Virginia State University becomes the first HBCU to host the Chesapeake District FIRST Robotics Competition Championship, drawing about 3,000 students and families to compete in a...
As America’s 250th anniversary approaches, Williamsburg’s historic First Baptist Church is strengthening security while preserving its legacy as one of the nation’s oldest Black congregations. #BlackHistory...
Congressman Bobby Scott led a solemn moment of silence in Congress honoring Lt. Col. Brandon Shah following the tragic shooting at Old Dominion University, as the...
During a visit to Chesapeake, Senator Mark Warner criticized the recent U.S. attack on Iran, calling it a “war of choice” and saying intelligence showed no...
The Congressional Black Caucus has joined forces with the Black Press of America to hold Target accountable for scaling back its diversity efforts, as the retail...
Target’s new partnership with the National Baptist Convention, announced amid an active DEI boycott, has drawn sharp criticism from faith leaders, activists, and supporters who call...
Dr. Bill Cannady, a pioneering force in Virginia’s public education system and former state superintendent, is remembered for his transformative leadership, mentorship, and lasting impact on...
CBS’s new soap opera Beyond the Gates brings a prestigious Black family to daytime TV at a time when DEI programs are under attack. Executive Producer...
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,...
In a thrilling homecoming game, Norfolk State University celebrated a hard-fought 21-20 victory over Howard University in front of 31,876 fans, marking the second-highest attendance in...
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.
