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Study says race effects treatment of children with autism
A study published in the July 2013 issue of Pediatrics, published online in June, compares treatment methods and services provided to children diagnosed with autism and found that Black children diagnosed with autism receive less treatment than white children
Maysles Cinema to host several film screenings to promote discussion in community
Documentary In Bloom is presenting its documentary called “Homegoings” as part of a series of films. The series curated by Livia Bloom will be shown at Maysles Cinema on 343 Lenox Avenue from June 24 to July 10.
African-American Funeral Documentary, 'Homegoings' to screen at the Apollo
This Friday, June 21st, from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m., the Apollo Theater is scheduled to hold a screening of 'Homegoings', a documentary that follows Harlem funeral director, Isaiah Owens and journeys African-American traditions.
Summer Heat Brings Crime To The Street!
Is the pre summer heat bringing out the worst in people? That is what the community is saying in light of a recent shootout in Brooklyn that left an 11-year-old girl paralyzed.
Falsely Accused Football Star Gets Second Chance
In 2002 Brian Banks was falsely accused of raping a fellow high school classmate, Wanetta Gibson, at Long Beach Polytechnic. Banks, who was a rising football star, was convicted, lost college athletic scholarships and spent five years behind bars.
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