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What Black Americans Need To Know About Gum Disease
According to a CDC report, almost 1 in 3 Black adults have at least one untreated cavity, compared with roughly 18% of white adults. Atlanta dentist Dr. Jamar McKay explains why oral health is important.
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Africatown Youth Pop-Up Invites Residents To Help Shape Central District’s Future
Africatown Community Land Trust hosts a Youth Pop-Up Thursday, Oct. 29 at Pratt Park, featuring youth performances, free food from Wally's Soul Food and children's coat giveaways alongside community visioning for the proposed Yesler Black Cultural Corridor. The event invites Central District residents of all ages to help shape neighborhood development, cultural preservation and the future of the 1601 Yesler site.
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Black Voters Mistrust Washington. They’re Showing Up To Vote Anyway
Rising costs, healthcare concerns and attacks on voting rights are giving Black voters reasons to participate. Panelists at Word In Black’s virtual event stress the urgency extends beyond Election Day to holding elected officials accountable.
Youth And Law Forum Seeks To Empower Families, Build Trust Between Police And Community
The 36th annual Judge Charles V. Johnson Youth and Law Forum returns Nov. 14 in Tukwila, uniting youth, families, and law enforcement for workshops on rights, peer pressure, and justice system navigation. Retired officers John Hayes and Fae Brooks emphasize building trust through relaxed interactions, helping bridge gaps between police and community members. The free event requires advance registration.
Ohio’s Governor Changed His Mind About Executions. Will Speaker Huffman Let Lawmakers Vote?
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine now says the death penalty’s moral justification no longer exists, aligning with bipartisan repeal legislation, former lawmakers, and faith leaders. Yet House Speaker Matt Huffman keeps the bill stalled in committee. Ben Jealous examines deterrence research, wrongful convictions, staggering costs, and asks whether Ohio deserves an honest legislative debate and vote.
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Podcast: Jawann Bennett Breaks Down The Seattle Medium Endorsement Process For The Upcoming 2026 General Election
Seattle Medium’s Rhythm & News Podcast, hosted by Christopher B. Bennett, previews the Nov. 3 general election with guest Jawann Bennett. They discuss the newspaper’s 2026 endorsements covering congressional, legislative, King County, and judicial races, plus statewide measures, highlighting key issues like housing, safety, education, and health care shaping voter decisions.
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