Black church in Mississippi set on fire with ‘Vote Trump’ spray-painted on side in suspected hate crime

BY SARAH GROCHOWSKI Article Reprint A black church in Mississippi was set on fire and the words “Vote Trump” were spray-painted on the building’s side, and authorities are investigating the acts as hate crimes, officials said.

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Video Extra #4 >>> Chicago’s Murder Rate Hits Deadly Milestone

Chicago’s Murder Rate Hits Deadly Milestone Watch More Videos: Go to Video Links Category or Subscribe to Black Truth News You tube Page

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To black activists, transportation justice matters

African-Americans disproportionately face challenges when it comes to transportation access, costs, and safety. By John Greenfield Article Reprint   When it comes to improving Chicago transportation, city officials and advocates often focus on infrastructure, reasoning

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American Airlines Plane Catches Fire on Chicago O’Hare Runaway

BTN STAFF A scary scene occurred in Chicago yesterday at Chicago O’Hare airport. An American Airline Boeing 767 plane caught fire in an attempted takeoff on Friday. The plane had 161 passengers and 9 crew

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Chicago Legendary Radio Personality Herb Kent Dies at the Age of 88

BTN STAFF Chicago radio will never be the same after the passing of iconic disc jockey/radio host Herb Kent. Many generations of listeners have been entertain by the “Cool Gent” and silky smooth voice. Herb

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For the First Time in 71 Years…The Cubs Are Going to the World Series!

BTN STAFF The pain and suffering is over for Chicago Cubs fans. After defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-0 in the National League Championship Series; the Cubs are heading to the World Series. The victory

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WDB Young Entrepreneur Award: $5,000 in Prizes

Thursday, November 10th WHY ATTEND?  This event is BIGGER THAN WDB It is about us connecting our networks!  ENJOY Live Interviews from the Media Complimentary Food from Top Restaurants Connecting with Community Leaders, Political Figures,

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Chicago Public Schools Screening Process Discriminated Against Black Candidates

Chicago Public Schools has admitted a teacher screening process used since 2012 discriminated against black and Latino applicants. The process blocked many applicants of color from even getting interviews. By Sarah Karp Article Submission The district

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