Dr. Sharon Byrdsong's abrupt removal as Norfolk superintendent has ignited community concern as the district faces school closures and lingering achievement gaps, with a search now...
Tyler Perry’s Straw, starring Taraji P. Henson, has become the most-watched film of 2025, topping Netflix’s global charts with nearly 49 million views and earning major...
Target’s decision to scale back its diversity and equity efforts has triggered national backlash, led by civil rights groups and Black media, resulting in sales declines...
Target’s decision to scale back its diversity and equity efforts has triggered national backlash, led by civil rights groups and Black media, resulting in sales declines...
As conflict escalates between Israel and Iran, President Trump shortens his G-7 trip and doubles down on warnings to Tehran, while Sen. Tim Kaine introduces legislation...
As the nation marks Juneteenth—commemorating June 19, 1865, when federal troops enforced the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas—Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. calls for a deeper reckoning...
Community leaders gathered to celebrate Geraldine Talley Hobby’s 80th birthday, honoring her legacy as one of the first Black students to desegregate Norfolk schools and her...
The Chesapeake Democratic Women honored six exceptional high school seniors with $1,000 scholarships during their annual luncheon, recognizing academic excellence and community service in the spirit...
Civil rights pioneer Barbara Rose Johns is set to replace Robert E. Lee in Statuary Hall, honoring her pivotal role in desegregation and Black student activism...
President Trump's decision to deploy the National Guard to Los Angeles without Governor Newsom’s approval has reignited controversy, echoing his 2020 response to BLM protests and...
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.
