today in black history

October 27, 2025

African National Congress (ANC) co-founder Oliver Tambo was born in 1917 in the village of Kantolo in South Africa.

Today in Black America - October 27

POSTED: October 27, 2025, 6:00 am

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The Associated Press

US warship docks in Trinidad and Tobago, putting more pressure on Venezuela

Trump administration posts notice that no federal food aid will go out Nov. 1

New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani rallies voters with support from Bernie Sanders and AOC


The Washington Post


What happens when a conservative group visits an HBCU homecoming?

Virginia plan to redraw congressional map raises stakes for November races

Food banks are popping up at airports to feed unpaid workers


USA Today


Is the federal government still shut down? Here's what to know on Monday, Oct. 27.

1 dead, 6 injured after shooting at Lincoln University's homecoming

What Trump's federal crackdown looks like in 5 US cities


NJ.com

Rutgers fraternity clears out after eviction. They returned to vandalism, hazing allegations.

Are vouchers to pay for private school finally coming to N.J.? New governor could decide.

Newark flights delayed due to staff shortage as shutdown drags on. It’s going to get worse, feds warn.


The New York Times


Food Banks Brace for Overwhelming Demand as SNAP Cutoff Looms

As New Yorkers Flood Early Voting Sites, Undecideds Become Prized Target

Diphtheria, a Once Vanquished Killer of Children, Is Resurgent


The Los Angeles Times

Newsom, Harris both considering runs for president in 2028, a sign of California’s political clout

For California delegation and its staffers, here’s what shutdown life looks like


L.A. County moves to limit license plate tracking


The Chicago Sun-Times


Dozens march through Little Village at anti-ICE protest: 'Being here means supporting my people'

N.W. Side residents confront ICE agents making arrests, firing tear gas

Father of daughter battling cancer being held illegally and deserves chance at release, judge rules


The Atlanta Journal Constitution

Atlanta airport security lines long again amid government shutdown

She’s the first female head drum major at FAMU, and she’s from metro Atlanta


Atlanta officials quietly plan for new hospital






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