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Articles from the October 3, 2024 edition


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  • Detroit's Evening of Gospel Music Throwbacks

    Clifton R Kirkman II, Telegram News Reporter|Oct 3, 2024

    Despite the rainy-fall like weather, Detroiters still made their way to Second Ebenezer on Detroit's East Side. Attendees stood in long-lines in great anticipation of "An Evening of Gospel Throwbacks", featuring the choirmaster, Dr. Ricky Dillard. Upon entering the sanctuary, guest were visibly excited to hear the sounds of "Detroit Gospel Journey Choir aka DGJ" and the unique directing skills by the legendary choir master himself. The evening was special in a way that differed from previous...

  • Black Quarterbacks in top position in NFL

    Kellee Jordan, Telegram Multimedia Journalist|Oct 3, 2024

    In the 2024 National Football League (NFL) season, the quarterback position is seeing a historic shift with an increasing number of top-tier Black quarterbacks. Dominating the top two spots at the position, three of the top five quarterbacks and six of the top ten quarter backs are African American/Black lineage. Historically, promising Black quarterbacks were transitioned into running backs and wide receivers. After the ban on Black players in the NFL ended, the quarterback position was the...

  • VP Kamala Harris, CFPB Ramp Up Crackdown on Predatory Medical Debt Collection

    Stacy M. Brown, NNPA National Correspondent|Oct 3, 2024

    The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has intensified its efforts to combat abusive medical debt collection practices, seeking to protect over 100 million Americans burdened by $220 billion in medical debt. Vice President Kamala Harris said she's supporting the action, which targets pervasive problems like inflated prices, double billing, and attempts to collect on fictitious or unverified debts. CFPB Director Rohit Chopra highlighted the rampant problems in medical billing and...

  • IN MEMORIAM: Beloved 'Good Times' Star and Emmy-Nominated Actor, John Amos, Dies at 84

    Oct 3, 2024

    John Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor and pioneering television star who brought to life some of the most beloved characters in entertainment history, has died. He was 84. His son, K.C. Amos, confirmed in a statement that Amos passed away more than a month ago, on August 21, in Los Angeles of natural causes. The younger Amos didn't say why he kept his father's death under wraps for more than a month. "It is with heartfelt sadness that I share with you that my father has transitioned," K.C. said....

  • Black mold is a potential health risk

    Kellee Jordan, Telegram News Multimedia Journalist|Oct 3, 2024

    Black mold is a type of fungus that can appear dark green or black. It is known for growing in damp, warm environments. Recently it has been allegedly found in local libraries and grocery stores. The way black mold invades is moisture. Things like pipes, ventilation systems, refrigerator systems, and floods can be the cause. Old infrastructures, homes and places like libraries and grocery stores are liable for this kind of mold. Areas such as basements, showers and windows commonly grow black...

  • Rail Splitters in the Rock Hall Lincoln Park to Celebrate The MC5's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

    Oct 3, 2024

    On October 12, 2024, the Lincoln Park Historical Museum, the mayor and a cadre of family, friends, fans, and musicians will gather to host an exciting and dynamic rock and roll event from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Memorial Park (3240 Ferris Ave. One block east of Fort Street) in Lincoln Park to celebrate the induction of The MC5 into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. The MC5 began as a raucous teen-aged garage band in the city of Lincoln Park, Michigan in 1965. The 5 developed a...

  • Bullying and Suicide: What is The Connection? October is Bullying Prevention Month

    Mallory Wire, Associate Division Director The Jason Foundation|Oct 3, 2024

    We have all heard the stories of bullied teens taking their own lives. Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for youth ages 10-18. It is also the 5th leading cause of death for children ages 6-12, and, in many cases, bullying can be a catalyst. Studies have shown that bullying aggravates depression and increases suicide risk for both the victim and the perpetrator. When kids who are at risk for suicide because of depression or other mental health issues experience bullying, the results can...