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North Carolina HBCU unable to pay staff this month

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Just weeks after Barber-Scotia College secured a long-sought victory in a three-year property tax battle that preserved its educational tax-exempt status, the historic HBCU now says it has “completely run out of money,” its president confirmed this week—highlighting the institution’s ongoing financial instability even amid legal wins that were expected to ease fiscal pressure. The Concord, North Carolina–based college […]

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Most of the government could shut down this weekend. ICE operations would carry on.

Most of the government could shut down this weekend. ICE operations would carry on., National News /

By Scott Wong and Frank Thorp V WASHINGTON — Most of the federal government could shut down at the end of the week. But that likely wouldn’t halt aggressive Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol operations in Minneapolis and other parts of the country. Democrats are up in arms after a Border Patrol agent fatally shot Alex Pretti, an intensive care

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Opal Lee Barbie Inspiring Women Honor

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The Opal Lee Barbie Inspiring Women honor is one of those moments where pop culture and history genuinely intersect. Dr. Opal Lee, widely known as the “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” has been named the newest honoree in Mattel’s Barbie Inspiring Women collection, a recognition that reflects decades of activism rooted in education, community, and perseverance. While the honor

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Democrats in Texas Senate race call for ICE overhaul hours after Minnesota shooting

Democrats in Texas Senate race call for ICE overhaul hours after Minnesota shooting, Politics /

By Bridget Bowman Hours after federal immigration agents killed a man in Minneapolis, the top Democrats running for U.S. Senate in Texas appeared on a debate stage together and both called for overhauling Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Just minutes into the debate between Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico, which was hosted by the Texas AFL-CIO and

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Thunder celebrates HBCU night and Black History month Feb. 3

Sports, Thunder celebrates HBCU night and Black History month Feb. 3 /

The Oklahoma City Thunder is gearing up to celebrate Black History Month with its fourth annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Night, Tuesday, Feb. 3. The Thunder is scheduled to face the Orlando Magic at the Paycom Center while honoring the history and culture of HBCUs, featuring Langston University, Oklahoma’s only HBCU. Fans can expect pregame photo opportunities

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Trump reshuffles his Minnesota operation after backlash from second fatal shooting

National News, Trump reshuffles his Minnesota operation after backlash from second fatal shooting /

By Matt Dixon and Peter Nicholas The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol agent over the weekend has Donald Trump “concerned” about the sustainability of his administration’s ongoing Minneapolis operations, according to Trump administration officials and allies. These individuals acknowledged to NBC News that they needed a strategic shift amid a public uproar over Pretti’s killing, though

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BTS Sells Nearly 2.4 Million Tickets as ‘ARIRANG’ Stadium Tour Completely Sells Out

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BTS announced on Monday that all 41 stadium shows in North America, Europe, and the UK for their upcoming BTS WORLD TOUR “ARIRANG” have sold out. A total of 2.4 million fans will attend the shows. The group’s shows were so popular that they added extra dates to their schedule, which were also sold out.

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Morgan State wins another MEAC men’s basketball game in the final seconds

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Winning at the last second was so fun for Morgan State this past Saturday, they decided to do it again Monday night. Alfred Worrell Jr.‘s jumper with 2 seconds left capped a 33-point night and lifted the Bears to a 79-78 win at defending MEAC champion Norfolk State. The Bears have won each of their

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‘Blind Side’ Star Quinton Aaron ‘Fighting For His Life’ And On Life Support After Hospitalization: What To Know

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Actor Quinton Aaron, who’s best known for playing Michael Oher in The Blind Side, has been hospitalized due to a “severe blood infection.” The 41-year-old reportedly collapsed at his home in Atlanta last week. Quinton Aaron was hospitalized after collapsing at his home Aaron fell while walking up the stairs in his apartment last week,

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Where’s My Refund? How To Track Your Status With IRS Tool During The 2026 Tax Season

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Tax season is officially open. Starting Monday, taxpayers can file their returns with the IRS. They have until April 15 to do so unless an extension is filed. The IRS also has a tool that all taxpayers can use to check their current tax return and refund. Here’s how it works and what you need

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