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Gwen McKinney reflects on the transformation of the 14th Street corridor in Washington, D.C., from a vibrant Black neighborhood to a district of luxury condos and restaurants, as the city's Black population has declined.

The reelection of Trump has raised concerns about potential threats to African Americans, women, Latinos, immigrants, the poor, and the vulnerable. He has indicated intentions to reverse Civil Rights advancements, deport up to 20 million undocumented immigrants, and reduce the size of the federal government.

A 15-year-old student at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, opened fire on Monday, resulting in two fatalities and six injuries, prompting a 911 call from a second-grader and initiating an investigation into the shooter's gun acquisition.

The Federal Trade Commission has documented a significant increase in online job scams, with task scams comprising nearly 40% of job scam reports in 2024, and cryptocurrency-related losses totaling $41 million in the first half of 2024.

Spain has enacted a new law granting four days of paid leave for employees during weather emergencies, allowing employers to extend this with reduced hours, aiming to protect workers from risks during severe storms or other weather-related events.

Racetrac has installed electric vehicle chargers at its stores, noting that they have increased sales and attracted more visitors, demonstrating that EV charging stations can be beneficial to businesses.

To ensure pet safety during the holiday season, it is crucial to recognize household hazards such as tinsel, ribbon, ornaments, alcohol-infused treats, chocolate, salt and yeast doughs, electric lights, candles, oil lamps, medications, vape devices, nicotine pouches, and table scraps, and to implement preventative measures to protect them.

Black women have historically led efforts for democracy and equality, persisting despite numerous challenges, inspired by their ancestors and lived experiences.

The Jefferson Davis statue, which was toppled in Virginia in 2020, has been preserved in its degraded state and displayed in a Richmond museum, symbolizing the rejection of the South's racist history and the ongoing struggle to reckon with the histories that these objects embody.

Vice President Kamala Harris posthumously awarded Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm a Congressional Gold Medal, recognizing her achievements, activism, and enduring legacy.