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A magnitude 4.4 earthquake rumbled underneath Los Angeles on Monday, less than a week after a bigger one jolted much of Southern California. The U.S. Geological Survey placed the epicenter of Monday’s quake near the Highland Park neighborhood in the city’s northeast and three miles from Pasadena, California, site of the New Year’s Day Rose Parade. The tremor, which struck about 12:20 p.m. PT, was felt as far north as Bakersfield, California, and further south in San Diego, both more than 100 miles from Los Angeles. “No significant infra/structure damage or injuries have been noted within the city”, the Los Angeles Fire Department said after…

The founder now owns her building that will continue to provide a communal space for Philadelphia. Harriett’s Bookshop, a Black-owned business named after Harriet Tubman, has found its permanent home in Philadelphia. The store’s founder, Jeanine A. Cook, spoke of the journey to becoming a business owner and one who owns her property. Cook opened the shop in 2020 and began trying to purchase the building it’s housed in two years later. However, it was not until Aug. 6 that Cook became the owner of 258 E. Girard Ave. The four-story building in the Fishtown District was a communal investment, with Cook…

Allies are those who will advocate for your rights and position. But what all Black women need is an army of accomplices who willingly get in the trenches to fight alongside you. As a voluntary spokesperson for the International Black Women’s Delegation, I am taking this opportunity to share with you that we are exhausted from always having to be everything for everybody. And yet, once again, we are ready to show up and show out, donning our Superwoman capes in an effort to stand for humanity and justice in the 2024 elections. Being a Black woman has never been…

Co-founders Andre Grundy, David Kinloch, and Justin Wages sold out of the first shipment of bottles just five weeks after launching Don Luchi. Three friends are behind the newest Black-owned prosecco brand on the market. Co-founders Andre Grundy, David Kinloch, and Justin Wages sold out of the first shipment of bottles just five weeks after launching Don Luchi. Luckily, there’s more on the way. It’s been an incredible journey for the group of friends who wanted to shake up the wine and spirits industry with a Black-owned brand. They officially launched Don Luchi in June 2024, but sparkling wine was not the…

Whether you oversee a large Black-owned facility or a smaller warehouse, the safety of your pallet racking system should always be a priority. Neglecting the racking can lead to some severe consequences—like an abrupt collapse. This can result in serious injuries, damaged products, and costly downtime. To ensure that your pallet racking system is safe and secure, you need to be aware of the warning signs of failure. How do you know if your pallet racking is about to fail? Here are some indicators to watch out for. Bowing or Deflection Have you noticed any bowing or deflection in your…

Creating a safe workplace is more important than just following laws and regulations. It protects employees and enhances their satisfaction and productivity. Ensuring safety at work fosters a positive environment where employees can thrive without fear of injury or illness. If you’re looking to enhance your employees’ peace of mind, browse essential strategies employers can use to mitigate risks and create a safer workplace. Conduct Regular Risk Assessments Regular risk assessments help identify potential hazards in the workplace. These assessments help employers understand present risks and take appropriate measures to mitigate them. Businesses should conduct risk assessments periodically and whenever…

Three friends from The Bronx are behind the hard-to-find “bop tarts” in Target stores nationwide.  Jon Gray, Pierre Serrao, and Lester Walker created Ghetto Gastro, the brand behind the toaster pastries and pancake and waffle mix found in a black box in Target’s pastry section. “Bop Tarts” stands for Black-owned pastries, according to Ghetto Gastro’s TikTok. At the heart of their brand is their home. The co-founders describe The Bronx as a muse and driver of global culture. “It’s where Caribbean, Latin, Asian and African cultures seamlessly thrive together, often creating new flavors of their own -– including us,” a statement from the co-founders reads on…

The release of the new report kicks off the 2023 L’ATTITUDE Conference in Miami, Florida, creating a national platform for deeper analysis and discussion by top U.S. Latino business leaders about The New Mainstream Economy MIAMI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Latino Donor Collaborative (LDC), a nonprofit organization and think tank dedicated to producing research that highlights economic opportunities for growth, has released its highly anticipated 2023 Official LDC U.S. Latino GDP Report, available for download. The report, now in its sixth edition, provides a trove of new data and insights about the U.S. Latino cohort: how the country’s fastest growing population is fundamentally reshaping the U.S. economy through…

The League of United Latin American Citizens broke its nearly century-old political tradition of neutrality in presidential elections. The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) broke with its nearly century-old political tradition of neutrality in presidential elections. It endorsed the Harris/Walz ticket via a statement released on Aug. 9. According to The Hill, the group is also expected to appear at an Aug. 10 campaign rally in Las Vegas. The endorsement follows LULAC’s report slamming Project 2025, which has been tied to Republican Party nominee Donald Trump, which they criticized for its “disproportionately” negative impact on Latinx Americans. LULAC’s report outlines 10…

he Delta Regional Authority and the U.S. Economic Development Administration awarded Higher Purpose Co. a $2.2 million grant. The Delta Regional Authority and the U.S. Economic Development Administration has received a $2.2 million grant to Higher Purpose Co., a Black-owned nonprofit in Mississippi that enhances the financial, physical, and cultural well-being of Mississippi Residents. The money will be used to develop the Higher Purpose Hub in Clarksdale “We are honored to receive this significant grant from the Delta Regional Authority and the Economic Development Administration,” said Dr. Tim Lampkin, founder and CEO of Higher Purpose Co, in a statement. “This funding will advance our…