Posts Tagged ‘black community’
Black org wants officer who killed Corey Ruiz fired; PFC hearing will determine whether they have standing
A hearing will determine whether a Black organization has the right to petition for the termination of the Madison officer who killed Corey Ruiz.
Read MoreHalyard Park’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
Join the Halyard Park community on Saturday, September 19, as Milwaukee celebrates the neighborhood’s 50th anniversary. The celebration begins at 11 a.m. with the unveiling of a statue honoring Beechie O. Brooks at Gaines Triangle, 2043 N. 6th St., followed by a community gathering at ThriveOn King. Brooks began developing Halyard Park in 1976, creating a suburban-style neighborhood designed for Milwaukee’s Black middle class. Today, Halyard Park remains a testament to the vision, determination and community-building of the people who made it home.
Read MoreFrom Memphis to Gary, Black Communities Are Being Left in the Dark
Power outages don’t affect everyone equally. Discover how prolonged blackouts in Memphis and Gary threaten Black and low-income households.
Read MoreAs Wildfire Smoke Chokes the Northeast Again, Black Communities Are at Risk
As wildfire smoke chokes the Northeast, Black communities face disproportionate health risks from pollution.
Read MoreElon Musk’s AI Empire Accused of Polluting Black Communities
Elon Musk’s xAI faces a lawsuit from the NAACP for operating unpermitted gas turbines in Memphis, over air pollution and community health.
Read MoreRalph Lauren pays homage to generations of Black Martha’s Vineyard visitors in a new collection
Ralph Lauren collection celebrates the black communities of Martha’s Vineyard.
Read MoreOur Lives Are on the Line—Again: What Political Violence Means for Black America
We must confront the deadly cost of divisive rhetoric—and why it matters now more than ever to Black communities.
Read MoreOhio State’s Black graduation celebration persists despite cancellation threats from DEI cuts
The 33-year-old tradition for Black Ohio State University students came under fire with Trump’s DEI cuts, requiring creative solutions.
Read MoreWreath laying ceremony honors Freddie Gray 10 years after brutal death
On the anniversary of Freddie Gray’s death, Baltimore held memorial events including marches, concerts, and interfaith gatherings. The community came together to honor his legacy and reflect on the ongoing fight for justice and reform.
Read MoreObituary: Dorothy Anna Williams, matriarch and former federal employee, dies at 95
Dorothy Anna Williams, affectionately known as “The Queen,” passed away at 95 on March 27, 2025. A beloved matriarch and former federal employee, she was renowned for her gracious spirit and unwavering devotion to family. This tribute honors her enduring legacy and the profound impact she had on all who knew her.
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