March 2020
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Recent years have seen culture-conscious voices behind the scenes translate into a more authentic, fully realized representation of black life in front of the camera. Still, recognition for our achievements on screen continues to lag.
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New technology, fear of deportation and a generally undereducated populace. This 2020 census may just be the toughest one yet – but don’t count us out.
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Experts point to a rising trend of NBA and NCAA recruiters seeking and developing elite, white players from Europe and elsewhere outside of the States instead of nurturing homegrown, African American talent. Are our boys slowly being squeezed out?
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These local Black- and woman-owned popcorn makers are serving up buckets of fun.
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Don’t believe the sunshiny hype. Spring ain’t here yet.
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Pieces from the actress’s personal collection celebrate black womanhood.
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Nike’s second woman of color designer, Cheresse Thornhill, displays her work alongside local sneakerheads.
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Lance McGhee is capitalizing on the city’s booming esports industry.
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The D Loft Café brings together the city’s “food-preneurs” for growth and networking.
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The Dirty Show returned to the Russell Industrial Center in Detroit two weekends in a row to deliver the area’s largest erotic art exhibition.
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This Tallahassee native heads a member association that nurtures southeast Michigan’s arts and cultural organizations.
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Owner Kristine Ferguson wants to create a neighborhood space for women to learn and hang out.
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Obesity, diabetes and hypertension – all ailments that disproportionately affect the black community – have strong family ties.