The Juneteenth Jam in Grand Rapids, MI brought new attractions in 2026

The Burrell Juneteenth celebration in Kalamazoo, MI doubled in size this 2026 bringing out hundreds of community members. The Freedom Day celebration united all walks of life while celebrating the history and triumphs of foundational Black Americans. “It gives me a lot of joy to be able to give back to the community that gave to me. So, to be a Black woman and be able to do it for so many other black women in their children it makes me feel amazing,” says ReElla Burrell. Burrell has hosted...

Louisville, KY. (APN) — Former Louisville Metropolitan Police Department officer Brett Hankinson was sentenced to 33 months in prison following a court decision on July 21st for violating Breonna Taylor’s civil rights during the botched 2020 Louisville Metro Police Department raid which resulted in the death of first responder and Grand Rapids, MI native Breonna Taylor. Family Attorney Ben Crump praised the sentencing issuing a statement saying the following: “While today’s sentence is not...