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Celebrating 195 years
of the Black Press
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CELEBRATION!
Black Press: Continuing a Legacy
10 yr Anniversary
Garland Journal/Texas Metro News
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Collette Flanagan Addresses the UN Human Rights Council on Racism in Policing |
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On October 3, 2022, in Geneva, Collette Flanagan, Founder of Mothers Against Police Brutality, testified before the United Nations Human Rights Council on "racial justice and equality in law enforcement." Collette is shown here with Jurema Wurneck, a human rights activist with Amnesty International in Brazil, and Justice Yvonne Mokgoro, President of the Expert Mechanism on these issues. Link to hearing: https://media.un.org/en/asset/k1y/k1yucr31r0. |
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Collette Flanagan Founder, Mothers Against Police BrutalityRemarks before the United Nations Human Rights CouncilOctober 3, 2022
I’d like to thank President Villegas and the Human Rights Council for inviting me here today. I founded Mothers Against Police Brutality because a police officer in Dallas, Texas, killed my son, my only son, Clinton Allen. A 25-year-old Black father of twin infant boys, Clinton was unarmed that night in March 2013, when a Dallas officer shot him seven times – five times in the chest, once in his raised left arm, and once in the back at close range.
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Herb and Mira Lowe
Anniversary
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Darryl and Tanya Harris
Anniversary
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Fred and Tammy Barrow
22 Years
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Mr. and Mrs. Brown
29 Years
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Mr. & Mrs. Woolridge
51 Years
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Parkland offers no-cost mammograms
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Parkland offers no-cost mammograms, education. During October, Parkland Health will offer events throughout Dallas County to promote breast health and breast cancer awareness. Parkland will host its annual “Come Together for the Cure” Breast Health and Wellness Expo on two Saturdays this month (10/8 and 10/15). The interactive event for breast cancer fighters, survivors, caregivers and friends will feature Parkland financial assistance, breast health education and community resources, blood pressure/glucose screenings, flu shots and more. The events will also offer no-cost mammograms for those registering in advance.
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The Dallas-Fort Worth Association
of Black Journalists
RSVP NOW on Eventbrite:
LIKE, Support and SHARE this special event on Facebook and other social media platforms!
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DeSoto Rises
DeSoto Mayor Rachel L. Proctor celebrates with the legendary DeSoto Lady Eagles Basketball Team, of the UIL Conference AAAAAA, and received her ring for their back-to-back state championships in 2021 and 2022.
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National Domestic Violence Awareness
and Prevention Month 2022
By the President of the United States of America
While our Nation has made significant progress in addressing domestic violence by responding to the stories and leadership of courageous survivors, as well as through advocacy and legislative action, domestic violence nonetheless remains all too common in America. During National Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, we continue to shine a light on the causes of this scourge, strengthen the ability of Federal, State, Tribal, territorial, and local officials to take action, and call on all communities to strengthen prevention efforts.
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BUY BLACK! When Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, of Friendship-West Baptist Church, announced 100 Days of Buying Black in acknowledging the 100th Commemoration of the Tulsa Race Massacre, a year ago, we joined the movement. December 31, 2021 marked 100 days of featuring Black Businesses, and we decided that the struggle continues and we must also. So enjoy reading about more Black-owned businesses and please support. We're still going strong today and we also received recognition from the National Newspaper Publishers Association for our efforts!
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Buy Black Business Spotlight
Big Toe Seasonings
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Big Toe Seasonings and Rubs were birthed from a long lineage of Amazing family cooks and chefs. It is well known that Texas is Home to everything BIG that includes BIG TOE Seasonings & Rubs. Good tasting food was always and to this day a cornerstone in our family of CEO Sakina Jackson. There is a saying in her family kitchen that has been spoken for years to indicate how scrumptious the many delicious meals taste. “Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm that’s so good, you put your BIG TOE or FOOT in that.” Another family saying was “You put everything in there except the KITCHEN SINK.” If you are looking to enjoy the heart of family meal time, lasting memories and GREAT flavors make Big Toe Seasonings a part of your family. Family Reunions, Backyard Barbecues and Seafood Boils will be treasured forever. Visit the website and order your Big Toe Seasonings. https://bigtoeseasonings.com/
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OUR SUPERB WOMAN OF THE DAY
Letitia Speed
Letitia Speed is “officially God’s Apostle.” We also thank this veteran for her service in the army and her continued service for veterans.
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Currently working for Overcomers and at Veterans Administration, Veterans Assistance Program and Best Choice Notary Services, Inc. Letitia Speed hails from Tyler, TX where she attended John Tyler High School. A former paratrooper with the 101st Airborne in the U.S. Army, she also worked for the American Heart Association. Letitia attended Texas College, received an associates degree in business management from Dallas College where she was also named Outstanding Management Student of the Year, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Management from Northwood University. She studied Theology at Dallas Baptist University and received her MBA in Human Resources Management from Strayer University. She is currently a doctoral student. A member of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, serving on a regional level, Letitia will uplift your spirits and put a smile on your face. |
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Our Superb Women! 2021 was the "Year of the Woman," especially the Black Woman! For 10 months we dedicated this space to uplifting Black women and spreading a message that we need to show love and empower people with love instead of destroying them with hate and disrespect. We celebrate Black Women and call them SUPERB! AND WE ARE KEEPING THE CELEBRATION GOING IN 2022!
Cheryl Smith, Publisher
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OUR VOICES:
Concerning The Homelessness
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By Dr. John E. Warren
The San Diego Regional Task Force on Homelessness with its San Diego City and County Continuum of Care is to be commended for the substance and level of involvement of community and its presentation of the historical context responsible for the disparities that have contributed to much of our homelessness among Black people, both here in San Diego and throughout the United States. The historical context of the report is without apology, as it should be. The community engagement and methodology through the use of focus groups consisting of those who have experienced or are experiencing homelessness is crucial to presenting so much of what has been an untold story of discrimination, even today, by the very people who are supposed to be providing assistance to the unsheltered.
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María Jesús Contreras
The Marshall Project
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Cleveland Has Spent Millions on Police Cameras. Why Are the Locations a Secret? |
Black Headline News
www.bhnnow.com
The Cleveland Observer
By Rachel Dissell & Mark Puente
Officials cite citizen safety as a reason for shielding information, but have no policies on use of surveillance technology. Cleveland has spent at least $7 million to dot the city with about 1,500 surveillance cameras since 2007. It’s poised to invest nearly $4.7 million for 300 more, and fix or replace nearly 40 that are old or damaged. Unlike other cities, Cleveland officials have refused to share with taxpayers two key pieces of information: where the cameras are, and how they’re used.
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Moving America forward requires common sense, courage and leadership
This is how we get big things done.
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By William McKenzie
Joe Lieberman and Will Hurd approach politics with the same orientation: The political arena is a place to get things done, especially big things. Lieberman is a former Democratic vice presidential nominee who later became an independent in his last term as a Connecticut senator, while Hurd is a former Republican congressman from Texas. Their shared view of governing and leadership should not sound earth-shattering, but their common pursuit runs afoul of today’s partisan politics.
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This story, originally published in The Dallas Morning News, is reprinted as part of a collaborative partnership between The Dallas Morning News and Texas Metro News. The partnership seeks to boost coverage of Dallas’ communities of color, particularly in southern Dallas.
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National
Day of
Cinnamon Bun
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Russell Simmons, Lil Mama, Case, Amara La Negra, Rich Homie Quan, Derrick Rose, Shontelle, Leigh-Ann Pinnock, Jabrill Peppers, Sheron Abernathy, Jacqueline Alexander, Vernon Garrett, Michelle Rolene, Rickie Lee Beasley, MrsBri Ellison, Ferguson Lass, Tony LaTour, Michael A. Brumfield, Renae Jones Smith, Reginald R Cole, Tam-Tam Perrin, and Madonna Chism Pinkard |
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Congratulations
CLASS OF 2022!
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Wykendrick Jones
Heidelberg High School
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Together We Dine: Yanga and the AfroMexican Experience 5:00 pm.
Gallery Tour, 6:00 pm Dinner and Conversation at the Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak St. Dallas.
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On October 4, 1847
The first Black daily newspaper, The New Orleans Times is founded.
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USA TODAY Sports; N.Y.
Post: Charles Wenzelberg; Jason Szenes
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THE BROOKLYN NETS HAVE 99 PROBLEMS AND ACCOUNTABILITY IS NO. 1 |
Black Headline News
www.bhnnow.com
By Ezekiel J. Walker, The Black Wallstreet Times
The Brooklyn Nets big 3 of Kevin Durant, Ben Simmons, and Kyrie Irving are like that kid who has all the potential in the world, and if only he or she would focus, they could be great beyond measure. As the NBA gears up for its upcoming 2022-2023 season, the superstar create-a-team looks like a juggernaut on paper but as sports often remind us – games aren’t played on paper – they’re played with people and each of the Nets veteran big 3 brings their own baggage to Brooklyn.
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Randomized clinical trials have repeatedly found that ivermectin does not benefit COVID-19 patients. The National Institutes of Health recommends against its use for COVID-19. Ivermectin enthusiasts continue to falsely claim the contrary. |
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Clinical Trials Show Ivermectin Does Not Benefit COVID-19 Patients, Contrary to Social Media Claims |
By NNPA Newswire/BlackPressUSA
Randomized clinical trials have repeatedly found that ivermectin does not benefit COVID-19 patients. The National Institutes of Health recommends against its use for COVID-19. Ivermectin enthusiasts continue to falsely claim the contrary.
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The Trendsetter
Tune in and learn what's on in the minds of our young, talented youth!
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The Path
As we walk through life's journey, we leave footprints. Some just show where we are going. Others redirect us when we get lost. Still others remain to guide those we leave behind. I see your footprints.
Will you/they see mine?
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