A new survey finds 26% of young Black men in six battleground states are uncertain or unlikely to vote in the 2026 midterms, despite 92% saying...
Ben Jealous argues that America's long struggle for voting rights offers critical lessons for today, urging readers to remember the nation's history of expanding democracy while...
Marc H. Morial highlights the Obama Presidential Center as a model for equitable economic development, civic engagement, and community investment, arguing that the landmark project offers...
The NAACP Virginia State Conference has launched Freedom Summer VA 2.0 during Juneteenth Freedom Week, aiming to educate, register, and mobilize voters across Virginia while increasing...
Norfolk lawmakers showcased a wide range of legislation impacting voting rights, healthcare, transportation, veterans, AI protections, and consumer advocacy during a powerful town hall highlighting civic...
Suffolk’s S. Delois Mayes Scholarship Foundation will host its 12th Annual MLK Day of Service on January 19, 2026, uniting residents, leaders, and educators to honor...
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. united over 33,000 attendees in Washington, D.C., and online for its 57th National Convention, celebrating its legacy of activism and charting...
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The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) will present its Annual Mayors’ Masked Ball on March 22, 2025, in Hampton Roads. Hosted at the Newport News Marriott,...
An alarming 85.9 million eligible voters skipped the 2024 general election, outnumbering votes for either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris. As Trump’s controversial policies begin to...
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.
