As testimony unfolds in Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking and racketeering trial, 12 diverse jurors must now weigh shocking allegations of abuse, control, and criminal...
Before Memorial Day became a national tradition, African-Americans in Portsmouth observed “Decoration Day” to honor fallen heroes with parades and grave adornments—a legacy being revived this...
The Chesapeake Juneteenth Foundation is organizing a bus trip to Hopewell, VA for the 2025 Shove Off Day ceremony, highlighting Virginia’s key role in the journey...
The Supreme Court has ruled Alabama’s redistricting violated the Voting Rights Act, marking a major win for Black voters and the NAACP Legal Defense Fund in...
A powerful new memoir anthology, A Gathering of Voices, brings together six acclaimed writers—including Denise Nicholas and Hattie Winston—to share personal, lyrical stories of resilience, growth,...
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...
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.
