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Another Democratic Socialist has won a congressional primary, this time in Michigan. The victory continues the progressive surge that has emerged wit...

This picture taken on July 31, 2026 shows Justin Pearson, a Tennessee lawmaker and Democratic candidate running to represent Tennessee's 9th Congressional District, interacting with members of the community during a congressional candidate forum for Districts 5,8 and 9, hosted at the Memphis Islamic Center in Cordova, Tennessee. When Justin Pearson announced his bid for US Congress in his hometown of Memphis, the African American Democrat never imagined he would have to campaign more than 200 miles (300 kilometers) away, in the county where the Ku Klux Klan was founded. In May, following a divisive US Supreme Court decision, Republicans in the state legislature dramatically redrew the boundaries of Tennessee's 9th Congressional District

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By Christopher Rhodes•Aug 7, 2026

Justin Pearson Wins Tennessee Primary In A Newly Gerrymandered District — Here's What He's Up Against

Justin Pearson, who gained national prominence for protesting and for being targeted by Republicans in Tennessee, has won the Democratic primary for ...

Conditions & Care

By Dr. Diana Rangaves, PharmD•Aug 6, 2026

Is Rabbit Fever On Your Radar? A Guide To Symptoms, Causes And Treatment

Learn the symptoms of rabbit fever, how this rare bacterial infection spreads and essential tips to protect yourself and your family.

Erica Schwartz attends her nomination hearing to become Director Of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention with the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee on Capitol Hill July 15, 2026 in Washington, DC. Schwartz, President Trump's pick to lead the CDC, would fill the position left vacant since August 2025 when Trump ousted former CDC Director Dr. Susan Monarez.

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By Christopher Rhodes•Aug 6, 2026

Will CDC's First Black Woman Director Push Back On RFK Jr., Or Fall In Line?

For the first time in nearly a year, a Senate-confirmed candidate is set to assume the role of full-time Director of the Centers for Disease Control ...

African American woman signing up to vote at polling place during US elections.

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By Maya Boddie•Aug 6, 2026

As Voter Confusion Persists, Here’s How Voting Rights Groups Are Changing Their Playbook

As election laws evolve and misinformation continues to cloud the political landscape, voting rights organizations are rethinking how they engage voters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks during a press conference on Universal Child Care at Bedrock Preschool on August 04, 2026 in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx borough in New York City. Mayor Mamdani was joined by Gov. Kathy Hochul, Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels, and other elected officials on the day families of 2,000 toddlers received their 2-K offers for the program beginning in September across five school districts. More than 5,700 families applied for New York City's inaugural preschool program for 2-year-olds. Mamdani said the city plans to expand capacity to 12,000 children and include Staten Island in the program.

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By Jahaura Michelle•Aug 6, 2026

Mamdani, Alongside Hochul, Announces Over 2,000 Free Child Care Offers For NYC Families

More than 2,000 New York City children are receiving offers for the city’s first 2-K program following thousands of applications for the free child c...

Threats Against Federal Judges Are Rising Under Trump — This Judge Says His Family Became A Target

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By Jahaura Michelle•Aug 6, 2026

Threats Against Federal Judges Are Rising Under Trump — This Judge Says His Family Became A Target

A federal judge said he and his family have been subjected to hundreds of threatening messages and multiple credible death threats after he issued se...

Portrait of a Black woman savoring a hot drink with a teal backdrop, casual and relaxed.

Conditions & Care

By Dr. Diana Rangaves, PharmD•Aug 5, 2026

Is Your Morning Coffee Habit Actually Affecting Your Heart Health?

Wondering if a morning brew affects your ticker? Blavity Health breaks down what recent studies reveal about coffee and heart disease risks.

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