Betty Jean Reed Kea, a member of the Norfolk 17 who desegregated Granby High School in 1959, passed away May 13 in Baltimore, just days before...
Before Memorial Day became a national tradition, African-Americans in Portsmouth observed “Decoration Day” to honor fallen heroes with parades and grave adornments—a legacy being revived this...
The acquittal of three former Memphis officers in the 2023 death of Tyre Nichols has ignited national outrage, with civil rights leaders calling it a miscarriage...
High-profile Black women like Susan L. Taylor, Alicia Keys, and Simone Biles are shattering stigma by sharing how they battled and beat depression, helping others find...
Nearly 80 years after their vital service in World War II, the all-Black, all-female 6888th Battalion has finally received the Congressional Gold Medal, honoring their extraordinary...
The FDA’s suspension of a critical milk testing program amid staffing cuts is raising alarms among food safety experts and Black health advocates concerned about rising...
The State of the People POWER Tour has launched in 10 states to build a unified Black agenda by Juneteenth 2025, spotlighting local leadership and addressing...
At the 2025 White House Correspondents’ Dinner, April Ryan was celebrated as the longest-serving Black White House correspondent, highlighting the enduring impact of Black journalists on...
By Leonard E. Colvin Chief Reporter Emeritus New Journal and Guide Virginians are facing another year of elections with races for Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General...
In a searing opinion, Dennis Edwards examines the ironic fallout of Trump’s 2024 re-election support, where many Hispanic and Black voters are now targets of the...
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