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On May 12, 2026, the City of New Haven Elderly Services Department, in honor of Older
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Thank you to everyone who joined us on February 9 at Hillhouse High School for the latest community conversation about the future of the Goffe Street Armory. We had a strong turnout and heard thoughtful ideas about how the Armory can serve the community moving forward.
Attached is a recap of the meeting, highlighting the key themes, ideas…
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and Connecticut flags lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, March 7, 2026, to honor the life and public service legacy of civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson, who passed away earlier this month.
The tribute will coincide with a homegoing service in Reverend Jackson’s honor that has been scheduled for that day at the Rainbow PUSH…
Governor Ned Lamont today is urging Connecticut residents to prepare for the potential of blizzard conditions impacting the state starting on the night of Sunday, February 22, 2026, and continuing into the morning and throughout the day on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Various weather models right now are forecasting that the southern half of Connecticut may receive anywhere from between 16 to 22 inches of snow, while the northern half of the state may receive between 10 to 16 inches.…
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MINNEAPOLIS–The Office of Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) issued the following statement following the incident at her town hall in North Minneapolis.
“During her town hall, an agitator tried to attack the Congresswoman by spraying an unknown substance with a syringe. Security and the Minneapolis Police Department quickly apprehended the individual. He is now in custody. The Congresswoman is okay. She continued with her town hall because she doesn’t let bullies win.”…
After 50 Years, A Black Woman Developer Is Reclaiming Land Taken From Her Community
For more than fifty years, a lot in North Portland sat empty after the city seized it from the Black community through eminent domain. Anyeley Hallová is the one finally […]
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Esthetician Crystal Greene Shares Her Top Spring Skincare Tips
Should we use sunscreen more often? Is our moisturizer too heavy? Are vitamins more essential than before? As our skin returns to the sun after months of winter, as do […]
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Texas Judge Blocks Changes To HUB Program, Citing Executive Overreach
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked sweeping changes to the state’s Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program, delivering an early legal victory to a coalition of minority-owned businesses and civil rights […]
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New Moms Share How Their Relationships To Beauty Have Evolved Postpartum
According to the CDC, Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. While data from California found the richest Black mothers and their […]
The post New Moms Share How Their Relationships To Beauty Have Evolved Postpartum appeared first on Essence.
Karen S. Carter To Become The First Black Woman CEO In Dow Inc.’s 126-Year History
In 126 years, Dow has never had a Black woman as its chief executive. That changes on July 1. Karen S. Carter, currently the company’s chief operating officer, was appointed […]
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Celebrate Black Joy: This Week’s Best Uplifting Moments
These days, it is easy to feel like the world is on fire: all of our bills are too high, we’re at war with Iran, the government is…Well, you know how stressful politics is right now. […]
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Exclusive: Gabrielle Union Valued Classic Beauty At Tiffany’s Blue Book Gala
Last night, Gabrielle Union attended Tiffany’s Blue Book Gala in a beauty look worth its weight in gold. While stars witnessed the high jewelry collection unveiling at New York’s Park […]
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Black Mothers Deserve More Than Survival. We Deserve To Live.
I was walking through the San Francisco airport, heading home from a weekend that felt like a rare exhale—good food, deep laughter, uninterrupted rest. The kind of ease Black women […]
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Black Wealth Watch: Crowned Skin Lands $500K On ‘Shark Tank,’ Ticketmaster Hit With Monopoly Ruling, And The Latest On Uncle Nearest
Welcome to Black Wealth Watch, where we round up the biggest stories in Black business and economic news each week, the wins, the setbacks, the deals getting done, and the […]
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Get The Look: Channel Mariah Carey’s Ethereal White Look For Less
Mariah Carey has been making stylish appearances lately, from celebrating the rollout of her latest album to her performance at the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. But, […]
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American Airlines Says It Won’t Merge With United
American issued the statement after news reports that United Airlines’ chief executive had discussed the idea with the Trump administration.Flights, Hotels and Airline Miles: How to Avoid Getting Scammed
Shady hotel booking sites, misleading customer service numbers and hacked airline loyalty accounts have snared travelers. Here’s how to avoid getting scammed.How to Pack Light When Traveling With Babies and Young Children
If you’re throwing out your back to take a trip with your kids, use these tips to lighten the load.European Airlines Face Fuel Shortages Within Weeks
If tankers do not soon begin crossing the Strait of Hormuz, airlines in Europe may not have enough jet fuel to operate all of their flights.Help! An Airport Cart Left Me at the Wrong Gate, and Now I’m Out $1,300.
An airline agent’s attempt at a good deed went astray when it caused a 90-year-old traveler to miss his flight. Who should pay for his hotel and meals?Southwest Airlines Imposes Further Limits on Portable Chargers on Flights
Starting on April 20, the airline will limit passengers to one lithium battery-powered portable charger per person.Air New Zealand to Introduce ‘Skynest’ Sleep Pods on Some Long-Haul Flights
Air New Zealand will begin offering economy passengers four-hour naps in private pods on certain long-haul flights. Will other carriers follow its lead?Witnessing the Shift in Cape Town’s Gardens and Green Spaces
Visits to three green spaces in and around the South African city reveal a shift in the country’s botanical world, which has long been seen as the province of the white population.Will the 2026 World Cup Bring Tourists Back to the U.S.?
Travel restrictions, proposed social media searches and sky-high ticket prices are chasing away international soccer fans, but host cities are still hoping for a boon.Six Spas Where You Can Tune Out the World
Whether you want to sink into a geothermal bath or indulge in some serious skin care, these destinations offer a place to get away from it all.In Minneapolis, Following Prince’s ‘Purple Trail’
This year is the 10th anniversary of the artist’s death. We made a pilgrimage to the city where he lived and worked.European Airports Warn of Jet Fuel Shortages if Strait of Hormuz Remains Shut
An association of airports told European Union officials that fuel shipments through the Strait of Hormuz had to restart within three weeks to avoid a “systemic” shortage.How Airlines Turned First-Class Seats From Freebies to a Profit Engine
Airlines used to give away most of their nicest seats, but they have increasingly found ways to persuade people to pay a lot for them.See You in Pyongyang: Russia Pushes Its People to Embrace North Korea
Through art, food, tourism and academics, an increasingly isolated Moscow is seeking to cement lasting ties with Pyongyang.TSA Lines Are Shorter. The World Cup and a Lengthy Shutdown Could Change That.
Security lines are shorter, but the shutdown continues and pay is unresolved. With the World Cup around the corner, T.S.A. agents are tempering their expectations.Delta Expects Strong Profit Despite Higher Fuel Costs
The airline said demand for tickets remained very strong despite the effects of the war in Iran.After 50 Years, A Black Woman Developer Is Reclaiming Land Taken From Her Community
For more than fifty years, a lot in North Portland sat empty after the city seized it from the Black community through eminent domain. Anyeley Hallová is the one finally […]
The post After 50 Years, A Black Woman Developer Is Reclaiming Land Taken From Her Community appeared first on Essence.
Esthetician Crystal Greene Shares Her Top Spring Skincare Tips
Should we use sunscreen more often? Is our moisturizer too heavy? Are vitamins more essential than before? As our skin returns to the sun after months of winter, as do […]
The post Esthetician Crystal Greene Shares Her Top Spring Skincare Tips appeared first on Essence.
Texas Judge Blocks Changes To HUB Program, Citing Executive Overreach
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked sweeping changes to the state’s Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program, delivering an early legal victory to a coalition of minority-owned businesses and civil rights […]
The post Texas Judge Blocks Changes To HUB Program, Citing Executive Overreach appeared first on Essence.
New Moms Share How Their Relationships To Beauty Have Evolved Postpartum
According to the CDC, Black women are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women. While data from California found the richest Black mothers and their […]
The post New Moms Share How Their Relationships To Beauty Have Evolved Postpartum appeared first on Essence.
Karen S. Carter To Become The First Black Woman CEO In Dow Inc.’s 126-Year History
In 126 years, Dow has never had a Black woman as its chief executive. That changes on July 1. Karen S. Carter, currently the company’s chief operating officer, was appointed […]
The post Karen S. Carter To Become The First Black Woman CEO In Dow Inc.’s 126-Year History appeared first on Essence.
Celebrate Black Joy: This Week’s Best Uplifting Moments
These days, it is easy to feel like the world is on fire: all of our bills are too high, we’re at war with Iran, the government is…Well, you know how stressful politics is right now. […]
The post Celebrate Black Joy: This Week’s Best Uplifting Moments appeared first on Essence.
Exclusive: Gabrielle Union Valued Classic Beauty At Tiffany’s Blue Book Gala
Last night, Gabrielle Union attended Tiffany’s Blue Book Gala in a beauty look worth its weight in gold. While stars witnessed the high jewelry collection unveiling at New York’s Park […]
The post Exclusive: Gabrielle Union Valued Classic Beauty At Tiffany’s Blue Book Gala appeared first on Essence.
Black Mothers Deserve More Than Survival. We Deserve To Live.
I was walking through the San Francisco airport, heading home from a weekend that felt like a rare exhale—good food, deep laughter, uninterrupted rest. The kind of ease Black women […]
The post Black Mothers Deserve More Than Survival. We Deserve To Live. appeared first on Essence.
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Mom Was Right About Cod Liver Oil: Old School Tips that Still Work Today
Some years ago, African-American mothers’ daily routine or ritual was to give their children cod liver oil to promote and ensure good health. Most believed that this distinctive oil was extremely protective and helped to maintain wellness and prevent illness in their precious children. RELATED: Mom’s Favorite Natural Remedies Mothers all over the country swore by […]National Medical Association Statement On Charlottesville
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Silver Spring, MD (July 18, 2016) – The National Medical Association (NMA), representing over 50,000 predominantly African American physicians nationally, are deeply concerned by the recent and past incidents of Police Use of Lethal Force in the execution of their duties. The NMA is cognitive of the tremendous contributions of law enforcement officers in preserving […]Can Dairy Help Advance Health Equity For African Americans?
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The National Medical Association mourns the loss of Dr. Beny J. Primm who died last week at the age of 87. A leader in the fields of substance abuse and HIV, Dr. Primm was born in Williamson, West Virginia, on May 28, 1928. From an early age, he had a desire to be a doctor. […]Physicians Urge RSV Protection For Black Infants
“The Lives of Black Infants Matter!” the National Medical Association declared in a recent email update to members and colleagues. The statement referenced 2014 American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines, which limit preventative treatment against deadly respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) to only premature infants born before 29 weeks. Because black babies are more likely than white babies to face RSV risk factors, the […]NMA Launches “Because Our Lives Matter” Initiative On National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
It is truly timely that the National Medical Association launches its “Because Our Lives Matter” Initiative on February 7, 2015, National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, during Black History Month. We are grateful to our partners in research and development who have created an entire new generation of HIV/AIDS medications that have saved thousands of […]NMA Releases Call To Action To End HIV/AIDS In Black Community
The National Medical Association issues an Urgent Call to Action to End HIV Disease and AIDS in the African American Community today World AIDS Day December 1st, 2014 and every day that follows until HIV/AIDS is a rare occurrence in African American communities. We commit all of our African American physicians and Call to Action […]2014 Summit Hosted By National Medical Association Produces New Coalitions And An Ambitious Plan To Combat Disparities
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The National Medical Association (NMA), the nation’s oldest and largest medical association representing the interest of over 50,000 African American physicians and the patients they serve, and pharmaceutical company Pfizer are working together to raise awareness of painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN). Peripheral neuropathy is nerve damage caused by chronically high blood sugar and is […]Nick Cannon Teams With The NMA For Lupus Awareness
The National Medical Association (NMA) is excited to highlight our collaboration with Bristol-Myers Squibb and Nick Cannon, a multi-talented entertainer and television personality, in an effort to raise awareness of lupus nephritis. READ: Nick Cannon Suffers Kidney Failure Nick Cannon was diagnosed in 2012 lupus nephritis and he is featured in a new video to […]NMA President’s Corner: A Year-End Message From Dr. Michael A. Lenoir
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Even in retirement, Chris Paul's legacy is rooted in this season's playoffs
Dozens of NBA players have been mentored by the future Hall of Famer, and many of them are vying for the title.Blockbuster trade? New coach? Hard reset? The Warriors begin an offseason with massive uncertainty
Golden State enters another offseason in search of a co-star for Stephen Curry, and the Warriors might be searching for a new coach too.Ranking the top 50 players in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs
As 16 teams face off for the ultimate prize in pro sports, these players will have the biggest impact.Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Can the Stars, Penguins and Senators even things up?
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How early could Jeremiyah Love be drafted? Could we still see A.J. Brown traded? Adam Schefter has the latest.Reid's seven-round NFL mock draft: A forecast of every pick from No. 1 to No. 257
Jordan Reid projected every single pick for this week's NFL draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to 'Mr. Irrelevant.'Transfer rumors, news: Barcelona step up interest in Italy right back
Barcelona are stepping up their pursuit of Atalanta right back Marco Palestra, while Arsenal remain interested in Julián Álvarez.West playoff takeaways: Thunder, Spurs roll in Sunday's games
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.Wemby tops Duncan with 35 in Spurs playoff debut
Victor Wembanyama scored 35 points, the most by a Spurs player making his postseason debut, while leading a 111-98 win over the Trail Blazers in Game 1 of their first-round series Sunday night.Sabres surge in 3rd for 1st playoff win in 15 years
Buffalo overcame a two-goal deficit in the final eight minutes to beat the Bruins 4-3 on Sunday night in the Sabres' first playoff game in 15 years.'We belong here': Magic stun Pistons in Game 1
The Magic showed an intensity and fight that had been missing for most of the season as they stunned No. 1 seed Detroit in Game 1 of their series.OK State lands top transfer Crooks from ISU
Former Iowa State center Audi Crooks, No. 1 in ESPN's women's basketball transfer rankings, committed to Oklahoma State, she announced Sunday night.🏈 Kiper: Favorites from this year's NFL draft class
Mel Kiper Jr.'s annual list of NFL draft favorites includes two speedy receivers, three undersized cornerbacks and some gritty linemen.'Gonna get loud': Mets head home as skid hits 11
Nico Hoerner hit a sacrifice fly off Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning as the Cubs extended the Mets' losing streak to 11 games by rallying for a 2-1 victory.Indiana DC claps back at Simpson, Alabama fans
Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines heard the comments from former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson about the teams' matchup last season in the Rose Bowl and responded with his own observations.Bengals extend Lawrence after blockbuster trade
Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II passed his physical with the Bengals and signed a one-year, $28 million extension, the Win Sports Group told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Cooper: Penalty 'stupidity' cost Lightning in G1
Lightning coach Jon Cooper was not happy with the penalties his team committed in its Game 1 overtime loss to the Canadiens on Sunday.East playoff takeaways: Magic shock Pistons
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Everything you need to know before your fantasy women's basketball draft, including rankings, tips and news.The biggest question facing every WNBA team in training camp
How will Angel Reese fit the Dream? Will the Wings return to the playoffs? Can Caitlin Clark remain healthy?Women's transfer rankings: No. 1 Audi Crooks commits to Oklahoma State
Audi Crooks is headed to Oklahoma St., Jordan Lee is bound for South Carolina and Kymora Johnson is staying at U.Va.WrestleMania 42 Night 2 takeaways: Will Reigns make this title run alone?
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Hannah Green won the JM Eagle LA Championship on Sunday for the third time in our years and the first at El Caballero.
