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Black Jewish leader works to boost community, inclusiveness

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nate Looney is a Black man who grew up in Los Angeles, a descendant of enslaved people from generations ago. He’s also an observant, kippah-wearing Jew. But he doesn’t always
July 3, 2022

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DC mayor’s race reflects Democratic dilemma over policing

WASHINGTON (AP) — Mayor Muriel Bowser cruised to reelection in the nation’s capital four years ago without serious opposition, and as the city enjoyed prosperous times, the main criticism of h
June 19, 2022

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Black Americans living abroad reflect on Juneteenth

BANGKOK (AP) — As the United States marks only the second federally recognized Juneteenth, Black Americans living overseas have embraced the holiday as a day of reflection and an opportunity to educ
June 19, 2022

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Al Sharpton takes a bow, with Spike, to close out Tribeca

NEW YORK (AP) — On the eve of Juneteenth, the Tribeca Festival came to a close with the Rev. Al Sharpton documentary “Loudmouth” in a premiere that united on stage Sharpton and Spike Lee — two
June 19, 2022

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Grab a bite at Friday’s Juneteenth Foodways Festival

INDIANAPOLIS, (WISH)– Sixteen local restaurants, food vendors, and caterers will celebrate Black cuisine during Friday’s Juneteenth Foodways Festival. The festival, presented by the B
June 17, 2022

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Despite push, states slow to make Juneteenth a paid holiday

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Recognition of Juneteenth, the effective end of slavery in the U.S., gained traction after the police killing of George Floyd in 2020. But after an initial burst of acti
June 15, 2022

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The importance of genuinely supporting minority-owned businesses

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Successful business owners say it’s very important for entrepreneurs to stay up to date on the latest news, as worldwide and community events can have an enormous effect
June 10, 2022

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On Broadway, more visibility, yes, but also an unseen threat

NEW YORK (AP) — At a lunch for Tony Award nominees last month, veteran theater producer Ron Simons looked around and smiled. It seemed appropriate that the gathering was held at The Rainbo
June 6, 2022

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Indy man sentenced to 5 years in prison for shooting gun during riot

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A previously convicted felon who shouldn’t have had a gun is headed to federal prison after firing shots downtown. Tyrone Ross, 30, has been sentenced to five years i
June 6, 2022

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