The 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington serves as a reminder of the monumental strides achieved by the Civil Rights Movement. While symbolic marches are...
Reflecting on the past, Malverse Nicholson, a pioneer African American journalist, recalls his experience covering the monumental 1963 March on Washington. #CivilRights #Journalism
By Leonard E. Colvin Chief Reporter New Journal and Guide Attorney William T. Mason, Jr., 96, the offspring of one of the most distinguished Norfolk families,...
PORTSMOUTH Rivers Casino Portsmouth celebrated its grand opening today—making history as the Commonwealth of Virginia’s first full-service permanent casino. The event kicked off with a special...
NORFOLK In observance of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., area residents gathered at the Attucks Theatre to hear inspirational speeches before marching to...
Norfolk Plans Annual MLK Ceremony and Unity Walk NORFOLK The City of Norfolk will host a ceremony filled with guest speakers, music, and performances on Monday,...
Special To The New Journal and Guide On July 30, Nichelle Nichols, known for her role as communications officer Lt. Nyota Uhura...
By Rosaland Tyler Associate Editor New Journal and Guide Dr. Joanne Harris Lucas, a retired Virginia Beach educator, still cherishes a keepsake autograph that the Rev....
By Wornie Reed, Ph.D. Two decades after his assassination, Martin Luther King, Jr., was highly regarded. His favorability rating was 76 percent among white Americans. By then,...
