Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’ Opens to Hollywood Celebration
HOLLYWOOD — Few entertainers shaped global culture like Michael Jackson. This week, Hollywood reminded the world that even years after his death, Jackson’s name still commands unmatched attention. Hollywood Turns Out for the King of Pop Lionsgate’s U.S. premiere of Michael transformed Hollywood Boulevard into a full-scale celebration of the King of Pop’s legacy. More…
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Atlanta Proclaims Bayard Rustin Day as New Leadership Institute Launches
ATLANTA, Ga. — In a direct rebuke to efforts to erase Black and LGBTQ+ history, Atlanta has officially proclaimed March 17 as Bayard Rustin Day, honoring the Black gay strategist who helped build the modern Civil Rights Movement but was too often pushed to its margins. Rustin was the chief organizer of the 1963 March…
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Tulsa Parents Hit by Childcare Costs as Coalition Pushes $30M Plan
TULSA, Okla. — For many Tulsa parents, the cost of childcare is no longer just another monthly bill. It is shaping decisions once driven by hope or preference: when to have children, whether to change jobs, how long to delay buying a home, and how much help to ask from family simply to stay employed.…
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Black Maternal Health Week at 10: Preventable Deaths Persist as Black Women Lead the Fight for Change
Ten years after Black Maternal Health Week first sounded the alarm, Black women in the United States remain three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. Even more damning, health experts say 84% of those deaths are preventable. That reality has transformed what should be a public health emergency into something…
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OWN Network’s ‘Belle Collective: Birmingham’ Star Amber Jones Opens Up About Friendship, Finance, and Finding Herself
OWN Network is expanding the Belle Collective franchise with a new cast of Southern belles in Belle Collective: Birmingham—the latest installment set in the rising city of Birmingham, Alabama. The reality series spotlights a dynamic group of women contributing to ‘The Magic City’s’ growing entrepreneurial landscape. This season introduces viewers to the team behind the…
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America’s Moral Compass Has Always Been Black
America does not lose its way all at once. It happens in moments—when truth is bent, when power goes unchecked, when institutions meant to protect the vulnerable instead test their limits. And in those moments, the nation reveals something deeper: who is willing to stand for its ideals and serve as the moral compass when…
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Dave Chappelle Says Republicans Weaponized His Transgender Jokes
Dave Chappelle is drawing a sharper line between comedy and politics, saying his transgender jokes have been repurposed into a political weapon—one he insists he never intended. Backlash, Comedy, and the Line Between Them In a recent interview, Chappelle addressed ongoing backlash over his jokes about transgender people while directing criticism at the Republican Party, which…
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Ashlee Jenae Death: Police Cite Suicide as Family Seeks Answers
MIAMI — Ashlee Jenae, a 31-year-old influencer, died in Tanzania, but unanswered questions now challenge the official suicide ruling. Her family is pushing for answers as officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death. Jenae had traveled to Tanzania to celebrate her birthday and recent engagement, according to family members and social media posts…
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GRAND Mental Health launches ApexCare app
TULSA, Okla. — GRAND Mental Health has launched a new digital platform to expand behavioral health care across Oklahoma. On April 6, the organization announced ApexCare, an app-based platform designed to improve access and coordination. The platform also delivers a more seamless digital experience for clients. ApexCare is available on iOS and Android devices. As a result,…
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“DEI is Dead”: Dept. of Ed. Faces Backlash Over Social Media Post
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Education, led by Linda E. McMahon under Donald Trump, is facing backlash. A social media post declaring “DEI is DEAD!” and featuring a gravestone labeled “DEI” is drawing scrutiny. The agency linked the post to a press release outlining efforts to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in higher education. The tone…
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