Lawmakers, civil rights leaders, and family members gathered at the South Carolina State Capitol to honor Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, whose life journey came full circle...
A Suffolk church is tackling food insecurity head-on by growing fresh produce indoors and giving it away free. Using aeroponics technology, Greater Works Community Outreach Ministries...
A draft executive order circulating among pro-Trump activists raises alarm over potential federal intervention in U.S. elections. Critics warn the proposal could challenge constitutional limits on...
Artificial intelligence powers everything from fraud alerts to streaming playlists, but generative AI is changing the game. Delegate Cliff Hayes breaks down the critical differences between...
Three Virginia women helped transform American democracy—from the suffrage movement to the Supreme Court battle that ended the poll tax. Their courage reshaped voting rights and...
After 32 seasons in the NBA, Tony Brothers is stepping into a new arena. The longtime referee and former downtown restaurateur reflects on closing Brothers, family...
Cleo Elaine Powell has made history again, becoming the first woman to serve as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia. Sworn in during Women’s...
Understanding the 1 No Trump opening bid is essential to strong contract bridge play. This week’s Bridge Corner breaks down point ranges, hand requirements, and proper...
Virginia State University, Charlie Hill, HBCU Giving, VSU Honors College, Alumni Philanthropy, Black Education Leadership, Makola Abdullah, STEM Endowment, Historically Black Colleges A historic $1.5 million...
The ninth annual Hampton Roads Mayors’ Masked Ball returns March 7 at the Hilton Norfolk Main, uniting regional leaders, corporate partners, and HBCU advocates for an...
Delegate Cliff Hayes argues that requiring verified .gov domains for Virginia government agencies is a critical step toward stronger cybersecurity, fraud prevention, and public trust, aligning...
Country music’s foundation runs deeper than commonly told. From DeFord Bailey’s harmonica on the Grand Ole Opry stage to the Black bluesmen who shaped Hank Williams...
Tidewater Community College has become the first institution in Virginia to receive Sponsored State-Registered Apprenticeship designation, launching a regional consortium aimed at tackling workforce shortages and...
The closing of the Richmond Free Press marks the end of a 34-year pillar of Virginia’s Black Press. Founded by Ray Boone and led by Jean...
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.
