Amara and Kenneth Oparaji, twin siblings and co-valedictorians of Suffolk Christian Academy’s Class of 2025, are headed to top Virginia universities after delivering inspiring commencement speeches....
The forced resignation of UVA President James E. Ryan under federal pressure marks an alarming attack on academic freedom and DEI efforts in higher education, with...
Mayor Kenny Alexander, Norfolk’s first Black mayor, confirms he will complete his current term but not seek reelection in 2028, as he transitions into a new...
Mayor Kenny Alexander, Norfolk’s first Black mayor, confirms he will complete his current term but not seek reelection in 2028, as he transitions into a new...
Dr. Sharon Byrdsong's abrupt removal as Norfolk superintendent has ignited community concern as the district faces school closures and lingering achievement gaps, with a search now...
Dr. Bill Cannady, a pioneering force in Virginia’s public education system and former state superintendent, is remembered for his transformative leadership, mentorship, and lasting impact on...
A new report reveals how HBCUs are using online education to expand access, support working adults, and grow enrollment—fueling long-term institutional success and equity in higher...
Community leaders gathered to celebrate Geraldine Talley Hobby’s 80th birthday, honoring her legacy as one of the first Black students to desegregate Norfolk schools and her...
The Chesapeake Democratic Women honored six exceptional high school seniors with $1,000 scholarships during their annual luncheon, recognizing academic excellence and community service in the spirit...
Virginia Tech will honor iconic poet and educator Nikki Giovanni with a June 8 celebration featuring Kwame Alexander and Renee Watson in an afternoon of poetry,...