The expression “The Elephant In The Room” often refers to an obstacle in a conversation that appears to be the size of an elephant in a room so large that he takes up most of the space. This is the case with Donald Trump and his race against Vice President Kamala Harris.

In a damning display of justice gone wrong, Marcellus Williams, a Missouri death row inmate, was executed, despite overwhelming evidence suggesting his innocence. His death by lethal injection has sparked outrage, with the blame falling squarely on the shoulders of former President Donald Trump, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, Missouri Governor Mike Parson, and the conservative U.S. Supreme Court justices who refused to halt the execution.

Prince fans and those in the late icon’s sphere knew well the tantalizing and provocative dance moves and background vocals of Catherine Vernice Glover. Recognized worldwide as Cat, the extraordinary dancer, choreographer, and singer who achieved legendary status through her collaborations with Prince, Glover died at 60. Glover’s death was announced via her official Facebook page, where a brief statement asked for privacy during this difficult time. No cause of death was provided.

The latest FBI data on Monday, September 23, 2024, revealed a significant drop in national crime rates from 2022 to 2023, contradicting widespread public perception of a crime wave. According to the FBI’s annual “Summary of Crime in the Nation,” violent crime fell by 3%, while property crime decreased by 2.4%.

That is it, that is the tweet. When you have the type of special historic 2024 season Ms. Wilson just had, it calls for her full government name. Becoming only the second player in the history of the WNBA to win the Most Valuable Player award unanimously, Wilson joins Cynthia Cooper who carried the honor in 1997.

Millions of Americans can now renew their passports online instead of mailing the State Department paper documents with a check. The department announced Wednesday that its online system is now open after months of limited testing and years of pilots. “We are really excited that we are now making online...

Resign from your current job and find work that makes your heart sing. Spend time with family, maybe research your genealogy. That dream vacation is on your list, and you’re eyeing a new hobby that looks fun. So many possibilities for your retirement. Now read “The Second Fifty” by Debra Whitman, PhD and make sure you get there.

Frankie Beverly, the iconic frontman of the soul, R&B, and funk band Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, has died at the age of 76. His family confirmed the news in a devastating post on social media. “Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional experience,” the...

The year was 1984, Ronald Reagan was President of the United States, Mark White was the Governor of Texas, and Charles R. Matthews had just succeeded Ruth Nicholson, serving as Mayor of Garland. However, the actual spotlight lies with the historic charter issued on July 6, 1984 establishing yet another local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (the NAACP} in Garland, Texas.

Since 1964, the Head Start program has been a lifeline for generations of women and families, providing free, high-quality educational, health, social-emotional, and nutritional services and opening doors to opportunity and economic justice that had long been kept shut. Now, as Head Start approaches its 60th anniversary, it’s a great...

Texas State residents joined hands as dedicated volunteers of the global non-profit organization Dr. Shri. Nanasaheb Dharmadhikari Pratishthan (DSNDP), undertaking an Adopt-A-Street cleanup drive in collaboration with the City of Frisco at A8890 Preston Rd. This cleanliness drive by DSNDP drew 10 volunteers at Collin County who collected five large...

On Friday, September 13, the White House South Lawn transformed into a historic celebration of Black excellence, bringing together actors, authors, television personalities, journalists, writers, activists, and artists. The event marked the first time such a celebration exclusively dedicated to honoring the achievements of Black Americans took place on the White House grounds, outside the context of Black History Month, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, or Juneteenth.

(Newswise) — When hospitals replace registered nurses (RNs) with licensed practical nurses and unlicensed assistive personnel, patients are more likely to die, experience readmissions, and have longer hospital stays, and Medicare must bear millions of dollars annually in avoidable costs. Moreover, there is no business case for this practice—hospitals...

Each year on September 15 we celebrate International Day of Democracy. This day reminds us not only the precious value of freedom, but also our own individual role in supporting democracy. As Nelson Mandela said, “To be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.”

Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70. The Jackson 5, which included Tito and his brothers Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael, skyrocketed to fame in the 1970s with timeless hits like “ABC” and “I’ll Be There,” reshaping the music scene and turning the group into teen heartthrobs.

This week, the Texas Organizing Project (TOP) announced its endorsement of Colin Allred for U.S. Senate. Dr. Doshie Piper, TOP Board Co-President based in San Antonio, offered the following statement:. “When MAGA extremists like Ted Cruz continue to push their vile agenda intended to divide, diminish, and dehumanize working Black...

On January 28, 2021, Vicha Ratanapakdee was taking his daily walk in his San Francisco neighborhood when a man ran across the street and pushed him to the ground. After suffering head trauma, Ratanapakee remained unconscious and died in the hospital two days later, his daughter Monthanus Ratanapakdee explained in an August 2024 briefing hosted by Ethnic Media Services.

A Community Event Offering Free Mammograms, Dental Exams, Vision Assessments, Blood Pressure Checks and More. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Alpha Xi Omega Chapter, the first and largest graduate chapter in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, will host a free health and wellness event titled, “Family Flourish: A Health Fair for All Ages” on September 21, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The free community event will take place at the West Dallas Center located at 3330 N. Hampton Road, Dallas, Texas 75212.

Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested in New York City late Monday, and federal prosecutors confirmed that an indictment obtained against the music mogul will be released today. For the moment, the charges against the hip-hop honcho remain undisclosed, but the arrest follows a slew of recent abuse allegations from multiple women.

The Dallas Cowboys returned to AT&T Stadium Sunday for the first time since the unforgettable and embarrassing loss suffered at the hands of the Green Bay Packers back in January. Cowboys fans, players and coaches experienced the wrong type of déjà vu as the New Orleans Saints delivered a 44 – 19 drubbing to a Cowboys team that had no answers.