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Photo shows damage of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., following its $14 million renovation. Newly released government records show inspectors documented installation problems, including bubbling and peeling, before anyone was arrested for allegedly vandalizing the pool. (AP Photo)

Despite Trump’s Claim “Vandals Did It,” Records Point to a Botched Reflecting Pool Renovation

by The VOICE News Service August 4, 2026August 4, 2026

Marc Morial, president and CEO of the National Urban League, speaks alongside civil rights leaders, including the Rev. Al Sharpton, during the release of the organization's 50th annual State of Black America report. The report concludes that Black Americans are losing ground in economic opportunity and political representation while calling for renewed investment in civil rights, voting access and Black economic development.

The American Dream Is Slipping Away for Black Americans

by Bonita, Editor-in-Chief August 3, 2026August 3, 2026

Kamala Harris in being suite with microphone in hand.

Harris Tells Democrats to Be ‘Ruthless,’ Calls for Major Political Reforms

by Bonita, Editor-in-Chief August 3, 2026August 3, 2026

A demonstrator holds a sign calling for the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians during a rally supporting Haitian immigrants. The Trump administration is moving to end Haiti's TPS designation, a decision that could require more than 330,000 Haitians who have legally lived and worked in the United States to seek another legal status or leave the country while court challenges continue.

Trump Administration Moves to Force Hundreds of Thousands of Haitians Out of U.S.

by Bonita, Editor-in-Chief July 31, 2026July 31, 2026

Jackson County Legislator Donna Peyton (right) and the Rev. Stan Archie, senior pastor of Christian Fellowship Baptist Church, are helping lead a community effort to educate Missouri Medicaid expansion recipients about new federal work and eligibility requirements that take effect Jan. 1, 2027. Photo courtesy of The Beacon.

New Federal Medicaid Rules Could Catch Thousands of Missourians by Surprise

by Bonita, Editor-in-Chief July 25, 2026July 25, 2026

Image of Dr. Erica Schwartz

The CDC Has Become a Revolving Door. Will This Nominee Change That?

by The VOICE News Service July 22, 2026July 22, 2026

Image of Kevass Harding, president and CEO of HOPE Community Development Corporation

What the New Federal Housing Law Means for Homebuyers, Renters and Communities

by The VOICE News Service July 20, 2026July 20, 2026

Image of A voting sign directs voters outside a polling location. President Donald Trump has removed the Democratic members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, the independent federal agency that supports state election officials by certifying voting systems, maintaining the national voter registration form and distributing election grants. States remain responsible for administering elections.

Trump Removes Democratic Members of Federal Election Commission

by The VOICE News Service July 15, 2026July 15, 2026

Image of Children wait with a parent for a school bus before sunrise in this AI-generated illustration depicting one of the concerns raised by opponents of making daylight saving time permanent. Critics say darker winter mornings could make it more difficult for drivers to see children at bus stops and crosswalks.

House Votes To Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent

by The VOICE News Service July 15, 2026July 15, 2026

Image of prototype of $20 bill featuring Harriet Tubman

Treasury Pauses Tubman Bill as Trump Bill Proposal Emerges

by The VOICE News Service July 14, 2026July 14, 2026

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