US Politics
BLACK CONGRESSIONAL DEMOCRATS INTRODUCE "CROWN ACT" TO ADDRESS "TOO BLACK" HAIR DISCRIMINATION
“Discrimination against Black hair is discrimination against Black people,” Senator Booker said.
“For too long, Black women and girls have been told that their hair is too curly, too unprofessional, too distracting,” Rep. Pressley said.
NY Watch
BRONX BOROUGH PRESIDENT DIAZ URGES RESIDENTS, INCLUDING YOUTH, TO APPLY FOR COMMUNITY BOARD MEMBERSHIP
Special To The Black Star News
December 06,2019
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Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. is once again inviting Bronx residents to make a difference in their community by applying to join their local Community Board.

The Office of The Bronx Borough President will be accepting applications for all 12 Bronx Community Boards from city residents who reside, work or have professional or other significant interests in the borough.

“Participation on local Community Boards can provide Bronx residents with a forum...

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Does your nonprofit meet your community’s needs?
Mel and Pearl Shaw
December 06,2019
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Does your nonprofit meet your community’s needs?

As 2019 – and the decade – comes to a close take a moment to ask the critical questions.

We all believe in what we are doing. We believe in the mission and vision of the organizations we lead and are associated with. We have contributed to strategic planning and fundraising. We give of our time, talent and resources. We know we are making an impact.

The above is...

Global Politics
COMMONWEALTH OBSERVER GROUP CALLS FOR PEACEFUL ELECTIONS IN DOMINICA AMID CIVIL UNREST AND PROTESTS
Special To The Black Star News
December 05,2019
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Zainab Bangura, right, is leading The Commonwealth Observer Group that will be analyzing Dominica's elections tomorrow.

As Election Day approaches in Dominica, the Chair of the Commonwealth Observer Group (COG), is encouraging "peaceful elections."

Since the Group arrived in Dominica, there have been protests, incidents of civil unrest and threats of violence.

The Chairperson of the COG, Zainab Bangura – a former Minister of Foreign Affairs of...

Entertainment
APOLLO THEATER ANNOUNCES "KWANZAA CELEBRATION REGENERATION NIGHT" DEC. 28
Special To The Black Star News
December 05,2019
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The Apollo Theater Presents Kwanzaa Celebration: Regeneration Night on Saturday, December 28 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., featuring performances by Abdel R. Salaam’s Forces of Nature Dance Theatre with special guests The KIPP AMP Legacy Jazz Ensemble, and host Imhotep Gary Byrd.

Since 2006, the Apollo has established an annual show to celebrate this holiday tradition on one day of the Kwanzaa holiday. The Apollo’s celebration is a joyful evening of dance and music...

US Politics
CONGRESSWOMAN NORTON SENDS AG BARR LETTER INQUIRING ABOUT "FIRST STEP" LAW'S APPLICATION TO D.C. FELONS
Special To The Black Star News
December 05,2019
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Congresswoman Norton sent a letter to AG Barr requesting clarity on "First Step Act" as it relates to D.C. inmates.

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) today sent a letter to Attorney General William Barr requesting answers on implementation of the First Step Act, saying it is vitally important that the Act’s benefits be applied to D.C. Code felons, as Congress intended, to ensure equality for these inmates.

The First Step Act (Formerly Incarcerated...

US Politics
BLACK CONGRESSIONAL DEMOCRATS INTRODUCE "CROWN ACT" TO ADDRESS "TOO BLACK" HAIR DISCRIMINATION
Special To The Black Star News
December 05,2019
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U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) today unveiled a bill that would ban discrimination based on hair textures and hairstyles that are commonly associated with a particular race or national origin. U.S. Representative Cedric Richmond (D-LA) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives, and is joined by Representatives Ayanna Pressley (D-MA), Marcia Fudge (D-OH), and Barbara Lee (D-CA).

Hair discrimination is widespread and pernicious.

In...

US Politics
AFTER COURTS BLOCKED PUBLIC CHARGE RULE –WHAT IMMIGRANTS APPLYING FOR GREEN CARDS OR VISAS NEED TO KNOW
Special To The Black Star News
December 05,2019
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Last month,...

Money
Chicago's Famous Figures In History
Special To The Black Star News
December 05,2019
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If you are from Chicago then you may recognise these famous people. Take a look below to find out more.
Derrick Rose: Derrick Rose was born in Chicago. He dominated the floor and he was awarded the MVP award at 22 years old. So far, he is the youngest player to have received the honour but even with all of his success, he is still incredibly humble. This is one of the few reasons why so many people look up to him and it’s also why he stands...

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Over the last few days, during this observance of the first anniversary of the execution of Michael Brown, in Ferguson, we’re now hearing chants of “We’ve got to fight back” and “We are ready for war.”

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