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Equity Advancement: The Biden-⁠Harris Administration Pushes Opportunity For Black Americans

Through initiatives to reduce the cost of child care and better assist Black-owned businesses, the Biden-Harris Administration is expanding financial chances for Black people.

Nashville PD Release Bodycam Footage Of Police’s Encounter With School Attacker

The video release comes as police in Nashville are digging into the background and motivations of the shooter, a 28-year-old former Covenant School student.

Nashville Community Mourns Victims Of Recent School Shooting

Another American community is reeling after a shooter killed three 9-year-olds and three adults at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville.

Meet Wawa Gatheru, The Powerhouse Behind Black Girl Environmentalist

From gracing the cover of the January issue of Vogue to amplifying climate justice on social media, Wawa Gatheru has set her sights on elevating environmental solutions.

Supreme Court Takes Up Case Concerning Americans With Disabilities Act

The US Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear a case concerning whether a self-appointed "tester" of the Americans with Disabilities Act has the right to sue hotels over alleged violations of the civil rights law.

Questions Remain In Khalil Ahmad Azad’s ‘Accidental Drowning’ After Police Chase

It was almost 1:30 in the morning when officers in Robbinsdale said they attempted to pull over a driver for “probable cause DWI.” Instead of a simple traffic stop, a chase ensued. Khalil Ahmad Azad death was ruled accidental and the family demands answers.

Oregon To Claim Nation’s First In Medicaid

Oregon will become the first state in the nation to allow children who enroll in Medicaid at birth to stay to age 6. There are several states that are looking at their enrollment policies for the youngest Medicaid members.

EV Charging Station Opens As Rebate Halted

The Largest EV supercharger site has opened in Sutherlin, Oregon on Clover Leaf Loop. This is located off of the I-5 on Highway 138.

‘Hotel Rwanda’ Hero To Be Released From Rwanda Prison

Paul Rusesabagina, who inspired the Hollywood film "Hotel Rwanda" and had been sentenced to prison in Rwanda, has had his sentence commuted by the country's President Paul Kagame after his request for clemency.

Senate Committe Delays Vote To Consider Biden’s Pick To Lead The FAA

Phillip Washington's FAA nomination was first announced by Biden eight months ago and has since faced continued resistance from Republican members of Congress over a number of issues.

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There’s A New Excitement Around The WNBA This Season

Ticket sales for the Chicago Sky have jumped. Celebrities are wearing Indiana Fever jerseys. Google searches for the league are higher than ever. Everyone is talking about the WNBA. And the hype is real.