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Rev. Al Sharpton and Tyler Perry are jointly offering a substantial reward for information regarding the death of Nolan Wells, the 18-year-old colleg...
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By Tomas Kassahun•
Bigga Rankin Dies: DJ And Promoter Was 50
Legendary DJ and promoter DJ Bigga Rankin has died at age 50.
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By Maya Boddie•
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Black Women’s Equal Pay Day falls on July 21 this year, marking how far into 2026 Black women must work to earn what white, non-Hispanic men earned b...
Health
By Dr. Diana Rangaves, PharmD•
How Sugar Substitutes Impact Brain And Body Aging
New research reveals how sugar substitutes may impact brain aging and long-term health. Get the facts on Blavity Health.
Politics
By Christopher Rhodes•
Jamaica To Petition King Charles For Slavery Reparations From The UK
The international movement for reparations for slavery is taking another step forward as Jamaica steps up its efforts to secure compensation from the...
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By Jahaura Michelle•
Nolan Wells' Mother Says Family Received Hate Mail: 'May The Good Lord Have Mercy On Your Soul'
Nolan Wells’ mother said she and her husband received hate mail following the death of their son. Christine Wonsley speaks out on social media aft...
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By Jahaura Michelle•
FBI Search Warrant In Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's Fatal ICE Shooting Draws Scrutiny
Federal prosecutors face criticism after a search warrant related to the deadly ICE shooting of 52-year-old Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was made public. T...
Politics
By Christopher Rhodes•
Alameda County, California Approves Policy-Based Reparation Plan
For years, California has explored a variety of policies aimed at providing reparations for anti-Black racism. Now, one of the state’s counties has m...