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Sunday, May 5, 2019

10th Annual African American Film Festival: S

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Buttigieg focusing on black voters in South Carolina trip

… ) - Continuing his outreach to African American voters, Democratic presidential candidate Pete … hall in North Charleston, where African Americans make up nearly half the … by worshipping at a prominent African American church in West Columbia. Sitting …

Biden proves advantage over 20 others: electability

… -old Barbara Pearson, who is African American and has long worked for … one thing, she said, the African American vote will be fractured in …

Illinois minorities urged to donate more blood

… donations, “We, as African-Americans, are putting each other … mainstream issue affecting the African-American community,” said Rep. … ethnic background.” But African-Americans provide less than 1% … matches. “We, as African-Americans, are putting each other …

Save $50 On the Bluetooth Version of Audio Technica's Cult Favorite M50x Headphones

Audio Technica’s legendary M50x headphones finally got built-in Bluetooth late last year, and today at Amazon, you can grab the new version for $150. That’s about $50less than usual, and one of the best prices we’ve seen.

Florida Man Fires Gun at Teens Enjoying Community Pool

Last week (April 23) Ormond Beach police arrested 66-year-old Richard Marcelle , a Board member of The Village community HOA, after he fired a gun to threaten three teens at community pool

WATCH: Black Fairy-tale Becomes Reality in Short Film, Thistles And Thorns

Once Upon a Time the world remembered the magic, power, and purpose of Black Women. In a mere 12 minute short film, Thistles And Thorns brings that wonderment of African Diaspora to the screen for our enjoyment and upliftment.

The Latest: O'Rourke repeats calls to impeach Trump

… by worshipping at a prominent African American church in West Columbia. Sitting … hall in North Charleston, where African Americans account for nearly half the …

Does Kushner's immigration plan stand a chance?

… argue in front of an African-American audience ... that electability is broader … point to the thousands of African-American voters in states like Michigan … it's received among African-Americans," Henderson said. 3. Watching …

Here's What Happened Before the Story Told in Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile

Netflix's film covers the end of Ted Bundy's murder spree. Here's what the killer's early life and education were like.

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The Latest: Sanders unveiling plan on agriculture reform

… by worshipping at a prominent African American church in West Columbia. Sitting … hall in North Charleston, where African Americans account for nearly half the …

Former Trump Chief of Staff Joins Board Overseeing 'Prison-like' Facility for Migrant Children

Former White House Chief of Staff John Kelly has joined the board of Caliburn International, owners of Comprehensive Health Services Inc., which operated a Florida facility for children described as “prison-like” by congressional Democrats.

Amber Alert Issued for Five-Year-Old Maleah Davis, Last Seen in Houston

An Amber Alert has been issued for five-year-old Maleah Davis, last seen in the 16500 block of the Southwest Freeway in North Houston, Tex. on Saturday around 9 p.m.

BART Officer Lied About Conduct During Arrest of Oscar Grant: Report

According to documents released last week under a new California police transparency law, former BART police officer Anthony Pirone assaulted 22-yer-old Oscar Grant, called him the N-word, and lied about what led to another officer eventually opening fire and killing the young father, the San Francisco Chronicle…

Former US Vice President Joe Biden says Donald Trump, Republicans allowing Jim Crow to return

… to study economic reparations for black Americans. ELIZABETH WARREN Sen. Elizabeth Warren …

Getting Healthy: Family Affair

… health and health care for African Americans. In regards to inequalities the … Drum Center; Brooklyn Perinatal Network; African-American Well Being Project; and the …

Former Illinois Senate President Thomas Hynes dead at 80

… by the legislature's African-American caucus and Downstaters backed Terry …

Mentally Ill Black Woman Complains of Contractions, Gives Birth Alone in Florida Isolation Cell

Tammy Jackson, a mentally ill pregnant woman, was forced to deliver her baby in an “isolation cell” in a Florida detention center in April, according to public defender Howard Finkelstein in a letter to Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony.

Sunday's Best Deals: iPads, m50xBT Headphones, Kingdom Hearts III, Clarisonic Accessories, and More

A Labo Kit discount, HyperX gaming headphones, Read Dead Redemption 2, and Kindle Paperwhite discounts lead off Cinco de Mayo’s best deals.

Former Illinois Senate President Thomas Hynes dead at 80

… by the legislature's African-American caucus and Downstaters backed Terry …

Adam Sandler Finally Hosted Saturday Night Live

Nearly 25 years after leaving the show, the SNL alum brought back his Opera Man character and paid a touching musical tribute to his late friend, Chris Farley.

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The Latest: Colorado’s Bennet on Trump, Mueller, Barr

… by worshipping at a prominent African American church in West Columbia. Sitting … hall in North Charleston, where African Americans account for nearly half the …

The Latest: Bidens receive standing ovation at SC church

… by worshipping at a prominent African American church in West Columbia. Sitting … hall in North Charleston, where African Americans account for nearly half the …

The word that made history this week

… youngest person and the first African American nominated for that honor. A … emotional depth and breadth of African-American life that contained as much …

Ignoring the looming student debt catastrophe — and its effect on the economy — spells big trouble for America’s future

An African American woman with her hand to … was most keenly felt by African-Americans. # p #6_35 # …

Black Unemployment 86% Higher Than U.S. Average

… causes the stark differences between black American unemployment and that for the … number of black Americans in prisons. The imprisonment rate among black Americans was 1 … segregation, which tends to keep black Americans from the best public schools …

Los Angeles has renamed a street after former President Obama

… of the country’s first African-American president. The location is significant … the Democratic Party’s first African-American presidential nominee on August 28 …

Doctor, and mother of twins, sues Roswell Park for discrimination

… clients. Earlier this year, another African-American doctor filed suit against Roswell …

The real moral hazard is ignoring the student debt cataclysm and its effect on the economy

… was most keenly felt by African-Americans. Now, the data shows there …

Kamala Harris eyes black voters, women in campaign tour to win over Midwest

… and energizing suburban women and African-American voters. The campaign aide says …

Thief River Falls choir celebrates diversity by staying in tune with social issues

… 's leading scholars of African-American gospel, held a seminar on … continued to work with other African-American gospel artists and have her …

Black women hold Miss USA, Miss Teen USA, Miss America crowns for first time

… the Department of African and African American Studies at Duke University. “These … 1952 and crowned the first African American contestant - Carole Anne-Marie … USA title, becoming the first African American winner. ___ Mark Kennedy is …

Black women hold Miss USA, Miss Teen USA, Miss America crowns for first time

Cox auction highlights artistic trends

… of works by and about African American subjects, and an overall sense … specialized focuses, as with the African American artists and images, or the …

Olivia Laing: ‘I was hooked and my drug was Twitter’ - The Guardian

… of people killed and injured: African-American men choked to death by …

Bones from a destroyed African American cemetery, stored in a box, await a resting place

… of the Caucus of African American Leaders and The Capital … a great disregard for African-American artifacts, burial grounds and … its past. . “The African American community was basically thrown out … “For all of the African-American community of Annapolis who …

Saturday, May 4, 2019

Trump's Pardons Can't Mask Police

… were protesting: police brutality against African-Americans and the long list of … ’s dossier of discrimination against African-Americans is long. We know he … on the housing applications of African-Americans so they could be steered …

Joe Biden: 'Jim Crow Is Sneaking Back' Under 'Clown' Donald Trump

… effort to win support from African-Americans Democrats in the state. “Folks … , after a shooter killed nine African Americans at a black church. He …

Ron Ponder: Strengthening Stark puts us step ahead of northern neighbors

… city offers fewer opportunities for African Americans and the city's … that includes some of the African-American elected officials. At first glance …

Supreme Court's Arizona Immigration Ruli

… “beings” like Dread Scott—an African-American slave—were “beings of an … continue to oppress—and murder—African-Americans with the blessings of the … : like myself. I’m and African-American of a unique sort: I …

Making Progressives The Enemy

… to the Palestinians. However, many African-American civil rights advocates did notice …

Biden opens a big poll gap but can he maintain it?

… , blue-collar voters but also African-Americans. Multiple candidates are also competing …

Couple Releases Video of Arizona Doctor Dropping Baby After Hospital Withholds Apology

Derrick and Monique Rodgers say hospital staff dropped their newborn baby on its head moments after it was born.

On the road with ‘Zora and Langston’: Author details broken friendship

… notorious literary quarrel in African American cultural history.” In his … your career to studying African-American culture and history. How … respect. I love the African-American idiom, but I can … of phrase characteristic of African-American folk culture. But I …

After More than 30 Years of Music, DJ Spinderella Says Salt-N-Pepa Fired Her

After more than 30 years and countless hit records, DJ Spinderella has apparently been kicked out of Salt-N-Pepa. The legendary DJ announced the news on Instagram Thursday (May 2), stating she was fired via email back in January. This announcement of Spinderalla’s firing comes as a shock to many fans; the group is set…

Get Three Pounds of Trail Mix For Just $12 Shipped

Amazon makes trail mix now, because Amazon makes everything, and you can get three pounds of the stuff for under $12 right now. This bag is normally priced at $17, but it’s marked down by $2 right now, regardless of whether or not you Subscribe & Save.

Kellyanne Conway, Asked by No One, Offers Opinion on Obama After Clinton Loss in '16

Kellyanne Conway has managed to run afoul of quite a few people during her time as a member of Donald Trump’s braintrust. While using nearly every appearance on national television to muddy the waters of dialogue with half-truths, whole lies and missing hairspray, she has managed to flummox, flabbergast, and vex…

The Trip I Hope All African-Americans Can Take

Through it all I reflected on what life would be like if I lived in a nation where I was part of the dominant racial group. In Nigeria or Ghana, I would be one drop in the sea of black people at every event I attended and in every social situation. I …

Minneapolis Awards $20 Million to Family of Woman Shot by Officer Mohamed Noor

The City of Minneapolis has agreed to pay $20 million to the family of an unarmed woman who was shot and killed by an officer after she approached his car when he was responding the her 911 call.

Will Smith Launches Fresh Prince Inspired Limited Edition Merchandise

For any 90s Baby who grew up watching The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Will Smith will forever be the nephew of Aunt Viv and Uncle Phil. Now the 50-year-old actor and director is paying homage to the show that made him a star. For a limited time only (72 hours!) , Will Smith is releasing a pop-up line of merch dedicated…

Here’s How Celebrities and Fans are Celebrating Star Wars Day Online

May the 4th be with you.

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Noise complaint triggers debate in US over rich hipsters taking over black neighbourhoods

… . Washington, DC was once majority African-American, earning it the nickname … seat of government was predominantly African-American, especially after the civil rights … residents embrace DC's African-American culinary traditions, like half-smoke …

Here’s What Happened to Ted Bundy After the Story Portrayed in Extremely Wicked Ended

The serial killer was executed ten years after the trial dramatized in Netflix’s new film.

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Amazon's Running a Big Discount On One of Logitech's Best Mice

The incredible Logitech MX Master mouse was the sequel to one of our readers’ favorite mice, and the new MX Master 2S is the sequel to the sequel.

Wu-Tang Clan Honored by Staten Island with Street Sign and Wu-Tang Clan Day

Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s iconic declaration has never been truer than today. According to Allhiphop.com, Staten Island’s greatest rap group will have its own day for the children.

Virgil Abloh Responds to Claims Off-White Is Too White

After facing public backlash from photos showing a too-white staff, Off-White™’s creator Virgil Abloh clarifies that he does, indeed, have plenty of Black Friends.

Trump Spent His Morning Retweeting Alt-Right Extremists and Shared a Video from InfoWars

Facebook banned far-right figures like Alex Jones and Milo Yiannopoulous, provoking a presidential backlash on Twitter.

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Kevin Sneed Acquitted of 'Attempted Murder' of Maryland Cop Who Jumped Into His Car

Kevin Sneed of Prince George’s County, Maryland was pulled over for a broken taillight. He ended up with an attempted murder charge. But after a two-year battle, and with help from advocacy groups Life After Release, and Black Lives Matter DC, Mr. Sneed can continue being a freed man. Sometimes the justice system …

Saturday's Best Deals: Logitech MX Master 2S, ExOfficio Sale, Bissell Vacuum, Lightsabers, Kindle Books, and More

A ViewSonic gold box, Star Wars Day sales, deodorant, and Days Gone for the PS4 lead off Saturday’s best deals.

ExOfficio Is Taking 60% Off Sale Items, For One Day Only

For one day only, ExOfficio is taking up an additional 60% off already discounted sale items from last season. Choose from athletic wear, suits, casual shirts, and, of course, underwear for both men and women. ExOfficio underwear are not only one of your favorite underwear by an incredible margin, they’re also a…

A History of Donald Trump's Obsession with Pseudoscience

Between climate change denial, conspiracy theories about windmills, and a cabinet full of anti-vax grifters, the President is no stranger to pseudoscience.

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Here's What the Netflix Ted Bundy Movie Extremely Wicked Left Out of the Story

Bundy's girlfriend Elizabeth Kendall noticed a string of disturbing clues before he was arrested.

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Will Smith's Limited-Edition Fresh Prince Merch Is Perfectly '90s and Extremely Great

Hypercolor, tie-dye, and plenty of vibes.

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Friday, May 3, 2019

Director John Singleton’s fatal stroke spotlights black Americans’ hypertension risk

… his ability to portray black Americans' lives on screen … and obesity, which affect African Americans at higher rates, as … stress and perceived discrimination. Black Americans are also more likely … the increased risk for black Americans is a mystery, he …

How IHOP Became a Pre-Dawn Meal Staple for Some American Muslims Observing the Holy Month of Ramadan

As most American Muslims prepare to start the holy month of Ramadan this coming Sunday, an interesting phenomenon has been noted in the Washington, D.C., area among those looking to fill up for their pre-dawn suhoor meal before they fast all during daylight hours — IHOP.

Chicago, It's James Beard Awards Weekend. Have You Gotten Your Tickets to the Tastiest Party in Town?

Chicago has long been known as a food lover’s town, but if you’re a bona fide foodie, there’s no bigger weekend than when the city plays host to the annual James Beard Foundation Awards, taking place this year on Monday, May 6.

Oglala Sioux Tribe Tells South Dakota Governor ‘You Are Not Welcome’ in Dispute Over Right to Protest Keystone Pipeline

The Oglala Sioux Tribe has yanked the welcome mat right out from under South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem’s feet, basically telling her to stay off their lawn.

Preserving Evidence of the Nation’s Slave-Holding Past Can Sometimes Prove Difficult as the US Commemorates 400th Anniversary of the 1st Enslaved Africans at Jamestown, Va.

As the country this year commemorates the 400th anniversary of the first enslaved Africans being brought to what was then the outpost of Jamestown in the colony of Virginia, history buffs and historians alike say physical evidence of the brutal trade that built this nation and of the people who fought to end it is…

Sene's FlexTech Suit Looks Great, Is Actually Comfortable

Suits aren’t meant to be comfortable. Nobody really ever wants to wear a suit. But Sene is aiming to change that with the ambitious new FlexTech custom suit, now on Kickstarter for both men and women.

White Supremacist Leader and One of His Minions Plead Guilty to Inciting Violence at Charlottesville, Va., Riot

The leader of a group of California-based white supremacists and one of his members pleaded guilty Friday to charges connected with the deadly violence at the Charlottesville, Va., “Unite the Right” rally two years ago.

Caster Semenya Wins Final 800-Meter Race Before The IAAF Can Start Discriminating Against Her

For the 30th straight time on the track, Caster Semenya won an 800-meter race. The South African runner led from the gun at today’s Diamond League meet in Doha, Qatar, winning by 2.77 seconds with a 1:54.98 result, the fourth-fastest time of her career.

56 Years Ago: Dogs, Fire Hoses Unleashed on African American Children

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Warning: Fashion Nova May Cause Cancer

Alarm over Fashion Nova erupted on Twitter earlier this week when a social media user shared a photo of a bathing suit she ordered from the online fashion retail giant that included a warning label stating that the material in the swimwear includes harmful chemicals.

“Did y’all know this tag is in Fashion Nova swimsuits?” wrote @Aziaani in a post with a photo of her bikini in a tweet that went viral. “They’re not getting any more of my coins,” continued the concerned customer in a rant about the $34.99 bathing suit, reports The Grio.

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The chemical warning label in the “Water Sports Bikini” states that “This product can expose you to Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate, lead and cadmium, which are known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.” Per the National Library of Medicine, these chemicals are “linked to deteriorating male reproductive health.” Nevertheless, the user was tagged in beach photos posted online the same day where she appeared to be wearing the controversial bikini after her alarming tweet caused panic.

“Hold on you telling me fashion nova causes cancer?” wrote a user in response. “Wild.”

“Beauty is pain and sometimes death,” wrote another user.

Others, however, pointed out that the same warning label is posted on a number of products sold in California, where Fashion Nova is headquartered, due to the state’s Proposition 65, which mandates companies to disclose if their products contain any potentially toxic chemicals. Last year, the 1986 law was amended to also require businesses to list the specific chemicals used that prompt the warning.

“This is a label on EVERYTHING in CALIFORNIA. Everything,” one person tweeted. Others noted that it appears on a wide range of products, including Christmas lights, furniture, coffee, and even airplanes in the Golden State.

Fashion Nova is heavily endorsed by celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Cardi B, whose new signature Fashion Nova collection drops on May 8. The rapper’s first Fashion Nova collection sold out within minutes, according to Entertainment Tonight.

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Suns Tap 76ers Assistant Monty Williams As New Coach

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PHOENIX (AP) — Philadelphia 76ers assistant Monty Williams will be the new coach of the Phoenix Suns, replacing Igor Kokoskov, who was fired last week after one disappointing season.

The Suns announced Friday that they had come to terms with Williams, who will join Phoenix after the 76ers complete their run in the NBA playoffs. The 76ers have a 2-1 lead over Toronto in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

“Monty brings a wealth of NBA experience, both as a coach and former player, in addition to being a high-character individual who will infuse basketball wisdom and life lessons into our locker room,” Suns general manager James Jones said in a release announcing the move. “Monty is well respected for his coaching pedigree, leadership and commitment to the community, all of which make him the ideal person to lead our team moving forward.”

The 47-year-old Williams has previous head coaching experience, spending five seasons in charge in New Orleans from 2010 to 2015, a stint during which he led the franchise to two postseason appearances. He is in his first season as an assistant coach with the 76ers. He also played nine years in the NBA, including time with New York, San Antonio, Denver, Orlando and Philadelphia.

Williams takes over a team that has been mired in mediocrity, missing the playoffs for nine straight seasons. The Suns finished 19-63 this season, Kokoskov’s only year in the desert.

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The 10 Best Deals of May 3, 2019

We see a lot of deals around the web over on Kinja Deals, but these were our ten favorites today.

The Root's Clapback Mailbag: Thread

Today’s mailbag is very diverse.

Houston High School Announces its First Ever Black Valedictorian: 'You Can Do Anything You Set Your Mind To'

Black excellence can never be denied.

Miami Cop Filmed Brutally Arresting Dyma Loving Arrested, Charged With Battery

Officer Alejandro Giraldo, the Miami-Dade cop filmed violently taking down and arresting a black woman who called the police for help, was arrested and charged with first-degree misdemeanor battery and felony official misconduct Friday afternoon, nearly two months after video of the arrest first went viral.

LeBron’s Personal Ego Masseuse Expected to Join Lakers as Head Coach

Looks like the band is almost back together.

Student called the N-word is suspended for striking bully: 'African-American students are suffering in silence'

… allowed to thrive, unchecked and African-American students are suffering in silence …

Peter Mayhew's Chewbacca Was Filled With Humanity. It's Why He'll Be Missed So Dearly.

The actor, who died Thursday at 74, brought the human experience to a non-human character in remarkable fashion.

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Please Explain How This Entire Presidency* Isn't a National-Security Crisis

President Trump and President Putin are on the same page. Why aren't the rest of us?

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Father Shoots Man 6 Times, Kills Him Rather Than Settle Son’s Debt

A man in Georgia faces life in prison without parole plus 15 additional years for shooting a man six times and killing him rather than repaying his son’s debt.

According to Channel 2 Action News, 49-year-old Joe Rayton was convicted of murder and other charges in connection with the May 20, 2016, shooting death of Antonio Ladson.

Rayton’s son, Joe “Man Man” Adams, reportedly stole $100 worth of money and drugs from Ladson days before the deadly shooting.

“Rather than repaying his son’s debts, Rayton decided to murder Ladson instead,” the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office said in a release.

“Rather than repaying his son’s debts, Rayton decided to murder Ladson instead,” the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office said in the release.

Authorities said Darrius “Dread” Winfield drove Rayton from his home to a northwest Atlanta residence. Adams was reportedly in the car, too. The three men arrived at the location at about 1:30 a.m., and Ladson was outside sitting in the front seat of his vehicle. Rayton had a bag containing a firearm, a wallet and a Mason jar filled with marijuana, according to prosecutors.

Ladson, 29, was on the phone when Rayton exited his vehicle, walked up to him and started a short conversation. Moments later, Rayton threw the Mason jar at Ladson to distract him and fired multiple shots, authorities said.

According to reports, Ladson was hit in the chest, legs, lower back and buttock. He tried to crawl into the back seat to get away, but Rayton continued to fire, prosecutors said. He was shot a total of six times and died at the scene.

Rayton reportedly returned to his vehicle, drove to meet his wife at a gas station about 5 a.m.

“The son handed Mrs. Rayton the murder weapon and told her to get rid of it,” prosecutors said. “Instead, Rayton’s wife kept the weapon and did not tell anyone about it until January 27, 2017.”

That friend reportedly provided the handgun to Atlanta police, and it matched the ballistics found at the murder scene.

In addition to murder, Rayton was reportedly convicted of felony murder, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Rayton is scheduled to be sentenced on May 20. According to reports, Winfield and Adams were not charged in connection with the incident.

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Entrepreneur Launches ArtX to Allow Greater Access to the Art Community

Purchasing unique pieces in the art world has typically been reserved for the elite. Founder Everette Taylor wants to alter that with the launch of ArtX, a media and technology platform that is aimed at changing the narrative and the way the art world as it’s currently constructed.

Taylor began collecting pieces and found that there was a prejudice through his own experiences and interactions.

“Growing up, I never really had anyone around me who was educated about art or who could teach me about it,” said Taylor. “When I first started collecting art, I would walk in art galleries and people wouldn’t even acknowledge my presence. I would go to art museums and would barely see any artists of color.”

ArtX is broken into three parts: a media platform, software/technology, and community.

The media platform provides a place for artists to get discovered and for people who aren’t familiar with the space, a place to educate themselves and not feel intimidated. On the technology front, ArtX is launching a software tool that allows artists to tap into the business side by using Amplify, a social media AI tool that helps artists find their audience on social media and build their fan base.

“I spoke to dozens of up-and-coming artists and asked what’s the No.1 tool that they are needed and the answer was always the same: social media. So I wanted to provide them with a tool to amplify those results,” continued Taylor.

In addition, ArtX also provides free business tools such as an invoice generator, a business directory, and a meeting scheduling tool that will roll out later next month.

In the spirit of giving back to the community, ArtX has launched the ArtX Scholarship Program, which provides need-based scholarships to artists who may be struggling financially. This will be backdropped by local art events to help educate people on art collections and provide a space for artists to sell their work.

“People have to understand that art isn’t only something you can love and appreciate, but a way to invest and build generational wealth. Many people from marginalized and underrepresented communities haven’t had the opportunity to be educated. ArtX is going to change that. This is only Phase I of a much bigger plan,” said Taylor.

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Trump Just Got Off Russia Punishment and You Won't Believe Who He Called When He Got His Phone Back

Well that didn’t take long, at all.

For $133, You Can Wreck Newbs Comfortably with This Discounted Racing-Style Gaming Chair

Your super powerful gaming rig deserves an equally impressive gaming chair. And right now you can pick up a racing style gaming chair for just $133.

Lamar Odom Says He's Still Battling Addiction But Adds, 'Getting High Is Not on My Agenda'

When it comes to his addiction, Lamar Omar says he’s winning the battle but still fighting the war.

Usher's $20 Million Herpes Lawsuit Dismissed, Settled Out of Court

It would appear that Usher’s $20 million lawsuit, in which Laura Helm accused the “Confessions Part II” singer of exposing her to herpes, is finally behind him.

ABC Can't Get Enough Black-ish, Renewing Hit Show and Adding Spinoff, Mixed-ish

Take Rainbow, Tracee Ellis Ross’ eclectic character from Black-ish, but make her a teenage.

Child Poverty Collaborative almost lost its last African American co-chair

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Toll Evader Named Stiff To Pay Up; Had $128K In Tolls, Fines

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The worst toll evader in Pennsylvania is being ordered to pay up.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Jarrett Stiff didn’t pay for trips on the Pennsylvania Turnpike 2,264 times from 2012 to 2017, more than anyone else in the state. The 36-year-old from suburban Philadelphia racked up nearly $128,000 in unpaid tolls and subsequent fines.

In a deal with prosecutors, he pleaded guilty in April to theft of services, was ordered to pay over $11,500 and was sentenced to five years’ probation.

No attorney to speak for him is listed in online court documents.

Stiff’s case and two others resolved in suburban Philadelphia this week are the latest examples of the Turnpike Commission’s aggressive new approach to toll evaders.

The commission began pursuing felony charges against toll scofflaws who owed $2,000 or more in an effort to recoup hefty losses from unpaid tolls.

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Minneapolis To Pay $20M To Family Of 911 Caller Slain By Cop

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The city of Minneapolis will pay $20 million to the family of an unarmed woman fatally shot by a police officer when she approached his squad car after calling 911 to report a possible crime, city leaders announced Friday.

Mayor Jacob Frey and City Council members detailed the settlement just three days after a jury convicted Mohamed Noor of murder and manslaughter in the 2017 death of Justine Ruszczyk Damond. The dual citizen of the U.S. and Australia had called 911 to summon officers in the middle of the night to a possible rape in the alley behind her house.

Noor and his partner were rolling down the alley in a police SUV when they say they were startled by a loud bang on the vehicle. Noor testified that he fired to protect them from a perceived threat. Jurors took about 11½ hours to reach a verdict after hearing three weeks of testimony.

Damond’s family had filed a lawsuit seeking more than $50 million, alleging that her civil rights were violated.

Frey said the city moved quickly to settle in part due to Noor’s conviction for third-degree murder, as well as the officer’s failure to identify a threat before he used force.

“This is not a victory for anyone, but rather a way for our city to move forward,” he said.

The settlement calls for Damond’s family to donate $2 million to a local foundation’s fund aimed at addressing gun violence.

The death of Damond, 40, came a month before she was due to marry. Noor, 33, who had trained to become a police officer in a mid-career switch, was fired after he was charged.

He is in custody awaiting sentencing in June. Sentencing guidelines call for as many as 15 years in prison on the murder charge, though judges can depart from the guidelines.

Prosecutors criticized Noor for shooting without seeing a weapon or Damond’s hands. They also questioned whether the loud bang was real. Neither Noor nor his partner, Matthew Harrity, mentioned it to investigators at the scene, with Harrity first mentioning it three days later in an interview with state investigators. Noor refused to talk to investigators.

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Kamala Harris Introduces Bill to Increase Student Diversity in STEM

Sen. Kamala Harris introduced new legislation to help students from underrepresented communities gain access to educational materials, mentorships, and work experience related to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). On May 2, the Democratic senator and 2020 presidential hopeful introduced the 21st Century STEM for Girls and Underrepresented Minorities Act, which would authorize a $40 million competitive grant program for school districts to improve participation in STEM education among girls, students of color, LGBTQ students, disabled students, and kids from low-income neighborhoods.

“When we have more women, people of color, LGBTQ folks, and people with disabilities in STEM jobs, we get better results,” said Harris in a press release. “Preparing our nation’s students for the jobs of the 21st century starts in the classroom, and we must ensure that the benefits of that education are shared equally with those who are currently underrepresented in STEM professions.”

The bill seeks to provide funding for school districts across the country, and ultimately increase opportunities for women and minorities to secure high wage jobs in STEM fields. According to a 2018 Pew Social Trends report, , 69% of STEM workers in the U.S. are white, while only 9% of the STEM workforce is black and 7% are Hispanic. If passed, funding for Harris’ bill would be allocated towards:

Providing tutoring and mentoring programs in STEM subjects.
Providing afterschool and summer activities designed to encourage interest and skill-building in STEM subjects.
Providing subsidies to minimize the costs of STEM-related educational materials, equipment, field trips, internships, and work experiences.
Educating parents about the opportunities and advantages of STEM careers.
Providing professional development services to teachers, principals, and other personnel aimed at reduced racial and gender bias.

In addition to Harris, co-sponsors of the legislation include Democratic senators Dick Durbin, Sherrod Brown, Amy Klobuchar, and Jacky Rosen. The bill is also being supported by Girls Who Code, Hispanic Heritage Foundation, NAACP, National Society of Black Engineers, and other organizations.

Harris, who became the first black woman to serve as Attorney General in California and the second black woman to ever be elected as a U.S. Senator, opened up about being second-guessed and misunderstood throughout her career while speaking at the BLACK ENTERPRISE Women of Power Summit back in February:

“I’ve had the setback of attempting to run for office that nobody thought that we could win and all that comes with that,” she said, revealing that people have doubted her ability to become an elected official. However, she added that she has used people’s negative perceptions of her as a source of motivation. “Good, underestimate me. I can work with that,” she said.

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HP Reports on the Current State of Small Business 2019

It’s important for black entrepreneurs to know the current trends with small businesses. At a New York City event hosted by small business expert, entrepreneur, and founder of Smart Hustle Media, Ramon Ray, print titan HP unveiled its findings from a global report on small businesses.

One of the key takeaways—younger entrepreneurial-minded folks (Gen Z in particular) are motivated to start businesses that have a positive societal impact.

From the HP Small Business Today Study Global Insights Report:

“While making money while pursuing your passion is a top definer of success and motivator for most small business owners around the world, societal impact becomes a key consideration for those in Asia and younger generations of small business owners, on par with or overtaking money in most cases.”

Other findings from the study about small business owners:

Over half feel it’s their responsibility to fill the gaps the government leaves behind when it comes to the environment and their employee.
46% take a stand on controversial societal and/or political issues.
46% won’t work with other companies if they feel those companies do not support their community or respect their culture and heritage.
44% won’t work with other companies if they do not do their part to protect or advance the rights of underrepresented groups.

Many small business owners also feel alone and unsupported. Eight out of 10 said they found maneuvering regulations and laws to be challenging. The same number also said they found technology to be challenging.

Gen Z small business owners also felt as though they had to make more sacrifices to start their business than other generations.

Not surprisingly, HP also had statistics about printers and small business. The study found that 86% of small business owners still have a printer. Forty-nine percent said they could not operate their business without one.

For more findings from the study, check out the below infographic.

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Keep Ice Frozen For Days With Big Discounts On Our Readers' Favorite Coolers

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Trump Sock Puppets Diamond and Silk Come for Steve Cohen: 'He's Racially Insensitive'

While the rest of the world was thoroughly amused at Rep. Steve Cohen’s decision to mock Attorney General William Barr’s no call, no show at the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday, Fox News hand puppets Diamond and Silk—professionally known as Shuck and Jive—took umbrage at Cohen’s methods in doing so.

California Senate to Trump: Either Release Your Taxes or You Won't be on the 2020 Ballot

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Triple Crowns: For the First Time, America's Top Pageant Winners Are All Black Women

With the crowning of Cheslie Kryst as Miss USA last night, a trio of black women have now claimed the crowns in three major beauty pageants, including Miss America and Miss Teen USA.

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For The First Time Ever, Miss USA, Miss Teen USA And Miss America Are All Black Women!

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Last night, North Carolina’s Chelsie Kryst made history when she was announced as Miss USA. Not only was she the latest Black woman to wear the crown, she helped pull off a historic trifecta.

For the first time ever, three Black women are currently wearing crowns as the 2019 Miss USA, Miss Teen USA and Miss America.

Kryst joined pageant winners 2019 Miss America Nia Franklin (pictured) and recently crowned 2019 Miss Teen USA Kaliegh Garris.

Congrats to Chelsie Kryst from North Carolina, she is the new Miss USA!! pic.twitter.com/hmjUN5jmgj
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Kryst is a civil litigation attorney who received her law degree and MBA from Wake Forest University. During the pageant, fans of Kryst noticed that she wore her natural hair and unlike prior contests, she joined Garris in bypassing the need to straighten their hair in favor of their natural look.

Garris spoke to Refinery21 about her decision saying, “There were a few naysayers saying, ‘You look better with straight hair,’ or ‘You should put in extensions and straighten your natural hair. As Miss Connecticut Teen USA, there are girls who would look at me in awe because they’ve always had the image of straight hair in pageants. Being able to spread the message of diversity, being yourself, and being confident in your curly, natural hair is something that I’m really looking forward to with my new national title.”

The closest Black women had to completing the trifecta before last night was in 2012 when Black women simultaneously wore crowns as Miss Teen USA and Miss USA.

Congrats ladies!

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