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Private Colleges Face Threat of Closure, Hechinger Report Warns

More than a quarter of private colleges are at risk of closing, new projection shows Jon Marcus for The Hechinger Report More than a dozen newborn lambs cavorted around a […]

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Serena Williams’ Wimbledon Return Is Bigger Than Tennis—It’s a Win for Black Mothers

Serena Williams returns to Wimbledon, using her comeback to inspire her daughters and reshape conversations about motherhood in sports.

More Than 2 Million Ohioans Could Face Social Security Cuts by 2032, New Report Warns

A new report warns that more than 2 million Ohioans could see their Social Security benefits reduced beginning in 2032 if Congress fails to address looming funding shortfalls. Advocates say the cuts could increase poverty among older adults and place new pressures on state and local safety-net programs.

Stealthing Laws Gain National Attention What It Means for Women in Ohio

Stealthing laws are gaining attention nationwide but where does Ohio stand Here is what women need to know about consent, safety, and the law

Nearly 1 in 4 people seeking abortions out of state chose Illinois. Here’s why.
Before Victor Glover, There Was York: America’s Hidden Black Explorer

Before Victor Glover makes history on Artemis II, there was York, an enslaved man who played a key role in the Lewis and Clark Expedition. His story is a reminder: Black explorers have always been part of history, even when they weren’t centered.

Black Women Face Higher Preterm Birth Rates in States With Abortion Bans, Study Finds

A new public health study is shedding light on the real-life impact of abortion bans—and the findings point to growing risks for Black women. Researchers found that in states with strict abortion restrictions, preterm birth rates among Black women increased beyond expected levels, raising urgent questions about access to care, systemic inequities, and maternal health outcomes in a post-Dobbs America.

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What is the SAVE America Act?

A major elections bill is heading to the Senate, and it could reshape how Americans register and vote. The SAVE America Act would introduce stricter voter ID and citizenship requirements, sparking debate over election security and access ahead of the midterms.

Black women’s unemployment has skyrocketed. Here’s what happened.

Black women are facing the highest unemployment rates in years as federal job cuts, DEI rollbacks, and return-to-office mandates reshape the labor market with ripple effects for families and communities nationwide.

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As US Is Poised To Lose Measles-Free Status, RFK Jr.’s New CDC Deputy Downplays Its Significance

Could the U.S. lose its measles-free status? Outbreaks across multiple states and declining vaccination rates are putting elimination status at risk.