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Seattle Public Schools faces scrutiny over recent decisions impacting the athletic programs at schools historically connected to the African American community. The departures of successful coaches, including former NBA All-star Brandon Roy, have raised concerns about the district's commitment to fostering equitable and supportive environments for student-athletes.

Former President Barack Obama has publicly condemned the Trump administration's recent assertions connecting autism to Tylenol, describing these claims as a "violence against the truth" that jeopardizes public health.

The death of Demartravion "Trey" Reed, a 21-year-old Black student at Delta State University, found hanging from a tree, has prompted calls for a comprehensive investigation. The incident has drawn the attention of civil rights lawyer Benjamin Crump and activist Colin Kaepernick, who are advocating for transparency and justice amid rising suspicion and concern from Reed's family.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has proposed a budget plan to increase local spending to preserve social safety net programs, including food assistance, shelter access, and legal aid for immigrants and refugees, in response to anticipated federal funding cuts.

Byrd Barr Place is working to promote community-driven development and policy reforms to reverse the displacement of the African American community in Seattle's Central District due to gentrification, which has been exacerbated by decades of redlining and disinvestment.

Democrats have planted themselves firmly in the path of what they call a reckless assault on Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. They are not speaking in the language of compromise this time.

Members of the Congressional Black Caucus were split on the question of whether Charlie Kirk, a rightwing commentator with controversial views on race, should be honored by a lengthy Republican-penned resolution in his honor.

Kamala Harris, in her campaign memoir "107 Days," provides an insightful account of her decision-making process in selecting Tim Walz as her vice-presidential running mate. The memoir delves into her evaluations of other potential candidates, notably Pete Buttigieg, Josh Shapiro, and Mark Kelly, offering a candid glimpse into the dynamics and considerations that influenced her choice.

Grocery prices have surged under the Trump administration, driven by tariffs and immigration crackdowns, disproportionately impacting low- and middle-income Americans.

After much backroom maneuvering, the final vote on the resolution honoring Kirk was moved from Thursday to Friday, Sept. 18. For members of the Congressional Black Caucus, the vote is in no way a casual action on a boilerplate resolution.