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Jahaura Michelle

Mechanicsburg

Freelance News Writer at Blavity

Freelance General Assignment Reporter at The Harvey World Herald

Contributing Writer at HipLatina

Articles

  • 1 day ago | blavity.com | Jahaura Michelle

    The news was confirmed Thursday night in an Instagram post shared by the GMWA Alliance of Gospel Music Professionals on behalf of the Hutchins Family, IR Record Label and HD Global Media Group. “It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of multi-award-winning gospel artist Bishop Dr. Norman E. Hutchins, Sr., a gospel giant who went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 5, 2025.

  • 1 day ago | blavity.com | Jahaura Michelle

    John Deere, the world’s largest manufacturer of agricultural machinery, has addressed and debunked recent reports claiming the company abruptly froze its U.S. manufacturing, stating that it remains committed to domestic production and employment opportunities nationwide. “Our commitment to delivering value for our customers includes ongoing investment in advanced products, solutions, and manufacturing capabilities,” John Deere Chairman and CEO John May said in a statement on the company website.

  • 2 days ago | blavity.com | Jahaura Michelle

    Hooters abruptly closed more than 30 restaurant locations Wednesday, just months after filing for bankruptcy and assuring the public it would remain open under new ownership and a rebrand. “After careful consideration of what is needed to best position our company for the future, Hooters made the difficult decision to close certain company-owned locations,” a company spokesperson said in a statement to CNN.

  • 2 days ago | blavity.com | Jahaura Michelle

    Ocasio-Cortez confirmed her vote for Mamdani, a democratic socialist, in a Thursday interview with The New York Times, saying the race would intensify in the final weeks leading up to the June 24 primary as they work to defeat former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo. What did AOC say about Zohran Mamdani? “Assemblymember Mamdani has demonstrated a real ability on the ground to put together a coalition of working-class New Yorkers that is strongest to lead the pack,” Ocasio-Cortez said.

  • 3 days ago | blavity.com | Jahaura Michelle

    Social Security Administration employees are warning of potential delays in processing routine updates, such as changes of address, direct deposit information or Medicaid billing issues, due to the agency’s temporary shift in priorities that need to be completed by July 1. What are the Social Security Fairness Act claims?