Black colleges and universities.
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Doug Wilson, 74, a beloved church elder, will be laid to rest Sept. 17 at Vaughn Greene Funeral Services in Randallstown. Friends and community members remembered him as a gentle and caring leader.
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By Victoria MejicanosAFRO Staff Writer Baltimore City Public Schools will host its City Schools’ Attendance Phone-A-Thon Sept. 14 to contact families of every student who has not attended classes since the school year started Aug. 25. The initiative is meant to fight truancy and provide resources to families who may need extra support getting their […]
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Postpartum recovery isn’t about going back to who you were before motherhood—it’s about rediscovering yourself through intentional self-care. In this article, a mother and a doula share honest reflections on how rest, movement, boundaries, and self-compassion shape healing after birth.
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Montgomery County Council Vice President Will Jawando’s bid for county executive is gaining momentum with endorsements from Progressive Maryland, the Working Families Party, and several local leaders. He joins a five-person Democratic field to replace outgoing Executive Marc Erlich, with no Republican candidates yet filed ahead of the February 2026 deadline.
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As technology increasingly dominates daily life, people are turning to digital detoxes, taking intentional breaks from screens, social media and constant connectivity. Experts say these efforts reflect growing awareness of technology’s toll and a proactive effort to protect mental health.
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Baltimore Center Stage launches its fall season of family-friendly programming on Sept. 13 with productions designed to spark wonder, laughter, and creativity. Highlights include “Magic & Hypnosis featuring David Anthony” (Sept. 13), “Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical” (Sept. 26-28), and “Santa Claus Is Comin’: A Motown Christmas Revue” (Nov. 6–Jan. 4). Tickets and details are available at centerstage.org.
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birminghamal,gov  The Birmingham City Council voted to extend the terms of the loan agreement for Pizitz Food Hall while the owner/operators work to rebrand and remarket the space. There will be no new money obligated from the City for this period of upgrades, which was extended for 24 months. Several Councilors commented on the fact […]

By Savannah Kirchner and Micah Hardge | UAB News As athletes head back to the fields and courts this season, parents and coaches should be mindful of one of the most common, and potentially serious, injuries in youth sports: concussions. Experts from the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurosurgery and Department of Family […]

While early diagnosis and treatment of sickle cell disease are standard in the United States, many children in Ghana are not diagnosed until serious complications arise. The International Sickle Cell Centre in Accra is working to change that through education, advocacy, and support for families facing stigma, financial hardship and limited medical access.
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President Trump has signaled plans to deploy National Guard troops to Baltimore, though he has not specified when. Maryland leaders at every level say the move is unnecessary and warn it could jeopardize the city’s recent gains in reducing violent crime.
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Maryland Department of Juvenile Services Secretary Betsy Fox Tolentino says the state must overhaul systems that have long failed young men and boys. She outlines efforts to rebuild trust, strengthen reentry support, expand mentorship, and align with Gov. Wes Moore’s Young Men and Boys Initiative to create real opportunities for youth and reduce cycles of neglect and incarceration.
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The Quander family, one of the oldest documented African-American families, celebrated its 100th reunion Aug. 7–10. The gathering honored their rich legacy, including the contributions of family historian Judge Rohulamin Quander, who attended just days before his passing.
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Keith Brown shares the emotional and financial challenges of caring for his mother with Alzheimer’s, emphasizing the importance of family support and the strength found in vulnerability.
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By Alaina Bookman | abookman@al.com Bursts of pinks, oranges and all shades of green greet the buzzing bees and students of Birmingham’s Bush Hills STEAM Academy. Bush students are among those from eight Birmingham schools using brand new hydroponic farming technology in their science classrooms. In a partnership between Jones Valley Teaching Farm, New York Sun Works, Birmingham […]

By Joseph D. Bryant | jbryant@al.com As the 62nd anniversary of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church bombing approaches, a group of Birmingham residents and historians want to ensure that two young men killed in racial violence that day are remembered. Virgil Ware, a 13-year-old Black boy was shot and killed on Sept 15, 1963 while riding […]

By Donald Hunt | For The Birmingham Times Tuskegee University is off to a roaring start. The Golden Tigers (1-0, 2-0) will have to continue to play great football when they face Jackson State (0-0, 1-1) from the Southwestern Athletic Conference on the road Saturday, Sept. 13 at 2 p.m.  The Tigers are one of […]

Sponsored by JPMorganChase  While there is a lot of uncertainty around the housing market in 2025, affordability still remains a top challenge for homebuyers – especially first-time home buyers who, according to a 2025 Bankrate survey, often cite the upfront costs of homeownership[1] as the biggest barrier to homeownership. And a 2023 study from LendingTree shows that […]

Multiple Black institutions, including Virginia State University, Clark Atlanta University and others went into lockdown on Sept. 11 after receiving campus threats. Though the lockdowns have been lifted, officials warn students, faculty and staff that if they “see something, say something.”
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Sinclair Broadcast Group will pay $100,000 in back pay and compensatory and punitive damages to resolve a race discrimination claim filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
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In a time of rising illnesses among Black people, healthy diets are relevant now more than ever. Kelli Redmond, founder of Mova Nature, has been spreading the word through Baltimore and beyond. Not only does she provide nutritional fruit juices and blends, but she also educates people on how they can incorporate healthy practices in their homes.
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