As investigations continue into several recent deaths involving individuals found hanging from trees, families and activists are calling for greater transparency and accountability against historical racial trauma.

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The U.S. lost 23,000 payroll jobs in July, contributing to growing criticism of President Donald Trump's economic stewardship despite a stable 4.1% unemployment rate.

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Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino and Cirque du Soleil are scheduled to host a special celebration on Saturday to mark the late Michael Jackson's 68th birthday, featuring a one-time performance and updated technology in the "Michael Jackson ONE" show.

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Filmmaker Jared J. Snow will premiere his award-winning documentary "You Look Fine" at Greenbelt Cinema on Sept. 3 to raise awareness about the often-invisible symptoms of chronic illnesses like sickle cell disease.

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Black museum leaders gathered at the 48th annual Association of African American Museums conference in Philadelphia to discuss strategies for achieving financial independence and securing resources amid uncertain federal funding.

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D.C. Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb announced a multistate settlement with Meta Platforms Inc. that will provide millions of dollars for youth mental health programs and implement strict new safety features for teenagers using Instagram and Facebook.

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Target issued a formal apology and removed a controversial $25 Halloween costume from its inventory after facing widespread backlash for imagery resembling historical Blackface minstrelsy.

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Rev. Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. argues that a double standard exists in corporate America, where white executives are often excused for failures while leaders of color like Patrick James face disproportionate criminalization and vilification.

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Several community events, ranging from cultural festivals and historical baseball celebrations to comedy shows and interactive games, are scheduled to take place across the DMV area during the final weekend of August.

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