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J. Pharoah Doss: Trey Reed, exposing Ben Crump, and failed suicide attempts

J. Pharoah Doss - August 25, 2026

by J. Pharoah Doss Last year, I wrote a piece called “Looking for a lynching while ignoring high rates of Black suicide.” It was about...

White parents who tell their kids that race doesn’t matter are ignoring the long shadow of racism

The Conversation - August 13, 2026

by James M. Thomas, University of Mississippi “Look around.” “Pay attention.” “Be mindful of where you are and who you are with.” “Check in. With us. With yourself.” For...

The Carr Report … Stop treating ‘budget’ like a bad word

Damon Carr - July 29, 2026

Mention the word budget, and some people immediately tense up. They picture cutting out everything they enjoy, living on ramen noodles, or feeling guilty...

J. Pharoah Doss: The generation after Robert L. Woodson Sr.

J. Pharoah Doss - July 27, 2026

by J. Pharoah Doss On May 20th, 2026, a New York Times headline announced the death of Robert L. Woodson Sr., leader of the Black...

Don’t let fraud and scams ground your summer vacation

Courier Newsroom - July 26, 2026

Family taking a selfie before going on a road trip in their car. Sponsored by JPMorganChase As you make your summer travel plans this year, or perhaps...

The Carr Report…Think a 529 Plan is only for college? Think again.

Damon Carr - June 24, 2026

Whenever I bring up a 529 Plan with clients, I usually hear the same concern. “Damon, what if my child doesn’t go to college? What...

Property is Power! Build assets first, refinance later

Courier Newsroom - June 5, 2026

by Dr. Anthony O. Kellum There is a dangerous mindset quietly circulating through parts of Black America, and even high-income earners believe that wealth-building must...

US refugee policy for White South Africans is part of a century‑long effort to keep some English‑speaking nations White

The Conversation - April 21, 2026

by John Broich, Case Western Reserve University Whiteness appears to be an official immigration credential in the eyes of the United States government. The Trump administration...

J. Pharoah Doss: Does Christian Zionism stem from guilt?

J. Pharoah Doss - April 21, 2026

There are two types of Christian Zionists: the prophetic and the political. The first type supports the modern state of Israel based on a...

Smart ways to bounce back financially after a job loss

Word In Black - April 6, 2026

JOB LOSS CAN BE CHALLENGING and impact various aspects of life. However, there are ways to manage stress and anxiety. (Credit: Canva) by Laura Onyeneho WORD...