Congressman Al Green commends the Biden administration for initiating a federal review of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, calling for justice for the remaining survivors and...
The Blyden Branch Library celebrates 103 years of serving Norfolk, honoring its rich history and the legacy of its namesake, Edward W. Blyden, a pioneer of...
Three former Memphis officers have been convicted of witness tampering in Tyre Nichols' 2023 fatal beating, a case that sparked national protests and renewed calls for...
Virginia Opera celebrates its 50th anniversary with a dynamic 2024-25 season, opening with Don Giovanni and concluding with the world premiere of Loving v. Virginia, based...
Black men face significant health disparities, but proactive care and education can close the gap. Preventive measures, regular screenings, and community engagement are key to fostering...
The city of Portsmouth honored State Senator L. Louise Lucas by renaming a street near the casino she championed. A ceremony on September 28 celebrated her...
Ambassador Bismarck Myrick, a Portsmouth native and retired U.S. diplomat, passed on September 29, 2024. His distinguished career spanned military service, ambassadorships in Africa, and teaching...
Emmy-nominated actor John Amos, known for his iconic roles in Good Times and Roots, has passed away at the age of 84. Amos leaves behind a...
The Congressional Gold Medal was awarded to the pioneering "Hidden Figures"—Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, and Christine Darden—for their groundbreaking contributions to NASA and the...
A new study highlights that Black women in the U.S. face higher breast cancer mortality rates compared to white women across all subtypes, stressing the urgent...