Articles from the October 26, 2023 edition
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OP-ED: Early Detection Saved My Life from Prostate Cancer
Twice. That is how many times I have had to battle cancer. I still consider myself very fortunate, although surviving a disease that is expected to kill nearly 609,820 Americans this year is not a mat...
Senator Laphonza Butler Vows Unwavering Support for the Black Press and Black Communities
The Black Press has gained a powerful ally in the U.S. Senate, promising unwavering support for the historic voice of the African American community. Sen. Laphonza Butler (D-CA), appointed by Gov....
Secretary Benson statement on Senate passage of voting rights bills
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today made the following statement regarding Senate passage of HB 4568, lifting Michigan’s ban on hiring transportation for rides to the polls: “Every Michigander deserves equal access to the ballot. The sta...
Shaft Star Richard Roundtree Dead at 81
Richard Roundtree, who played the iconic lead character in the 1971 movie Shaft and its sequels, has died at the age of 81. The actor passed away on Tuesday "after a brief battle with pancreatic cance...
Peters Calls for Increase in Funding to Protect Houses of Worship and Other Nonprofits Against Threats Amid Historic Levels of Hate Crimes
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Amid a historic rise in hate crimes in the U.S., U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) is calling for additional funding to protect synagogues, mosques, gurdwaras, African-American c...
PARENTS! Put down your phone!
Average parent spends more time on their devices than they do with their kids There is no shortage of studies showing the ill effects of screen time on young, developing minds. Yet while many parents...
Hollywood Stars and Executives Unite in Plea for Hostage Release Amid Israel–Hamas Conflict
A coalition of prominent Hollywood figures, including Chris Rock, Diddy, and Tiffany Haddish, have penned an impassioned letter to President Joe Biden, expressing gratitude for his leadership during...
How Families Can Protect Generational Wealth
StatePoint) A home is often the most valuable asset a family can own. It serves as a wealth-generating opportunity for current and future generations as the home's value appreciates over time. Yet, fo...