House Passes SAVE Act, Raising Questions for Gulf Coast Communities By Takeira Nettles The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the SAVE Act, a bill that would require proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections, prompting renewed debate over voting access and election security across the country. The legislation, formally known as […]
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Public Health Under Scrutiny in Pensacola Amid Rising STDs By Takeira S. Nettles Pensacola health officials and law enforcement are confronting intersecting challenges related to sexual health in the community as sexually transmitted infections continue to be reported at elevated levels and a local police officer faces criminal charges linked to nondisclosure of his HIV […]
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Jermaine J. Williams: A Community Voice in Pensacola Jermaine J. Williams, a lifelong resident of Pensacola, brings a background in behavioral health and community advocacy to his campaign for mayor. His public profile highlights work in mental health support, addiction recovery, and neighborhood engagement, emphasizing programs and initiatives that strengthen community ties. Williams grew up […]
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How DEI Shifts Are Impacting Black Communities by Takeira Nettles Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives that expanded across workplaces and universities in recent years are facing significant changes, affecting Black Americans and other historically underrepresented groups, according to advocates and researchers. Federal policy shifts under the Trump administration have restricted or rescinded a range […]
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