Dr. Wornie Reed advocates for a U.S. Shadow Cabinet to counter anti-democratic trends, drawing inspiration from England’s system and the historic Black Cabinet. This approach would...
Following public backlash, the U.S. Air Force has reversed its decision to remove training videos on the Tuskegee Airmen and WASPs, ensuring recruits continue learning about...
Mary Frances Berry’s "Slavery After Slavery" uncovers the heartbreaking stories of Black children forced into post-Civil War "apprenticeships," a system that extended slavery’s reach. This powerful...
Virginia Beach will unveil a historical marker on February 8, 2025, honoring Willis Augustus Hodges, a pioneering abolitionist, journalist, and civil rights advocate who became the...
Snoop Dogg’s unexpected performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration Crypto Ball has stirred controversy on social media, with fans questioning his shift in political alignment and drawing...
Virginia House Speaker Don Scott, the first Black Speaker in the state's history, received a presidential pardon from Joe Biden, recognizing his journey from incarceration to...
In a historic final act, President Joe Biden posthumously pardoned Marcus Garvey, the Pan-Africanist leader whose vision of Black empowerment and self-reliance inspired global movements and...
Trailblazing journalist April Ryan, the longest-serving Black White House Correspondent, joins Black Press USA as Washington Bureau Chief and Senior White House Correspondent, continuing a legacy...
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1960 speech, "Keep Moving From This Mountain," resonates today as Black voter turnout faces new challenges, echoing the momentum and setbacks...
Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott criticizes President Trump’s first-day executive orders, citing a lack of focus on economic relief and bipartisan efforts to lower costs for American...
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.
