National Urban League
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 - 12:51pm

Trump Says DEI, Civil Rights Policies Hurt White People. Do they?

By Jessica Gun, USA Today

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National Urban League
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 - 12:47pm

Noem Doubles Down on Self-Defense Claim in Minneapolis Shooting

In an unrelated news conference in New York, she said that while there would be an investigation into the officer’s use of force, she believed he followed his training and the shooting was justified. She again called the incident “domestic terrorism.”

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National Urban League
Wed, 03 Sep 2025 - 10:44am

Federal Overreach Seeks to Undermine the Success of America's Black Mayors

“Public safety is people having a roof over their heads, good-paying jobs, strong schools, and accessible mental health care. That’s what safety looks like.” — Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson “The status quo has failed. We cannot police our way out of crime. We have to invest in people, prevention, and healing.” — Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott

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National Urban League
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 - 2:33pm

Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Jeopardizes Lifelines for Black Americans

Senate Republicans on Tuesday passed President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” which could have major ramifications for Black Americans.

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National Urban League
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 - 9:22am

A Guide to What the Juneteenth Holiday is and Juneteenth Atlanta Events

It was 160 years ago that enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed — after the Civil War’s end and two years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation.

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National Urban League
Wed, 11 Jun 2025 - 10:07am

Urban League Extends Hotel Stays for Tornado Survivors at No Cost

The organization initially placed more than two dozen families in hotels across the St. Louis area for two weeks following the storm.

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National Urban League
Mon, 05 May 2025 - 12:13pm

Chicago Urban League to Tackle Black Wealth Gaps at Upcoming Policy Summit

The Chicago Urban League will unveil its 2025 State of Black Chicago report and host a May 6 summit aimed at addressing economic disparities and empowering Black families with actionable solutions.

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National Urban League
Mon, 05 May 2025 - 12:06pm

Michigan Residents Offered Path to Clear Criminal Records

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Michigan residents seeking a fresh start through expungement can get help clearing eligible criminal convictions from their records this weekend.

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National Urban League
Thu, 24 Apr 2025 - 8:51am

Civil Rights Organizations Unite in Response to Government Retaliation

The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights has launched “The Pact: A Civil Rights Coalition Unity Commitment,” a declaration of mutual support among dozens of major nonprofit organizations representing millions of people nationwide. 

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National Urban League
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 - 3:48pm

Gov. Beshear Appoints 2 New Members to University of Louisville Board of Trustees

Gov. Andy Beshear has replaced two members of the University of Louisville Board of Trustees, including former Chair Diane Medley.

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