ALG's Papa Dia and two state senators, one Democrat and one Republican, explain why they have signed on as early supporters of a proposed ballot initiative that would provide funding for families to choose from a menu of approved out-of-school learning providers, including tutoring in reading, math, science, and writing, extra services for special needs students, and career and technical education-training programs.

The pandemic might keep us physically apart for a little while longer, but spiritually we remain bound together. That face was made clear yet again when the African Leadership Group conducted a high-spirited virtual celebration of International Women’s Day on Saturday March 6.

Reflecting on this past year, it has been tough for me and my family. It was hard working and trying to navigate my son's online school.

After a chance meeting with a stranger, I began to ponder if this principle is one we could apply to our mental wellness. Having bumped into Maegan Yoder, a licensed mental health nurse in...

I challenge my fellow immigrants to develop an understanding of oppression that Black Americans face in this country. I believe it starts with education.