As Black retirees face increasing financial strain due to rising living costs and inadequate Social Security benefits, racial wealth gaps continue to deepen, highlighting the urgent...
A bronze statue of Henrietta Lacks was unveiled in South Boston, honoring her legacy and the contributions of her HeLa cells, which revolutionized medical research worldwide....
In celebration of its 124th anniversary, the New Journal and Guide honored seven NAACP branches from Hampton Roads at the 10th Annual Impacting Lives Breakfast Ceremony,...
Rep. Colin Allred highlights the importance of voting in safeguarding democracy, fighting voter suppression, and honoring the legacies of civil rights icons like John Lewis and...
Vice President Kamala Harris visited two Black mega churches in Georgia, rallying voters for the 2024 election, while Black denominations nationwide continue mobilizing African-American communities through...
The media's favoritism toward Donald Trump is once again evident, with more coverage given to trivial issues from past elections than his current federal criminal indictment....
David Greenberg's "John Lewis: A Life" offers an in-depth exploration of the civil rights icon’s life, from his early struggles with racism to his pivotal role...
Don Carey, mayoral candidate for Chesapeake, refuses to back down after facing political lawsuits aimed at silencing his campaign, vowing to fight for issues such as...
The Omaha Star, Nebraska’s only Black-owned newspaper, is expanding its legacy by creating a Black Journalism Center. Under the leadership of Terri Sanders, the paper's historic...
The long-awaited Sentara-EVMS Comprehensive Sickle Cell Program officially opened its doors, offering vital services to sickle cell patients in Hampton Roads, a result of years of...
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.
