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By Cash Michaels Contributing writer Last year, North Carolina Central University in Durham touted the fact that for the first time in 15 years, it had record-breaking growth to the tune of 1,918 first year students. The problem was, however, where were all of those students going to live. On April 16th, hundreds of NCCU students rallied on campus, protesting that there simply wasn't enough adequate housing for them to

By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer The 19th Annual NC Black Summit was held last Thursday and Friday at the Raleigh Marriott Crabtree, bringing together Black elected officials, public policy advocates, community stakeholders, strategic partners, and constituents from across the state. Under the theme Charting OUR Course Through a Crisis, the sold-out event served as a vital gathering point for Black leadership to navigate the post-election climate, address pressing community concerns,

By Jordan Meadows Staff Writer For nearly two decades, the North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission has been consequential in finding justice in the state - and a national model for reform. Created by the General Assembly in 2006 and formally established in 2007, the commission has reviewed thousands of claims of wrongful conviction and played a critical role in the exoneration of 16 individuals who collectively served more than 300

By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer When it comes to Black cinema, the bar has been definitively raised. Ryan Coogler's latest offering, "Sinners," isn't just a film; it's an elevation. With a $45 million dollar opening weekend this film is making waves. From its opening scene to the credits, this picture pulses with emotion, weaving together historic references and rich cultural nuances with a cast of characters that shine both

[caption id="attachment_11543" align="alignnone" width="970"] Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold poses on the red carpet ahead of the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)[/caption] DETROIT (AP) - Drake Maye planned to wear a custom suit for the NFL draft. Hugo Boss gave the former North Carolina quarterback an offer he couldn't refuse. The clothing company, based in Germany and famed for its stylish fashion, paid Maye last year to make a

[caption id="attachment_11551" align="alignnone" width="1440"] (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)[/caption] WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a Tuesday speech that the ongoing tariffs showdown against China is unsustainable and he expects a "de-escalation" in the trade war between the world's two largest economies. But in a private speech in Washington for JPMorgan Chase, Bessent also cautioned that talks between the United States and China had yet to formally start. U.S. President Donald Trump placed import taxes

The Hill - As the precipitous rise in housing costs over the past decade has put buying a traditional home out of reach for many Americans, a growing number are turning to nontraditional alternatives. Some are repurposing old commercial buildings or buying land and prefabricated homes, while others are choosing to share homes with strangers to cut down on costs. Here are three nontraditional ways Americans are housing themselves: Tiny

NEW YORK (AP) - Starting next month, the Education Department says student loans that are in default will be referred for collections. Roughly 5.3 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans and soon could be subject to having their wages garnished. Referrals for collection had been put on hold since March 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the U.S. government also paused federal student loan payments and interest accrual

NEW YORK (AP) - Fears of a "generosity crisis" have dogged nonprofit fundraisers for much of this century as they experienced precipitous drops in U.S. household donations. The results of a new poll suggest most Americans gave at least a little to some charities in the past year but offer mixed signals for those hoping to improve giving trends. The survey, released Tuesday by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, found

By Ms Jheri Worldwide  Staff Writer There's a particular resonance that strikes when a book speaks directly to our area, using the very language we live and breathe. James "Monte" Montague Jr.'s "Hood-Minted" achieves just that, a refreshing and insightful read that seamlessly blends scripture, rap lyrics, hip-hop culture, and true powerful motivating stories. This is a book written for the South Side of Raleigh and for every underdog striving