Elevating the Dialogue. One Story At A Time.
The prevalence of obesity in the United States has more than doubled in the past three decades, and the African-American community has certainly been affected disproportionally.
But while the alarming statistics are clear, the reasons behind the growing epidemic remain unknown. Could it be that the foods we eat are that much unhealthier than in other cultures? Or is it something deeper? Kallan Louis reports.
Sex and teenagers - a combination that many parents would rather avoid altogether. However, a recent CDC study cites that nearly 1 out of 4 teenage girls has a sexually transmitted disease. Even more disturbing: 1 out of 2 black teenage girls. Brian Robertson has more on the story.
Saving souls with rhymes: that's Hip-Hop artist Dequan King's mission. For over a decade, rap has been the foundation upon which his ministry is built and from the time he was a young child growing up in the small community of Archer, Florida, D.King has known that he was destined to deliver a Christian message through rap music. Listen in on Faren Humes' exclusive interview.
Gainesville has made another big list for top cities - this time its for Black Enterprise Magazine. The magazine's October issue featuers the top 20 best places in the United States to retire and Gaiensville has made the cut.
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