U.S. Mint Releases Coins Honoring Harriet Tubman
The U.S. Mint released commemorative coins honoring abolitionist Harriet Tubman Thursday. The coins include $5 gold coins, $1 silver coins and half-dollar coins that commemorate the bicentennial of her birth.
Want To Improve Schools? Start With These 3 Things
Public education has plenty of challenges, but if we fix these things in 2024, students will be better off.
Study: Black Women’s Suicide Rates Are Skyrocketing
At the same time that demand for free or low-cost mental health resources is surging, recent research has identified a troubling trend: the rise in suicide rates among Black women and girls.
Harvard President Claudine Gay Resigns After Plagiarism And Campus Antisemitism Accusations
Harvard President Claudine Gay announced Tuesday she is stepping down just six months into her presidency amid a firestorm of controversy at the university.
The New FAFSA: What You Need To Know To Get Financial Aid For College
There’s one form prospective and current college students must submit in order to receive federal financial aid, and it looks a lot different than in prior years.
Lamar Jackson’s Late Mvp Surge And Eagles Faltering Finish Continues: Everything To Know About...
With one full week of regular season NFL action to come the playoff picture has become clearer. Week 17 of the 2023 season – the penultimate round of games – provided plenty of intrigue and excitement. Here’s everything you need to know from Sunday’s games in Week 17.
Portland Police Hold Final Stolen Vehicle Operation Of 2023 Shows
In a display of law enforcement collaboration, the year's last stolen vehicle operation in Portland police says it was a success.
Here’s What Students Say They Need For The New Year
As 2023 comes to a close, discussions about inequitable school funding, chronic absenteeism, and the need to teach more culturally relevant material aren’t going away just because the calendar switches to a new year.
The Future Of Reparations And Economic Equality
Dedrick Asante-Muhammad says reparations and change are possible but will take a “large, long-term commitment from the federal government.”
The State Of Black Homeownership Is Difficult But Promising
Black homeowners and prospective buyers faced serious headwinds in 2023, but 2024 and beyond could provide hope.
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4 Lawsuits Challenging Book Bans
Nearly 4,000 books have been axed from schools, and Black stories are a frequent target. Now activists are fighting back in court.
