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by Guest Columnist Roy S. Johnson, National Association of Black Journalists’ Hall of Fame, an Edward R. Murrow Award winner, and a Pulitzer Prize finalist for commentary Someone lost their life because they believed in […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Summer is a season filled with joy and excitement, offering endless opportunities for outdoor fun and adventures, particularly at pools and lakes where families gather to cool off and enjoy the sun. […]

By Kiya Wimbush-Robinson Two Alabama HBCUs, Miles Colleges and Alabama A&M University, are in a negotiation battle to acquire the recently closed Birmingham-Southern College campus. Both schools put in offers to acquire the vacant campus this […]

Story by Cathy White with courtesy photos Anyone familiar with North Alabama sports during the 1960’s will likely know of Central High School in Lawrence County, AL. Back then, the school garnered the attention of […]

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS June 19, 2024 – Across the United States, communities are coming together to celebrate Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in America. This day, which has gained national recognition, is […]

Devyn Keith and Michelle Watkins debate the impact of economic growth and community development ahead of the August 27 vote. Compiled by SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS EDITOR’S NOTE: AL.com conducted the interviews with both candidates. Councilman […]

By Roy S. Johnson, member of the National Association of Black Journalists Hall of Fame, Edward R. Morrow Award winner, and a Pulitzer Prize finalist for commentary. His column appears on AL.com, The Lede, as […]

By Roy S. Johnson This is an opinion column. President Joe Biden couldn’t be any more blatant in courting Black voters —whom he needs in November — if he tickled a sax while donning shades for a Black […]

Campus Upgrades Enhance Health Sciences and Library Facilities, Supporting Student Growth and Future Expansion Huntsville, AL – Drake State Community and Technical College has completed a significant $15 million renovation project, marking a transformative milestone […]

Story compiled by Speakin’ Out News (NEWS RELEASE) – – Huntsville, AL-May16,2024-It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Pastor Emeritus, The Reverend Dr. Julius Richard Scruggs, who died peacefully […]