As Black History Month 2025 highlights "African Americans and Labor," a new wave of DEI rollbacks and voting restrictions threatens hard-won progress. From corporate cutbacks to...
George William Millner was a pioneering labor leader who fought tirelessly for Black dockworkers' rights in Norfolk. As the first Black president of ILA Local 1248,...
By Dr. Karsonya Wise Whitehead ASALH National President In the history of this country, in the ongoing fight against racial oppression, against a white supremacist narrative,...
Henry L. Marsh III, Richmond’s first Black mayor and a towering figure in Virginia’s civil rights and political history, leaves behind a lasting legacy of advocacy,...
Hampton, Virginia honors "The Dixie Three," Black nurses who protested segregation in 1963, with a Heritage marker at the former Dixie Hospital site, recognizing their pivotal...
The Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office concludes Black History Month by honoring two retired trailblazers, Colonel William C. Bennett, Jr. and Captain Junius “Nick” Moore, for their remarkable...
A heartfelt tribute celebrates the contributions of African-American personalities to the rich history of Black Radio in Hampton Roads, bringing the community together in a memorable...
The NAC Save Our Youth Foundation honors Clarence F. Nelson Jr. and outstanding students with scholarships, featuring esteemed speakers and a vibrant celebration of African-American achievement."...
Kwame Alexander celebrates Black poetry at a special book signing event in PURE LAGOS. #BlackHistoryMonth #KwameAlexander #Poetry #AfricanArt #CommunityEvent
"Explore the groundbreaking contributions of Pauli Murray, Audre Lorde, and Danielle Evans to African-American literature, as they fearlessly tackled issues of identity, activism, and feminism through...
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.
