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Democrat Sheila Jackson Lee Introduces Anti-White Supremacy Bill, then Schools Republican Boebert on Hate

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By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent – @StacyBrownmedia – That’s enough of racism and bigotry, says Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee. The Democratic representative from Texas has introduced House Resolution 61, which would amend Title 18 […]

CBC Begins ‘Busy’ 2023 Meeting with Biden Administration Over Border Policies

August 6, 2026 admin 0

‘@StacyBrownMedia, By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent – Rep. Steven Horsford, a Democrat from Nevada, and Rep. Yvette Clarke of Brooklyn, NY, said that the government’s policy, which is very similar to […]

Women’s Conference Workshops Accentuate Protecting Your Peace

August 6, 2026 admin 0

Lady Cynthia Thomas of The Heir Church (formerly Joint Heirs Christian Center) led the centers 2023 annual Women’s Conference, held on their campus February 2-4. This year’s theme ‘The Heart of a Godly Women,” integrated […]

Legislators Go One on One to Explain Handling Property Insurance

August 6, 2026 admin 0

State Senator Tracie Davis and State Rep Angie Nixon continue to tag team in their governmental efforts to benefit their constituents. The two recently convened concerned citizens to discuss 2023 property insurance options, updates, adjustments […]

JJ The Funny Kid: Turns Trauma into Business Opportunity – Drink Up!

August 6, 2026 admin 0

Jamar Boykins, an 11 year old Jacksonville boy turns trauma into humor. His comedic videos have gone viral but only after fighting through the pains of losing his three-year old brother, Connor Mickens, to gun […]

Masses Join Forum for Safe Swimming Communities

August 6, 2026 admin 0

The Shawn Delifus Foundation recently hosted a free forum detailing their free summer swimming lesson classes and registration. The nonprofit offers a multitude of training such as life guard training and certifications, CPR, nutrition, parenting […]

Brown Girls & Wahala Novels Release

August 6, 2026 admin 0

“Brown Girls is a beautiful love letter to friendship, Queens, New York, and what it means to navigate this world as a brown girl. It will make you think of your childhood friends, and after reading […]

Step Afrika! is Back Stepping for the Culture

August 6, 2026 admin 0

The stageplay Step Afrika! last stepped on Duval soil ten years ago for a performance inside the Ritz Theatre. Returning to Duval for performances February 9 – 10th, the Step Afrika touring company is back […]

Black Excellence Celebrated at Annual Image Awards

August 6, 2026 admin 0

The 2023 Jacksonville Image Awards kicked off Black History Month at the Wilson Center for the Arts on the Florida State College at Jacksonville’s South Campus. The event featured a gold-carpet arrival, photo shoot and […]

Black History Month: Dr. Alyx Porter on Shaping the Future Generation of Physicians

August 6, 2026 admin 0

Black History Month is commemorated every February. It’s a month for all people to celebrate and learn about diverse and important contributions of African Americans to American society and culture, as well as to reflect […]