Headlines for the week of December 18th

Top 5 headlines to begin your week

• By Marquis Lupton

In today’s episode of The Melanin Report, the headlines cover a range of pressing issues. Chase Bank faces scrutiny as it seizes a $5,000 student loan refund from an Atlanta woman, accusing her of fraud and subsequently shutting down her account. The lethal impact of fentanyl on Los Angeles’ Black community takes center stage, marking it as the deadliest drug of 2022. Additionally, a disturbing incident unfolds in Philadelphia, where a student, subjected to bullying, receives threats of deportation from the school principal. The episode provides a mix of essential, impactful, and often overlooked news, shedding light on systemic problems affecting marginalized communities.