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Not enough Black men in judicial positions impacts justice, judges say
A pervasive issue in New York’s criminal justice system is the underrepresentation of Black men…
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Orlande Fleury honored with special United Nations award during Women’s History Month
Orlande Fleury has dedicated much of her work to telling stories of Black people around…
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Eid holiday at Timbuktu Islamic Center celebrated despite fire, thanks to community help
The Timbuktu Islamic Center, usually a bustling part of Harlem’s Muslim community, was devastated when…
Sen. Cordell Cleare hosts annual Eid celebration
Assemblymembers Charles D. Fall and Jordan Wright were among participants…
Smithsonian museum will revamp its slavery exhibit after artifact loan runs out
A Smithsonian museum exhibit about the maritime journey that millions…
Filling the Budget Void: Can a wealth tax save New York’s Black and Brown homeowners?
Legislators are embracing the call to “tax the rich.” This…
Chief Judge’s open support of sentencing reform long predates Republican backlash
Chief Judge Rowan Wilson drew more than a second look…
Word In Black, conceived by AmNews Publisher Elinor R. Tatum, with 10 other Black publishers nationwide, promises to confront inequities, elevate solutions and amplify the Black experience.
SPORTS
As another MLB season begins, why is USA baseball so colorless?
Baseball is no longer the game of choice for inner-city kids. The days of schoolyard softball and stickball seem over.
Dr. Wendi Williams, Dr. Leeja Carter, and Dr. Kensa Gunter uplift women at event
Dr. Wendi Williams, CEO of the Well and president of…
Ajah Hawley-Alexander becomes a research leader on student-athletes and NIL
Ajah Hawley-Alexander, a clinical lecturer in the Media & Strategic…
Enjoy free speech while you can…even in the world of sports
Isn’t it odd that the government wants to control what…
Who’s still dancing? Postseason women’s hoops are in full throttle
Rounds one and two of the NCAA Division I Women’s…
Art & Entertainment
Multi-talented Harlem resident finds balance and joy in song and on the ice
Alicia Hall Moran has created unique pieces, some of which have included her lifelong love of figure skating.
LA’s Getty Museum presents ‘Photography and the Black Arts Movement’
“Photography and the Black Arts Movement,” currently on view at…
Lesser-known luminaries of Harlem: Bertha Lee Cotton and Emma Lee Layton: ‘Real Housewives’ of the Harlem Renaissance
Sisters Bertha Lee Cotton and Emma Lee Layton inspired Countee…
Go With the Flo: Remembering KiKi Shepard, beloved co-host of ‘Showtime at the Apollo’
My beautiful Delta Sigma Theta soror KiKi Shepard, who walked…
film/tv
At the Governors Ball, the Oscars receive their final names
Inside the Governors Ball, the Oscars are not finished. The…
Autumn Durald Arkapaw makes history with Oscar win for Cinematography on ‘Sinners’
At the 98th Academy Awards, Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history.…
History and Heart: ‘Sinners,’ Ryan Coogler mark a powerful Oscar Night
Inside the Dolby Theatre on Sunday night, the applause for…
theater
‘Cold War Choir Practice’ is quite a lot of fun!
There is a very funny time to be had at…
‘Jamie Allan’s Amaze’ — an immersive magic show that will astound you
“Jamie Allan’s Amaze” lives up to its name. Playing at…
‘Meat Suit’ wildly vocalizes the many aspects of motherhood
play is based on interviews with mothers and, fittingly, the…
music
Review round-up: New Edition Way Tour brings together historic hitmakers
R&B queen Toni Braxton and Philadelphia soul icons Boyz II…
‘Spring is here,’ Legendary saxophonist Charles McPherson hosts residency ahead of exciting season at Smoke Jazz Club in Harlem
Saxophonist and composer Charles McPherson closed out a successful run…
The Craft brings ‘elevated’ hip hop experience to BK rap legends Onyx
Rap group Onyx was joined by a host of past,…
AmNews Food
Talking SCHOP! Back Outside Finding Eats
Bar Manje is a reflection of his West Indian roots…
Indulge the senses with these flavorful chicken skewers
This recipe was inspired by my time growing up in…
Vietnamese-style pork chops for a dynamite weeknight meal
If you find yourself craving a lighter yet flavorful meal…
Black History
Sorority Spotlight on Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
In this edition of The Divine Nine News, we recognize…
Education
NYC 2025 graduation rate dips, fueled by declines among students with disabilities and English learners
Graduation rates dipped across New York City to 81.2% as…
health
Black men confront growing loneliness epidemic
In 2023, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy issued a national…
Religion
Jeanne Parnell, influential radio host, dies at 89
Jeanne Parnell, the veteran radio personality who spent more than…
