Working families scramble to get by while billionaires’ wealth has increased. By Sam Pizzigati – Republican leaders in Congress have been working feverishly over recent days to renew the rich-people-friendly …
Recent congressional actions could cost consumers more than $5 billion annually in unnecessary and excessive bank overdraft fees. By Charlene Crowell – While news headlines continue to focus on the…
The highly acclaimed North Carolina Central University Sound Machine Drumline and Majorettes. The Christine Avery Learning Center is excited to announce the launch of its Music Is Life program, set…
The nationwide Fighting Oligarchy tours have had thousands of people filling local arenas and stadiums. US senator Bernie Sanders and Democratic US representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are calling on supporters and…
Exactly six months ago today, Hurricane Helene devastated our communities in western North Carolina with catastrophic flooding, taking many lives and shifting the earth beneath us. Now our region faces…
Kamala Harris delivered an inspiring and uplifting message as she accepted the prestigious Chairman’s Award at the NAACP Image Awards. Watch the Vice President’s unforgettable moment as she makes history…
Dr. Carmen Robinson, Chief Medical Officer at Western NC Community Health Services. Photo: Renato Rotolo/The Urban News Dr. Carmen Tabrielle Robinson is a woman of conviction. A dedicated physician, community…
Congressman Chuck Edwards (R-NC) held an in-person town hall in Asheville. The crowd’s energy and passion were high as they had a chance to question Rep. Edwards. The event took…
The late Elder John R. Hayes, a leader in Asheville’s Black community, was a visionary who dedicated his life to uplifting youth and opening doors of opportunity for the underserved.…
New workforce training program will provide the skills needed to secure high-wage tech jobs. The BlackRock Foundation has awarded a $1-million, two-year grant to Per Scholas North Carolina, a nationally…
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