The Sierra Club board voted to fire executive director Ben Jealous, its first Black leader, sparking allegations of racism, union disputes, and controversy over budget
A New Yorker investigation estimates Donald Trump and his family have gained over $1 billion during his second presidency, through foreign deals, Mar-a-Lago memberships, PAC
President Trump declared Washington, D.C. “safe” during an Oval Office meeting with Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy, citing National Guard deployment, declining crime rates, and a renewed
Facial recognition is expanding at major U.S. airports through TSA PreCheck and CBP’s Enhanced Passenger Processing, raising privacy concerns as lawmakers push the Traveler Privacy
A new Economist/YouGov poll shows only 31% of Americans consider Donald Trump honest, with concerns over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, low approval among Black
YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee, in partnership with the League of Women Voters, hosted the Stand Against Injustice Rally on August 6, 2025. The event
Musicians Corner returns to Centennial Park for fall 2025, kicking off August 29 with a three-day Free Fest in partnership with Lightning 100. Enjoy free
Nashville residents enjoyed the second Open Streets Summer Series on August 17, with five miles of downtown streets and The Gulch closed to traffic for
Unmanageable launches Stay Righteously Unmanageable, a free monthly virtual series connecting artist-activists and cultural organizers. Facilitated by Je Naè Taylor, sessions focus on art, advocacy,
The Coalition of Black Trade Unionists condemns Trump’s targeting of Black leaders and communities, from DC to Texas and Los Angeles. This piece addresses racialized
This article examines systemic voter suppression, the influence of money in U.S. politics, and the struggle for African American political empowerment. It explores historical and
AI is reshaping the workforce, disproportionately affecting women and people of color. This article explores job displacement risks, community-focused AI education, and strategies to build
The Trump administration’s proposed cuts to SNAP threaten millions of American families, particularly children and people of color, undermining poverty relief, local economies, and long-term
Wellpoint Tennessee, in partnership with the Murfreesboro Boys & Girls Club and Archie’s Promise, unveiled a free hygiene vending machine to provide underserved youth with
Tennessee State football kicks off the 2025 season with the John Merritt Classic, the Legacy Series, and eight home games at Nissan Stadium, highlighted by
Learn expert tips from The Goddard School and Slumberkins co-founders on helping young children manage big emotions, prevent meltdowns, and build healthy coping skills through
Belmont University’s Curb College launched its inaugural Master of Arts in Media and Entertainment Industries (MAMEI) program with a three-day immersive experience in Nashville, connecting
Reflecting on Acts 26:17-18, this message explores turning from darkness to light, the call to live sanctified by faith, and the power of the Holy
Discover the powerful Prayer of Jabez from 1 Chronicles 4:10—a bold request for God’s blessing, protection, and enlargement of territory, reminding believers to live by
On August 28, 2025, faith leaders, the Black Press of America, and Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network will lead a historic protest march on
Spike Lee reimagines Akira Kurosawa’s High and Low with Denzel Washington, Jeffrey Wright, and A$AP Rocky in a modern crime thriller that blends urban culture,
Classic burgers and hot dogs might get the spotlight during backyard barbecues, but tasty sides and twists on tradition are what take your cookout to
The NFC East makes history as the first NFL division with four Black starting quarterbacks—Jayden Daniels, Jalen Hurts, Dak Prescott, and Russell Wilson—leading their teams
Gloria Gaynor, the disco legend whose 1978 anthem “I Will Survive” became a rallying cry for empowerment and resistance, will now stand center stage at
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