Volunteers at Courtland’s 128-year-old Helping Hand Cemetery have identified 100 of 200 unmarked graves, honoring Black veterans and community leaders with the aid of ground-penetrating radar...
Through a heartfelt partnership between the Cousinz Festival and Dominion Energy, Norfolk’s Staten family received critical home upgrades just in time for summer heat, highlighting the...
The Congressional Black Caucus has joined forces with the Black Press of America to hold Target accountable for scaling back its diversity efforts, as the retail...
Dr. Richard A. Singletary, founder of Portsmouth’s African Art Museum and a lifelong educator, musician, and cultural scholar, passed away at 84, leaving behind a legacy...
Dr. Richard A. Singletary, founder of Portsmouth’s African Art Museum and a lifelong educator, musician, and cultural scholar, passed away at 84, leaving behind a legacy...
Chronic stress can accelerate cognitive decline, but researchers say simple lifestyle changes and social support may help prevent dementia and promote healthy aging across all life...
Through a heartfelt partnership between the Cousinz Festival and Dominion Energy, Norfolk’s Staten family received critical home upgrades just in time for summer heat, highlighting the...
Portsmouth is recruiting freelance videographers to document the city’s stories, with hopes of producing award-worthy content that highlights local culture, history, and community life. #PortsmouthVA #FreelanceVideographer...
From Baltimore to Los Angeles, Black mayors are leading historic drops in violent crime through evidence-based strategies and community partnerships, but national media coverage remains minimal....
I.C. Norcom’s Morgan M. Weaver, a rising senior and standout leader, represented Portsmouth at Virginia Girls State 2025, advocating for Black mental health and civic leadership....
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.
