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A real investment in Black children would not look like a locked brokerage account they can’t touch for 18 years while their families struggle now.
A separate report has shown that Black homeownership has fallen to its lowest rate since 2021, with rising unemployment being cited as a reason.
Two Altadena business owners speak about recovery after the Los Angeles wildfires.
Financial educator Markia Brown offers key points to keep in mind as families navigate the aftermath of the Los Angeles wildfires.
U.S. taxpayers can file taxes starting Jan. 27. However, before the official start date, you can get ahead on your filing.Â
Several major U.S. companies are buckling under pressure from conservative groups to scale back or eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.Â
Amazon initially denied paid leave to Alexis Scott-Windham, a Black woman who was run over and shot in the New Orleans attack, before finally reversing its position.
2024 was not a kind year for many well-known companies across several industries. From consumer brands, to restaurants and retail stores chains, several companies filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. While filing for bankruptcy means a company is definitely in some dire straits, it doesn’t necessarily mean it will be gone for good. Here are 20 […]
As we commemorate Labor Day in 2024, let's take some time to reflect on Black workers' rights and the important labor unions that have paved the way.
The performer and producer gave the keynote speech at the event held at Newark Symphony Hall.
These companies get it! Juneteenth is an American holiday celebrated annually on June 19. It commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union general read federal orders in Galveston, Texas, that all previously enslaved people in Texas were free. Although the Emancipation Proclamation had formally freed them almost two and a half years earlier, and the American […]