 The rural town of New Bern, Alabama, has reached a proposed settlement with a black man-denied office after winning his 2020 election for mayor. Patrick Braxton was prevented from becoming New Bern's mayor by his white predecessor and the majority white city council, according to the lawsuit. The town and Braxton have since signed a settlement agreeing Braxton as the lawful mayor. He'll finally take office once the court approves the settlement. Braxton became the first black mayor in the town's 166-year history. That's the latest. I'm Amber Payton on your home for 24-7 News, the Black Information Network.