Stevie Wonder's "Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart" tour rallies for unity and joy as he supports VP Kamala Harris’s presidential bid....
Missy Elliott, a Portsmouth native and legendary music artist, was honored at the White House with the 2022 National Medal of the Arts. Congressman Bobby Scott...
Norfolk State University's Alumni Homecoming 2024 celebration kicks off with a musical tribute to Luther Vandross and features a parade led by Senator L. Louise Lucas....
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...
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.
