THE AFRO — Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network are planning a rally on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 to protest the second presidential inauguration of Donald Trump, and to honor and defend Dr. King’s dream of justice, equality and change. The post National Action Network announces 2025 Inauguration Day rally appeared first on AFRO American Newspapers. Members of the National Action Network (NAN) will gather civil rights and community leaders from across the nation in protest next year. On Jan. 20, 2025, which will also be Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Sharpton will hold a rally…
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CHICAGO DEFENDER — Members of the Mayor Harold Washington Legacy Committee present a wreath at the former mayor’s gravesite at Oak Woods Cemetery (Photo Credit: Tacuma R. Roeback). On a cool, mostly overcast morning at Oak Woods Cemetery on Chicago’s South Side, friends, colleagues and admirers gathered to honor Harold Washington — Chicago’s first Black mayor — and his lasting and incalculable impact on the city and country.
ATLANTA, Ga. – Black homebuyers are obstructed by systemic racism and economic factors like high interest rates and investor purchases. But speakers at the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) Black Wealth Summit were enthusiastic about the progress, insisting that the journey towards homeownership and generational wealth is worth pursuing. The summit at Clark Atlanta University on Nov. 15 was a platform for housing policy and lending, including forums on NAREB-commissioned studies. This year, sessions addressed the 2024 State of Housing in Black America (SHIBA) report and a study on appraisal bias and the impact of recent government and…
NASHVILLE, TN – The Sylvan Heights Neighborhood Association is thrilled to announce the completion of its mural on the historic CSX railroad underpass on 37th Avenue North. This transformative public art project, funded by an FY24 Metro Arts Thrive Award, brings vibrant imagery to an iconic gateway that has stood as a cornerstone of the community since 1920. The mural, created by Stephen Sloan, owner and creator of Never Xtinct, and his wife and creative partner Alex Sloan, celebrates the unique essence of Sylvan Heights. As a former resident of the neighborhood, Stephen brought a deep connection to this project,…
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – The New Gallery at Austin Peay State University and the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA) have announced a new summer studio artist-in-residence program and are accepting submissions through Sunday, Dec. 15. The residency/exhibition aims to bring regional contemporary artists to Clarksville, providing studio space on APSU’s campus, as well as time for experimentation and the creation of new works. Funded by CECA, this new program supports the mission of sponsoring the creation, presentation, study, and research of significant and distinctive works of art within the region. Eligibility: Artists who live within a 300-mile radius…
ATLANTA, GA – The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) Building Black Wealth Tour picked up steam in Atlanta on November 16, as more than 650 people participated in the event at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church. In more than 100 cities, seminars and one-on-one sessions have empowered communities with steps towards homeownership, property investment, starting a business, and other wealth-building opportunities. The Black Wealth Tour brings experts in multiple fields, such as real estate, inheritance, investing, and personal finance, offering counseling, valuable insights, and practical advice to Black communities nationwide. The NAREB Building Black Wealth Tour aims to significantly reduce…
Nashville, TN – Beloved middle school teacher Alex Lute is set to “Flip the Switch” for the 6th Annual iteration of Lute’s Lights at sundown on Saturday, November 30. This year’s event features more than 900 unique blow molds, 30,000 lights and a walk-thru path of “Christmas Legends.” The monthlong Christmas wonderland serves as a fundraiser and community drop spot for winter coats, school uniform clothing and pantry items for local nonprofit UniCycle, which works alongside the MNPS HERO Program, supporting 4,500 students in unstable housing with services from enrollment and transportation assistance to new school shoes, clothing and basic…
Memphis, TN- Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) proudly announces the district’s “Advancing” designation released in the latest federal accountability report from the Tennessee Department of Education. The achievement is an improvement from last year’s “Satisfactory” rating and reflects the progress happening in Tennessee’s largest school system. Here are the areas included to receive the designation: Our Schools Are Making Progress “This recognition proves that the hard work of our teachers, staff, students, and families is paying off,” said Board Member Tamarques Porter. “We’re making progress together, and this is just the beginning of what we can achieve as a community.” Celebrating Excellence…
The Chattanooga Fire Department’s minimum hiring age is now 18, allowing us to recruit a new demographic group. We would like to thank the support of our city leaders after the Chattanooga City Council held a final vote to approve the change today. It will positively impact our overall potential candidate pool, giving us access to a greater number of individuals seeking rewarding careers in the fire service. “This change represents a critical step forward in expanding opportunities for young people in Chattanooga who are eager to serve their community,” said Mayor Tim Kelly. “By lowering the Chattanooga Fire Department’s…
Memphis, Tenn. (TN Tribune) — Glenn Rogers, Sr., who helped integrate the Memphis Tigers in 1968 as the first Black football player at then-Memphis State, was honored today, with an official street name next to the stadium where he played over five decades ago. Located on Hollywood Street between Southern and Union avenues, the newly named Glenn Rogers, Sr. Street brought together University of Memphis and City of Memphis officials for the renaming ceremony. Joining UofM President Bill Hardgrave were Memphis Mayor Paul Young, UofM Athletics Director Ed Scott, Councilman Chase Carlisle and others. Carlisle said the street renaming is the…