today in black history

June 17, 2025

Composer and educator James Weldon Johnson, who wrote "Lift Every Voice and Sing," was born in 1871 in Jacksonville, Florida.

Today in Black America - June 17

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The Associated Press

Protester killed at Utah ‘No Kings’ rally was a fashion designer from ‘Project Runway’

Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company

Judge rules some NIH grant cuts illegal, saying he’s never seen such discrimination in 40 years


USA Today

‘See something, say something’ agency dismantled as attacks mount

Majority of Americans think Trump admin should follow court orders

From massive protests to a puny parade, America really let Donald Trump down | Opinion


The New York Times


White House Eyes Rarely Used Power to Override Congress on Spending

Senate Bill Would Make Deep Cuts to Medicaid, Setting Up Fight With House

Opinion: Trump Has Reawakened the Resistance


The Washington Post


NAACP won’t invite Trump to convention, breaking a 116-year tradition

GOP budget bill faces nearly 2-to-1 opposition, with many Americans unaware of details, poll finds

Officials reverse guidance exempting farms, hotels from immigration raids


NJ.com


Faulty Jersey Shore drawbridge to be replaced in 2028 at a cost of $163M, DOT says

Youth sports breed sexual predators in N.J. New look-up tool reveals staggering data.

N.J. Juneteenth celebrations 2025: Complete event guide


The Los Angeles Times


Proposed bill would ban ICE agents, law enforcement from wearing masks in California

Faced with paying hundreds of sex abuse claims, LAUSD authorizes up to $500 million in bonds

Friends ID woman hit by SUV at ‘No Kings’ protest: ‘She was so proud to be out there’


The Chicago Sun-Times


Funeral arrangements announced for slain CPD Officer Krystal Rivera

Fiscal watchdog says state financial oversight for CPS is worth exploring

Community Desk Chicago partners with city to launch grant for community-owned properties


The Atlanta Journal Constitution


Why today’s primary is a high-stakes test for Georgia Democrats

City Council signs over air rights for state Capitol skybridge

Juneteenth Atlanta fest almost didn't happen amid 'DEI attack'

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