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Figures show Black Californians falling behind other groups
By Joe W. Bowers Jr. Contributing Writer WESTWOOD — New data showing rising unemployment and widening economic gaps for Black…
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Surge in gas prices, ignites political blame game in state
By Bo Tefu Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — California drivers are once again paying the highest prices at the pump in…
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Black influencer’s alleged suicide in Tanzania called ‘suspicious’
Wire Report MIAMI, Florida — The family of a Black influencer found dead while on a luxury trip in Tanzania…
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Swalwell suspends campaign for governor, resigns from Congress
By Bo Tefu Contributing Writer WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell has suspended his campaign for California governor and resigned…
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Officer shot fleeing teen in the back of the head, video proves
By Heather Hollingsworth Contributing Writer LOUIS, Missouri – A local police officer fatally shot a Black teenager in the back…
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Church where MLK gave final speech to get $1.2 million facelift
By ADRIAN SAINZ Contributing Writer MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A local landmark indelibly linked to one of the most iconic…
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‘Lynching Victims’ exhibit reflects America’s true history — warts and all
By GARY FIELDS and SOPHIE BATES Contributing Writers JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The glass panels of the Lynching Victims Monolith…
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America’s Mother Road, Route 66, is turning 100 this year
By Susan Montoya Bryan Contributing Writer ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — If you’ve ever planned to motor west and take the…
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Ex-cop gets 3-to-9-year sentence in death of Black father of 3
By MICHAEL R. SISAK Associated Press NEW YORK – A former New York City police sergeant has been sentenced…
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White man held for killing Black mom, son after parking dispute
Wire Report AKRON, Ohio – A white Ohio resident is being jailed on a $3 million bond after shooting and…
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