New York’s history as a progressive state is often celebrated, but a deeper look reveals a complex legacy intertwined with slavery and its prolonged effects
Juneteenth is a time for reflection, celebration and education. Communities across the country are hosting various events to honor a pivotal moment in history for
Rihanna has now accomplished what no other female artist ever has. On May 31, it was announced the billionaire entrepreneur and international popstar has now
What began with Michael Carson teaching his son Matthew about Black history became a five-book series. Their passion for learning about historical figures grew into
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have an “amicable” relationship for the sake of their children. The reality TV star and her ex-husband – who divorced
From the woman who initially couldn’t bring herself to acknowledge slavery as a cause of the Civil War comes the ultimate in hair-splitting distinctions without
As the world rings in the new year with fireworks and celebrations, Haitians have a unique reason to rejoice on Jan. 1. It’s a day
Simone Biles continues to break records. On Oct. 8, the female gymnast claimed two more gold medals, winning the titles on the balance beam and
Comcast NBCUniversal is celebrating 10 years of their award-winning “Voices of the Civil Rights Movement” platform, which connects audiences to compelling programming that educates, informs,
Jay-Z and Beyoncé are known for breaking records, but now they’re breaking the bank and making history doing it. The married couple purchased a 30,000-square-foot
Democratic Congressman Hakeem Jeffries is expected to make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a party in Congress. Jeffries will also be the
Jef-A-Sun is the creator of Jef-A-Sun is the creator of Afr-letics, an African-centric clothing line that combines Black history and modern sports logo designs. The
Megan Thee Stallion has made history. On Nov. 28, it was revealed that the female rap star was named on the Forbes 30 Under 30
Atlanta Dream rookie guard Rhyne Howard is making WNBA history. The No. 1 pick out of Kentucky has led the Dream to a 3-1 record,
WASHINGTON — Black power broker Melanie Campbell knew that U.S. Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson would face very formidable — and oftentimes unfair — treatment
In a shocking move for NFL fans and followers, Deshaun Watson finally got traded on March 18, but not to the Atlanta Falcons or New
Charles L. Chavis Jr., Ph.D. is the author of the forthcoming book, The Silent Shore: The Lynching of Matthew Williams and the Politics of Racism
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin became the first head coach in NFL history to not suffer a losing season in his first 15 years
Chef Liz Rogers has broken barriers within the dessert industry. She recently launched the only Black-owned national ice cream brand available in supermarkets, including Walmart
The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference has announced its next commissioner. On Oct. 26, the league announced Sonja Stills will become the first female commissioner in MEAC
