
Mayor Phillip Jones of Newport News has been named one of the Ten Outstanding Young Americans by the U.S. Junior Chamber, recognizing his national leadership and...

More than $140 million in grants have been canceled at HBCUs since March, impacting scholarships, research, and health disparity studies—signaling a growing funding crisis with real...

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...