Djimon Hounsou on battling ‘systemic racism,’ and reconnecting Black people to their African roots
Two-time Oscar-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou talks about his philanthropic work, and how ‘systemic racism’ means he’s still ...
Rep. Maxine Waters slams media ‘playing politics’ over wildfires and begs people to uplift Altadena’s Black community
"Don't use up this precious time to do petty politics," Congresswoman Maxine Waters said in an interview with NewsNation's ...
Video Shows Black People Helping — Not Looting — During LA Wildfires
Online users falsely alleged a video of Black family members and friends moving items from a home during the January 2025 ...
A storied Black community fears wildfires will claim its history
Altadena, the Los Angeles suburb leveled by the Eaton Fire, has a thriving Black community that bought homes in the civil ...
Is the Criticism of L.A.’s Mayor Unfair? Black Women Rise to Defend Her.
Many celebrities and politicians have criticized Karen Bass for her city’s response to the wildfires, but her defenders say ...
Shattered in the Fire: A Historic Black Haven
For Black residents, Altadena represented something more than suburban living. It was a foothold in generational prosperity.
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In Altadena, where many Black families became homeowners, displaced residents grapple with grief and uncertainty
The community has been a sanctuary for Black residents. Homeownership for African Americans in Altadena is about 81% — close ...
Black coaches have been sidelined too long from top positions
While meritocracy may be embodied on the field, it frequently isn’t on the sideline. Marcus Freeman is an exception.
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The Story Of Two LA Wild Fires: Why Black Suffering is Overshadowed By White Celebs?
White celebrities such as Khloe Kardashian, James Woods and Sarah Michelle Gellar have lashed out against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass because of the Palisades fire. However, the Black people who were ...
Generational Black Homes in LA Reduced to Ash Amid Growing Wildfires
Throughout Los Angeles, ash, smoke, wind, and flames are rewriting the landscape and, although less publicized, Black history ...
VP Harris mourns historically Black Altadena amid California fires, condemns insurance disparities and misinformation
Harris lifted up Altadena and called out insurance companies and disinformation amid the devastating wildfires in her home ...
A podcast host shaded Megan Thee Stallion's name. For Black women, this cuts deep. | Opinion
Megan Thee Stallion's name was intentionally mispronounced by Olivia Davis on her Youtube show. For Black women, 'jokes' like ...