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Dallas Protests ICE Killing of Renee Good | Organizers Say This Is Not an Isolated Incident
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- Dallas Protests ICE Killing of Renee Good | Organizers Say This Is Not an Isolated Incident
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- More than 1,000 people took to the streets of downtown Dallas to protest the killing of Renee Good, linking the incident in Minneapolis to broader concerns about ICE enforcement nationwide. Dallas Weekly spoke with organizers as the protest unfolded.
#JusticeForReneeGood #DallasProtest #DallasWeekly
https://dallasweekly.com/2026/01/justice-renee-good-dallas/
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- Welcome to “Streets & Seats!”
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- On the heels of the Best of Black Dallas, DW launches “Streets to the Seats” — a new civic engagement series focused on the power of participation, voter registration, and community voice.
This series explores how culture, connection, and local leadership intersect with the ballot box, reminding us that voting isn’t just a moment — it’s a responsibility and a pathway to real change.
As we move into 2026, we’re asking our community to stay informed, get registered, and show up locally and intentionally. Because when our voices are heard — from the streets to the seats — our communities move forward.
Your voice matters.
Your story matters.
Your participation matters.
👉 Subscribe to Dallas Weekly for ongoing coverage on civic engagement, culture, and community power.
👉 Learn more and get involved at dallasweekly.com
#FromTheStreetsToTheSeats #DallasWeekly #CivicEngagement #VoterRegis...
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- 💜 “Care doesn’t stop for the holidays.” 💜
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- 3:11
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- 💜 “Care doesn’t stop for the holidays.” 💜
As winter settles in and gatherings fill our calendars, Jason Vercher, Executive Vice President of Operations at Prism Health North Texas @PrismHealthNTX, is helping ensure Dallas families stay protected, informed, and cared for — every step of the way.
From making sure clinics are stocked and ready, to supporting providers on the front lines, Jason and his team are focused on what matters most this season: prevention, access, and trust.
Winter health reminders from Prism:
❄️ Wash hands, cover coughs, and prioritize rest
💉 Stay up to date on flu, COVID, and other recommended immunizations
🏥 Have a primary care provider you can rely on year-round
Vaccines are one of the most effective tools we have to prevent serious illness — and at Prism Health North Texas, care is available regardless of insurance status, with affordable options and assistan...
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- Thank You to Our Champions of Black Excellence
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- 7:47
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- This celebration wasn’t just ours — it was powered by a community of sponsors who believe in Black business, Black brilliance, and Black legacy. 🙌🏾
Thank you for showing up for the culture and helping us honor the people who move Dallas forward every single day.
We rise higher because you rise with us. 🖤
Let’s keep building. Let’s keep winning. Let’s keep serving.
#BlackExcellenceDFW #SponsorsWhoShowUp #ForTheCulture #BestOfBlackDallas #DallasWeekly
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- Crockett: ‘I’m Coming For You!’
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Dallas is at a turning point. With district lines shifting and voter influence at risk, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Rev. Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III are stepping up to defend Black representation in North Texas.
This story covers their bold response to political challenges — and why this moment matters for the future of Dallas democracy.
📌 Article: https://dallasweekly.com/2025/12/crockett-haynes-fight-black-representation/
#DallasNews #BlackRepresentation #JasmineCrockett #FrederickHaynes #LocalElections #VotingRights
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- Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s Inspiring Welcome at the 6th Annual Best of Black Dallas Awards
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- 6:23
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
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- Historic night in Dallas and powerful times ahead. 🎤✨
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett kicked off the 6th Annual Best of Black Dallas Awards — and today she announced she’s running for U.S. Senate.
From the stage to the ballot box, this is a moment for Black leadership, community power, and unstoppable progress.
Watch her full welcome speech, and celebrate with us as we honor Black entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers from across DFW.
🎟️ Missed your chance to get tickets? There are still a few left — link in bio.
#BestOfBlackDallas #JasmineCrockett #BlackExcellence #DallasWeekly #BlackLeadership #DFWCommunity #OnToTheSenate
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- DFW Advocates Challenge DHS Claims on Self-Deportation | Dallas ICE Office Under Scrutiny
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- The Department of Homeland Security says undocumented individuals who self-deport will receive financial assistance — but immigrant rights organization Vecinos Unidos says that claim is false.
Advocates in DFW report that agents at the Dallas ICE Field Office have allegedly demanded money from migrants attempting to self-deport, raising urgent concerns about coercion, exploitation, and misinformation.
In this Dallas Weekly report by Sisi Encarnacion, we break down what community organizers are seeing on the ground and how Vecinos Unidos is mobilizing to protect families across North Texas.
https://dallasweekly.com/2025/11/grassroots-movement-defending-migrants/
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- Inside Dallas College’s BSN Program: Why Dean Davis Says It’s a Game Changer
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Dallas Weekly sits down with Dean Chiquesha Davis of Dallas College to explore why the BSN program is quickly becoming one of the most accessible and impactful nursing pathways in North Texas.
In this interview, Dean Davis breaks down:
– Why the BSN program was created
– How it supports working nurses and parents
– The growing demand for BSN-trained nurses
– Career pathways beyond bedside nursing
– The importance of bilingual medical interpreters
– How Dallas College is shaping the future of the local healthcare workforce
This short clip is just a preview of our full conversation.
Stay tuned for more insights from Dean Davis and a deeper look at why the Dallas College BSN program stands apart.
Watch more coverage at DallasWeekly.com
#DallasWeekly #DallasCollege #BSNProgram #NursingEducation #NorthTexasHealthcare #FutureOfNursing #DeanDavis #RNtoBSN
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- Community Control Starts Here: a South Dallas community leader takes the reigns
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Dallas Weekly sat down last week with Task Force Chair Scottie Smith II for an exclusive conversation about the proposed South Dallas–Fair Park PID — and why he believes this effort is fundamentally different from past plans that left residents out.
Scottie explains how this PID is being shaped by people who actually live in the community, what accountability will look like, and why resident-led development may be the key to protecting South Dallas from displacement as major investment arrives.
This video is part of our Who Owns South Dallas? series, covering the future of development, equity, and power in the southern sector.
Watch the full conversation and decide for yourself: could this moment be a turning point?
Full story at DallasWeekly.com.
#SouthDallas #DallasWeekly #SouthDallasPID #CommunityDevelopment #ScottieSmithII #WhoOwnsSouthDallas #DallasNews
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- South Dallas Fights for Control 🔥
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Dallas Weekly was on the ground at last night’s South Dallas–Fair Park PID public hearing — a pivotal moment for one of the city’s most historic Black communities.
We spoke directly with Task Force Chair Scottie Smith II about the proposed Public Improvement District and what it could mean for residents:
• Community-led investment
• Greater accountability
• Infrastructure & safety upgrades
• Protecting South Dallas culture and ownership
This video is part of our “Who Owns South Dallas?” series covering development, displacement, and community power in the southern sector.
Read the full article here https://dallasweekly.com/2025/11/public-improvement-district-south-dallas/
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- Dallas Weekly’s Top Stories: Education Equity, Health Disparities & Black Youth Excellence
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- Kingston Burke: The Teen Golf Prodigy Redefining Black Girl Magic on the Green
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- 1:17
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
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- At just 16, Kingston Burke is shattering expectations in the world of golf — dominating youth tournaments, joining Steph Curry’s Underrated Golf Tour, and proving that Black girls belong on every green. 💪🏾⛳
In this Dallas Weekly feature by Bliss, Kingston shares how confidence, focus, and representation fuel her journey — inspiring a new generation of girls to take their shot in spaces where they’ve rarely been seen.
Read the full story at DallasWeekly.com
🔗 Link https://dallasweekly.com/2025/10/kingston-burke-frisco-golf-rising-star/
#DallasWeekly #KingstonBurke #BlackGirlMagic #Golf #YouthAthlete #DFW #RepresentationMatters #StephCurryUnderratedTour #BlissInterviews #BlackExcellence #DallasCulture #SportsWithPurpose
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- What Proposition 3 Really Means for Dallas | Texas 2025 Election Breakdown
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Dallas — there’s one proposition on the November ballot that could have major consequences for our communities.
DW contributor Tamera Hutcherson breaks down Proposition 3, one of 17 proposed Texas Constitutional Amendments — and explains how it could worsen overcrowding in Dallas County jails, intensify the mental health crisis, and disproportionately impact southern Dallas neighborhoods.
🗳️ Election Day: Tuesday, November 4
📍 Stay informed. Vote smart. Read more at DallasWeekly.com
#Proposition3 #DallasWeekly #TexasElections #VoteSmart #CommunityFirst #SouthDallas #JusticeReform #Election2025 #TexasPolitics #DWReports
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- Erykah Badu Returns to St. Philip’s | Inside the Grand Opening of South Dallas’ New Arts Center
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- Dallas icon Erykah Badu returned to her roots at St. Philips School & Community Center to celebrate the grand opening of the Moody Performing and Fine Arts Center — a transformative new space for creativity and community in South Dallas.
From Badu’s heartfelt reflections to performances by alumni and partners like Dallas Black Dance Theatre and The D.O.C., the event marked a powerful new chapter for arts education and cultural pride in the city.
🎥 Captured exclusively by Dallas Weekly.
👉🏾 Watch the full recap and read the full story at DallasWeekly.com
#ErykahBadu #DallasWeekly #StPhilips #SouthDallas #ArtsInDallas #CommunityFirst #BlackExcellence #DallasCulture #DWOntheScene #Baduizm
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- Dallas Council Members Reject Mayor’s Push for ICE’s 287(g) Program
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- 🚨 JUST IN: Dallas City Council Members Adam Bazaldua (District 7), Chad West (District 1), Jaime Resendez (District 5), and Paula Blackmon (District 9) have released a joint statement opposing Mayor Eric Johnson’s push to partner with ICE under the controversial 287(g) program.
In this video, we break down:
• What ICE’s $25 million offer actually means
• Why Chief Comeaux rejected it
• The political tension brewing inside City Hall
• And how this could impact immigrant communities across Dallas
👀 This isn’t just a budget conversation — it’s a battle over trust, power, and the future of public safety in our city.
📰 Read the full story now at DallasWeekly.com
📣 Comment below: Should local police serve as immigration agents?
#CommunityOverContracts #DallasPolitics #ICE287g #AdamBazaldua #ChadWest #JaimeResendez #PaulaBlackmon #EricJohnson #DallasNews #ImmigrationJustice #Pub...
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- Dallas showed OUT for #NoKingsDay
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- No Kings. No Crowns. Just community.
This year’s #NoKingsDay parade and rally in Dallas brought together voices from across the city — from faith leaders to justice warriors — all demanding dignity, equity, and truth.
🎙 Featured Speakers:
– Rev. Dr. Michael Waters
– Activist DeDe Alexander
– Councilman Chad West
– John Fullinwider
– and many more…
📍Rain or shine, the message was clear: The people lead.
👇🏾 Hit subscribe for full coverage, speaker highlights, and more on-the-ground movement moments from Dallas Weekly.
#NoKingsDay #DallasActivism #DallasWeekly #CommunityCoverage #JusticeInTheRain #NoCrownsJustPower
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- Dallas Weekly’s Top Stories: Health Gaps, Forest Forward, Jackie Young’s Realness + More
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- This week, Dallas is making history — and holding folks accountable.
🩺 A hidden bias in medicine is costing Black patients kidney transplants
🎭 Forest Forward names Nijeul X to lead the revival of the Forest Theater
🏀 Jackie Young celebrates her WNBA win the humble way — by giving back
🖤 The Million Man March’s 30-year legacy revisited
📢 Texas troops used for ICE operations — sparking protest
🎟️ Best of Black Dallas Awards — Tickets are LIVE & Nominations open until Oct 26!
📲 Visit https://dallasweekly.com to dive into each story.
#DallasWeekly #BlackExcellence #ForestTheater #JackieYoung #MillionManMarch #TexasPolitics #BlackMedia #DWTopStories #DallasCulture #BestOfBlackDallas
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- Last Day to Register to Vote in Texas! | Civics 101
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- 2:01
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- We’re back with another Civics 101 — and this one’s urgent.
🎙️ Host Reagan Elam is here with your friendly reminder that today is the last day to register to vote in Texas.
In this episode, Reagan explains:
✅ Why voting still matters
✅ How to register or check your status
✅ How to make sure your friends and family do the same
Don’t wait. Register today and make sure your voice counts in the next election.
🎥 Presented by Dallas Weekly — where community meets accountability.
#DallasWeekly #Civics101 #VoteTexas #VoterRegistration #DallasNews #DWPolitics #BlackVotersMatter #ReaganElam #CivicEngagement
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- The State Fair Was The Worst Thing To Happen To Fair Park
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
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- 🎡 The State Fair is Texas’ biggest attraction — but for Fair Park residents, it’s also a symbol of inequality.
In this feature, SiSi Encarnarcion uncovers the hidden cost of celebration: a community left behind.
💰 The Fair generates over $80 million a year.
🏚️ Yet South Dallas continues to battle neglect, broken promises, and underinvestment.
When the lights go out, who’s still living with the impact?
🖊 Written by @sisifordallas
🎥 Video by @guerillagod
📍 Watch now on Dallas Weekly YouTube
#DallasWeekly #FairPark #StateFair #SouthDallas #DallasNews #InvestigativeJournalism #BlackMediaMatters
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- This Week in Dallas – Local Stories That Hit Home
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Jayda Clayton runs you through the week’s biggest local moments — from maternal health disparities to SB 12’s impact, from business inequality to Freddie Gibbs’s show in town, and the hidden costs of Texas’s biggest fair.
► Read the full stories at DallasWeekly.com
► Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss a beat.
#DallasWeekly #DWTopStories #DallasNews #FreddieGibbs #MaternalHealth #EducationJustice #BlackBusiness #StateFairTX
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- Texas Schools Silenced: The Hidden Impact of SB 12 at Booker T. Washington HS
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- A school named after Booker T. Washington — led by educators of color — is now ground zero for a new era of educational censorship in Texas.
SB 12, disguised as a “parental rights” law, is reshaping schools by dismantling identity-affirming spaces. At Dallas’s iconic arts high school, clubs like the “Black Student Union” have been renamed “The Movement” in response to the law.
🎓 What happens when laws meant to empower parents end up erasing student voices?
📍 Watch as Dallas Weekly investigates how this policy is affecting students, teachers, and the culture of inclusion at one of the most diverse campuses in the state.
🔗 Full article on DallasWeekly.com
#SB12 #TexasEducation #BookerTWashingtonHS #StudentVoices #DallasWeekly #BlackStudentUnion #TheMovement #DEIBan #TexasPolitics #YouthVoices
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- Why Primary Care with Dr. Nathan Luke Is Changing the Game in South Dallas
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- 2:59
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- “Primary care is your front door to better health — and we’re here to hold it open for every family.”
Dr. Nathan Luke at @PrismHealthNTX is reshaping what healthcare looks like for South Dallas: personalized, preventative, and most importantly — accessible.
In this feature, Dallas Weekly explores how Dr. Luke and the PHNTX team are bringing relationship-driven primary care to communities that need it most. From $10 visits for uninsured patients to family-first appointments, this is care that sees you.
🩺 Learn how Prism Health is fighting chronic illness, building trust, and redefining wellness for every stage of life.
📍 Watch the full story, then visit phntx.org or call 214-521-5191 to schedule your appointment.
📰 Full article available now at dallasweekly.com
#DallasWeekly #PHNTX #PrimaryCare #DrNathanLuke #DallasHealth #SouthDallasCare #CommunityHealthcare #BlackHealthMatters #WholePersonCare #A...
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- The Future of Black Cultural Institutions in Dallas
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- From the groundbreaking days of its construction to today’s urgent call for renewal, the Dallas African American Museum stands at a crossroads. Longtime arts administrator Robinson reminds us: “If this museum is going to rise again out of the ashes, it’s going to take all of us.”
This isn’t just about saving a building — it’s about sustaining Black art, culture, and legacy for generations to come. 🖤
Watch the full story and read more at DallasWeekly.com.
#DallasWeekly | #BlackArts | #DallasCulture | #CommunityPower | #SupportBlackInstitutions | #DallasNews
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- Who’s Really Running Dallas? Council Secrets, Health Equity, & Community Power
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- From AI to Afro-Colombia: How Black Power Took Over ALC 2025 | DW Recap
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- 0:26
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Policy. Diaspora. Celebration.
Dallas Weekly was on the ground at the 54th Annual Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Legislative Conference — and the energy was unmatched.
✅ Black leaders tackled urgent issues:
• The future of AI and Black labor
• Women leading the clean energy economy
• Pan-Africanism and Afro-Colombian political power
• The bold brilliance of Jasmine Crockett, Ben Crump & Meagan Good
And yes — we closed it out Texas-style at Rep. Crockett’s official afterparty at Hard Rock Café, featuring DJ Nightcrawler straight from Dallas, margaritas, and Fritos in full effect 🎧🔥
📍 From the halls of Congress to the dance floor, this year’s #ALC54 reminded us that Black power means business and joy.
Subscribe for more exclusive interviews, recaps, and cultural coverage.
🎥 dallasweekly.com | @dallasweekly
#DWOnTheScene #ALC2025 #JasmineCrockett #...
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- Dallas Weekly Takes You Inside #ALC54 Power, Policy & Progress from DC
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Dallas Weekly is in Washington, D.C. for ALC 54, the Annual Legislative Conference hosted by the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation.
From DFW to DC, we’re covering the conversations that matter — power, policy, and progress. Join us as we bring you highlights, insights, and behind-the-scenes moments that shape the future of our communities.
👉 Subscribe and follow along for more coverage from the nation’s capital.
#DallasWeekly | #ALC54 | #MadeForThisMoment | #BlackPress | #PowerPolicyProgress
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- Veterans’ Fight for Belonging: Raymond Kemp’s Mission Beyond Service 🇺🇸
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- 1:10
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- From service to civilian life, the fight for identity and belonging continues. In our latest feature, Junior Editor Ceara Johnson shares the story of Navy veteran Raymond Kemp, who is building community and purpose for veterans across Dallas and beyond.
📲 Watch the full breakdown and head to DallasWeekly.com for the complete article.
#DallasWeekly #Veterans #OurFightAtHome #DallasNews #VeteranVoices #Community
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- Dallas City Hall Showdown | Transparency
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- At 1 p.m., Councilmember Adam Bazaldua called out colleagues for allegedly violating the Texas Open Meetings Act during a private discussion on homelessness policy. Hours later, District 3 Councilmember Zarin Gracey took to Instagram to clarify his role—pushing back against a proposal to move The Bridge homeless shelter to Dallas Executive Airport (RedBird) and reaffirming his Independence Triangle plan.
This developing clash highlights the stakes of transparency, economic growth, and Dallas’ search for real answers on homelessness.
Full coverage here https://dallasweekly.com/2025/09/dallas-council-open-meetings-violation/
#DallasWeekly #DallasPolitics #Transparency #DallasNews #Homelessness #DFW
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- Dallas News You Shouldn’t Miss This Week!
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- This week in Dallas:
Jayda Clayton breaks down what’s happening in our city — from Pastor Haynes’ medical leave and Target’s PR crisis, to a powerful sponsored story on Black homeownership. Plus: natural hair pride, dance floor legends, and more.
📰 Stories covered:
• How Dallas homebuyers can save upfront (sponsored by JPMorgan Chase)
• Dr. Frederick Haynes III takes a leave for surgery
• Target’s step back from its Black-owned brands promise
• World Afro Day and celebrating natural beauty
• Cupid’s cultural impact on Black line dance
🎥 Watch the full roundup, only on DallasWeekly.com
✍️ All stories written by our DW team, Word In Black, and trusted contributors
#DWNews #BlackDallas #JaydaClayton #BlackOwnedBusiness #FrederickHaynes #NaturalHair #AfroDay #DallasRealEstate #CupidShuffle #TargetBoycott #DallasWeekly
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- Voter Access Under Attack?
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- 🗳️ It’s National Voter Registration Day — but in Tarrant County, more than 100 polling places and several early voting sites have been cut.
Our Junior Editor Ceara Johnson is raising awareness about how these changes impact Black, Latino, and college-age voters, and why voter registration is only the first step. Access is just as important as being on the rolls.
📲 Read the full article at DallasWeekly.com and make sure your registration is up to date today.
#DWNews #NationalVoterRegistrationDay #VotingRights #TarrantCounty #DallasPolitics #CivicPower
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- This Week in Dallas: Culture, Cuts & Classic Rivalries Reimagined
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- 1:42
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- DW’s Top Stories of the Week – September 12, 2025
This week, Dallas Weekly dives into the stories shaping our city — from cultural legends and leadership moments to education equity and political reckoning.
📍 Here’s what’s on the docket:
— Clipse returns to Deep Ellum, reminding us why Southern rap reigns
— The Women’s Leadership Summit uplifts legacy, strategy, and sisterhood
— Black communities are still pushing through America’s widening wealth gap
— Charlie Kirk’s assassination sparks national conversation on political violence
— And in South Dallas, a historic rivalry turns into a lesson in unity at the South Dallas Classic
🎙️ Hosted by @jayda_clayton
📲 Full coverage at DallasWeekly.com
#DWTopStories #DallasWeekly #SouthDallasClassic #Clipse #JaydaClayton #TexasPolitics #DEI #BlackWealth #DeepEllum #BlackMedia #DFWNews #StayTappedIn
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- Southern Rap Royalty: @Clipse takeover Dallas
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- When legends link up in Dallas, we’re there to tell the story. 🎤 Our Assignment Editor Jerry L. Hawkins, M. Ed. covered @Clipse’s Let God Sort ‘Em Out tour stop — where the energy was unmatched.
Dallas’ own Brittany K. Barnett is working alongside Pusha T on moves bigger than music, and the one & only @ErykahBadu pulled up to remind us why Dallas is the culture.
The Clipse reminded everyone at @THEBOMBFACTORYDallas that Southern rappers carry a certain regality — and last night, they wore the crown. 👑
Read the full story at DallasWeekly.com.
#Clipse #DallasMusic #DFW #PushaT #ErykahBadu #SouthernHipHop #BlackExcellence #SouthernRap
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- Inside CitrusFest Dallas 🎶 | Grammy Producers + Rising Stars Unite
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- 2:47
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Dallas Weekly’s Reagan Elam takes you inside the debut of CitrusFest at The Bomb Factory — a showcase that brought Grammy-winning producers, music execs, and Dallas’ hottest emerging talent under one roof. 🌎
We caught up with local artist Danny Joseph after his set, plus highlights from performances by Jayson Lyric, Gracen Wynn, Rachel Teague, Brae Leni, and more.
“This isn’t about one night… this is about showing Dallas as a competitive force in global entertainment,” said CitrusFest founder Sydney Peters.
👉🏾Watch the recap, then head to DallasWeekly.com for our full CitrusFest coverage.
🔗 Stay connected with Dallas Weekly:
Website: https://dallasweekly.com
Instagram: @DallasWeekly
Twitter/X: @DallasWeekly
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#DallasWeekly #CitrusFest #DallasMusic #EmergingArtists #BlackExcellence #DallasCulture
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- Dallas Is MOVING… Here’s What You Missed 🗞️ - Top stories 09/05/25
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 10 months ago
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- Deep Ellum at a Crossroads: Can Dallas Save Its Nightlife?
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- 3:05
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- Deep Ellum, Dallas’s cultural heartbeat of music, nightlife, and art, is facing a turning point.
After a surge in late-night shootings and rising safety concerns, the city has enforced 10 p.m. weekend curfews and property owners are pushing to shut down clubs like Rodeo Dallas. Business owners, residents, and city officials are now clashing over the future of one of Dallas’s most iconic neighborhoods.
In this video, we explore:
• The safety challenges threatening nightlife in Deep Ellum
• The economic and cultural impact of curfews and closures
• Voices from the community on what’s at stake
• Possible solutions that could balance safety and culture
👉 Watch now to see how Dallas is navigating this critical moment for one of its most historic and vibrant neighborhoods.
📖 Read the full Dallas Weekly article here: Deep Ellum at a Crossroads
https://dallasweekly.com/2025/08/deep...
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- Top stories of the week! 08/30/25
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- 2:09
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- Hosted by Jayda Clayton, this week’s top stories feature the biggest headlines shaping Dallas right now:
• Dallas pauses DEI programs under federal pressure
• Deep Ellum battles crime, curfews, and cultural survival
• Prism Health NTX offers affordable healthcare in South Dallas
• Urban Arts Collective revives The Color Purple at Kalita Humphreys
• Gallup poll reveals major racial divide in civil rights support
Watch the full breakdown and visit dallasweekly.com to read the stories in full.
#DallasWeekly #DWTopStories #DallasNews #SouthDallas #DEI #DeepEllum #PrismHealthNTX #TheColorPurple #JaydaClayton #TexasPolitics #BlackMedia
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- Community pushes back as Dallas halts DEI
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- 0:24
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- 🚨 Dallas is facing a defining moment. After the City Council voted to pause all DEI efforts, residents are asking: is this truly federal compliance—or a concession of values?
With $305M in federal funding at stake, city officials insist arts and culture programs are only delayed, not cut. But community voices are growing louder: Where is the mayor’s leadership, and where does Dallas draw the line?
✍🏾 Reported by Jerry L. Hawkins for Dallas Weekly
🔗 Full story at https://dallasweekly.com/2025/08/dallas-federal-compliance-community-engagement/
#DallasPolitics #DEI #DallasNews #FederalFunding #DallasArts #DallasWeekly
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- @PrismHealthNTX - Clinic for the People
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- 💙 Healthcare that sees you, not just a number.
At Prism Health North Texas, CEO Dr. John Carlo shares how community health centers are redefining care in Dallas:
👩⚕️ Primary Care – The same doctor every visit, building trust and lasting relationships.
🦷 Dental Care – Affordable and accessible, because oral health is healthcare.
🧠 Behavioral Health – Supporting both mind and body, because true wellness is whole-person care.
“This is more than a clinic. It’s an investment in Dallas.” – Dr. John Carlo
💡 Learn more, book appointments, or support their mission at PHNTX.org
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- Prism Health North Texas: Affordable Care That Starts at $10
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- 3:46
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- What if healthcare in Dallas didn’t break the bank?
For nearly 40 years, Prism Health North Texas has been leading the charge toward health equity. Under the leadership of Dr. John Carlo, Prism is proving that affordable, whole-family care is possible — with appointments starting at just $10.
From primary and pediatric care to dental, women’s health, mental health, and on-site pharmacies, Prism is more than a clinic — it’s a community hub for accessible healthcare in South Dallas, East Dallas, Oak Cliff, and Oak Lawn.
💙 Learn more or book an appointment at PHNTX.org
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- Dallas Showed Up: Highlights from Political Pour Overs 🔥
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Last night’s On The Rocks: Political Pour Overs was one for the books. 🗣️
Kat Vargas of @HowdyPolitics broke down Texas’ new district maps, explaining how voting power is being diluted—while Rep. @VentonJonesTX emphasized why 17 key House seats are crucial for Texas’ future.
From gerrymandering to the daily attacks on our democracy, this conversation was full of gems, strategy, and community energy.
📌 Full recap dropping soon—subscribe so you don’t miss it.
#OnTheRocksDW #DallasPolitics #DWVoices #KatVargas #HowdyPolitics #VentonJones #TexasLegislature #BlackDallas #CommunityPower #MokahCafe
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- Nominations Are Open: Best of Black Dallas 2025
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- The 6th Annual Best of Black Dallas Awards are officially here.
Nominations are now open—this is your chance to highlight the businesses, leaders, and changemakers who define Black excellence in Dallas. Submit your nominations by October 21, 2025, and help decide who will be recognized as the best in our community.
Winners will be revealed at the Awards Ceremony on December 6, 2025, at The Hamptons Event Venue.
Join us in celebrating the culture, the impact, and the people who move our city forward.
🔗 Nominate today through the link in the description.
#BestOfBlackDallas #DallasWeekly #BlackExcellence #DallasCulture
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- Isaiah Martin on Texas Redistricting & the Future of Democrats
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Texas Democrat Isaiah Martin sat down with Dallas Weekly’s Ceara Johnson to talk redistricting, Black voter power, and why Democrats need more spine. 🔥
From calling out GOP tactics to demanding Democrats “fight fire with fire,” Martin makes his case for the future of Texas politics.
📺 Watch the full conversation now on our YouTube channel — link in bio.
In partnership with @wordinblack ✊🏾
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- DW’s Top Stories of the Week – 8/22🚨
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Dallas is moving fast, and Dallas Weekly has everything you need to know. Hosted by Jayda Clayton, this week’s top stories dive into the headlines shaping our city, culture, and communities:
Dallas faces a $4.5M library budget cut that could close up to five branches and limit vital neighborhood services like free internet, job resources, and cooling centers.
Former Dallas Police Chief Eddie García has been named the new Fort Worth Police Chief, raising questions about leadership, reform, and public safety.
In South Dallas, the street renaming legacy continues to tell the story of activism and community pride, honoring the fight to reclaim Black spaces and identity.
Plus, a proposed federal law — the Traveler Privacy Protection Act of 2025 — could put new limits on airport facial recognition technology, protecting traveler consent and data privacy.
Stay tapped in and get the full stories at https://dallasweekly.com...
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- Isaiah Martin X Redistricting = Power Play
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Texas Democrat Isaiah Martin isn’t mincing words on redistricting. In this powerful conversation with Dallas Weekly’s Ceara Johnson, he calls out Republican tactics, warns that the Voting Rights Act is under attack, and urges Democrats to ‘fight fire with fire’ by mobilizing Black voters, leveraging social media, and even gerrymandering Republicans ‘without mercy.’ This is the raw, unfiltered truth about the future of Texas politics.
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- Isaiah Martin on Redistricting & Black Voters
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- 11:50
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
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- DW Junior Editor Ceara Johnson sits down with Texas Democrat Isaiah Martin for a powerful conversation on the future of Texas politics. From the fight over redistricting maps to the battle for Black voter turnout, Martin makes it clear: Democrats can’t afford to play soft.
In this interview, he discusses:
• Why “fighting fire with fire” is the only way to push back against far-right strategies.
• The critical role of Black voters — especially Black men — in every election.
• How social media has become the new political battleground for mobilizing voters across demographics.
• Why he remains optimistic about the future of politics in Texas, despite the noise.
📌 Don’t just read the headlines — hear the conversation for yourself.
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#TexasPolitics #IsaiahMartin #Redistricting #BlackVot...
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- DW Underground | Lamar Adot Thomas: Bars & The Business of Hip-Hop
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Best of Black Dallas Hip-Hop Artist of the Year Lamar A. Thomas sits down with Rea2Real on DW Underground to break down the art, hustle, and business of hip-hop.
From his fast-paced bounce-inspired flow to the alter ego that fuels his creativity, Lamar opens up about:
• Balancing a 9-to-5 in logistics with a rising music career
• Why his music is like “cayenne pepper with a hint of lime” 🔥🍋
• The triple entendres, metaphors, and lyrical layers behind his single Kraken
• What draws him toward the structure of a record deal — a “vacation” from self-management
This is Dallas hip-hop with New Orleans roots — and Lamar is just getting started.
📌 Watch the full interview and subscribe for more episodes of DW Underground!
#DWUnderground #DallasWeekly #LamarAThomas #Rea2Real #BestOfBlackDallas #DallasHipHop #BounceMusic
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- DW’s Top Stories: MLK Blvd Legacy, Civic Disruption, and Who’s Losing Political Power
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- This week on DW’s Top Stories of the Week, we’re unpacking the headlines that hit home — and hit hard — across Dallas and beyond. Hosted by Jayda Clayton.
📰 Here’s what we’re covering:
• The renaming of Forest Avenue to Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, as explored by Jerry Hawkins via our media partner Dallas Free Press.
• DW Junior Editor Ceara Johnson reports from Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett’s “Keep Texas Blue” rally — where one woman’s disruption couldn’t silence the call for unity and democracy.
• A look at the historic role of Black funeral homes in community care and resilience (Word in Black).
• Dallas Weekly joins the 2025 LMA Lab for Journalism Funding cohort to strengthen our newsroom’s future.
• A controversial new census proposal could cost Texas political power by excluding undocumented immigrants.
📲 Watch the full recap, and visit https://dallasweekly.com for all the original ...
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- Rep. Jasmine Crockett Responds to Disruption at Dallas Rally
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- 1:44
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- 🚨 DW On the Scene: Dallas Weekly was at the Dallas County Blue Texas Organizing Rally, where Rep. Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) called on Texans to join the fight to turn the state blue.
In the middle of her speech, a woman interrupted and was escorted out — but Crockett used the moment to drive her point home, telling the crowd: “This is part of the problem, but I want y’all to be part of the solution.”
#DallasWeekly #JasmineCrockett #BlueTexas #TexasPolitics #DallasNews #DWVoices #OnTheScene
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- Paige Bueckers Makes Rookie History Despite Wings’ Loss @theuncoolurban
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- 2:09
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- The Dallas Wings fell 91–78 to the Mystics, but rookie sensation Paige Bueckers continues to make history. With 17 points, she tied Caitlin Clark for 5th all-time in consecutive double-digit games by a rookie (25) and matched Swin Cash for 3rd in franchise history for most 15+ point games by a rookie (19).
Next up: A road showdown against the Indiana Fever — the last meeting of the season.
#DallasWings #WNBA #PaigeBueckers #WingsUp #Basketball #DallasSports
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- Dallas Weekly Selected for National Journalism Funding Lab 📰✨
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 11 months ago
- Description
- Dallas Weekly has been selected as one of only 20 news organizations nationwide to join the Local Media Association’s 2025 Lab for Journalism Funding, supported by the Knight Foundation. Over the next six months, we’ll work alongside innovative newsrooms across the country to strengthen philanthropic support for local, community-driven journalism.
This is a win for Dallas. This is a win for Black-owned media. And most importantly — this is a win for YOU, our community. 📰✨
#DallasWeekly #DWInTheLab #IAMDW #KnightFoundation #LMA #LocalNews #BlackOwnedMedia #CommunityJournalism #DallasNews #MediaInnovation
