By Anne D’innocenzio The CEOs of the nation’s top airline companies, including American, Delta, Southwest and JetBlue, are imploring Congress to restore funding to the Department of Homeland Security and embrace a bipartisan solution to pay federal aviation workers including airport security officers during the partial government shutdown. “Once again, air travel is the political football amid
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conic musicians, athletes and business leaders are heading to Atlanta next week for the inaugural HBCU AwareFest. The event, produced by the Student Freedom Initiative with Live Nation Urban, the City of Atlanta and Mayor Andre Dickens, is a festival aiming to “address one of the most pressing challenges facing Black America, the student loan debt crisis, while celebrating the impact
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The FAMU drum major Oscars appearance was more than just a performance — it was a cultural breakthrough. Representing Florida A&M University, Oloyede took part in a live Oscars performance tied to the film Sinners, executing precise baton choreography while contributing to a visually powerful production. As detailed in a feature from HBCU Gameday, Oloyede appeared alongside a
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By Stephen Groves The United States’ war with Iran is entering its third week, but Congress has yet to publicly test the Trump administration’s case for the conflict. Republicans in Congress have so far side-stepped public debate over the war, even as Senate Democrats reach for every tool at their disposal to demand hearings with Trump administration
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A new television series centered around historically Black colleges and universities is gaining momentum as development continues on the H.E.R Oprah Winfrey HBCU drama. The project, titled “The B-Side,” is being developed by Grammy-winning artist H.E.R. and media mogul Oprah Winfrey. The H.E.R Oprah Winfrey HBCU drama is expected to explore the experiences of students attending a
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By Sahil Kapur, Frank Thorp V and Ryan Nobles The vote was 51-48, with Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, joining unified Democrats in opposition. Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., didn’t vote. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., has promised “an extended debate” on the legislation, which President Donald Trump has labeled his “No. 1 priority.” But it doesn’t have a viable
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The Southern University Jaguars left no doubt in the SWAC Women’s Basketball Championship as it heads back to the NCAA Tournament. It delivered a commanding performance to defeat Alabama State and secure their second straight conference title. The victory marks another milestone moment for the Baton Rouge HBCU, one of the premier programs in the
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By Bridget Bowman, Kailani Koenig and Shaquille Brewster Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton has won the Democratic Senate primary in Illinois, NBC News projects, vaulting ahead of two members of Congress with a boost from Gov. JB Pritzker in the expensive race. Stratton defeated Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly in the race to succeed retiring Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin,
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DAYTON, Ohio — Howard University captured its first NCAA Tournament victory in its men’s basketball program history Tuesday night, defeating University of Maryland, Baltimore County (24-9) 86-83 in the First Four at UD Arena. The Bison (21-10), MEAC Tournament champions making their third NCAA Tournament appearance in four seasons under head coach Kenneth Blakeney, advanced
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By Peter Nicholas, Andrea Mitchell, Dan De Luce and Abigail Williams WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump dropped his push Tuesday for U.S. allies to join in protecting the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian threats — an about-face that came just one day after he called upon nations to “get involved” so oil tankers can safely navigate the crucial shipping lane.
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