Breaking News! History in the Making
Renowned jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis has died, age 87
Legendary jazz musician Ramsey Lewis will be remembered for playing the piano, something he did for 83 years of his life.
Black women winning at the 2022 Emmys is more than just a monumental moment in Hollywood
The Emmys show that Black women are finally getting the recognition they deserve, which will hopefully encourage more support in the future.
The FBI monitored Aretha Franklin’s role in the civil rights movement for years
Aretha Franklin’s activism was as important to the singer as her music career. Apparently, the FBI agreed because they watched her for years.
Philadelphia man completes over 400-mile walk along the Underground Railroad in honor of Harriet Tubman
Kenneth Johnston recently finished a his Walk of Freedom of more than 400 miles in honor of abolitionist Harriet Tubman.
Texas leaders outraged by New York Times project on slavery answered with ‘Texas 1836 project’
The Texas 1836 project frames the history of the state in patriotic terms, ultimately whitewashing history and glossing over oppression.
Democrats’ Black Male Voter Problem
Candidates like Stacey Abrams make big claims about their electability–if only Black men will head to the polls this November.
Redefining What Nerd Culture Looks Like
Nerd culture hasn’t traditionally been invited for people of color, but one Black cosplay group has proved they belong there, too.
A Black pastor sues the police who arrested him while watering his neighbors’ flowers
The Black community has faced suspicion while walking, working, shopping, driving, or watering a neighbor’s flowers as in this recent story.
‘Sidney’ Tackles The Not-So-Comfortable Conversations About A Black Cinema Icon
The upcoming documentary about Sidney Poitier delves into sometimes uncomfortable questions as it examines the actor’s real life.
Black gay community concerned monkeypox response is inadequate
Some Black gay men have criticized doctors for ignoring their monkey pox symptoms, while others have yet to receive critical information.
Two Barbers, a YouTube Channel and the Truth About Race at the Racetrack
Rasi Harper and Maurice Davis reveal the inner workings of horse racing, including complex race dynamics, to their YouTube viewers,
Governor Murphy Signs Bipartisan Bill Establishing Black Heritage Trail in New Jersey
New Jersey has passed a bill that will create a Black History Heritage Trail dedicated to the state’s historic Black figures.
After a Black man is fatally shot in bed by officers, Ohio police change policy on late-night warrants
Police have killed yet another Black person while serving a nighttime warrant. This time, policies have changed immediately.
Black Fashion Designer Claims Luxury Brand Balenciaga ‘Borrowed’ His Design
Fashioned designer Lamont Stapleton is the latest Black creator to discover that someone else has stolen his ideas to turn a profit.
Teddy Bears and Racial Justice: How St. Louis Became a Laboratory for Social Work
St. Louis is as representative as any city of America’s racist past, but the city could also become a symbol of how to move forward.
Queen Elizabeth’s death revives criticism of Britain’s legacy of colonialism
While some mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth the II, the others recognize her connections to slavery and other human rights violations.
Bernard Shaw, CNN’s chief anchor for 20 years, dies at 82
The passing of trailblazing news anchor Bernard Shaw, who worked for CNN for two decades, has inspired kind words from former coworkers.
Original ‘Lord of the Rings’ cast joins Amazon in pushing back against ‘Rings of Power’ racist criticism
After Amazon debuted a new Lord of the Ring series, some criticized the decision to cast people of color as Tolkien characters.
Florence Nightingale’s Rival Gets the Last Laugh
While Florence Nightingale is known to many, her Black counterpart, Mary Seacole, has been lost to history. Until now, that is.
