As COVID-19 infections continue to rise nationwide, health experts and local leaders are encouraging Black communities to get vaccinated. Vaccine Locator Black Americans account for […]
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Virginia Declares ‘State of Emergency’ in Advance of Gun-Rights Rally
Editorial note: This is a Breaking News story and a BNA Community Alert. The Black News Alerts editorial team would like our community to be aware of this […]
Johnson & Johnson Recalls 33,000 Baby Powder Bottles For Possible Asbestos
Johnson & Johnson has recalled 33,000 bottles of baby powder after the Food & Drug Administration discovered traces of asbestos, a carcinogen, in the product. […]
Active Shooter: At least 6 Officers Injured in Philadelphia Shootout
At least six officers injured in ongoing shootout in North Philadelphia. Residents URGED to stay clear of the area. What We Know: The standoff is […]
Tropical Storm Barry Threatens Gulf Coast, Louisiana State of Emergency
Update 7/13/19 2 PM ET: Barry has officially been categorized as a Category 1 Hurricane. It has reached 70 mph winds with as many as […]
HUD Secretary Proposes Rent Increases
Today HUD Secretary Ben Carson will be proposing tripling the amount the poorest households are expected to pay for rent as well as encouraging those […]