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fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Brooke Oliver: Defending Icons, Empowering Communities - San Francisco Bay Times

Brooke Oliver is a key figure in leveraging law for LGBTQ+ rights and cultural empowerment.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

At the Center of It All: The Heart of The Movement - San Francisco Bay Times

Rebecca Rolfe's leadership transformed the SF LGBT Center into a vital community resource over her 22-year tenure.
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 month ago

7 Questions With Mayoral Candidate Dr. Selma Bartholomew

I am running for mayor because it's time to Win Our Children and City Back. We need courageous leadership to speak truth and address... the unchecked spread of weed and drug culture harming our youth.
NYC politics
#civil-rights
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

San Francisco icon Dr. Amos Brown says he's 'repositioning,' not retiring, from Third Baptist Church

Dr. Amos Brown, a key civil rights figure, is honored with a street renaming in San Francisco as he steps aside after 50 years of leadership.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Remembering Hazel Dukes: NYC pols honor life of civil rights icon at Harlem service | amNewYork

Dr. Hazel Dukes was a vital civil rights leader whose legacy of justice and equality continues to inspire others.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Remembering Hazel Dukes: NYC pols honor life of civil rights icon at Harlem service | amNewYork

Dr. Hazel Dukes was a vital civil rights leader whose legacy of justice and equality continues to inspire others.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

'An outright lie:' Fiery Bass delivers impassioned speech demanding ICE leave city

To characterize what is going on in our city as a city of mayhem is just an outright lie. I'm not going to sugarcoat it. I'm going to call it for what it is, which is a lie.
Los Angeles
Non-profit organizations
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Changemakers and moneymakers: Nonprofits meet with funders for community change

Ashley Eubanks Johnson founded The Beauty Initiative to provide menstrual hygiene products to underserved women after witnessing a shocking moment on her commute.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

New Parks Commissioner has strong Brooklyn ties

Iris Rodriguez-Rosa is appointed as the first Latina Commissioner of Parks & Recreation in NYC, reflecting diversity and leadership.
Law
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Jacob Zach Winsett: From Farm Roots to the Courtroom Bench

Jacob Zach Winsett's upbringing on a farm instilled discipline and responsibility, shaping his journey to become a dedicated public servant in the legal field.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Remembering Bill de Carion, founder of Berkeley's Import Tile Co.

Bill de Carion's life epitomized determination, entrepreneurial spirit, and community support, culminating in his influential role in Berkeley's tile and design industry.
East Bay (California)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Colts owner and CEO Jim Irsay dies at 65

"We are devastated to announce our beloved Owner & CEO, Jim Irsay, passed away peacefully in his sleep this afternoon," Colts COO Pete Ward said in a statement released by the team. "Jim's dedication and passion for the Indianapolis Colts in addition to his generosity, commitment to the community, and most importantly, his love for his family were unsurpassed."
Washington Redskins
NYC startup
fromCornell Chronicle
2 months ago

A&S senior honored for work that impacts the community | Cornell Chronicle

Netra Shetty '25 received the 2025 University Relations Campus Community Leadership Award for her impactful work in community health and supporting marginalized groups.
fromNew York Amsterdam News
2 months ago

Brooklyn dispensary, Yerba Buena, honors women entrepreneurs on Earth Day

"Our brand is about intentional, moderate consumption, and giving back to the community. We thought, what better way to commemorate that than by celebrating Earth Day [and] Mother Earth?"
NYC startup
Boston Red Sox
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

David Ortiz endorsed Michelle Wu in Boston mayoral race

David Ortiz endorses Mayor Wu for the 2025 Boston mayoral race, emphasizing community unity and leadership that listens to diverse voices.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 months ago

Here are the top two contenders in San Jose's special election - San Jose Spotlight

Gabby Chavez-Lopez and Anthony Tordillos will face off in a runoff for San Jose City Council, marking a shift in power dynamics.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Annals of immigrant history: Bay Ridge street name honors Irish American activist immigrant, volunteer

"Mary loved this community and the people in it, and she was fearless in demanding the best of the people who served it," said Brannan. "She earned the respect of so many and will be deeply missed."
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

French Muslims decry religious hatred as mosque stabbing suspect arrested

The killing of Aboubakar Cisse inside a mosque has intensified calls among French Muslim leaders for greater action against rising anti-Muslim sentiment, urging the government to prioritize such hate crimes.
France news
fromsilive
3 months ago

Mayor Adams makes surprise visit to JCC during 16th annual Nancy Avis L'Dor V'Dor Awards

Mayor Eric Adams supported the Jewish community at the Nancy Avis L'Dor V'Dor Awards, honoring women's leadership in Staten Island.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

A Conversation With Garret Peck: Balancing Leadership, Community, and Family with Purpose

Growing up in Pennsylvania, I was always fascinated by how things moved—how products got from one place to another, how businesses ran behind the scenes. My curiosity about this process only grew stronger when I went to college.
Mental health
fromPadailypost
3 months ago

Linda Ann Teutschel

Linda Teutschel was a distinguished community leader and dedicated volunteer whose contributions significantly impacted the San Carlos area.
frombrooklyneagle.com
3 months ago

11 female non-judicial employees illuminated for Women's History Month

Hon. Joanne D. Quinones stated, 'Every year, we recognize people who we feel embody that year's National Women's History Month theme... we felt that these 11 women encompassed that wholeheartedly.'
NYC LGBT
fromAustin Monitor
4 months ago

Council members celebrate unanimous defeat of bill that proposed putting Austin under state control - Austin Monitor

"Our message is loud and clear: local leaders are best equipped to address local needs. The overwhelming rebuke from the state Legislature against the creation of the District of Austin is appreciated," Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes said.
NYC politics
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

He died from a stabbing a decade ago. Now, his sister is using his legacy to help Toronto youth | CBC News

Arsema Berhane honors her brother Nashom by establishing a scholarship for marginalized youth, now approaching a decade of impactful support.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Adrienne Adams, N.Y.C. Council Speaker, Attacks Trump Ahead of Potential Mayoral Bid

Adrienne Adams's State of the City address reflects her potential mayoral candidacy and emphasizes collaborative leadership amid the city's political landscape.
fromMiami Herald
5 months ago

Community leader and visionary, 'Mister Coral Gables' Mark Trowbridge has died at 56

"He was a great connector, and he saw himself as the connector of people in Coral Gables and throughout the community," Sarah Artecona, Trowbridge's longtime friend.
Miami
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
5 months ago

Donna's Chronicles, "As promised, this is your resource for all things Imperial..." - San Francisco Bay Times

The Imperial Court of San Francisco, founded in the 1960s, unites the community through annual elections of an Empress and Emperor, establishing charitable traditions.
SF politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
9 months ago

Speaking at church, State Sen. Myrie discusses advocacy for NYCHA residents

Sen. Myrie is focused on improving NYCHA conditions and addressing homelessness, highlighting accountability for community leaders.
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