Written by Lexx Thornton Sales of newly built homes rose a much larger-than-expected 20.5% in August compared with July to the highest level since January 2022, according to the U.S. Census. It is also the largest one-month gain since August 2022. Sales were 15.4% higher than in August 2024. This count is based on people
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Written By Lexx Thornton In the fall 2026 semester, Florida A&M University’s out-of-state students can expect to see an increase in their tuition fees as FAMU makes efforts to be in compliance with the Florida Board of Governors. The FAMU Board of Trustees unanimously voted Sept. 18 in the Grand Ballroom on campus to approve
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Written By Lexx Thornton Electronic theft of benefits and unauthorized use of food assistance cards is costing Michiganders millions, if not billions of dollars in fraud, supporters of legislation to require a photo and a signature on Michigan Bridge cards said during a Thursday meeting of the state House Government Operations Committee. Rep. Jason Woolford
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Established in 1875, Knoxville College is one of Tennessee’s oldest historically Black colleges and universities and remains a vital institution for higher education among African Americans in East Tennessee. Founded by the United Presbyterian Church of North America to serve freed men and women, it opened as a normal school for training teachers before becoming
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This week, Tennessee State University students were met with a surprise on their walk to class. On Tuesday, the Nashville HBCU reported that a group of people, unaffiliated with the university, appeared on campus around 3 pm without prior notice. The group known as “Fearless Debaters,” reportedly appeared on TSU’s campus with filming equipment, “Make
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U.S. News and World Report released its 2026 Best Colleges rankings Sept. 23, recognizing Howard University as the No. 1 national university for social mobility in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Among the national universities in the social mobility category, Howard ranked No. 17 overall and was also the top historically Black college or
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When it comes to shaping the future of women’s basketball, Dawn Staley has never shied away from leading the charge. The Hall of Famer and South Carolina head coach has built the Lady Gamecocks into a national powerhouse, but her influence stretches far beyond wins, titles, and trophies. For Staley, scheduling isn’t just about competitive balance—it’s
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Executives from the commercial real estate industry—many of them Morehouse College alumni— gathered with friends and colleagues at MetLife Stadium for the third consecutive year to raise funds for the Morehouse Real Estate Institute (MREI), an academic initiative launching this fall. The fundraiser took place during the HBCU NY Classic, where Morehouse faced off against Howard University
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The Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader initiative recognizes institutions that demonstrate significant engagement with the Fulbright Program. For the 2024-2025 academic year, Fayetteville State University is one of 20 HBCUs nationwide to receive this distinction. Through this involvement, the university expands opportunities for students and faculty to study, teach and conduct research abroad, while also welcoming
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With her silken-polished voice, commitment to news, dedication to community building and love for music – especially the jazzy kind – Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Robin Boyce graced the St. Louis airwaves in 1980 during a time when Black voices and views were a “low frequency” on local radio stations. She was a trailblazer. On
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