The grand opening of Charleston's African American Museum at Gadsden's Wharf marks a historic moment, showcasing exhibits that tell stories of trauma and joy in African...
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax delivers a powerful keynote speech at the Chesapeake Juneteenth event, emphasizing the significance of freedom and reconnecting with history.
This article highlights the significant role of African-Americans in the inception of Memorial Day. Formerly enslaved individuals and their descendants initiated the holiday, originally known as...
By Leonard E. Colvin Chief Reporter New Journal & Guide After 14 years, hours of research and a few technical barriers, the monument honoring the Norfolk...
Eugene Butler makes history as the first Black judge to serve in Lynchburg, Virginia.
By New Journal and Guide Staff Mrs. Mary Ferguson of Norfolk was the last known person to have helped construct the Norfolk Botanical Garden (NBG) during...
By Jaelyn Scott Winter Intern New Journal and Guide Maggie Lena Walker was born on July 15, 1864, in Richmond, Virginia. She was born to Elizabeth...
By Leonard E. Colvin Chief Reporter New Journal and Guide Virginia State Democratic Senator Jennifer McClellan won the special election held Feb. 21 to fill the...
In 2020, in a long-overdue move, Virginia removed from its state capitol the busts and statues honoring Confederate generals and officials. And recently, the Virginia Supreme...
By Rosaland Tyler Associate Editor New Journal and Guide Dr. Joanne Harris Lucas, a retired Virginia Beach educator, still cherishes a keepsake autograph that the Rev....
