today in black history

July 18, 2025

Bishop Stephen G. Spottswood of the African American Episcopal Zion Church, a fierce civil rights advocate, was born in 1897 in Boston.

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USA Today

Congress approves Trump's $9 billion cuts to PBS, NPR, foreign aid

Good Trouble protests erupt across US in opposition of Trump

New law increases tourist fees, introduces non-immigrant visa


The Associated Press

Civil rights work is slowing as Trump dismantles the Education Department, agency data shows

For Sale: Trump is leveraging power of his office to reap profits for family businesses


Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ is canceled by CBS and will end May 2026


The Washington Post

PBS cuts could mean the end of an era for kids’ TV

CBS cancels Stephen Colbert’s ‘Late Show’ in what the network says was a financial decision

A troubling pattern with implications beyond late-night TV


The New York Times


Trump-Driven Chaos Comes to U.S. Attorney’s Offices in Waves

What’s Next for Trump’s Plans to Dismantle the Education Department

Conservatives Get the PBS and NPR Cuts They’ve Wanted for Decades


NJ.com


2 major healthcare systems may combine forces to serve 4 states including N.J.

Trump mired in Epstein controversy as Wall Street Journal reports on 2003 letter

14 charged in drug trafficking conspiracy in South Jersey


The Los Angeles Times


Uvalde school shooter was fueled by Instagram and ‘Call of Duty,’ L.A. lawsuit alleges

Trump wants to hire 10,000 new ICE agents. Is that goal doable?

Army vet calls for investigation after being detained for three days in ICE raid


The Chicago Sun-Times


City Council members pushing to legalize video gambling — at Chicago airports or even citywide


Cook County Democrats mostly sticking with incumbents on primary slate — but Assessor Fritz Kaegi is in limbo

Won’t be easy, but Illinois has a chance to mitigate SNAP cuts


The Atlanta Journal Constitution

Historic buildings are helping Atlanta reach affordable housing goals

Big money floods Georgia campaigns ahead of 2026 midterm battle

Shaq-backed education startup opens Atlanta hub with plans to employ 250







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