The 12th Annual Jazz Legacy Foundation Weekend, held from November 7-10 at the Hampton Convention Center, celebrates the rich legacy of jazz music. The event features...
The U.S. Supreme Court will review Virginia’s recent voter roll purge after a federal judge ruled it violated the National Voter Registration Act. The ruling, which...
As early voting surges across the U.S., both parties push hard to secure critical ballots in the final days before Election Day. With battleground states like...
Pharrell Williams' animated documentary Piece By Piece, directed by Morgan Neville, offers a playful look into the musician's career. While it delivers charm and catchy tunes,...
As political exhaustion deepens, Americans face a critical moment in the 2024 election. Despite frustration with partisanship, the importance of staying engaged, especially with increasing voter...
Stevie Wonder's "Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart" tour rallies for unity and joy as he supports VP Kamala Harris’s presidential bid....
Missy Elliott, a Portsmouth native and legendary music artist, was honored at the White House with the 2022 National Medal of the Arts. Congressman Bobby Scott...
Norfolk State University's Alumni Homecoming 2024 celebration kicks off with a musical tribute to Luther Vandross and features a parade led by Senator L. Louise Lucas....
A bronze statue of Henrietta Lacks was unveiled in South Boston, honoring her legacy and the contributions of her HeLa cells, which revolutionized medical research worldwide....
In celebration of its 124th anniversary, the New Journal and Guide honored seven NAACP branches from Hampton Roads at the 10th Annual Impacting Lives Breakfast Ceremony,...
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.
