The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the Mississippi State Senate, accusing it of underpaying Black attorney Kristie Metcalfe. The lawsuit claims Metcalfe...
The Norfolk NAACP celebrated its 65th Annual Life Membership & Freedom Fund Dinner, honoring community leaders like Dr. Robert G. Murray and James Rivers, with keynote...
Dr. Wilmer J. Leon reflects on why Kamala Harris' presidential campaign failed in 2024, offering a critical analysis of the Democratic Party’s strategy, internal contradictions, and...
Despite a history-making bid by Kamala Harris, the Democratic Party’s failure to mobilize key Black and Latino voter bases helped usher Donald Trump back to the...
Quincy Jones, a musical icon whose career spanned over seven decades, has passed away at the age of 91. Known for producing Michael Jackson’s Thriller, Jones’s...
Reflecting on the historic 2024 election, publisher Brenda H. Andrews questions the impact of America’s choice between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Despite high hopes for...
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,...
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.
