Brace yourself—this isn’t your typical feel-good read. Think of the treasured family recipe passed down by your grandmother, suddenly altered by someone eager to “improve” it by removing everything that made it special. That’s what Project 2025 feels like for Black...

The Strength of the Black Dollar Black consumers command nearly $2 trillion in annual buying power. Yes, trillions. That’s enough to fuel countless purchases, from sneakers and barbecue ribs to haircare essentials and refreshing watermelons. But here’s the crucial...

Celebrating Dr. Beverly Guy-Sheftall: A Legend in Black Feminist Scholarship Let’s celebrate a true legend in Black feminist scholarship: Dr. Beverly Guy-Sheftall. For over 55 years, Dr. Guy-Sheftall has been a pioneering force in academia, transforming how we view...

Black Unemployment Surges to 7.5%, Impacting Families Nationwide Black unemployment has surged to 7.5% — the highest level since late 2021 — and Black families across the country are feeling the profound impact. This significant rise is more than a statistic; it...

Let’s Get Real About Breastfeeding and Black Families Let’s get real about breastfeeding and its disparities among Black mothers and families in the U.S. If breastfeeding were a Netflix series, it would be "Breastfeeding: The Greatest (Missed) Hit." It’s empowering,...

Chicago’s Black Churches Mobilize Amid Federal Intervention Chicago is on the brink of intensified federal enforcement, and its Black church leaders are stepping up as community champions and protectors. With a looming federal and National Guard presence in the city,...

Black Unemployment in 2025: A Pressing Concern Black unemployment in 2025 is a pressing issue that cannot be ignored. At 7.2%, the unemployment rate for Black workers has reached its highest level since the COVID-19 pandemic began, starkly contrasting with the 3.7%...

Federal Troops in Chicago: What’s Really Happening? The federal government recently sent troops into Chicago, officially to combat crime spikes. But underneath the surface, this move reeks of political posturing in body armor. This isn’t new rhetoric either: the...

FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Guide for Black Families Facing the loss of a loved one due to COVID-19 is deeply painful, and for Black grandparents and parents, it comes with unique challenges and burdens. Beyond the heartache of grief, the high cost of funerals...

Missouri’s Political Battle Ignites Over Voter Suppression Hold tight, folks—Missouri’s political landscape is heating up, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. When the Republican-led Missouri legislature called a special session in 2025 to redraw congressional...