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Pregnant Korean Woman and Unborn Baby Killed in Seattle Shooting

By RANDALL/AsAmNews A pregnant mother and her unborn child both died in what police suspect is a random shooting in Seattle, reports Fox13. The suspect has been...

New York Neighborhood Turns on Its Street Vendors

Private security officers have been deputized as "Peace Officers" and are allowed to issue city fines to local vendors.

How SCOTUS Alabama Decision Impacts Voting Rights

Our panel includes legal experts and activists in the voting rights arena for voters of color and the main plaintiff in the Milligan case, who analyze the rippling effects of this critical decision in the future of voting rights.

The Pain Continues for Children Separated From Their Families at the Border

An estimated 3,800 to 5,500 children were separated from the families at the US-Mexico border under former President Trump. Hundreds remain unaccounted for.

Most Asians Support Affirmative Action, But Not in College

A survey of 7,000 Asian adults found a majority think affirmative action is a good thing but that race should not be used for admission into a university.

Black News Publishers Watchful of Legislative Process as Online News Payment Bill Advances

AB 886, called the California Journalism Preservation Act, would mandate that social media platforms pay a “journalism usage fee” to news organizations for sharing their content.

Can Communities Heal from Hate?

The question takes on new urgency as hate crimes increase between racial and ethnic groups and often within the same racial groups. Speakers share their research as well as lived experiences.

San Gabriel Valley Honors Community Members Taking Action Against Hate

The ceremony, part of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, emphasized the need for greater solidarity and interaction across all ethnic groups to combat hate.

Identifying Lasting COVID-19 Misinformation Within Fil-Am Community

Asian Journal | By sharing the responsibility of identifying and stopping the spread of misleading content, we can collectively fashion an online ecosystem that perpetuates an honest and inclusive view of the world.

Fil-Ams Continue To Have Low Vaccination Rates Among Asian Groups In LA County

Asian Journal | Despite having arguably the highest number of health workers, Filipino Americans rank below other Asian populations in terms of vaccination rates.

New Laws Force Transgender Youth to Flee Red States

Several U.S. states pass laws in a strong push to clip the wings of transgender youth and their families.

How Arab Americans Will Vote in 2024

A poll of Arab American voters shows a liberal bent within the community, with a majority citing deepening political divides as a major concern.

Making Sense of the Debt Ceiling Crisis: Winners and Losers

The world and the U.S. economy are on the line if this country defaults on its debts. Will the resulting budget cuts and spending caps help or hurt the economy? Much more.

The Mouse That Roared – Census Director Rob Santos Meets with Houston Ethnic Media

US Census Bureau Director Rob Santos met with ethnic media in Houston to share how the agency is working to better track the nation's growing diversity.

Black Yogis Share Their Personal Journeys Toward Self, Community Empowerment

Yoga is a multi-billion dollar global industry yet for many Black and brown communities it remains inaccessible. These yogis are working to change that.

What Happens if the US Supreme Court Bans Affirmative Action?

Experts from civil rights and college access organizations explain the impact of the impending legal ruling and discuss alternatives to achieving diversity.

Lawmakers in Northern California Push GOP’s Anti-Trans, Anti-LGBTQ Agenda

Rep. Doug LaMalfa – who represents much of interior Northern California – has long pushed bills to limit funding for, and criminalize, gender reassignment surgery.

New Scams Targeting Immigrants Emerge as Title 42 Ends

Scammers are promising falsely to obtain green cards and special access for new immigrants, says the FTC, warning of new scams.

Black Entrepreneurs and Educators Should Oppose TikTok Ban

A ban on TikTok would harm the many Black entrepreneurs who rely on the platform to generate revenue and expand their businesses.

As Crises Mount, Global Migrants Pay the Price

Our panel of experts discuss and help us understand why there is a migration crisis and what could and should be done about it.

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