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Teachers say in new survey they’re being told not to talk about racism and race
The majority of teachers of color recognize the importance of talking about race, which some teachers have been prohibited from doing.

Howard University Welcomes Jordan Brand to the Family
Jordan Brands has signed a 20-year deal with notable HCBU Howard University that will support the Black community and highly HBCU athletics.

Serena Williams’ legacy was powered by tennis – but her influence on Black girls and women was just as profound
After Serena Williams announced her impending retirement from tennis, many reflect on the athlete’s legacy in the face of sexism and racism.

Slavery Fueled Our Climate Crisis. Here’s How Reparations Can Slow It Down.
Sage Howard argues that reparations toward former slaves can contribute toward battling the current climate crisis.

For many Black Kentuckians and Tennesseans, August 8 is a day to mark freedom
Some Black Americans recognize and celebrate August 8th as the date when enslaved Americans were finally granted their freedom.

Airlines struggling with shortages want to recruit more diverse pilots. This HBCU could be a solution.
A lack of pilots could mean employment opportunities for Black Americans–if flight school becomes economically feasible for this population.

Vote for ABHM in the 2022 Mandi Awards
Show your appreciation for ABHM by voting for us in the People’s Choice category of the Mandi Awards, open until August 10th.

Join Us for Bronzeville Week
Join American’s Black Holocaust Museum for these events during Milwaukee’s Bronzeville Week to learn about the city’s Black history.

Alabama town moves to dissolve its police department over texted racist joke
A racist text shared between Vincent Police Department officers in Alabama led to mass resignation and dissolution of the department.

Cops Tied to Breonna Taylor’s Death Arrested and Charged
Federal law enforcement have officially charged former Louisville police officers who were involved in the 2020 death of Breonna Taylor.

Former Obama White House staff reflects on serving America’s first Black president
Former White Houses staffers remember President Obama as inspiring and authentic as they reflect on his legacy five years later.

Historic part of Portland’s African American community looks to rebuild with grant
The Billy Webb Elks Lodge can begin reconstruction after a 2021 fire thanks to a grant recognizing its importance to African American heritage.

The Woman King Is ‘An Illustration Of The Absolute Power Of The Dark-Skinned Black Woman,’ Says Viola Davis
Viola Davis stars as an Amazon in ‘The Woman King,’ an upcoming movie that tells the epic story of historic 18th-century Amazon warriors.

FOX 13 Investigates: Despite training, SLCPD stands over a stabbing victim instead of giving first aid
Salt Lake City police took 27 minutes to arrive after a 911 call and failed to treat a stabbing victim as he bled out. He later died.

Mary Alice Should Have Been A Household Name. But She Wasn’t A Part Of White Hollywood.
The recent passing of talented Black actor Mary Alice went mostly unnoticed due to Hollywood’s refusal to acknowledge Black talent.

102-year-old WWII Veteran from Segregated Mail Unit Honored
102-year-old Romay Davis was honored for her service in the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, which delivered mail during WWII.