‘There Is a Cost to Telling the Truth.’ But Georgia Fort Is Undeterred
The Minnesota journalist says faith — not fear — is guiding her next steps.
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Federal Judge Halts Kennedy’s Vaccine Policy Overhaul
The ruling temporarily blocks changes to HHS’ handling of vaccines, including the COVID vaccine.
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Education
Toxic Legacy: How Lead in Schools Is Silently Harming Black Kids
Lead-contaminated infrastructure remains an unspoken crisis in many predominantly Black school districts — undermining students’ health and academic success.
Video
We Smiled, We Cried: Actively Black’s Viral Moment
The brand’s New York Fashion Week show served as a powerful reminder of our history — and that come what may, we ain’t neva scared.
Money
Black Women Deserve More Than Flowers — We Deserve Power
Real investment, resources, and decision-making power remain rare.
ReligIon
Jamal Bryant Ends Target Fast: ‘We Got Three of Four’
Pastor Jamal Bryant says organizers secured three of their four demands
Climate
I Grew Up Gasping for Air. Now I Fight the EPA’s Rollbacks
Dakota Gant wanted to sing opera. Air pollution turned her into an activist fighting the rollback of climate protections.