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Judge Reviewing Black Farmer Settlement

September 02, 2011

U.S. Federal District Judge Paul Friedman in Washington is reviewing the $1.25 billion settlement in a class action stemming from allegations the government discriminated against black farmers in loan processing. Friedman met for about eight hours with the plaintiffs' team, government lawyers and farmers, some of whom traveled ... read more

Study Reveals Pathway Of Kidney Failure In Blacks‎

August 26, 2011

An Emory University study released today found that Blacks are four times more likely to develop kidney failure than whites. The study found that a condition that occurs when the kidneys are damaged and spill protein into the urine contributes to this increased risk. Investigators analyzed information from 27,911 ... read more

U.S. To Begin Case-By-Case Review On Deportation

August 19, 2011

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) responded Thursday to the April 13 letter by 22 Democratic Senators that asked the President to use his executive authority to grant relief from deportation and deferred action to DREAM Act eligible youth. In the letter, DHS announced that it will provide field guidance to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) ... read more

Stigma Prevents HIV Testing By Black MDs

August 01, 2011

Social stigma is the largest barrier to routine HIV testing by African-American frontline care physicians, according to a new National Medical Association survey. Despite the belief by most physicians surveyed (93 percent) that HIV is either very serious or a crisis in the African-American community, findings suggested that ... read more

Call For Outside Council In Black Lawmaker's Ethics Review

July 20, 2011

After details surrounding the ethics investigation of black California Congresswoman Maxine Waters leaked earlier this week, her lawyer is calling for a swift end to the case. Politico’s coverage of now-disclosed House Ethics ... read more

Study: Tomatoes May Prevent Prostate Cancer In Blacks

July 14, 2011

According to new research at the University of Illinois at Chicago, lycopene, a red pigment that gives tomatoes and certain other fruits and vegetables their color, could help prevent prostate cancer, especially in black men. Lycopene is a potent antioxidant, and some studies have shown that diets rich in tomatoes ... read more

Black Colleges Major Part Of Reviving US Education

July 13, 2011

If the United States is going to regain its global leadership position in higher education, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) will need to play a major role, says a White House official on education. A local news report says, just how the nation's predominately Black institutions ... read more

Report Reveal Effects Of Increasing Asian Population On Higher Education

June 27, 2011

The National Commission on Asian American and Pacific Islander Research in Education (CARE) today released, in partnership with the Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund, precursory findings from its forthcoming research report ... read more

Cervical Cancer--A Preventable Tragedy For Latinas

June 03, 2011

As part of a national campaign, the California Medical Association Foundation is raising awareness about cervical cancer and vaccinations that can prevent the disease. ... read more

Book Reveals "Other Side" Of W.E.B. Dubois

June 01, 2011

This new book promises readers a reinterpretation of the man who pioneered the idea of the "color-line" dividing Black and white America. ... read more

New Marketplace To Revitalize, Stabilize Fragile Haitian Community

May 31, 2011

The U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development, partnered with CHF International and the local community to build the market. ... read more

Civil Rights Groups Urge Reversal Of Prison Censorship Decision

May 27, 2011

“TDCJ’s censorship of these books is a transparent attempt to suppress speech that is critical of the government." ... read more

HUD Awards $153M To Revitalize Distressed Public Housing

May 23, 2011

The eight housing authorities announced today were selected among 36 public housing authorities that applied for FY 2010 HOPE VI Revitalization funding. ... read more

Stigmas Prevent Asian's From Seeking HIV Info

May 18, 2011

The disease continues to rise unchecked among Asian and Pacific Islanders (APIs), especially among API women, observed Dr. Hyeouk Chris Hahm. ... read more

For-Profit College Aid Rules Sent For White House Review‎

May 04, 2011

"The regulation will shut out the very students who have the most to gain from Title IV student aid – minorities and nontraditional students." ... read more

MLB Revises Delta Civil Rights Game Schedule

May 02, 2011

Major League Baseball and the Atlanta Braves have announced a revised schedule of events surrounding the fifth annual Civil Rights Game. ... read more

Black Churches Teach Kids About Safe Sex, Disease Prevention

April 28, 2011

Such open discussion about sexual health in the African-American church where Scott learned this information would have been unthinkable even a few years ago. ... read more

Black Pastors Unite To Revive Marriage And Fatherhood

April 26, 2011

Recalling the African-American church's central role in the civil rights movement, the leaders of this Call to Action recognize the power the church can have. ... read more

Donald Trump Revives Birther Issue

April 22, 2011

Trump pounded on the issue and the media took the bait. Then the mogul slyly backed off for a moment and talked about the familiar. ... read more

Education Report Reveals Disparities In Minority Opportunities

April 13, 2011

Even in schools where high-level courses are available, students of color too often cant take them because of decisions made earlier in their academic career. ... read more

Nat'l Housing Discrimination Prevention Campaign Launched

April 11, 2011

HUD will initiate a national media campaign and a series of community discussions on topics ranging from rental practices to mortgage lending. ... read more

Six Cities Present Plans To Reduce And Prevent Youth Violence

April 06, 2011

Our children are counting on us. Our communities are counting on us. And we cannot – and will not – let them down. ... read more

Report Reveals Startling Findings About Diversity In US

April 06, 2011

*Not everyone with the same racial background or physical appearance, even in the same family, identifies --or is identified--in the same way." ... read more

Analysis Reveals: How Many Hispanics?

March 31, 2011

The number of Hispanics counted in the 2010 Census was nearly 1 million more than expected, based on the most recent Census Bureau population estimates. ... read more

New Census #'s Reveal America's Diversity

March 25, 2011

Negative Effects Of No Child Left Behind Revealed

March 17, 2011

Urban TV Consumer Report Reveals Surprising #'s

March 11, 2011

Cornell Revamps Minority Ed Office

March 08, 2011

Rights Groups Oppose GOPs Attempts To Eliminate Foreclosure-Prevention Aid

March 04, 2011

It is in the nation's interest to prevent foreclosures. Everyone benefits when we can help families stay in their homes. ... read more

Census #'s Reveal Hispanics Propelling Growth

March 01, 2011

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