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AfroLA covers greater Los Angeles through the lens of the Black community.
https://afrolanews.org/
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Los Angeles deserves a newsroom that reflects and represents its Black and Brown communities, not one that overlooks them. AfroLA exists to do just that. Through Nov. 15, we are fundraising so that we can continue to do impactful community-driven work.
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Investing in Impact campaign
AfroLA is a community-powered news media organization rooted in Los Angeles. We exist to reflect and represent the city’s Black and other marginalized communities, telling the stories too often…
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Yesterday’s news of layoffs at
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If life life'd too much to get your early ballot in, here's where you can go vote today
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More culturally competent parenting programs could help keep kids out of foster care. The programs exist. But a thick layer of bureaucracy keeps them out of reach of the funding to help them have a true effect. Make it make sense...
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How a federal foster care law is failing its promise to keep families together
Federal and state administrative burdens have limited the number of culturally relevant programs states can fund for families of color.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/11/how-a-federal-foster-care-law-is-failing-its-promise-to-keep-families-together/
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AfroLA’s Elizabeth Moss advises reporters to think about the social justice issues surrounding domestic violence. This video was produced in collaboration with Blue Shield of California Foundation's Journalist Playbook.
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📹 : William Jenkins
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Trauma-informed tip: How do social justice issues relate to domestic violence?
AfroLA’s health equity reporter, Elizabeth Moss, dives deep into the intersection of social justice and domestic violence in her reporting. For the latest trauma-informed reporting tip video,…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTizEqnF9QE
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For AfroLA’s reporter Eliza Partika building trust with local communities starts with showing up:
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These tips are possible through AfroLA’s partnership with Blue Shield of California Foundation's Journalist Playbook. 📹 @William Jenkins
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Empathy first: Eliza Partika’s approach to reporting on L.A.’s communities
How do journalists build trust while reporting on local communities? For AfroLA’s health and justice reporter Eliza Partika, it starts with showing up, talking to community members, and listening…
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Black stories deserve more than clickbait. Like AfroLA's Ural Garrett shares in the video below, we go against the grain. No fluff. No corporate influence. Just fearless storytelling rooted in community.
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💸 Donate to AfroLA today:
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Invest in Impact: Support AfroLA’s $50k Campaign for Community Journalism in Los Angeles
AfroLA is raising $50,000 to expand community centered journalism in Los Angeles. Your support fuels stories that represent Black communities, deepen engagement, and create opportunities for the next…
https://givebutter.com/investmentinimpact
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AfroLA's Eliza Partika covers the stories of DV survivors through trauma-informed reporting. We’ve teamed up with the Blue Shield of California Foundation to share tips inspired by their Journalist Playbook.
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How to Practice Trauma-Informed Reporting from AfroLA's Eliza Partika #communityjournalism
At AfroLA, health reporter Eliza Partika and others report the stories of DV survivors using trauma-informed practices. We are bringing you tips to help you use trauma-informed, too, in collaboration…
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AfroLA partnered with Blue Shield of California Foundation’s Journalist Playbook to give you a few tips on how to practice trauma-informed reporting. These tips will help your sources feel safe and secure as you’re telling their story. What tip resonated with you?
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Four Tips For Interviewing Trauma Survivors
Want to learn how to be trauma-informed? Elizabeth Moss has you covered. At AfroLA, we partnered with Blue Shield of California Foundation's Journalist Playbook to give you a few tips on how to…
https://youtube.com/shorts/P4TLA_lM4dA?si=UOXtIbcmC2fVoqJf
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“A broker can literally make the difference between something escalating into a removal.” — Melissa Lloyd, Sacramento CPS deputy director. The Cultural Broker Program has kept 90% of referred families together — but now faces uncertain federal funding. Read more:
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Federal funding uncertain for a program that keeps Black kids out of foster care
Sacramento County child welfare officials say the cultural broker model is worth the expense. Those who control program dollars want them to prove it.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/10/federal-funding-uncertain-for-a-program-that-keeps-black-kids-out-of-foster-care/
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FIfty-nine years ago today, two college students, Huey P. Newton and Bobby Seale, founded the Black Panther Party for Self-Defense in Oakland, California. AfroLA’s Armon Owlia spoke with historian Ryan Jones and writer David F. Walker about the Panthers’ true legacy, beyond the myths.
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The Trigger: The Black Panthers and the price of self-defense
Two experts on the Black Panther Party reveal how the Black-led movement turned protest into a fight for real power.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/10/the-trigger-the-black-panthers-and-the-price-of-self-defense/
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Dashiell Sparks, a local high school student & AfroLA's summer youth mental health intern, spoke with Black Millennials and Gen Zers from a variety of wellness organizations about why discussing mental health is so important.
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Black youth break silence around unique mental health barriers
A new generation of leaders are pushing back against the historical neglect of mental health care for the Black community.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/10/black-youth-break-silence-around-unique-mental-health-barriers/
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How we have referred to the events following Oct. 7, 2023 has gradually shifted — Israel- Hamas War, War in Gaza, War on Gaza, humanitarian crisis, genocide.
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Coming Soon: The Black Sabbath Podcast
How we have referred to the events following Oct. 7, 2023 has gradually shifted — Israel-Hamas War, War in Gaza, War on Gaza, humanitarian crisis, genocide. For Americans, it’s a war happening on…
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Coverage That Matters: Black immigrant women face unique challenges in getting the health care they need. AfroLA’s reporting exposes the gaps, and lifts up the urgent need for solutions. Full story →
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Los Angeles deserves a newsroom that reflects and represents its Black and Brown communities, not one that overlooks them. AfroLA exists to do just that. Through Nov. 15, we are fundraising so that we can continue to do impactful community-driven work.
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Investing in Impact campaign
AfroLA is a community-powered news media organization rooted in Los Angeles. We exist to reflect and represent the city’s Black and other marginalized communities, telling the stories too often…
https://youtu.be/6NF6uxGwIn4?si=fQ3nyDI_1UsfqCSS
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LGBTQ+ focused groups like the Youth Pride Association and the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline have given young people a safety net. But freedoms and services are slowly disappearing with the Trump Administration's crackdown on existing LGBTQ+ resources.
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Lost services push LGBTQ+ teens to seek help and community online
Digital communities are providing a vital lifeline and sense of belonging following the recent elimination of key federal support services for LGBTQ+ youth.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/09/lost-services-push-lgbtq-teens-to-seek-help-and-community-online/
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We’re not asking for charity. We’re inviting you to make an Investment in Impact. Every gift fuels AfroLA’s work: representation, solutions, and sustainable community-powered news. Join us →
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In January, Joanne McLaughlin was planning a block party to celebrate the 100th anniversary of her historic Altadena home before it burned in the Eaton Fire. “The fire took that all away from us.” she said.
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Altadena homeowners unite to preserve neighborhood's cottages and character after Eaton Fire
Neighbors who lost their charming Janes Village cottages are leveraging collective power to recreate the unique character of their beloved community through pre-approved designs and vetted…
https://afrolanews.org/2025/09/altadena-homeowners-unite-to-preserve-neighborhoods-cottages-and-character-after-eaton-fire/
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Danielle Valdes had just finished remodeling her kitchen and building a backyard patio when the Eaton Fire destroyed her family's West Altadena home in January. In the blink of an eye, the Valdeses lost their multigenerational home and home-based event business.
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An already overwhelmed shelter system struggles to house wildfire survivors, nonprofits fill in the gaps
A network of community organizations and nonprofits provided housing for people displaced by L.A.'s wildfires as red tape stalled county providers.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/09/as-already-overwhelmed-shelter-system-struggles-to-house-wildfire-survivors-nonprofits-fill-in-the-gaps/
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“Black women are the canaries in the coal mine, the exclusion happens to them first ... And if any other cohort thinks it’s not coming for them, they’re wrong. This is a warning, and it’s a stark one."
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In Los Angeles, there are about 20,000 youth in the foster care system, most of them Black and Latine. L.A. foster youth often endure trauma --- neglect, abandonment or abuse. More than half have chronic health conditions. A new program offers a way forward.
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You Belong: YMCA, DCFS program provides stability, services for foster care youth who “age out”
The You Belong Foster Youth Initiative that provides free YMCA memberships, mentorship and support for transitioning into adulthood.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/08/you-belong-ymca-dcfs-program-foster-care-youth/
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Why would a Black artist move from Nashville, a well-established music industry city in the South, to L.A.? AfroLA's William Jenkins talked to three artists about their move from the south to west coast, and how it impacted their growth.
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Musical migration: Artists lean on their Southern roots to grow and create in L.A.
”Their Southern roots shine, and leave a mark on Los Angeles.” We highlight three musicians whose move to L.A. impacted their growth as artists.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/08/musical-migration-artists-lean-on-their-southern-roots-to-grow-and-create-in-l-a/
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Stephanie Maynetto-Jackson's son was in preschool at Buchanan Street Elementary in Highland Park when she got involved with their schoolyard greening project.
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LAUSD is sitting on millions in state funding for greening schools. Why are projects stalled for years?
LAUSD's commitment to greening at least 30% of all its schools by 2035 has become a battle over power and resources.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/08/lausd-has-millions-but-delays-greening-schools/
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Raise your hand if you LOVE buying from Black businesses in Los Angeles. 🙋🏾♂️ 🙋🏿♀️ Well, we need YOUR help. We're currently giving our Black business directory Buy Black LA a major GLOW UP ✨. 📸 William Jenkins
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While classical music remains predominately white, the Alliance of Black Orchestral Percussionists (ABOP) is taking more Black percussionists under its wing.
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New generation of Black percussionists takes center stage
One organization is taking bold steps to change the face of orchestra pits across America – providing young Black percussionists with training, instruments, and life skills they need for success in…
https://afrolanews.org/2025/08/l-a-orchestral-programs-teaches-black-youth-more-than-music/
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In a time when federal funding for domestic violence services are being cut by the Trump administration, the Call for Change helpline allows callers to be honest about harm in relationships.
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Helpline provides counseling to address – and prevent – relationship violence
An anonymous helpline provides an alternative to policing and imprisonment to break cycles of domestic violence.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/07/helpline-provides-counseling-to-address-and-prevent-relationship-violence/
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Conversations around immigration, especially in Los Angeles, have long centered on Latine communities. But Black communities aren’t outsiders to the immigration struggle — they are central to it.
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Black immigrants navigate dual Identities and erasure as ICE crackdowns continue
Conversations around immigration, especially in Los Angeles, have long centered on Latine communities. But Black communities aren’t outsiders to the immigration struggle — they are central to it.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/07/black-immigrants-navigate-dual-identities-and-erasure-as-ice-crackdowns-continue/
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When CSU Fullerton student Jose found out that his mom and her friend were taken by ICE agents, he headed straight to L.A. “When I got there, she wasn’t there,” Jose said. Three ICE agents detained two street vendors, including his mom. She and her friend were selling pupusas and tamales.
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ICE raids targeting street vendors in L.A. spark fear and solidarity in immigrant communities
As the Trump Administration ramps up its immigration crackdown, Los Angeles has emerged as a flashpoint, with ICE arrests surging to record highs and sparking widespread outrage, solidarity, and…
https://afrolanews.org/2025/07/ice-raids-targeting-street-vendors-in-l-a-spark-fear-and-solidarity-in-immigrant-communities/
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How does an 83-year-old Eaton wildfire survivor rebuild her life? Alice McFerguson is figuring that out right now. An Altadena homeowner who lost everything, she said her church, Holy Assembly Church of God in Christ in Pasadena is keeping her feeling secure.
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‘We are not moving on’ – How a Pasadena church is helping one senior through wildfire recovery
As wildfire relief efforts wane across Los Angeles, churches remain as a trusted fixture for some within the Black community to help navigate recovery long term.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/07/we-are-not-moving-on-how-a-pasadena-church-is-helping-one-senior-through-wildfire-recovery/
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Educators like L.A.-raised Miles Goodloe believe that college is still worth the investment. He’s ensuring that young people know about finances so that they can attend college with accruing as little debt as possible. Watch our latest Take 5 video on
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As temperatures rise this summer, small businesses have a problem that they want to solve: How do we keep our costs low while ensuring customers and staff stay safe from the heat? That's where L.A.-based nonprofit The Center by Lendistry comes in.
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An L.A. nonprofit makes the case for small businesses to invest in climate resiliency - AfroLA
As the climate crisis intensifies, small business owners are struggling to stay afloat amidst rising costs and uncertainty - but a new initiative is helping them discover eco-friendly strategies that…
https://afrolanews.org/2025/06/l-a-wildfires-small-businesses-to-invest-in-climate-resiliency/
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On June 22, AfroLA brought home 7 out of 10 overall nominations from the Los Angeles Press Club’s SoCal Journalism Awards. (See the full list of our nominations and wins below.)
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Our next guest in our Instagram Live series spotlighting Afro-Latine children’s book authors is Tamika Burgess. Tamika is an award-winning middle-grade author whose works include Sincerely Sicily and Danilo Was Here.
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Kawther Musa got a call that changed everything from her. It was from a diabetic pregnant woman who was repeatedly denied Medicaid. Her condition was deteriorating.
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📸 by: Deeqo Warsame for AfroLA
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Are you ready for to meet another amazing Afro-Latine children's book author through our Instagram Live series? AfroLA Communities reporter Marina Peña will be chatting with Afro-Dominican children's book author Luz Maria Mack on Instagram Live (@afrolanews) June 22 at 1:00 pm PST.
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How are Angelenos tackling the process of rebuilding their homes effectively and efficiently after the Eaton Fire in January?
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How are Angelenos tackling the process of rebuilding their homes effectively and efficiently after the Eaton Fire in January?
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How are Angelenos tackling the process of rebuilding their homes effectively and efficiently after the Eaton Fire in January?
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Finding routine and balance has been difficult for many displaced Eaton Fire survivors like 22-year-old Seamus Bozeman. “ It's just hard to find motivation to get outta the house and do stuff now,” said Bozeman, who is living in temporary housing with his mother and 10-year old sister.
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Our Spring Into Action: Unapologetically Black & Blooming Campaign is in full swing. Are you a fan of our news articles and social media content? It’s the perfect time to show your appreciation by giving us some donation love.
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Spring Into Action Donation Campaign
Are you a fan of our news articles and social media content? It’s the perfect time to show your appreciation by giving us some donation love. For as little a...
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In recent days, you’ve probably seen “looking back” pieces and retrospectives on how things have changed, and not changed, since the murder of George Floyd by police on May 25, 2020. But looking backward only gets us so far. Galvanizing change comes from education, awareness, and ultimately, action.
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Can Los Angeles keep its promise to hold a ‘no-build’ Olympic Games that won’t displace vulnerable residents? The answer is up in the air. Some people think history may repeat itself.
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2028 Olympics: L.A.’s ‘no-build’ promise faces housing crisis reality
As Los Angeles prepares for the 2028 Olympics, past displacement during mega-events raises questions about the city's promise that a ‘no-build’ Games won't affect housing stability.
https://afrolanews.org/2025/05/2028-olympics-l-a-s-no-build-promise-faces-housing-crisis-reality/
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What's your favorite children's book? Racial and ethnic representation in books has come a long way. Not only are the children's book authors more racially/ethnically diverse, the characters are too.
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AfroLA Presents Children's Book Authors Instagram Live Series
AfroLA has a new Instagram Live series featuring children’s book authors who highlight Afro Latine characters. Tune in on our account, @afrolanews, for a cha...
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Our next guest in our Instagram Live series spotlighting Afro Latine children’s book authors is Jasminne Mendez. Jasminne is an award-winning author. Afro LA Communities reporter Marina Peña will be chatting with Jasminne on Instagram Live (@afrolanews) May 23 at 1:00 pm PST.
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Luke Morris
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Dang! Look at
@afrolanews.bsky.social
making up 60% of the field for best Solutions Journalism piece for the L.A. Press Club awards!
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Since the January wildfires in Los Angeles and the inauguration of Donald Trump, more people have become aware of science-fiction writer Octavia Butler's two Parable books.
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Reading Octavia Butler in a time of change - AfroLA
With her groundbreaking work, Octavia Butler envisioned a dystopian future that is now eerily familiar, offering a powerful warning and a call to action for readers to work towards a better tomorrow,…
https://afrolanews.org/2025/05/reading-octavia-butler-in-a-time-of-change/
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Dance parties. Sewing circles. Gardening. These are just a few activities that Central City Neighborhood Partners (CCNP) community center offers Westlake residents.
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Our next guest in our Instagram Live series spotlighting Afro Latine children’s book authors is Yesenia Moises. She is the author and illustrator of Stella’s Stellar Hair, a celebration of Afro-Latine identity, culture, and natural hair, as well as her new book Sounds Like Joy.
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For months, we’ve been producing quality coverage around the environmental impacts, human toll and what happens next in Altadena after the Eaton Fire.
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Giving our community partners their flowers
We couldn’t have covered the Eaton Fire without the help of a village.
https://medium.com/@afrolanews/giving-our-community-partners-their-flowers-5d7b9542fc1c
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On May 5, 2023, the World Health Organization declared the end of the COVID-19 global health emergency, and a week later, then President Joe Biden and the U.S. Congress declared the end of the national emergency.
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On April 16, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy called autistic kids severely impaired, claimed autism was preventable, and said most autistic people could never contribute to society.
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Autism was never the threat. The narrative was.
RFK’s speech about an “autism epidemic” echoed a decades-old script – written by medicine, media, nonprofits and state power – where fear passed for science, myth became law, and autistic lives…
https://afrolanews.org/2025/05/autism-was-never-the-threat-the-narrative-was/
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