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Today we honor actress, singer, comedian, writer and television producer Marla Gibbs who turns 94 today!

Opening day for the AUSL was Saturday, June 7, but the grand slam news preceded the first pitch when it was announced that Major League Baseball (MLB) was making a strategic investment in the league. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

SALUTING OUR LOCAL HEROES: Brooklyn’s Petty Officer 1st Class Brandon Ford, now serving at IWTC Corry Station in Florida as a master-of-arms, joined the U.S. Navy 16 years ago, inspired by his father’s service in the Marine Corps.

Ray Blue, the tenor saxophonist, whose big bold sound touched the sky, spilling over with enough spirited soul to reach any listeners’ heart, died on May 21. He was 75. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

Happy #FathersDay to all of the dads out there! Tell us why your dad is so amazing.

COLUMN: "I constantly see so many dads, especially Black men, doing this quiet work without fanfare or praise, all while combating baseless stereotypes about who they are and how they show up for their families and communities." - Christina Greer amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

EDITORIAL: "We are not surprised to learn that a federal appeals court reversed a lower court’s ruling that allowed Associated Press journalists to participate in Trump’s daily briefings." amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

Today we honor rapper, songwriter, actor and producer Ice Cube on his birthday!

In an interview with AmNews, Blair Underwood discusses the power of storytelling and the legacy of Detroit's Black Bottom. See the full story here: bit.ly/3HXwjy7

HEALTH: Tchaiko Parris, MD is a breast radiology specialist in Green Bay, Wisconsin with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Parris spoke with the AmNews about breast cancer and early detection especially as it relates to risk factors for Black women. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/04/2…

A disbarred attorney has been found guilty of unlawfully obtaining the property deeds of Black and Brown homeowners in Brooklyn. Sanford “Sandy” Solny was tried and convicted for stealing 11 residential properties and defrauding a total of 15 victims. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

For some kids, the school nurse is there to put a bandage on a skinned knee or check for a fever. That nurse is the only health care provider many Black students see all year. If House Republicans get their way, though, even that might disappear. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

Labor unions have announced their endorsements for the mayoral and comptroller candidates they believe will best represent their members. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

OP-ED: "#Juneteenth is just around the corner in some places and facing cancellation in others." - Herb Boyd amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

Today we honor rapper, songwriter and actor Tupac Shakur on what would have been his 54th birthday.

The uncertainty and amateurish approach to vice gripping a new head coach conjures memories of past NEW YORK KNICKS regimes and elicits anxiety from a fan base that once had unshakable faith in Leon Rose but today is looking at him side-eyed and with skepticism. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

Several mayoral candidates say they will hire more NYPD officers to improve public safety. When it comes to combating gun violence, strategies like hotspot policing and improving clearance rates are popular among the candidates. Read more here: bit.ly/4kEe9QL

Check out this clip from 1010 WINS on 92.3 FM featuring our Publisher and Editor in Chief Elinor Tatum speaking about the up coming Amsterdam News museum. Shout out to anchor Larry Mullins for doing the story.

The 79th Annual Theatre World Awards were absolutely marvelous at the Hard Rock Cafe on June 2. It was an evening to remember as it honored Black theater legend Leslie Uggams with the John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…

EDITORIAL: The deployment of the National Guard and Marines in Los Angeles marks a significant escalation in federal authority. This unprecedented move raises serious concerns about the erosion of civil liberties and the balance of power. amsterdamnews.com/news/2025/06/1…