Norfolk officials and residents unveiled a historic marker at the Attucks Theatre, recognizing its 107-year legacy as a cornerstone of Black history, culture, and community preservation....
Ben Crump argues that true dignity and freedom — central to Dr. King’s legacy — cannot be realized without financial stability, and calls for practical pathways...
By Dr. Cliff Hayes Delegate Virginia General Assembly Recently, I asked Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue, Blythe Scott, about technology trends. She immediately pointed out to...
Claudette Colvin, who refused to give up her bus seat months before Rosa Parks and later helped end bus segregation through the courts, has died at...
Virginia made history as Abigail Spanberger was sworn in as its first female governor, joined by groundbreaking leaders and a packed inaugural celebration celebrating progress and...
A record 37-member Virginia Legislative Black Caucus leads a Democratic majority in the 164th General Assembly, advancing reproductive rights, voting reforms, marriage equality and mid-decade redistricting....
The Hampton Roads American Heart Association hosted its third annual Women in Media Luncheon at Norfolk’s Slover Library, uniting influential communicators to spotlight women’s cardiovascular health...
Communities across Hampton Roads, Virginia, and the nation will honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with parades, concerts, days of service, and unity events that reflect...
In this video, Lynn Jones-Turpin directly addresses false claims targeting the Jacksonville Free Press, underscoring the long-standing role of Black-owned newspapers in delivering verified reporting, community...
Dr. King’s Poor People’s Campaign highlighted economic justice demands that still resonate today, as millions of Americans struggle with rising costs for housing, health care, child...
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.
