Malaika Jabali
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7 Ways To Celebrate Kwanzaa This Year
Now that the Christmas rush has settled, Kwanzaa is here to help us reflect and embrace our culture. A solid grand closing to the year,...
Are You Ready For This Winter Storm?
When we said we were dreaming of a white Christmas, it wasn’t…this. A winter storm is affecting over half the country heading into the Christmas...
With Food Costs Still Growing, This Streetwear Retailer Is Helping To Feed The Country
We’ve heard about the costs of groceries all year long. But the rising prices of food this year doesn’t just mean we have to adjust...
The City Of Buffalo Sues Gunmakers, Says Industry Fuels Violence
The city of Buffalo, New York filed a lawsuit in state court Tuesday, accusing major gun manufacturers of fueling violence through irresponsible marketing and sales practices. Buffalo Mayor...
Henrietta Lacks Statue Will Replace Monument Of Robert E. Lee In Virginia
A statue honoring Henrietta Lacks, the woman whose “immortal” cells have led to countless medical breakthroughs, will be built in her birthplace of Roanoke, Virginia,...
The Black Artists Behind Your Fave Christmas Classics
We all know contemporary holiday hits, like Mariah Carey’s ubiquitous “All I Want For Christmas Is You” or Boyz II Men’s “Let It Snow.” But...
Black McDonald’s Executive Sues Company For Alleged Racial Discrimination
A Black McDonald’s executive has filed a lawsuit against the fast-food company, accusing CEO Chris Kempczinski of racial discrimination. Michael Peaster oversaw Kempczinski’s safety as...
Former Cop Who Killed Atatiana Jefferson Sentenced To Nearly 12 Years In Prison
The former Texas police officer who fatally shot Atatiana Jefferson through the window of her home was sentenced to nearly 12 years in prison on...
Emmett Till And His Mother Will Be Awarded Congress’ Highest Honor
With a unanimous vote, the House passed a bill Wednesday to award the late Emmett Till and his mother Mamie Till-Mobley the Congressional Gold Medal,...
Why Aren’t More Black Candidates Winning?
A record number of Black candidates ran for office during the 2022 midterm elections. Several of them made history with election wins across the U.S. Among them...