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Source: Mississippi Department of Archives and History / Mississippi Department of Archives and History Starring down the long halls of an insane asylum is the last place anyone expected a young, ambitious scholar to end up. Yet, Clennon King found himself in this very position, fighting for an education, equality and a chance at a better life. Imagine trying to educate yourself, but because of the color of your skin, […]

Source: walmart / Walmart Walmart has the people talking and it’s all because of their new logo! Walmart released their new “comprehensive brand refresh” which includes a brand new facelift to their logo making it brighter and more noticeable. According to the press release, the updated branding will “better represent who Walmart is today.” In addition Walmart says it has been brought the logo to life with a “modern, custom […]

Source: Icon Sportswire / Getty ATLANTA – The College Football Playoff (CFP) today announced the pregame entertainment for the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship to be held Monday, January 20, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Source: Michael Loccisano / Getty Prior to kickoff, GRAMMY award-winning singer/songwriter and actress Coco Jones will perform “The Star-Spangled Banner.” The 27-year-old R&B breakout Def Jam/High Standardz recording artist from Nashville, who has […]

Source: Gina Ferazzi / Getty As wildfires continue to devastate parts of Los Angeles County, local communities are coming together to support recovery efforts. From providing essential resources to volunteering on the front lines, there are countless ways to help those impacted by the fires. On Jan. 7, an ongoing series of catastrophic wildfires began to impact the Los Angeles metropolitan area and surrounding regions. More specifically, communities in the […]

A fight breaks out as the white supremacist group, The Patriot Front marches thru the city of Boston on July 2, 2022. | Source: MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images / Getty Members of the Patriot Front — the group that swears it’s not a white supremacist group despite how often it gets caught participating in white supremacist-friendly activities — have been ordered to pay more than $2.7 million to […]

Source: Cortesy/Yahaira Webber Winter is here and, while we’re thankful for the beauty of snow-covered trees and frosty mornings, driving in winter weather can feel like a challenge of faith and patience! But don’t worry! With a little preparation and prayer, you can tackle those snowy roads like a pro. Also See: 15 Must-Have Items to Keep in Your Car for Winter Here are three tips to keep you safe and […]

Kohl’s to Close 27 Stores Across the U.S. – Full List and Details Source: Justin Sullivan / Getty As part of efforts to streamline operations and improve profitability, Kohl’s has announced the closure of 27 underperforming stores across more than a dozen states. These closures are set to be completed by April, marking a strategic move by the retailer to focus on its stronger-performing locations. Why Kohl’s is Closing Stores […]

Source: may1985 / Getty January 11th marks International Thank-You Day! This day serves as a reminder to express gratitude to those who take the time to make our lives better through their service, words and more. For many people “Thank you” rolls right off the tongue but others may take it for granted or assume that others already know how they feel without saying it. We must recognize the importance […]

Family members help remove an elderly woman from her home as residents and firefighters try to stop flames from the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California, on January 8, 2025. | Source: ROBYN BECK / Getty Members of the Black community in Altadena are turning to social media to share the devastation caused by the raging fires that are sweeping across Los Angeles County, and many are in desperate need of […]