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African American Children’s Book Fair marks 33 years of championing literacy
The book fair is meant to inspire the next generation of readers by making books accessible to all while serving the need of ...
'Weren't there to be raised as children': White couple forced adopted Black children to do hard labor and live in filthy shed
A white West Virginia couple was convicted of using their adopted Black children as "slaves," forcing them to work heavy ...
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5 essential ways to support Black children’s mental health
Dr. Kimberly Williams shares insights on addressing mental health challenges in Black youth, from recognizing early signs to finding culturally competent care ...
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African American Children’s Book Fair promotes a love for reading in kids
African American Children’s Book Fair (AACBF) returns to Philadelphia for the its 33rd year. The book fair is one of the oldest and largest book fairs for African ...
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Black migrants caught in the crossfire of birthright citizenship battle
Federal judge blocks Trump's executive order, protecting citizenship for children of undocumented parents, citing its unconstitutionality and impact on Black migrants.
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Dr. Kimberly Williams discusses mental health for Black children
Dr. Kimberly Williams, renowned pediatric neuropsychologist, discusses the importance of mental health awareness, cultural ...
Mother Accused of Forcing Adopted Children to Work as 'Slaves' Denies Locking Teens in Shed, Court Hears
A white mother accused of forcing her adopted Black children to work as 'slaves' with her husband, who is also white, has ...
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Jury finds Kanawha County couple guilty on charges of abusing, trafficking adopted children
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The 12-member jury in an ongoing trial for a Sissonville couple charged with 35 counts of human ...
More than a dozen ways to celebrate Black History Month
From historical plays to intimate concerts to films and children’s activities, here are 13 ways to take part in Black History ...
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Jury deliberations for the Sissonville child abuse trial to begin Wednesday morning
CHARLESTON, W.Va. –The jury for the Sissonville couple charged with child abuse, neglect and human trafficking will start deliberating the case Wednesday morning. The jury heard closing arguments ...