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Iowa: Renee Hardman becomes first Black woman appointed to state’s senate
Renee Hardman, a Democrat from West Des Moines, has achieved a historic victory in the special election for central Iowa’s Senate District 16, becoming the first Black woman elected to the Iowa Senate. Hardman decisively defeated her Republican opponent, Lucas Loftin, by a margin of over 40 percentage points. This district, which encompasses parts of…
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‘I’m ecstatic’ – Muhammad Ali’s wife reacts to news that he will be honored with US postage stamp
The U.S. Postal Service is issuing two commemorative postage stamps this week to honor legendary...
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Georgia Councilwoman rushed into burning building to save neighbors
Councilwoman Melissa Bayardelle was sworn in for her second term on the Hiram City Council,...
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South Florida: Jamaican-American mayor recognized as one of most influential Black women
Lauderhill’s dynamic Jamaican-American Mayor, Denise Grant, has been recognized for her...
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New York County elects its first Black Woman Sheriff in State history
Jackie Salvatore, 60, made history in New York State when she was officially sworn in as the Columbia County sheriff, marking a groundbreaking milestone as the first Black woman to ever hold this esteemed...
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Shaquille O’Neal pushes to help a promising Texas police officer he discovered through jealousy
Retired NBA star Shaquille O’Neal is leveraging his background in law enforcement to mentor an aspiring police officer in Kemah, Texas. The young man, Jordan Wilmore, who is 7-foot-3, hopes to become...
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How this mom rose above limb differences through modeling: ‘Fashion became therapeutic’
Samrica Zogar, born in Liberia in the late 1980s, has lived with limb differences in her feet and right hand since birth. Despite the challenges, she has pursued her dream life. Today, her goal is...
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Baseball legend completes his bachelor’s degree after 47 years: ‘I’ve finished what I started’
Gary Eave, a man of deep faith, a former All-American athlete, and a devoted family man, recently completed a journey that began 47 years ago by returning to Grambling State University. Eave, who first...
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How Jasmine Oliver’s sugar cravings transformed her into a successful tea entrepreneur
Jasmine Oliver founded Tea Please, a Black-owned brand born from a personal desire to enjoy dessert-inspired flavors while prioritizing health and mindfulness. Oliver’s brand is redefining indulgence—one...
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Generous black celebrities of 2025 who brought smiles to faces
Beyoncé Beyoncé’s BeyGOOD foundation pledged $2.5 million to aid victims of the devastating Southern California wildfires, which claimed 24 lives and destroyed over 12,000 structures. ...
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Inspirational stories of 2025
The year 2025 gave us many inspirational and encouraging stories. Some made history on a national level, while others highlighted the power of determination or served as beautiful reminders of the importance...
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These are the tech personalities of 2025 you should look out for
Some tech personalities stood out to us in 2025. Their impact ranged from start-ups to defining careers that broke ground and secured significant investment deals. Here are the 5 tech stories that...
