By Esther Claudette Gittens | Photo by A.I The claim that Black people follow God’s rules more than White people is not merely a provocative statement but one that finds considerable support in historical data, sociological studies, and the lived religious experiences of Black Americans. While it is essential to approach such a conclusion with […]
By Equity Smart Realty, Inc Deadline Change The last day for property owners to remove their properties from the lien sale is now June 2, instead of the previously scheduled deadline of May 19. Understand the Lien Sale Process A tax lien sale occurs when the city sells the right to collect unpaid property taxes, water […]
By Sunita Sohrabji, ACOM The House of Representatives is expected to vote on a measure next week that would slash the Medicaid budget by $880 billion, essentially gutting the program. Late night May 11 House Republicans released the text of a plan that would strip $880 billion from Medicaid, leaving at least 13.7 million people […]
By Chris Tobias In May 2025, the Trump administration granted refugee status to 59 white South Africans, primarily Afrikaners, citing claims of racial persecution and violence in South Africa. This decision has sparked significant controversy, with critics questioning the validity of the persecution claims and the motivations behind the policy. Background: The Refugee Admissions Pause […]
By Harvey Robins, CITY LIMITS “As the race for who will be the next mayor takes shape, the city lies at the intersection of vast private wealth and public squalor. We need to hear who among the candidates has a new vision and narrative for our city’s future.” It was only five years ago, as […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens “Who am I?” It’s a question as ancient as human consciousness and as fresh as a teenager’s diary. We ask it in moments of quiet reflection and during chaotic change. Are we simply the sum of our genetics, our choices, our upbringing, our jobs, our gender? Or is there something deeper, […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. For Green Card holders who are entrepreneurs, entertainers, or professionals with international commitments, the path to U.S. citizenship involves unique challenges. Frequent travel and extended stays abroad can complicate the naturalization process, particularly concerning residency requirements and tax obligations. This guide provides a detailed roadmap to help such individuals understand and […]
By Jean Lantz Reisz, THE CONVERSATION For more than 150 years, almost all people who were born within U.S. territory automatically received citizenship – regardless of their parents’ immigration status. President Donald Trump’s January 2025 executive order on birthright citizenship – stating that children born in the U.S. to parents who are not in the country legally, or who […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates Website: www.askthelawyer.us The dream of building a successful business often intertwines with the hope of creating a legacy, a venture that not only provides financial security but also involves and benefits the family. However, for many entrepreneurs, this idyllic vision can sour when faced […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates Website: www.askthelawyer.us Owning a business is often romanticized as the path to financial freedom and generational wealth. But for many entrepreneurs, the reality is far more complicated—especially when family members or a spouse benefit financially from the business while offering little or no support […]