Elev8 Health

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Christian organizations around the United States are painting the country pink to show their solidarity in the fight against the disease, which claims 39,000 American women’s lives per year. One such organization is Christians Overcoming Cancer, a nonprofit headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, that is focused on using faith […]

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An annual campaign is now underway to shine light on domestic violence during the month of October. The 4th annual Purple Light Nights Awareness Campaign is now underway throughout northeast Ohio. Cuyahoga County law enforcement and leaders will kick off the 4th annual Purple Light Nights Awareness Campaign with a ceremonial lighting Tuesday, October 4. […]

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An annual campaign is now underway to shine light on domestic violence during the month of October. The 4th annual Purple Light Nights Awareness Campaign is now underway throughout northeast Ohio. Cuyahoga County law enforcement and leaders will kick off the 4th annual Purple Light Nights Awareness Campaign with a ceremonial lighting Tuesday, October 4. […]

National

Sent to death row 20 years ago as a convicted cop killer, Troy Davis was celebrated as “martyr and foot soldier” Saturday by more than 1,000 people who packed the pews at his funeral and pledged to keep fighting the death penalty. Family, activists and supporters who spent years trying to persuade judges and Georgia […]

National

Sent to death row 20 years ago as a convicted cop killer, Troy Davis was celebrated as “martyr and foot soldier” Saturday by more than 1,000 people who packed the pews at his funeral and pledged to keep fighting the death penalty. Family, activists and supporters who spent years trying to persuade judges and Georgia […]

Women's Health

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and according to BlackDoctor.org “African-American females experience higher death rates from breast cancer than any other racial or ethnic group.” This is partially due to African-American women tending to have more aggressive tumors. The fact is not meant to scare you, but it is meant as a wake up […]

Women's Health

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and according to BlackDoctor.org “African-American females experience higher death rates from breast cancer than any other racial or ethnic group.” This is partially due to African-American women tending to have more aggressive tumors. The fact is not meant to scare you, but it is meant as a wake up […]

National

On Oct. 11 at the Sunset Station in San Antonio, the Blackbook Directory and Yearbook will present Black Worship – A Snapshot of Men in Religious Leadership. It’ll be a landmark photo-shoot that will include over 185 invited bishops and pastors from the greater San Antonio area. Some of the most influential African American religious based leaders will come together […]

National

On Oct. 11 at the Sunset Station in San Antonio, the Blackbook Directory and Yearbook will present Black Worship – A Snapshot of Men in Religious Leadership. It’ll be a landmark photo-shoot that will include over 185 invited bishops and pastors from the greater San Antonio area. Some of the most influential African American religious based leaders will come together […]

Elev8 Health

Laila Ali is Fighting Against Kidney Disease Even though she’s not in the boxing ring, Laila is still fighting battles, but with a cause. While she currently co-hosts “Everyday Health” on ABC, the champion athlete has partnered with the American Kidney Fund to promote the “Pair Up” campaign, which increases kidney disease awareness. The national […]

Elev8 Health

Laila Ali is Fighting Against Kidney Disease Even though she’s not in the boxing ring, Laila is still fighting battles, but with a cause. While she currently co-hosts “Everyday Health” on ABC, the champion athlete has partnered with the American Kidney Fund to promote the “Pair Up” campaign, which increases kidney disease awareness. The national […]

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After nearly a week of searching for a missing Richmond Heights businessman, the FBI said they found him safe Sunday night in Ontario, Canada. Authorities said he left on his own free will. The family thanks everyone for their support, love and loyalty in helping to find Pat. “He’s safe, alive and well” and that’s […]