Civil rights attorney Ben Crump secured a $779.3 million wrongful death verdict for the family of Lewis Butler, marking one of the largest negligent-security awards in...
In “A Great Generation,” Dr. Wornie Reed reflects on the courage of the people who joined the 1961 Freedom Rides — black and white alike —...
Viola Ford “Mother” Fletcher, the oldest known survivor of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, died November 24 at age 111 — leaving behind a legacy of...
Kehinde Andrews’ new book Nobody Can Give You Freedom dismantles myths about Malcolm X, highlighting his global vision, intellectual depth, and the lasting lessons of systemic...
Target’s decision to scale back its diversity and equity efforts has triggered national backlash, led by civil rights groups and Black media, resulting in sales declines...
Target’s decision to scale back its diversity and equity efforts has triggered national backlash, led by civil rights groups and Black media, resulting in sales declines...
Chief Larry Boone recounts the personal and professional turmoil of leading Norfolk’s police force in the wake of George Floyd’s death—navigating trust, identity, and public unrest...
Fifty-nine white South African Afrikaners were welcomed as refugees in the U.S. following a Trump executive order, igniting controversy over racial bias in immigration and prompting...
The Virginia Beach NAACP is calling out the decision to deny Delegate Don Scott, the first Black Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates, the chance...
From Freedom Rides to Supreme Court victories, John Lewis and Thurgood Marshall shaped history with courage and conviction. Their unwavering fight against segregation and injustice paved...
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.
