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Black History Month

This Black August, we take a look at the Black women political prisoners whose sacrifices the movement often leaves out. 

The exhibit, which opened in 2010, honors the lives of the nine enslaved people held there who were owned as property by President George Washington.

Civil rights activist Medgar Evers gave a televised speech in 1963 on the local station WLBT, speaking out against segregation in Mississippi. 

On what would have been Assata Shakur’s 79th birthday, the Assata Shakur Memorial Committee launches a new digital archive to honor the legendary freedom fighter.

With the recent success of rising rock band The Paradox, we looked back at the Black pioneers of alternative music who helped pave the way.

Black music has always moved the culture. Without us, 85% of popular music, fashion, language, and mannerisms wouldn’t exist. The real story, though, isn’t just about the artists and tastemakers. It’s about ownership. Who controlled the masters? Who owned the publishing? Who built the infrastructure? For over a century, Black creatives have fought not just […]

The NAACP put its full support behind the Living Wage For All bill, which aims to raise minimum wage to at least $30 in NY and $25 federally.

Black history continues unfolding every day. A new generation of Black activists leads movements that demand accountability and build opportunity. These leaders organize communities, influence policy, and reshape national conversations. Their work in 2026 reflects the future direction of Black leadership across multiple movements. Future Black History Leaders to Watch in 2026 Alicia GarzaAlicia Garza […]

Highlighting 20 unsung Black history heroes whose contributions deserve wider recognition.

There are cruises, and then there are experiences that make you feel like you have stepped inside a movie. Disney Destiny is exactly that kind of dream come true for any kid, or kid at heart, who ever imagined traveling the seas alongside their favorite superheroes. From the moment you step onboard Disney Destiny, it […]

Black coaches have made significant contributions to sports, breaking barriers and inspiring generations. Playing a crucial role in sports, Black coaches in sports began breaking barriers, fostering diversity, and inspiring future generations. The first Black coach in professional sports, Fritz Pollard, became a trailblazer in 1921 as co-coach of the Akron Pros in the NFL, […]