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It’s time for another look at new financial, editorial, and technological models for local journalism. You’ll find previous entries at these links: from Mississippi; from Maine; from Massachusetts; from Southern California and the San Francisco Bay Area; from Massachusetts again; from the Hudson Valley of New York; and from points …

A Popeyes customer in New York says he found a roach in his chicken sandwich. No, not the kind you’re thinking about. The other kind. A man named Jeremy Merdinger took to Twitter Monday (Nov. 11) to put Popeyes on blast after a half-smoked joint fell out of his …

Kimberly Klacik, a GOP activist and Donald Trump supporter, is reportedly running for the late Rep. Elijah Cummings’ Congressional seat. According to the New York Post, Klacik, who is African-American, joins a crowded field of at least four Republicans and 11 Democrats who have already announced their run to represent …

Doctors consider a variety of factors to determine a person’s risk of experiencing cardiovascular events, including age, smoking history, and blood pressure. But changes to the blood vessels in the back of the eye may make for a more accurate prediction. Share on PinterestNew research suggests that eyes may hold …

Earlier this month, FUBU, the iconic clothing company co-founded by Daymond John, and Black Lives Matter launched the BLM x FUBU collection, which is currently being sold on the Black Lives Matter website. The Black Lives Matter #WhatMatters2020 campaign teamed up with FUBU to try to encourage people to vote in …

A Missouri police department has issued a warning about “untrustworthy drug dealers” who, instead of using a certified gram scale to weigh drugs, are using smartphones to trick people into thinking they’re actually getting what they’re paying for. The Winfield Police Department in Missouri took to social media on …

Whether it’s defending our country on the front lines or providing support to U.S. soldiers and civilian employees, African American women have made significant accomplishments in the Army. Women’s Memorial compiled a list of trailblazers that helped paved the way for some of today’s Army leaders. 1st Lt. Nancy C. …

A new study has found that managers with access to mental health training in their workplaces have an improved understanding of mental health overall and that they actively work to help prevent mental health issues in the people they manage. Share on PinterestMental health training programs can significantly improve employees’ …

The current season of The Real Housewives of Atlanta has been tackling real situations among the ladies and their families. During Sunday night’s (November 10) episode, Cynthia Bailey and her daughter, Noelle Robinson, proved that the show is more than drama and cat fights when the 20-year-old came out to her mother …

Lamar Odom says he finally found “the one.” The former NBA star just announced his engagement to girlfriend Sabrina Parr after just four months of dating. Odom, 40, shared the news on Instagram on Monday (Nov. 11), along with a photo. He popped the question while dining in in …