The music industry’s fault lines between artistic freedom and political boundaries erupted into public view when Chuck D, the legendary Public Enemy frontman, stepped forward
Hip-hop veteran LL Cool J delivered a striking blow to Philadelphia’s Independence Day celebrations when he announced his withdrawal from the city’s premiere July 4th
Civil rights organization breaks 116-year tradition amid constitutional concerns The NAACP has delivered what may be its most pointed rebuke of a sitting president in
The glittering spectacle of the BET Awards took an unexpected political turn when Doechii, the emerging hip-hop artist, transformed her first major award victory into
On September 18, 2025, the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) will host its fifth annual BMAC Gala at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, a
Damson Idris has positioned himself as a formidable advocate against the increasing wave of online hatred targeting Black women, particularly from within the Black male
When Stevland Hardaway Judkins entered the world on May 13, 1950, in Saginaw, Mich., few could have predicted the profound musical legacy he would create
Renowned activist Angela Davis is set to lend her voice to the new generation of Black feminists at the upcoming Get Free: Black Feminist Reunion in
Lizzo made her triumphant return to Studio 8H this past weekend, transforming the “Saturday Night Live” stage into a platform for both musical excellence and
Acclaimed actor Courtney B. Vance is embarking on a significant cultural journey by lending his voice to the audiobook version of “W.E.B. Du Bois, 1868-1919:
National Geographic, the iconic media organization known for documenting our world’s wonders for over a century, has unveiled an ambitious new initiative honoring individuals who
Porsha Williams, 43, is set to make her powerful comeback to The Real Housewives of Atlanta (RHOA) as the sixteenth season debuts this Sunday. Following
Dr. Hazel Dukes, president of the NAACP New York State Conference and a formidable civil rights activist, passed away at age 92 on Saturday, March
In her groundbreaking debut book, award-winning journalist and social documentarian Paula Lehman-Ewing delves deep into the evolving landscape of civil rights activism. Through her years
Chicago Public Schools unveiled its Black Student Success Plan on February 24, 2025, a five-year initiative aimed at addressing educational disparities faced by Black students
A History of Empowerment, Leadership and Social Justice Origins and Early Impact The early 20th century saw the birth of a movement that would forever
Issa Rae, a prominent figure in contemporary entertainment, finds herself at the center of a pivotal moment as the John F. Kennedy Center for the
Chicago rapper Goalden Chyld is also a community activist and continues to spread his message of unity through his music and actions. His latest video
Target’s recent announcement to conclude its three-year diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals has triggered a significant response from influential voices, including Tina Knowles, mother
The intersection of artificial intelligence and historical figures sparked controversy when rapper Sexyy Red shared an AI-generated image featuring herself alongside Dr. Martin Luther King
