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Danny Simmons, founder of Rush Arts, passes away at 72

Danny Simmons Jr., a globally known abstract painter, poet, and philanthropist, founded Rush Arts, a cultural and arts education initiative that provided opportunities for underserved communities, particularly artists of color, to showcase and develop their work.  Danny was also the founder and innovative director of the famed...
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BED STUY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ HONORS COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDER DURING 2026 STEMMY AWARDS

In the music industry, there are the Grammys. The movie industry has the Oscars, and television boasts the Emmys. But on Saturday, May 16, all eyes were on PS 5 in Brooklyn’s beloved Bedford-Stuyvesant community. That is where the students, teachers, faculty, staff, and...

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The Legacy of Myrna D. Williams

Brooklyn's Stylish Educator By Dior Williams Myrna D. Williams, my grandmother, was a trailblazer in every...
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Letitia James Remembers the Life of Hazel Dukes

By Letitia James With the passing of Dr. Hazel Nell Dukes, New York lost an...
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NAACP Legend and Freedom Fighter Hazel Dukes Passes

By April Ryan,blackpressusa.com“She was a warrior in the truest sense of the word and...
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Radio Legend Bob Law: Pioneer in Black Talk Radio Speaks Out

Fern GillespieFor over 50 years, legendary broadcaster Bob Law has had a strong voice...
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Kwame Asante Honored at Boys & Girls High School

On January 28th, Mr. Kwame Asante was honored for his 50 years of service...
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At Brooklyn Org, Dr. Jocelynne Rainey Nurtures Brooklyn’s Racial Justice Nonprofits

Fern GillespieWhile this new presidential administration is determined to deconstruct racial justice gains in...
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Cultural Affairs Commissioner Laurie Cumbo Nurtures Arts Institutions in NYC Communities

By Fern GillespieWhen New York City Commissioner of Cultural Affairs Laurie Cumbo was growing...
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Sharpton Addresses Leaders At Home in Brooklyn

The Rev. Al Sharpton, the globally known social justice advocate, minister and civil rights...
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Rev. Al Sharpton Delivers History Lesson for Brooklyn and Beyond at Antioch

By Mary Alice MillerThe African American Clergy and Elected Officials organization hosted Rev. Al...
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Penda Aiken: Brooklyn’s Black-Owned Staffing Agency Empowers Diverse Talent

Fern GillespieIn this post pandemic era, the American workplace has radically changed. The 9...
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Nikki Giovanni, revolutionary poet and voice of Black resilience, dies at 81

TheGrioShe taught us how to ego trip and know that we were loved, all...
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Excellence Exemplified: Leadership Lessons From the Life of Clifton Wharton Jr., Pioneering Black CEO

Story by Bradley AkubuiroIt’s time we properly celebrate the life and impact of this...
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Health & Wellness

“In the Mix: Veggie Power” by Dr. Gerry Baker

(A Story of Community, Nutrition, and Inclusion for Children of All Ages)  - By Yvette Moore Lessons...
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One Brooklyn Health to Host Free Family Health Fair at Interfaith Campus 

BROOKLYN, NY — One Brooklyn Health (OBH) invites Brooklyn residents to attend the OBH Interfaith Campus Family Health...
Black History

“What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?”

Occasion: Frederick Douglass, an escaped slave, was asked to give an address regarding the...
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Scholars Angela Y. Davis and Jelani Cobb Gift Wisdom and Inspire Intergenerational Reflections at BPL’s Kahn Humanities Event

In a milestone recognition of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United...