Rhode Island
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Historians to illuminate African-heritage advancement in Gilded Age Rhode Island
Source: The Preservation Society of Newport County It’s a little-known part of Newport’s multifaceted history: During the 18th, 19th and…
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After Approximately 40 Years, the Patio Bar at The Black Pearl Will Be Demolished for Renovations
Changes are coming for a Newport institute that has stood the test of time for more than 40 years. An…
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Candace Owens: Democrats ‘brainwash’ blacks
PROVIDENCE — Candace Owens, a conservative political commentator, praised President Donald Trump and discussed her theories about what she called…
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Five Questions With: Lisa A. Ranglin
THE FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT of the Rhode Island Black Business Association, Lisa Ranglin, still sees disparities in lending into the…
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Undercover investigation reveals evidence of unequal treatment by Long Island real estate agents
Newsday has removed its paywall to allow everyone access to this groundbreaking and essential investigative project. In…
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Black Joy: Explore the History, Tradition, and Legacy of Joy in Rhode Island’s Black Community
Trayvon Martin, Eric Garner, Michael Brown, Tamir Rice, Breonna Taylor, Sandra Bland, George Floyd. For the past 10 years, media has…
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The hidden links between slavery and Wall Street
By Zoe Thomas BBC Business reporter, New York 29 August 2019 Image caption, A tour group photographs a sign marking…
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Interview: Andre Wright of Thinking Black Men
In July 2019, he officially formed Thinking Black Men of Providence and it involves sharing connections and advice to help…
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Rhode Island Black Business Association announces new headquarters, it will serve as an equity business hub
Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined Lisa Ranglin, Founder, President & CEO of the Rhode Island Black…
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Sunu Body Offers Authentic West African Skincare and Jewelry
Business owner Zainabou Thiam, left, and a friend model waist beads and bracelets sold by Sunu Body. (Photo courtesy of…
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