Black Americans Receive Longer Sentences Than Whites
A new study has found the jail time African Americans face is 60 percent longer than white Americans when jailed for the same crimes. Read more
$1.75 Million Grant Created to Help Minority Businesses
The new MBDA (Minority Business Development Agency) in Riverside received a $1.75 million grant from the US Department of Commerce to help stimulate job creation. Read more
Take the African American Women’s Health Legacy Survey
Diabetes is a chronic health condition impacting 4.9 million African Americans, and taking this survey can help determine how future programs will benefit you. Read more
Recent News from Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson
Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson recently sent out an email update on the Sacramento City Council. Read more
DID YOU KNOW?
Habitat for Humanity ReStore, the organization’s retail recycling center offers quality new and used construction materials at up to 70 percent off retail prices, including windows, doors, paint, and more. Read more
Poor, Minorities Face Climate Change Health Risks
A new study has found that poor, urban, and minority residents are at the most risk for health and safety risks due to climate change. Read more.
Latest CBCF News
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) in Washington, DC, will presents its third annual Avoice Heritage Celebration. Read more
And they will present a panel on the importance of the 2012 election for African Americans with the Harvard Black Alumni Society and Bethel Literary and Historic Society of Metropolitan AMC Church. Read more
 Are Pay Day Loans Healthy for African Americans?
I know you read the title of this article and said, “Payday loans hurt everyone, not just African Americans,” and you would be correct. However, African Americans seem to have a higher level of poverty than others, even those blacks who are earning substantial income. Read more
How the Right Hair Color Can Enhance Your Look
Hair is an important part of the visual presentation for women. Not only is the right cut and style important, but the right hair color can greatly change your total appearance, taking your look to another level. Read more
SAC NCBW Thanks Partners for Supporting 2012 Black AIDS Awareness Campaign
Sacramento Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women states: “THANK YOU …. to its special partners for supporting the 2012 Black AIDS Awareness Campaign.” Read more
Now Hiring Teachers & School Leaders at Fortune School
Join the movement of teacher and school leaders read to educate every child. Read more
Black History Month Events at UC Davis
In February 2012 at UC Davis attend Black History Month events that include film screenings, lectures, book readings, community discussions, and more. Read more
SacTrips.com 2012 Calendar of Trips
SacTrips.com has announced its 2012 calendar of upcoming trips going everywhere from San Francisco to Jamaica. Read more
Healthy Tips: “ReThink Your Drink”
How much soda do you drink a day? Read more
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