Urban Perspectives with Akbar Pray

Montgomery Mayor Steven L. Reed Honored with 2025 D3 Leadership in Diversity Award by the National Urban League

Mayor Steven L. Reed Receives 2025 D3 Leadership in Diversity Award The National Urban League has announced that Montgomery’s Mayor Steven L. Reed is the esteemed recipient of the 2025 D3 Leadership in Diversity...

16 Greatest Black Animated Series of All Time

The Impact of Black Cartoons and Films on Animation and Culture Updated: May 6, 2025 at 10 AM EST Black cartoons and films have significantly shaped the landscape of animation, offering a vibrant platform for...

Community Insights: East African Elders Unite for Gardening; Ben Santos Becomes First Filipino American Judge in King County Superior Court

The Art of Advocacy: Justice Yu’s Tribute to Ben Santos In the realm of law, few skills are as crucial as the ability to connect with witnesses, particularly the most vulnerable among us: children....

20 U.S. Cities That You’ll Fall in Love With Again

Discovering the Hidden Charms of American Cities: Why Second Visits Matter First impressions can be deceiving, especially when it comes to cities. Many American urban destinations reveal their true charm only after you’ve given...

Book Review: African Urban Echoes, Edited by Jide Salawu and Rasaq Malik

African Urban Echoes: A Poetic Exploration of African Cities Introduction In the heart of Africa, cities pulse with life, complexity, and contradiction. African Urban Echoes is a powerful anthology that captures this vibrancy, showcasing the...

Kenneth Jackson, Writer, Publisher, and Editor of Urban CNY, Passes Away at 67

Remembering Kenneth Jackson: A Legacy of Community Journalism Kenneth Jackson, a stalwart of community journalism in Syracuse, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, at the age of 67. His contributions to the local media...

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