In a strongly worded letter, NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson charges congressional leaders with using the government shutdown to pit 41.7 million Americans needing SNAP...
In a strategic partnership to boost healthcare talent in Hampton Roads, Tidewater Community College and the city of Norfolk have deployed four mobile labs through the...
With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act slashing Medicaid funding, sickle cell patients in Virginia face dangerous coverage losses and reduced access to...
A new American Heart Association report reveals alarming racial and gender disparities in cardiovascular health, showing that marginalized communities face significant inequities in heart disease outcomes,...
The healthcare insurance industry is under fire for prioritizing profits over patient care, with UnitedHealthcare facing criticism for its claim denials and cost-cutting practices. Recent events,...
The Inflation Reduction Act introduces Medicare Part D changes, including cost caps and new pricing rules, but seniors face higher premiums and reduced drug access. #MedicarePartD...
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has joined forces with the NAACP to address past discriminatory practices and enhance relations with minority veterans. This partnership seeks...
Michael Anthony Scales moved to Hampton Roads, Virginia with his family after a big layoff at his previous job. While living in the area, he discovered...
The Digital Download is a weekly column dedicated to exploring the power, promise, and impact of technology in our everyday lives, written by Delegate Cliff Hayes, an experienced technology leader and public servant.
The column aims to educate, inform, and empower readers with insight into how digital tools, innovations, and trends are shaping our communities, policies, and futures.
From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
