Patti LaBelle advocates for greater visibility and access to diabetes technology in minority communities, sharing her own health journey to raise awareness. #SeeDiabetes #DiabetesAwareness
The "All Girls Matter Empowerment Conference" arrives in Hampton Roads, empowering girls and addressing critical topics to create safe spaces for their growth.
The confidential settlement with Thermo Fisher Scientific over the use of Henrietta Lacks' cells sets a precedent for compensation and control of HeLa cells.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity moves 2025 convention from Florida due to "harmful, racist, and insensitive" policies affecting African-Americans.
Virginia Wesleyan University and Virginia MOCA join forces to create a state-of-the-art arts facility, fostering creativity and education in the community.
Virginia State University breaks ground on a $120 million Academic Commons building, named after Alfred W. Harris, set for completion in 2024.
St. Mary's members and other Catholics attend the National Black Catholic Congress XIII, a significant cultural and faith-based event.
Authorities reopen investigation into Tupac Shakur's unsolved killing after nearly three decades, following recent breakthroughs in other high-profile cases
HBCUs may revamp admissions policies after the Supreme Court's affirmative action decision, aiming to maintain education quality and diversi
Supporters are hopeful about the future of Booker T. Washington High School as it becomes a STEAM Academy, but remain cautious about funding and resources.
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.
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From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
