Dear Black People: “Stop Running From the Police”
An Open Letter to Unarmed African Americans By Orrin Hudson, former police officer-turned-community activist Nationwide (BlackNews.com) – I've said it...
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Illinois State Board of Education Announces April 15 Board Meeting in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Board of Education will convene for a regular business meeting on April 15 at...
“Breaking Barriers” Research Uncovers Disparities in Health Care Access
Health Coverage Doesn't Translate to Health Care in Communities of Color As more families get health insurance, it's becoming clear that...
Madigan to U.S. Dept. of Education: Cancel Loans of Corinthian Students
CHICAGO, IL – Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan today urged the federal government to immediately relieve the federal debt burden...
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® Presents its St. Jude Star Award to Celebrity Friends David and Tamela Mann
Stars of new Bounce TV series "Mann & Wife" launch PSA to help raise awareness for St. Jude Memphis, TN...
ISBE Chairman Meeks Challenges ESL Community to Find a Reading Mentor for Every Third-Grader
Six-week challenge begins April 11 East St. Louis — Illinois State Board of Education Chairman James Meeks challenged the East...
Book Tackles Black America’s Biggest Problems
New Book “Are We There Yet?†Discusses Major Challenges Facing Black Community; Offers Inspiring Solutions CHICAGO, IL (BlackNews.com) – As...
NIJC Calls on Illinois Gov. Rauner to Restore Funding for Immigrant Services
(From the Heartland Alliance’s National Immigrant Justice Center) Cuts Hurt Families, Deprive Illinois Residents of Immigration’s Fiscal Benefits Statement by...
Black Press Columnist Battles for Life After Being Diagnosed With ALS
Part I of a Two-part Series: 'First, You Cry': Black Press Columnist Battles for Life After 'Devastating' Diagnosis By Hazel...
Rapper Jay-Z Announces 2015 Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship
Nationwide -- The Shawn Carter Foundation Scholarship provides financial support to high school students as well as undergraduate students entering...
