Dark Money Ran Through Texas’s Runoffs and Probably Just Delivered Win for Private School Vouchers
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has called for a special legislative session to focus on Education Savings Funds, which would allow parents to use public funds to pay for private school tuition, but critics argue that this would…
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Summer Reads to Help Your Kids Learn While on Break
Education for children does not have to stop just because school is ending. Here are some books for students at every grade level to help them learn at every level of education. Elementary School This children’s book offers…
Politics
Lock Him Up: Trump Is Now a Convicted Felon
Trump was unhinged his first time in office. With a criminal conviction under his belt and nothing to lose, there will be no constraints. The post Lock Him Up: Trump Is Now a Convicted Felon appeared first on…
Sports
T-Wolves Force Game 5, Mavs Backcourt Takes Responsibility for Loss
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Dallas Mavericks 105-100 in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, with Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns scoring a combined 54 points, while Kyrie Irving and Luka Dončić led the way for Dallas.
Arts & Culture
Day 1 Recap: Twogether Land Kicks Off in Dallas with Hip-Hop Royalty and R&B Fire
The inaugural Twogether Land festival in Dallas, Texas featured a star-studded lineup of hip-hop legends and R&B favorites, as well as activations and podcasts, making it a force to be reckoned with in the music festival scene.
Lifestyle
Texans receiving federal food assistance caught in crosshairs of congressional funding fight
By Matthew Choi, The Texas Tribune Jan. 3, 2024 “Texans receiving federal food assistance caught in crosshairs of congressional funding fight” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and…
Health
Soul Food for Thought: How Diet Disparity Impacts Black Health in America
Black chefs and community leaders are reimagining soul food classics with a focus on healthier cooking methods and ingredients, while Black vegans are advocating for plant-based eating as a form of empowerment and liberation.
Education
Biden Administration Unveils New Initiatives to Combat School Segregation on Brown v. Board Anniversary
The landmark 1954 Supreme Court ruling declared racially segregated schools unconstitutional, but recent data reveals persistent inequities in U.S. education. By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia On the 70th anniversary of the historic Brown v.…
Business
Manage Your Money Wisely: The 50-30-20 Rule for Financial Success
Having a plan for your money is crucial to building a solid financial foundation. If you’re just getting started on your financial journey, the 50-30-20 rule can help you spend and save your money wisely. By distributing your…
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A Dallas Watchdog and Atlanta’s North Star: James Washington was a Champion of the Black Press
James A. Washington, a dedicated journalist, editor, and publisher for over 45 years, passed away on April 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of courage, integrity, and social justice.
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Mama2Mama: Founder of Nu Standard, Autumn Yarbrough talks hair care, and the science of balancing it all
By Jess Washington, COO of Dallas Weekly I knew when I met Autumn Yarbrough at a mutual friend’s birthday party, we had to meet again. I have grown to be fond of and akin to women who are…
