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Jeff Johnson breaks down Harvard University's announcement to spend $100 million in an endowment to support descendants of slaves who contributed to the success of the university. 

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Pamela Culpepper has made history as the first Black woman appointed to serve on Prada’s Board of Directors.

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Dr. Susan M. Collins will make history as the first Black woman to sit at the helm of a federal reserve bank.

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While some politicians seem to think 90's nostalgia reboots mean bringing back tough-on-crime rhetoric, evidence suggests that addressing persisting economic disparity is one way to reduce gun violence.  

Starbucks on Tuesday announced that it will be increasing the prices of its products in 2022, citing rising inflation, supply chain disruptions and increasing labor costs, according to a statement by the company.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Bank of America today announced significant changes to its overdraft services, including plans to eliminate non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees beginning in February, and to reduce overdraft fees from $35 to $10 beginning in May. The company will also eliminate the transfer fee associated with its Balance ConnectTM for overdraft protection service in May. These and […]

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McDonald's is set to pay $33.5 million to Herb Washington, a Black owner of multiple Mickey D's franchises, to settle a lawsuit accusing the company of systemically giving white owners more opportunity to buy restaurants in affluent neighborhoods.

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While the economy is gradually rebounding, a new poll found that some Black people are still struggling. According to the November Temperature Check Poll from Black to the Future Action Fund, 42 percent of Black adults described their financial situation as "bad." And one-third of respondents reported their financial situations have worsened. 

At the event there were more than 30 employers, including Inova Health System, Sunrise Senior Living, and more…

For years, the Popeyes was the only one in existence where patrons could enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet of fried chicken, biscuits and assorted sides for only $10.