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‘It was the best life.’ Unearthing a forgotten piece of Black history in an Akron park

A park in Akron gives a glimpse into local history and the Black community that once lived in the neighborhood.

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Black Residents Liken Mississippi’s New Court System to ‘Modern Day Slavery’

This week, a controversial state-run court opens in predominantly Black capital city, despite overwhelming opposition from Black residents.

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Harvard Outsources Program to Identify Descendants of Those Enslaved by University Affiliates, Lays Off Internal Staff

New England-based nonprofit American Ancestors will continue identifying enslaved people and their descendants rather than Harvard staff.

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Barbie doll of Aaliyah sells out on late R&B star’s birthday

For those who missed out, the Aaliyah Barbie will be available to purchase from Target after January 26th.

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Michigan Lynching Victims Memorial

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Michigan Lynching Victims Memorial Share Special Exhibits The Freedom-Lovers’ Roll Call Wall Stories Behind the Postcards: Paintings and Collages of Jennifer Scott Risking Everything: The Fight for Black Voting Rights…

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Black History Month 2025

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Celebrate Black History Month 2025 ABHM art

Celebrate Black History Month with us, a time to honor the extraordinary resilience, achievements, and contributions of the Black community. Join in acknowledging the rich tapestry of Black history, embracing stories of triumph over adversity.

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Florida students are giving up Saturdays to learn Black history lessons their schools don’t teach

Volunteers are teaching Black history to students who have no chance to learn it because of Florida’s education restrictions.

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This Milwaukee firearms instructor helps students make a home defense plan — and a gun storage strategy

Former law enforcement head to local schools and homes to talk about gun safety, and man are ready to hear their message.

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DC’s Attorney General Is Suing Amazon for Secretly Excluding Majority-Black Neighborhoods From Prime Deliveries

The retail giant cites safety concern for driving as the reason it pulled out of deliveries in some Washington DC neighborhoods.

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The Strangers by Ekow Eshun review – five Black pioneers

Colin Grant reviews a book in which the author parallels the racism faced by notable figures such as Malcolm X with his own life.

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