Breaking News! History in the Making
U.S. museums return African bronzes stolen in 19th century
Some American museums are finally returning stolen African artifacts to the rightful owners of those relics.
Penn State is about to host the Proud Boys founder, and its students are protesting
Some Penn State students have filed a petition to block the leader of racist group the Proud Boys from speaking at their campus.
Wendell Pierce, LaTanya Richardson Jackson and More Set for Broadway Salute by African American Film Critics Association
The African American Film Critics Association honored several Black stars at the first Salute to Broadway.
Federal government taken to court for reworking Black farmers debt relief program
Black farmers are taking a stand against the government, which rescinded funding for Black farmers hard hit by COVID.
Mandatory Reporting Was Supposed to Stop Severe Child Abuse. It Punishes Poor Families Instead.
Mandatory reporting might sound like a good idea in theory but it impacts Black people unfairly when put into action.
The Execution of Kevin Johnson
A mostly-white jury convicted Kevin Johnson to death for taking the life of a cop who blocked family from giving CPR to his brother, who died.
Lizzo Shuts Down ‘Biggest Criticism’: That She Makes Music For White Audiences
Some people think Lizzo only makes music for white fans, but the singer is adamant that her songs are for Black people like her.
Comedians sue over drug search program at Atlanta airport
Clayton County police are the defendants in a lawsuit after the alleged racial profiling of comedians Eric André and Clayton English.
Racism in Soccer World to be Probed in Federation-Backed Documentary ‘Patrick Vieira – Off the Bench’
An upcoming documentary will take a deep dive into racism in soccer, which athletes have long had to deal with.
Revisiting San Juan Hill, the neighborhood destroyed to make way for Lincoln Center
Before Robert Moses razed San Juan Hill, it housed thousands of minorities. Now, it’s the home of the Lincoln Center.
Michaela Coel on Creativity, Romance, and the Path to Wakanda Forever
Fearless actor Michaela Coel stars in Marvel’s upcoming film Wakanda Forever, which continues the story of the fictitious country.
Philadelphia apologizes for experiments on Black inmates
The city of Philadelphia has officially apologized for 20 years of medical experimentation on Black inmates at Holmesburg Prison.
Killings of rappers are more than just a hip-hop problem, experts say
We shouldn’t overlook the larger societal significance when hip-hop artists such as Half Ounce are victims of gun violence.
Venus Williams, Spike Lee set for Black Entrepreneurs Day
Athletes and filmmakers were among those recognized for this year’s Black Entrepreneurs Day, which was founded by Daymond John.
The Fisk Jubilee Singers’ amazing story, from slavery to stardom
For more than 150 years, Fisk University’s Jubilee Singers have raised funds, spirits, and praise with their music.
Announcing Our Next Book Club Meeting
We’re happy to announce the next book in our book club: Overground Railroad. Pick up a copy today so you can join us on October 6th!
Young Black voters are dominating the Georgia midterms one student at a time
With the midterm election coming up next month, some young Black folks are trying to inspire others to vote.
Black queer Milwaukeeans on Netflix’s Jeffrey Dahmer series: ‘How dare you?’
Milwaukee’s Black gay residents who remember the terror inflicted on their community in the 1980s have choice words about the new Dahmer series.
How the ‘Black Metropolis’ made a comeback
Black urban centers like Chicago’s Bronzeville once thrived in America, and they’re on on their way up once again.
