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Since the Nov 2025 recall due to listeria, more Pecorino Romano products and states were added and the recall level heightened to Class I, with a reasonable probability that the use of, or exposure to, will cause serious health consequences or DEATH.
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FDA Expands Cheese Recall Affecting 20 States, FDA Warns Consumption Could Cause Death
The FDA reclassified the recall as Class I on Jan. 6, nearly two months after first classifying the recall
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January 14, 2026 at 3:34 AM
The iconic Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, 55, is set to mark yet another big career achievement this spring, as she announced she’ll be kicking off her first-ever residency at Dolby Live inside The Park MGM. #BlackskyNews
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Beloved Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, 55, Announces First-Ever Las Vegas Residency
The Grammy-winning music artist is set to perform ten shows, kicking off this spring.
parade.com
January 13, 2026 at 11:22 PM
The Grammy-nominated musician died at his home in Chilmark, Massachusetts, on Jan. 12. A cause of death has not yet been determined.
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www.complex.com/music/a/trey...
Fugees Collaborator John Forté Dies At 50 Years Old
Fugees collaborator John Forté has passed away at 50 year...
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January 13, 2026 at 11:01 PM
The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority celebrates Civil Rights Pioneer Claudette Colvin each September 5th by offering free rides to the public on all RTA buses, streetcars and ferries in celebration of Claudette Colvin Day.

Rosa Parks is similarly honored on her Feb. 4 birthday. #BlackskyNews
January 13, 2026 at 10:40 PM
One of the Black girls moved toward the rear when asked, a police report said, but the other refused and was arrested. Her name was Claudette Colvin. She was 15 at the time.

At 86, after a life well lived, she has now passed on. #BlackskyNews

www.wsbtv.com/news/claudet...
Claudette Colvin, who refused to move seats on a bus at start of civil rights movement, dies at 86
Civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin has died
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January 13, 2026 at 10:25 PM
[ via @shaderoom IG ]

50Cent continues to expand NW Louisiana commercial investment footprint. #BlackskyNews
January 13, 2026 at 6:55 PM
“We believe the study findings will contribute to dismantling barriers surrounding higher education and perceptions of HBCUs and build bridges between schools, communities, and HBCUs to enhance college access for all K-12 students,” said Dr. Tia Dolet
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Over 60% Of High School Students Are Unfamiliar With HBCUs, A UNCF Study Shows - AfroTech
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January 13, 2026 at 5:27 PM
Dennard’s great-great-uncle, Richard B. Lake, was enslaved in the area. When he became free, he purchased land that was part of the Brodess Farm, where Harriet was enslaved. Dennard spent summers on that farm growing up.
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www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...
As Trump targets Black history, a Maryland ranger guards Harriet Tubman’s place in it
Mary Dennard has served as a guardian of Harriet Tubman's history since the 2000s, when residents and later federal and state officials came together to develop a plan for the $21 million Harriet Tubm...
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January 13, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Relaxers and smoothing or straightening products are primarily used by Black women, putting them at higher risk for potential health issues like sensitization reactions, breathing problems, and an increased risk of certain cancers.
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www.allure.com/story/fda-ha...
The FDA Vowed to Ban Formaldehyde From Hair Relaxers by the End of 2025. It Didn’t.
And it gets worse from there.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:14 PM
“The Benedict College Women’s Basketball team extends a heartfelt thank you to A’ja Wilson, multi-time MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, TIME Magazine’s 2025 AOTY, and WNBA All-Star, for blessing our program with her Nike A’One signature shoes,”
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HBCU women's basketball team receives shoe gift from A'ja Wilson
An HBCU women's basketball team in four-time WNBA MVP A'ja Wilson's home state took to social media Monday to express gratitude for her gift.
hbcusports.com
January 12, 2026 at 8:04 PM
[ via Phil Lewis whatimreading.net ]
“Support the Black Press. You can call me fake all you want to, honey. I’ve been doing this a long time.”
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www.whatimreading.net/p/jacksonvil...
What’s missing from the online discourse about the viral Jacksonville Jaguars interview
The Black Press never agreed to conform to the mainstream media’s ideal of “objectivity.”
www.whatimreading.net
January 12, 2026 at 7:54 PM
The temporary restraining order will last for two weeks, during which time the plaintiff states will have the opportunity to seek a preliminary injunction, which would seek to block the freeze for the duration of this lawsuit.
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www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Commu...
Attorney General Ellison wins temporary pause to Trump Administration’s attempt to freeze billions for childcare and support for vulnerable families
Judge issues temporary restraining order pausing Trump Administration’s attempt to freeze $10 billion in critical support for families in five states
www.ag.state.mn.us
January 12, 2026 at 7:08 PM
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Ann Arbor and Washtenaw County are hosting multiple events to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19, 2026.

www.newsminimalist.com/articles/ann...
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January 12, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. week 2026 events and celebrations across America
#BlackHistoryIsAmericanHistory
#MLKDay #MLKWeek #MLK50
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January 12, 2026 at 6:30 PM