The Silence of Black Wealth: When the Billionaires Turned Their Backs on the Black Press
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He hoped they would remember that the Black Press was not a charity case but a lifeline. Two months later, the silence has been deafening.
St. Louis Sheriff Montgomery Temporarily Removed, Replaced by Former STL Police Chief Hayden
ST. LOUIS — Sheriff Alfred Montgomery has been temporarily removed from his duties as St. Louis City Sheriff pending the outcome of his upcoming trial, which is scheduled to begin November 18 in St. Louis Circuit Court. Former St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Chief John Hayden has been appointed interim sheriff by order of Presiding…
Rising Star: Laylah Shahid Continues to Shine in and Out of the Pool
At just 11 years old, Laylah Shahid continues to make waves—both in academics and athletics. A proud member of the O’Fallon Park Makos Swim Team, Laylah remains a 4.0 scholar and straight-A student, proving that discipline and determination pay off both in the classroom and in competition. Laylah’s passion for swimming continues to grow as…
Ramblings of An Issuecrat: Save a Heart for Africa: Rediscovering Our Global Responsibility
In a world seemingly engulfed in moral fatigue, our attention has been swallowed by images of relentless bombings, the cries of children buried beneath rubble, and the unending funerals of the innocent. The continued shameless killings of tens of thousands of Palestinians—men, women, and children—can no longer be sanitized by euphemisms such as “conflict” or…
Democrats at the Crossroads: The Presidency and The Rise of a New Generation of Political Fighters
As the Democratic Party looks toward the next presidential election, a quiet but unmistakable reshuffling is taking place among its ranks. The names now emerging as potential contenders—California Governor Gavin Newsom, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, Vice President Kamala Harris, and progressive star Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC)—reflect both the party’s internal tension and its evolving strategy…
25 States Suing Trump USDA for Gutting Food Aid to 40 million Americans
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Twenty-five attorneys general across the country and three governors have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture and its Secretary, Brooke Rollins, after the agency moved to suspend the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, better known as SNAP, which helps more than 40 million Americans buy food each month.
Top Brass Exit Raises Questions Over Readiness and Direction of U.S. Military Under Hegseth and Trump
In a moment of deep unease for America’s armed forces, a cascade of resignations and retirements among the nation’s highest-ranking military leaders has sparked growing concern over the stability, professionalism, and readiness of the U.S. military under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and President Donald Trump. This week, a hastily arranged meeting between Trump, Hegseth, and…
Frank White Recalled in Jackson County, But Legal Fight Could Delay Transition
Jackson County voters delivered a decisive message to County Executive Frank White Jr., with preliminary results showing 85 percent support for his removal in a Sept. 30 recall election. Only about 16 percent of eligible voters cast ballots, but the result would ordinarily vacate White’s position immediately once certified. The recall marks a dramatic turn…
Kansas Arthritis Foundation Hosts JA Family Day at the Pumpkin Patch — Plus Fall Webinar Lineup
The Kansas Arthritis Foundation invites you to JA Family Day at the Pumpkin Patch on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at Faulkner’s Ranch in Kansas City. This joyful, low-stress morning is designed for kids living with juvenile arthritis (JA), their siblings, parents, and caregivers to connect, swap tips, and simply have fun…
Tale of the Tape II: Will Cori Bush Challenge Wesley Bell?
Will Cori Bush Challenge Wesley Bell Again? Speculation is growing in Missouri’s 1st Congressional District about whether former Rep. Cori Bush will mount a comeback campaign against Congressman Wesley Bell, who defeated her in the Democratic primary last year. While Bush has not made an official announcement, her continued activism and signals from her political…
