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City Of Raleigh Puts $5 Million Into Addressing Homelessness
It was announced Tuesday May 7th that the Raleigh City Council will be starting a new program to tackle homelessness.
May 20, 2024
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Gov. Cooper Advocates For Congressional Funding To Secure Internet Access For Millions Of North Carolinians
According to WTVD, Governor Roy Cooper raised the need for digital connectivity at this year’s Semafor World Economy Summit. The summit is one of the most critical economic gatherings for world and national leaders.
May 3, 2024
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Keeping the Legacy of Happy Hill Alive For Generations to Come
The African American historic neighborhood, Happy Hills, in Winston Salem, North Carolina is in the process of revitalization.
April 8, 2024
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Bob The Cat Is Back With Another Chapter Of Twists And Turns
If you have been following along over the past few months you may recall a story that has all the twists and turns fitting for a Netflix series. This story features “Bob the Cat” and his adventures from Kansas to North Carolina which included a name change and an intense custody battle.
April 1, 2024
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Advocates Push Back Against Harmful Anti-LGBTQ+ Measures in Virtual Town Hall
In response to several discriminatory laws passed in North Carolina, the Campaign for Southern Equality (CSE) and Equality NC held a virtual town hall on supporting young LGBTQ+ North Carolinians.
March 19, 2024
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Fired Police Officer, Indicted Anti-CRT Johnston County School Board Member Advances to November Election After Primary Win
Anti-CRT Johnston County school board member Ron Johnson, who has been censured twice, fired from his job as a police officer and is facing extortion charges, could be reelected in November.
March 18, 2024
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Hundreds Mourn Deaths by Poverty Outside NC Legislature, Vow Action
“Poverty and low wages are violence, a deeply deadly violence,” said Rev. William Barber III. “America must face not just poverty in America, but poverty in America. The uniqueness of the poverty here, which is greater than any of the other top 25 industrial countries of the world.”
March 12, 2024
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Black Faith Leaders Urge Colleagues to Speak Out on Social Justice Issues
“Because what would the Dr. King say? That injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere? Yes, we have to be that kind of moral voice that protects that justice and liberty for everybody,” said Rev. Chalice Overy.
March 11, 2024
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How Does Public Education Prepare Our Children To Lead In The Future?
What is the goal of our public education? Is it to prepare our children to lead in the future? Or is it to protect them from a past we all need to learn from?
March 4, 2024
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Making History in Black History Month: Bump.Baby.Bliss
Unfortunately, here in North Carolina Black women are three times as likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women.
February 21, 2024