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White Churches Have Moral Responsibility to Stand Up

In 2019, we will commemorate 400 years since the first 20 slaves were transported by ship from Africa by white slave traders and landed in Jamestown, Va.

Beyond the Rhetoric: Congressional Black Caucus – Time for a Game Plan

The new 116th Congress has more Black participation than ever before. There are 55 members of the Congressional Black Caucus. There are two Black elected officials who chose not to belong – Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina and Congressman William Hurd of Texas. They see the Caucus as a Democratic association and they are Republicans. We wish they would reconsider. It is important that the Caucus is bi-partisan.

Legal Double Standards Keep Us in Shackles

It's time we stop lying to ourselves. The lying has gone on much too long and every time the lie is repeated, we are all the worse for it.

Beyond the Rhetoric: We did not Die, We Multiplied

It is without question. Blacks, as a race of people, are the most resilient human beings walking on God’s earth. Starting in the 1500’s, Europeans began the greatest holocaust known to history. The enslavement of Africans would last for over 350 years. A good portion of the captives died within weeks during the passage across the Atlantic Ocean.

Trump Doesn't Understand What Makes America Truly Great

"I am not a racist," Donald Trump found it necessary to reassure Americans. It was a revealing echo of when Richard Nixon told us, "I'm not a crook."

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Launches Service Projects As It Prepares for Biennial Conference in Houston, July 6-12, 2018

As part of its international program theme, “Launching New Dimensions of Service,” Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® will sponsor “29 Moments of Service” worldwide, ahead of its biennial conference in Houston where more than 25,000 members are expected to converge this summer.

To Choose Not to Vote Is to Surrender Self-determination

Today is an election day in many parts of America. There are key gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey. A single special election in a suburban Seattle district could win Democrats control of the Washington Senate and thus control of the entire state government. Charlotte, N.C., could elect the first black female mayor ever. A record 43 women are vying for seats in the Virginia House of Delegates. Voters in Maine will decide whether to extend Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.

Moderna, Pfizer test vaccine strategies against new variants

Vaccine makers Pfizer and Moderna are trying to get out ahead of some of the new coronavirus variants that are causing concern around the world.

Ford's Jim Baumbick to Oversee Quality

*Jim Baumbick to lead quality, integrated closely with his engineering responsibilities. Stuart Rowley, chief transformation and quality officer, retiring after accomplished 32-year career *Joy Falotico, president of Lincoln, will retire after successful 33-year career with Ford, which included tenures as chief marketing officer, head of Ford Credit *Dianne Craig will succeed Falotico as president of Lincoln. Currently president of the International Markets Group, she has a proven track record in a variety of roles across operations, marketing and dealer relations in more than three decades with Ford *Steven Armstrong, vice president, India & South America transformation, has elected to retire after more than 35 years, where he also led Ford in Europe, Middle East and Africa

Congressman Al Green Commends House Passage of HEROES Act

On Friday, May 15, 2020, Congressman Al Green voted in support of the most recent coronavirus relief legislation – H.R. 6800, the Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act. He released the following statement:

Macy’s Celebrates Innovators and Visionaries During Black History Month

Macy’s welcomes local change makers at eight stores nationwide, highlighted by special appearances by Issa Rae in Los Angeles and Laverne Cox in New York City

This February, Macy’s (NYSE:M) celebrates Black History Month by welcoming a host of innovators in fashion, entertainment, art, music, literature and technology, who are pioneers in their industries. Innovation is one of the cornerstones of Black culture, helping to propel trends, widely influencing pop culture, and changing the face of history.

5 Things for Thursday, January 19, 2017: Barack Obama, Climate Change, Gambia

Has it been eight years already? Today we say bye to Barack and we look forward to Trump's tomorrow. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

5 Things for Wednesday, June 7: Sessions & Trump, Iran Attacks, Qatar

Looking to make some extra cash? There's a $10 million reward for paintings stolen in the world's biggest art heist. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

Here's everything Amazon announced at its big product event — including a $999 robot

Amazon is continuing its quest to cover our homes and bodies with Amazon devices.

Hertz and GM Plan Major EV Expansion

Hertz plans to order up to 175,000 EVs from GM over the next five years Hertz to offer Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac and BrightDrop EVs across multiple vehicle categories Deliveries of Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV expected to begin in the first quarter of 2023

Potter’s House Preacher Resigns After Alleged Affair With Married Goddaughter

If you thought megachurch drama was limited to TV shows like Greenleaf, well, you’d be wrong. A new scandal has rocked the church world this week and its one closely connected to Bishop T.D. Jakes. A married Denver pastor has resigned after allegations that he was cheating with his godchild – his married godchild. Chris Hill, a Jakes protegé who is pastor of the The Potters House Church Of Denver, left his post earlier this month.

HISD Superintendent Richard Carranza Stunning Departure From Houston to NYC

After a year and a half, Houston ISD’s superintendent Richard Carranza has announced that he will be leaving the district to become the New York City School's Chancellor. This announcement comes during the peak of a $208 million deficit that will cause hundreds to lose their jobs due to budget cuts.

HISD Board Joined by Mayor, Lawmakers with Message of Unity for Houston’s Children

HISD Board of Education President Rhonda Skillern-Jones said Tuesday that the departure of Superintendent Richard Carranza does not change the vision and mission of the district, which remains committed to delivering a quality education to all children “in a unified way.”

Tesla tussles with Feds over autopilot crash investigation

Tesla and the National Transportation Safety Board are clashing over an investigation into the fatal crash of a Tesla that was in Autopilot mode.

African American Registered Nurse/ Entrepreneur Creates Online Nursing Program to Help More Students Pass the NCLEX Exam

The online course, called “Choosing Nursing,” offers cheat sheets and readiness assessments for NCLEX exam preparation.

Choosing Nursing, an online program that prepares nurses in the U.S. and Canada to sit their NCLEX-PN and NCLEX-RN exams and meet the prerequisites for their nursing license, is currently offering eight paid digital products and courses with strategies to help its students secure passes. Founded by Registered Nurse Chioma Okeke, Choosing Nursing offers training year-round and has a free-to-download guide on their official website that outlines some of the biggest mistakes nurses make when taking the NCLEX.

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