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The bill, which would ban chokeholds and eliminate qualified immunity for law enforcement, will now advance to the Senate.
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Michigan Expands COVID-19 Vaccinations To People 50 and Over | The Michigan Chronicle
Michiganders over age 50 with medical conditions and disabilities and caregivers of children with special health care needs will be eligible March 8; all Michiganders over age 50 eligible March 22. Working toward reaching the state’s goal of vaccinating 70% of Michiganders over age 16 and doing
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Somalia: Opposition Accuses Farmaajo of Sidelining It, Again
[East African] Somalia's opposition group on Tuesday accused President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo of undermining reconciliation after his office invited election stakeholders for dialogue, but excluded his rivals.
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The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., in Partnership with The Coca-Cola Company Close the Gap Between Poverty and Prosperity among Under-served Black Women and Girls | Dallas Weekly
DALLAS, TX - March 2 - The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. Dallas Metropolitan Chapter (NC100BW Dallas Metro) is proud to launch its’ Signature Economic Empowerment program - Sister-Nomic$, in partnership with The Coca-Cola Company. With the support of The Coca-Cola
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5 Black Artists Who Did Gender-Fluid Fashion Before Harry Styles
While gender-subverting fashion has been around for decades, that did not stop Styles’ Vogue cover from gathering plenty of media attention, both positive and negative. Candace Owens came under fire for replying to Vogue’s tweet promoting the cover and stating, “There is no society that can survive
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NABJ Launches “The Black Press Grant Program” to Sponsor Freelance Reporters and Producers - Houston Forward Times
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) recently announced that they will provide grant funding… The post NABJ Launches “The Black Press Grant Program” to Sponsor Freelance Reporters and Producers appeared first on Houston Forward Times.
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Toronto Raptors’ Jump in COVID-19 Infections Reportedly Due to Weak Protocol Follow-Through
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Women In Leadership: Rising Full Throttle At The Hungry Club Forum | The Savannah Tribune
The Hungry Club Forum of Savannah, Inc. (HCFS), “Harnessing the Power of Collaboration on the issues of today and tomorrow,” will celebrate National Women’s History Month with a panel of leaders and advocates entitled “Women in Leadership: Rising Full Throttle.” The monthly, first-Saturday forum
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Asm. Holden Takes on Unfair Lowballing When Black Californians Appraise Their Homes - Voice and Viewpoint
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Assemblymember Chris Holden has (D-Pasadena) introduced legislation, Assembly Bill (AB) 948, to address discrimination in the real estate appraisal process in California. AB 948 proposes requiring the Bureau of California Real Estate Appraisals to gather
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Bruce's Beach descendants could get back land forcefully taken from their family almost 100 years ago - Face2Face Africa
The Los Angeles County has announced it is exploring the possibility of returning the land where Bruce’s Beach was once situated to the living descendants of the family. The announcement comes almost a century after the city of Manhattan Beach forcefully took the property away from its
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James Harden has triple-double in Houston return, Nets roll - DefenderNetwork.com
The No. 13 on his jersey, James Harden won so many games for the Houston Rockets. On Wednesday night in the first meeting with his former team, No. 13 had a triple-double for the Brooklyn Nets to send the reeling Rockets to their 13th straight loss. “A lot of mixed emotions from t
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Rockets Announce Second Half of Schedule for 2020-21 NBA Season - Houston Forward Times
The Houston Rockets today announced their schedule for the second half of the 2020-21 NBA… The post Rockets Announce Second Half of Schedule for 2020-21 NBA Season appeared first on Houston Forward Times.
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Algeria: France Admits Torture, Murder of Key Algerian Independence Fighter
[RFI] French forces tortured and murdered Algerian freedom fighter Ali Boumendjel during his country's war for independence, President Emmanuel Macron admitted, in an official reappraisal of a death that was for years covered up as a suicide.
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House passes sweeping voting rights bill over GOP opposition - DefenderNetwork.com
House Democrats passed sweeping voting and ethics legislation Wednesday over unanimous Republican opposition, advancing to the Senate what would be the largest overhaul of the U.S. election law in at least a generation. House Resolution 1, which touches on virtually every aspect o
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Dancehall stars Poptain, Anita Jackson on crazy vibe
BY LIFE & STYLE REPORTER HIGH-RIDING dancehall singers Poptain and songbird Anita Jackson will take turns on the stage tomorrow during the “crazy vibe” pay per view (PPV) virtual show organised by Gateway Stream Music, a subsidiary of Rainbow Tourism Group. This concert becomes the fourth PPV show
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Angola: Constitution Review Proposal Delivered to National Assembly
[ANGOP] Luanda -- The Angolan Executive handed over this Tuesday to the National Assembly the proposal for a law to amend the Constitution of the Republic of Angola, in force since February 5, 2010.
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House Passes Bill Making It Illegal For Federal Officers To Engage In Sex Acts With Detainees
“There is no consent when one person is exercising the power of law enforcement and the other is handcuffed or in custody," said Rep. Jackie Speier.
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Women’s History and the Evolution of the Black Woman | Community | The Michigan Chronicle
Over the course of the next several weeks, we will take our readers on a journey of exploration – one that will uncover the evolution of Black women and all the different roles they have embodied over time. This four-part series, part of the celebration of Women’s History Month, will explore the
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Creighton basketball coach apologizes after telling team to 'stay on plantation' - TheGrio
The head coach of Creighton University’s basketball team apologized Tuesday for a recent remark in which he told his players... View Article The post Creighton basketball coach apologizes after telling team to 'stay on plantation' appeared first on TheGrio.
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Biden Administration Opens PPP Guidelines: What Does This Mean for Detroiters? | Business | The Michigan Chronicle
As the world approaches the one-year mark with the coronavirus, businesses and business owners are still seeking financial relief from its effects. Many going out of business, small community mom and pop shops are amongst the pandemic's worst hit. Promising to act swiftly during his campaign, newly
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Chicago actress dies in Jamaica due to ‘complications from COVID’ - Stabroek News
(Jamaica Gleaner) Reports are that Chicago actress and stand-up comedian Erica Watson, who friends say was living her best life in Montego Bay, Jamaica, died on the island on Saturday from COVID-19
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Longstanding differences remain on increasing minimum wage, and there’s a new concern: is $15 an outdated ask? | New Pittsburgh Courier
by Matt Petras Christoria Hughes has worked about 13 years for UPMC as a dietary worker, preparing and serving food for patients. She started just above minimum wage and saw slow raises over the years. “We’re talking about nickels and dimes, you know, maybe a quarter here or there [per hour],” the
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Morocco: Nigeria, Morocco Endorse Protocols for Fertilizer Plant
[Premium Times] The MoU is expected to utilise Nigeria's gas and Morocco's phosphate to produce ammonia and phosphate fertilizers by 2025.
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Chad Opposition Chief Flees After Security Operation Kills Two
[RFI] Chadian opposition figure and presidential candidate Yaya Dillo has fled his home, a day after his residence was the scene of violent clashes which left at least two people dead, including the politician's mother.
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Mack Major Makes a Difference in Real Estate and Economic Development - Los Angeles Sentinel
Major said the mission of House Tur Investments, LLC, is to alleviate investors’ concerns with the loan process so they can focus efforts on real estate investment properties. The company leads its investors through the acquisitions process to the sale of the
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House Passes Sweeping Voter Rights Bill, But A Filibuster Threat In The Senate Could Obstruct Justice
The bill's future in the Senate proves to be another challenge as the threat of a GOP-led filibuster could again impede progress for Black communities targeted with repeated attacks against their voting rights.
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The Full Effect: Woods and Watts Effect to Combat Equity and Inclusion Issues | Digital Daily | The Michigan Chronicle
Two women are leading the charge in helping businesses realize and strengthen their commitment to diversity, inclusion and social equity. The Woods and Watts Effect, a consultation firm founded by Michele Lewis Watts and Sommer Woods, is designed to provide solutions for companies looking to shift
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Zimbabwe: Gushungo Dairy Bomber Freed
[New Zimbabwe] High Court judge, Tawanda Chitapi Tuesday granted $5 000 bail to Owen Kuchata, leader of Zimbabwe People's Front Party (ZPFP) who was jailed for attempt to bomb former President Robert Mugabe and family's Alpha Omega Dairy plant in Mazowe.
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Dems narrowly pass George Floyd Policing Act with Biden's backing
Cheered on by President Joe Biden, House Democrats hustled Wednesday to pass the most ambitious effort in decades to overhaul... View Article The post Dems narrowly pass George Floyd Justice Policing Act with Biden's backing appeared first on TheGrio.
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Housing Crisis Center Receives Grant from Installed Building Products Foundation | Dallas Weekly
Local non-profit receives funds to support mission of providing homes DALLAS, Texas - March 3, 2021 – Today, Housing Crisis Center announced that it has received a $25,000 grant from the Installed Building Products Foundation, a Columbus-Ohio based foundation that provides major grants for
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