- A generation of Black men mourn Malcolm-Jamal Warner: Actor-director-musician Malcolm-Jamal Warner, beloved for playing Theo Huxtable on “The Cosby Show,” broke barriers by showing Black boys they could be more than stereotypes, inspiring a generation to pursue higher education. His authentic portrayals and Grammy-winning music left an indelible mark on Black culture and representation after his tragic drowning at 54 while vacationing in Costa Rica. Read more at URL Media.
- Kids face deportation court alone: Federal agents are conducting surprise “welfare checks” on unaccompanied minors in Minnesota, creating fear among families caring for these children. About 300 minors were placed with caregivers between October 2024 and June 2025. Many face deportation hearings without attorneys or adult support, with some as young as toddlers appearing in immigration court alone under Trump’s tightened enforcement policies. Read more at Sahan Journal.
- Parents need ICE emergency plans now: With Trump’s immigration crackdown intensifying, undocumented parents need emergency plans now. Key steps include identifying trusted caregivers, gathering important documents, setting up standby guardians through family lawyers, and establishing power of attorney for finances. Parents should teach kids what to do if ICE comes and create emergency contact cards with essential information readily available. Read more at Documented.
- South Asians split on NYC mayor pick: South Asian Americans are celebrating and criticizing Zohran Mamdani’s historic NYC mayoral primary win. The first potential Asian American Muslim mayor defeated Andrew Cuomo, energizing progressive voters. However, his Democratic Socialist views and criticism of Modi sparked backlash from some South Asian communities, with opponents calling him a “demon” and flying anti-intifada banners. Read more at AsAm News.
- Baltimore creatives reclaim music space: Organizers in Baltimore are fighting the erasure of Black and queer innovators who founded club culture but remain marginalized as the scene commercializes. In part, that focus is coming through a new free music production workshop for trans, queer, and femme creators. Read more at Baltimore Beat.
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