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‘Send Him To Angola’: White Lawmaker Attacks First Black EPA Chief

After Michael Regan worked for climate justice in Louisiana, one congressman was quick to blow the dog whistle.

How HBCU Students Can Access Enough Food

Black students attending public HBCUs are facing alarming rates of food insecurity. Here’s how they can be successful.

Black Maternal Health Week

Shirleen Allicot has the story on Black maternal health disparities for Black Maternal Health Week.

Racial Disparities In Environmental Concerns Highlighted In New Gallup Survey

Black Americans are more likely than other racial or ethnic groups to express concerns about environmental threats and experience acute ecological crises, with many facing challenges in relocating to avoid environmental threats.

Health Organizations File Lawsuit Against FDA For Refusing To Ban Menthol Cigarettes

Several health organizations have assembled to take legal action against the Food and Drug Administration for their lack of movement on a public health matter.

What Teens And Parents Should Know About The Dangers Of Vaping

The number of teens vaping is on the rise, especially among middle schoolers. We hear from a pedestrian about the risks and what parents should watch for.

Suicides Are Up Among Black Youths. Is Anyone Paying Attention?

Researchers studying suicide haven’t included enough Black people, but one study points the finger at a familiar cause for a rising rate among Black youths: racism.

Medical Providers Still Grappling With UnitedHealth Cyberattack: ‘More Devastating Than Covid’

Medical providers say they're still coping with the Change Healthcare cyberattack disclosed in February even though parent company UnitedHealth Group reported that much is back to normal and its revenue is up over last year.

Newsom Offers A Compromise To Protect Indoor Workers From Heat

Newsom offers a compromise to protect indoor workers from heat. The deal comes a month after the administration unexpectedly rejected sweeping heat standards for workers.

Same System, Different Outcomes: Why Health Care Inequity Persists In The U.S.

Poverty, lack of access to affordable health care, and poor treatment are among the reasons Black people have worsening health outcomes.

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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.