Breaking News! History in the Making
Phoenix police to probe detainment of Black Wall Street Journal reporter
One publication wants answers from Phoenix police after their reporter was detained in a cop car while doing his job.
Black News in 2022: A Year of Firsts, Finallys, and Frustration
Take a look at some of the most notable news stories that impacted the Black community in the USA and beyond in 2022.
Justice Jackson working on a memoir, titled ‘Lovely One’
The most recent Supreme Court justice, Ketanji Brown Jackson, has announced an upcoming book about her life and experiences.
Bills’ Hamlin in critical condition after collapse on field
Buffalo’s defensive back Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field from a rare heart condition according to medical reports.
Los Angeles to pay $20 million for land previously seized from Black family in 1912
After just a few months, one family has sold California beachfront land back to the same department that sold it to them.
The art of the denial
Racism deniers fall back on several tropes to justify their ignorance of an issue that colors the lives of millions of people every day.
Earth, Wind & Fire drummer Fred White dies at age 67
Fred White, drummer of the Grammy-winning disco band Earth, Wind & Fire has passed away this week.
Anita Pointer of the Pointer Sisters dies at 74
Only one of the Pointer Sisters remains alive after the death of Anita Pointer, a member during the group’s heyday.
Police in schools have outsize effect on Black children, report says
A recent report revealed the impact on students, especially Black ones, whose schools have a police presence, and the results are worrying.
Jan. 6 response would have been ‘vastly different’ if rioters were Black, House sergeant at arms told investigators
The act of domestic terrorism on January 6th and the leniency afforded members of the mob are the definition of white privilege.
The Grassroots Fight for Housing Justice in Baltimore
Some Baltimore residents can return to their homes after an activist group fought to prevent the buildings from demolishment.
Why was it absurd to think Whitney Houston didn’t make Black music? She was Black
Despite her experiences, singer Whitney Houston is viewed as not being Black enough by some people–including others in the Black community.
Megan Thee Stallion deserves peace. But like many Black women online, she isn’t getting it.
Megan Thee Stallion has become of victim of online harassment after testifying against the man who shot her.
In just two years, the ‘Coalition Academy’ has boosted Black assistants to top-flight head coaching jobs
More Black assistant coaches are using their talents to guide players and receiving mentorship in turn, thanks to a new program.
Survivors of Gangs and Gun Violence, These Women Now Help Others Navigate Grief
Three women in East St. Louis are involved with local organizations to support people who might otherwise turn to gangs like they once did.
Emmett Till and his mother honored with congressional medal
Emmett Till, the boy who was lynched after a white women’s false accusation, and his mother receive a posthumous award honoring their lives.
High school football incidents spark racism talks, programs
A recent spate of racist comments in the high school sports has prompted discussions about how racism has become normalized in this arena.
Community Day on January 13th!
Please join us at ABHM on January 10th at 5 PM CT for a special screening of The Loyal Project followed by a panel discussion and reception.Visit the Network Health table for information and giveaways.
The Loyola Project Screening Rescheduled for January 10th
Please join us at ABHM on January 10th at 5 PM CT for a special screening of The Loyal Project followed by a panel discussion and reception.
