As Black History Month marks 100 years of national commemoration in 2026, the legacy of Carter G. Woodson and ASALH reminds the nation that Black history...
Chincoteague Island’s beloved Death by Chocolate event returns for its 20th year, inviting visitors to explore Main Street, enjoy sweet treats, and support local businesses during...
Fundraising is essential for nonprofit survival and growth. As a board member in 2026, you must understand financial goals, build a strong donor pipeline, and ensure...
The NVIDIA Blackwell AI superchip is named for David Harold Blackwell, a brilliant Black mathematician whose work underpins modern artificial intelligence. His story exposes how racism...
Bridge players and beginners alike can look ahead to a full slate of 2026 activities, including flexible 8-week Beginning Bridge Lessons in Virginia Beach and upcoming...
A growing share of Americans are reaching age 40 without ever marrying, with the trend especially pronounced among African Americans. New Pew Research data highlights shifting...
Speaking in Hampton Roads ahead of America’s 250th anniversary, VA250 Chair Carly Fiorina urged Americans to reject propaganda and confront the full, complex history of the...
Black-owned and Black-led businesses across Minnesota shut down operations during a statewide general strike, using economic power to protest ICE violence, federal occupation, and the fear...
Julianne Malveaux argues that global power decisions—from military spending to climate geopolitics—directly shape Black life in America, warning that racial justice at home cannot be separated...
As Black History Month approaches, the NNPA names civil rights attorney Ben Crump and former President Barack Obama among the most influential Black newsmakers of the...
Citing fatal ICE shootings, federal pressure on Minnesota officials, and demands for voter rolls, this commentary warns that unchecked power under the Trump administration has crossed...
From Minneapolis shootings by federal agents to controversial civil rights rhetoric and aggressive immigration enforcement, Trump’s unchecked power reverberates across U.S. communities, fueling protests and constitutional...
W. Ralph Eubanks traces how the Mississippi Delta’s fertile land became synonymous with entrenched poverty, revealing a powerful history of racism, resilience, and memory in this...
The NAACP and 74 advocacy groups urged Congress to hold ICE and DHS accountable amid allegations of racial profiling and violence, and multiple polls reveal a...
The Digital Download is a weekly column dedicated to exploring the power, promise, and impact of technology in our everyday lives, written by Delegate Cliff Hayes, an experienced technology leader and public servant.
The column aims to educate, inform, and empower readers with insight into how digital tools, innovations, and trends are shaping our communities, policies, and futures.
From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
