Black America is celebrating the election of Pope Leo XIV, whose Creole and Haitian lineage traces back to New Orleans’ 7th Ward, marking a historic moment...
High-profile Black women like Susan L. Taylor, Alicia Keys, and Simone Biles are shattering stigma by sharing how they battled and beat depression, helping others find...
Seven exceptional individuals will be inducted into the VIA Heritage Association Hall of Fame on June 20 in Charlottesville, celebrating achievements in athletics, education, and leadership...
After suffering a public health scare, Bishop T.D. Jakes officially announced his daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and her husband Touré Roberts will succeed him as senior...
Nearly 80 years after their vital service in World War II, the all-Black, all-female 6888th Battalion has finally received the Congressional Gold Medal, honoring their extraordinary...
Rev. Dr. William Barber II and two clergy members were arrested in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda after peacefully praying to protest the federal budget’s impact on...
The world premiere of Loving v. Virginia by the Virginia Opera delivers a stirring tale of love and justice, reimagining a pivotal civil rights case through...
A rare 1963 letter penned by Malcolm X after his suspension from the Nation of Islam following JFK remarks sold for $11,344, revealing his unyielding beliefs...
National Urban League CEO Marc Morial warns that the U.S. has entered a dangerous era of authoritarianism, citing a court-defying deportation as a symbol of the...
By Leonard E. Colvin Chief Reporter Emeritus New Journal and Guide Virginians are facing another year of elections with races for Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General...
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.
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