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Pharrell Teams Up With NAACP To Clear Student Debt Of Five Youth Leaders

This weekend, Pharrell is bringing the best and brightest names in music to Independence Avenue in Washington, D.C. for the 2022 Something In The Water Festival. Usher, Justin Timberlake and…

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Boston Celtics Team Up With The NAACP & VistaPrint To Provide Support For Black-Owned Businesses

The Boston Celtics‘ Shamrock Foundation has teamed up with the NAACP and VistaPrint to provide financial support for small, Black-owned businesses. According to a report from AfroTech, the three organizations came…

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No Charges Filed In Death Of Justin King

No criminal charges will be filed after a 28-year-old father by the name of Justin King was killed by his neighbor on November 3, 2021 in Bourbon, Missouri. NBC News reports…

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NAACP President Derrick Johnson Urges Athletes Not To Sign With Pro Team In Texas

NAACP President Derrick Johnson has issued a letter to pro athletes in search of a new work environment. In a two-page piece, Johnson asks players not to sign with teams…

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Check Out The Full Nomination List For The NAACP Image Awards

The nominees for the upcoming NAACP Image Awards have been announced! Mary J. Blige and Jay-Z each received the most nominations by receiving 5 each. We’ve attached the full nomination list…

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