by Ben Jealous Across the country — from South Carolina to the South Side of Chicago — we are celebrating the life of Rev. Jesse Jackson. This weekend, he will finally be laid to rest. […]
by Keith McGee America is struggling to describe what it is living through in President Donald Trump’s second term. The language we keep reaching for — “authoritarian,” “strongman,” “dictator” — doesn’t quite fit. Those words […]
Jayne Kennedy on the cover of her memoir “Plain Jayne.” (Courtesy Photo) Keith L. Underwood | LA Sentinel, Entertainment Writer Jayne Kennedy has never viewed her life as a series of isolated moments. In her […]
by D. Maule Northsiders love their Mayor Donna Deegan, but unfortunately have realized they will need 10 more Donna’s in a row to repair historic divestment as a result of neglect in Northside neighborhoods. Her […]
By Gail Carter-Cade | These lines from my poem Why I Don’t Try, featured in my book Uplifting The Pain of Behavioral and Learning Styles Through Poetry Now, reflect the truth many children carry silently. They are […]
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday unveiled a new Frederick Douglass statue in Plaza de la Constitución, part of the state’s America 250 campaign marking the 250th anniversary of the United […]
By R. McCoy | The Zeta Amicae of Jacksonville marked their 78th Charter Day Celebration with a faith-filled gathering hosted by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Beta Alpha Zeta Chapter, on February 21 at Refresh […]
By Dr. S. Powell | The historic Ritz Theatre and Museum came alive with the soulful sounds of Uptown, whose electrifying performance had the audience on its feet. The trio delivered an energetic mix of […]
Police use of force and officer-involved shootings in Jacksonville have remained a focal point of debate in recent years, with civil rights advocates pointing to racial disparities, lawsuits and internal investigations involving the Jacksonville Sheriff’s […]
Bettie Eubanks, a highly regarded local artist recently showcased her vibrant paintings inside the African American Cultural Society (AACS) Heritage Museum in Palm Coast. The exhibit captures the essence of her roles as a wife, […]
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