New book by Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. and Stacy M. Brown explores 500-year legacy of transatlantic slave trade

The Transatlantic Slave Trade: Overcoming the 500-Year Legacy," co-authored by Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. and Stacy M. Brown, explores the enduring impact of the transatlantic slave trade on American society and systemic racism. Scheduled for release on October 8 by Select Books, the book includes a foreword by Chuck D of Public Enemy and is available for pre-order on Amazon.

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TSU sets 2026 Homecoming Celebration: ‘The Blue Never Fades’ featuring T.I., Olympians, and Centenarian Legend

Celebrate TSU Homecoming October 11–17, 2026, with T.I., alumni honors, a Jefferson Street parade and the Morgan State football game at Nissan Stadium.

Rulings leave questions lingering in Nolan Wells case

A grand jury declines charges in Nolan Wells’ death as his family seeks a federal investigation. Related cases raise calls for answers and transparency.

Data center bans gain traction in rural Tennessee, across U.S.

Rural Tennessee communities push back against data centers over water, power and land-use concerns as Nashville considers a temporary moratorium.

Sanders, Ocasio-Cortez, Merkley unveil Ban Flock Act to protect Americans’ right to privacy

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