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  • Boston firefighters, police officers test skills in cook-off to benefit Get Lit program
    Members of the Boston Fire Department came out on top when they went head-to-head in a cook-off against Boston police officers this month to raise awareness about educational challenges following the COVID-19 pandemic. The post Boston firefighters, police officers test skills in cook-off to benefit Get Lit program appeared first on The Bay State Banner.... Read more
    Source: Bay State Banner Published on: 2023-11-29
  • Science Club for Girls unlocks STEM possibilities for young students
    As the world reels from a pandemic, climate change and artificial intelligence, the workforce in science, technology, engineering and mathematics continues to face racial and gender disparities. The post Science Club for Girls unlocks STEM possibilities for young students appeared first on The Bay State Banner.... Read more
    Source: Bay State Banner Published on: 2023-11-29
  • ‘Tis the season: Holiday pop-ups for festive food and drink
    It’s the most festive time of the year, and food and drink are essential parts of celebrating the holidays. At these themed pop-ups at local bars and restaurants, you can enjoy a seasonal beverage with a hefty side of holiday décor. The post ‘Tis the season: Holiday pop-ups for festive food and drink appeared first on The Bay State Banner.... Read more
    Source: Bay State Banner Published on: 2023-11-29
  • Black quarterbacks in the running for Heisman Trophy
    Local players had solid years despite late-season woes The post Black quarterbacks in the running for Heisman Trophy appeared first on The Bay State Banner.... Read more
    Source: Bay State Banner Published on: 2023-11-29
  • Sign-stealing scandal steals Michigan’s thunder
    In a traditional college football game that has been played for over 100 years, the Wolverines of the University of Michigan and the Buckeyes of Ohio State University wage a gridiron war.  The post Sign-stealing scandal steals Michigan’s thunder appeared first on The Bay State Banner.... Read more
    Source: Bay State Banner Published on: 2023-11-29
  • Walk Down the Block: Nubian Square ponders its past, present and future as Black Boston’s center
    Today, we’re in Nubian Square. We’re standing on the corner of Malcolm X Boulevard and Washington Street, right in front of the “Faces of Dudley” mural on the side of Silver Slipper Cafe, a neighborhood staple. The post Walk Down the Block: Nubian Square ponders its past, present and future as Black Boston’s center appeared first on The Bay State... Read more
    Source: Bay State Banner Published on: 2023-11-29





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  • Sandra Day O’Connor, first woman Supreme Court justice, dies at 93
    At The 19th, we’re committed to publishing journalism that you can trust throughout the critical moments that shape our democracy and our lives. Show your support during our Fall Member Drive, and your donation will be matched.Double your gift today. Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court justice, has […] The post Sandra Day... Read more
    Source: The 19th News Published on: 2023-12-01
  • Black women face disproportionate risks from largely unregulated toxic substances in beauty and personal care products
    For Jeanette Toomer, the hours she used to spend to ensure that her hair was perfectly done-up years ago was not just a matter of style—it was a cultural statement. As a Black woman who came of age in the 1970s, Toomer favored natural hair styles over those that required the use of chemicals—a nod […] The post Black women... Read more
    Source: The 19th News Published on: 2023-12-01
  • The 19th Explains: What’s next for New York’s Adult Survivors Act on sexual assault
    At The 19th, we’re committed to publishing journalism that you can trust throughout the critical moments that shape our democracy and our lives. Show your support during our Fall Member Drive, and your donation will be matched. Double your gift today. When New York’s Adult Survivors Act took effect in November 2022, it offered a […] The post The 19th... Read more
    Source: The 19th News Published on: 2023-12-01
  • Gabrielle Giffords reflects on gun legislation changes in the 30 years since the Brady Bill
     At The 19th, we’re committed to publishing journalism that you can trust throughout the critical moments that shape our democracy and our lives. Show your support during our Fall Member Drive, and your donation will be matched. Double your gift today. Thirty years ago today, President Bill Clinton signed the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act […] The post Gabrielle Giffords... Read more
    Source: The 19th News Published on: 2023-11-30
  • First Native Hawaiian woman confirmed as federal judge
    For the first time, a Native Hawaiian woman will serve a lifetime appointment as a federal judge in the United States. The U.S. Senate voted 53-45 on Thursday to confirm Hawaii state Judge Shanlyn A.S. Park to be a U.S. district judge for the District of Hawaii. Park’s confirmation marks a historic step forward in […] The post First Native... Read more
    Source: The 19th News Published on: 2023-11-30
  • Child care programs see closures, resignations and tuition hikes after federal funding expires
    This article was co-published with EdSurge, a nonprofit newsroom that covers the future of learning through original journalism and research. In Fairmont, West Virginia, Helen Post-Brown owns and operates an early learning program licensed to serve 160 children. These days, due to staff shortages, she can only accommodate about half that many.  A dozen miles down the road, […] The post Child care... Read more
    Source: The 19th News Published on: 2023-11-30