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The Violence Trump Claims to Fear Occurs Mostly in Red States
By Stacy M. BrownBlack Press USA Senior National Correspondent Donald Trump continues to attack cities and jurisdictions heavily populated by minorities, often painting them as crime-ridden and unsafe despite evidence showing overall declines in many categories of crime. Nowhere is this tension clearer than in Washington, D.C., where residents face relentless scrutiny from Trump while Red States — many with far... Read more
Howard University President Ben Vinson Will Suddenly Step Down as President on August 31
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — In a surprising announcement, Howard University President Ben Vinson III, 55, will leave his position as Howard University’s 18th President. Howard University President Ben Vinson Will Suddenly Step Down as President on August 31 By Lauren Burke In a surprising announcement, Howard University President Ben Vinson III, 55, will leave his position as Howard University’s 18th President. Vinson’s departure comes... Read more
Trump’s Takeover of Smithsonian Targets Black History and Censors Presidential Truths
Washington D.C., USA - February 10, 2023: The National Museum of African American By Stacy M. BrownBlack Press USA Senior National Correspondent Donald Trump’s administration has intensified its takeover of the Smithsonian Institution, advancing an agenda that historians and civil rights leaders say is rooted in racism and political censorship. Under the guise of “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,” Trump’s... Read more
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From BET To Billion-Dollar Hotels: The Unstoppable Legacy Of Sheila Johnson
09-15-2025
If you ever have the fortune of hearing Sheila Johnson share her story in person, run — do not walk — to grab your ticket, seat or headphones to listen […] The post From BET To Billion-Dollar Hotels: The Unstoppable Legacy...
Read moreBlack Stars Turned Heads On The Emmy Awards Red Carpet
09-14-2025
The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards are officially here. In addition to celebrating top talent in the world of television, you know we had to take in every beauty moment on […] The post Black Stars Turned Heads On The Emmy Awards...
Read more‘Severance’ Star Tramell Tillman Makes Emmy History With Best Supporting Actor Win
09-14-2025
Tramell Tillman made history at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, becoming the first Black actor to win outstanding supporting actor in a drama series. The 40-year-old was recognized for his […] The post ‘Severance’ Star Tramell Tillman Makes Emmy History With...
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Chiefs need playoff-level Patrick Mahomes just to win now, and his lack of support is…
09-15-2025
The Kansas City Chiefs have dug themselves in a bit of a hole with a sloppy 0-2 start following Sunday’s loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in their Super Bowl rematch. They only lost this game by three points and had...
Read moreSean Payton: We shot ourselves in the foot too many times
09-15-2025
Though the Broncos had every chance to beat the Colts on Sunday, the club instead headed home to Denver 1-1 after Spencer Shrader kicked a game-winning, 45-yard field goal through the uprights on an untimed down. Indianapolis had decided to...
Read moreFalcons new kicker Parker Romo drills five field goals in debut, meets teammate Leonard Floyd…
09-15-2025
It was a whirlwind week for new Atlanta Falcons kicker Parker Romo. After being unemployed Monday, Romo signed with the team Tuesday. On Saturday, he learned he would be the team's primary kicker in Week 2. And on Sunday, he...
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Shipwreck discovered of schooner that sank in Lake Michigan almost 140 years ago
09-15-2025
Searchers have discovered the wreckage of a schooner that sank during a Lake Michigan storm almost 140 years ago
Read moreFrom Carter's kiss to Trump's step ahead: Presidential gaffes toward British royals
09-15-2025
U.S. presidents and first ladies have had their share of awkward moments with the British royal family over the years
Read moreGlobal shares trade mixed as markets eye Fed decision
09-15-2025
Global shares are trading mixed as markets look ahead to a possible U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate cut later this week
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Bessent says US, China have 'framework' on TikTok deal; Trump, Xi to meet Friday to…
09-15-2025
The U.S. and China reached a framework on a deal to move TikTok to U.S. ownership and avoid a ban, as President Trump and Chinese...
Read moreFormer Big Tech exec warns the ‘woke-mind virus’ nearly brought America to its knees
09-15-2025
Rivet Industries' CEO spent a decade in Big Tech before pivoting to military technology development, now bolstering the U.S. Army's capabilities with a $195 million...
Read moreTrump encourages foreign companies to bring manufacturing experts to train US workers: 'We welcome them'
09-14-2025
Trump proposes that foreign companies building ships, computers, and semiconductors should temporarily bring specialists to transfer knowledge to U.S. workers.
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Buttigieg on new Harris book: Biden ‘should not have run’
09-15-2025
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Sunday said former President Biden “should not have run” for reelection in 2024, and should have dropped out of the race earlier. “He should not have run, and if he had made that decision...
Read moreToxic jet engine fumes sickening crews, passengers: Report
09-15-2025
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has received thousands of reports since 2010 about toxic fumes from jet engines leaking into the cockpit and cabin of airplanes, according to an investigation done by The Wall Street Journal. The leaks are due...
Read moreLive updates: Vance hosts Charlie Kirk’s show; House Republicans look to avert shutdown with stopgap
09-15-2025
With the government funding deadline just over two weeks away, House Republicans are considering a continuing resolution (CR) that would keep the lights on through Nov. 20, GOP sources told The Hill. Text of the continuing resolution (CR) has yet...
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