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“She Worked Until Her Last Breath”: Tragedy Highlights Federal Workforce Strain

Monique Lockett's death at her desk underscores the intense demands placed on federal employees and the critical need for mental health interventions.
04/17/2025

Louisiana Teen Earns $1.4M in Scholarships, Accepted to Over 75 Colleges

Ouachita Parish High senior Makenzie Williams credits her mentors and determination for her remarkable academic achievements.
04/17/2025

‘Praying for Her’: Al Roker and Craig Melvin Speak Out on Sheinelle Jones’ Mysterious Absence

‘The Today Show’ co-hosts offered a heartfelt update on Jones, who hasn’t appeared on-air in four months
04/17/2025

‘I Gave Them My DNA. Now I Feel Foolish’: Black Consumers Reconsider 23andMe After Bankruptcy Fallout

In an exclusive interview with BET, consumers speak out about the company’s collapse and the risks of sharing their DNA.
04/17/2025

Florida Educator is Reprimanded After Forcing Students to Massage Their Feet.

Understandably, the action drew the ire of concerned parents.
04/16/2025

Birthing While Black: What We Must Do Now to Protect Black Mothers and Babies

A new report from the Institute for Women’s Policy Research exposes how America’s economic systems are failing Black birthing people — and what can be done to reverse the deadly trend.
04/16/2025

Judge George L. Russell Jr., Legal Trailblazer and Community Advocate, Dies at 96

The first Black city solicitor of Baltimore and a key figure in Maryland's legal history, Russell's contributions extended beyond the courtroom into community development.
04/16/2025

Texas Judge Faces Death Threats After Reducing Bail for Teen Murder Suspect

udge Angela Tucker, who lowered Karmelo Anthony's bond from $1 million to $250,000, is now under increased security as the FBI investigates threats against her.
04/16/2025

No Charges Filed After 6-Year-Old Boy Fatally Struck by School Bus in New Orleans

Mason Richards was attempting to board the bus when he was hit, and the driver showed no signs of impairment.
04/16/2025

Exclusive: Former Rep. Craig Washington on TX-18's Voicelessness—“This Isn’t Just Politics. It’s Oppression.”

With nearly 800,000 residents unrepresented, the civil rights attorney says the delay is an assault on democracy.
04/15/2025

Buffalo Mass Shooting Trial Set to Proceed Without Extended Delay

The court rejects the defense's bid to postpone; jury selection is slated to begin in October.
04/15/2025