Melissa Noel
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Biden Commutes 37 Death Sentences, Drawing Praise And Criticism In Final Weeks Of Presidency
In a significant move just weeks before leaving office, President Joe Biden announced Monday that he is commuting the sentences of 37 of 40 people...
Amazon Workers Go On Strike Days Before Christmas: Here’s What You Need To Know
Just days before Christmas, thousands of Amazon workers walked off the job, threatening to disrupt the on-time delivery of holiday gifts during the busiest shopping...
Holiday Magic Takes Flight: Over 100 Kids In Need Get Free Trips To The ‘North Pole’ With United Airlines
For over 30 years, United Airlines’ Fantasy Flights have brought holiday magic to life, creating unforgettable memories for children and families in need. Hosted at...
Dr. Vinson Eugene Allen, Founder Of First Black-Owned Urgent Care Facilities In America, Honored With Key To The City Of Compton
Dr. Vinson Eugene Allen, a trailblazing physician and community champion, has left an indelible mark on the city of Compton in California through more than...
40 Black Women Appointed Federal Judges Under Biden, Setting Historic Record
President Joe Biden’s judicial appointments are making waves in his final weeks in office. With the confirmation of Judge Tiffany Johnson to the Northern District...
New Jersey Becomes Latest State To Prohibit Book Bans In School And Public Libraries
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has made it official: banning books in public and school libraries will now be against the law in the Garden...
Disney Influencer Dominique Brown Dies After Allergic Reaction At Event, Sparking Urgent Calls For Food Allergy Safety Reform
Dominique Brown, a beloved influencer, Disney theme park enthusiast and co-creator of the Black Girl Disney community, tragically passed away on Thursday, December 5, at...
Judge Rules Trial of White Homeowner Accused of Shooting Black Teen Who Rang Wrong Doorbell Will Proceed
The case against Andrew Lester, the 86-year-old white man accused of shooting Black teenager Ralph Yarl after the teen rang the wrong doorbell in Kansas...
Black Women Are “Done”: Reclaiming Power After The 2024 Election
For the 92% of Black women who voted for Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 Presidential election, perhaps harboring high hopes that their fellow...
Voices For Change: Amanda Gorman, Angélique Kidjo And More Honored At UN Foundation’s We The Peoples Gala
In a year marked by global challenges, the United Nations Foundation’s 2024 We the Peoples Global Leadership Awards Gala in New York City illuminated the...