30 Black Americans To Celebrate During Black History Month and Beyond
Every Black History Month and Juneteenth, pioneers in African American history are often mentioned like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Muhammad Ali and Harriet Tubman. They are revered and in the spotlight because they are on stamps,
What you should know about Black History Month: From its origins to current misconceptions
Black History Month wasn’t always a monthlong celebration. In February 1926, historian and author Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week. It was a weeklong celebration in an effort to teach people about African-American history and the contributions of Black people.
The theme of Black History Month 2025 is ‘African Americans and Labor’
Groups celebrating Black History Month are including this year’s theme of African Americans and Labor as part of their commemorations.
Where to celebrate Black History Month 2025 around West Michigan
West Michigan residents looking to honor and celebrate Black History Month have a series of various activities to partake in this year. Black History Month honors the achievements and contributions of African Americans to the country every February.
Black History Month: When it started, why it's so significant in the US
Black History Month was officially recognized almost 50 years ago. Here's what to know about the month-long celebration of Black culture.
120 Inspiring Black History Month Quotes
February is Black History Month and we've rounded up 120 inspiring Black History Month quotes from civil rights icons including Martin Luther King Jr., Frederick Douglass and W.E.B. Du Bois. These powerful public figures have left a mark on our country with their insightful words,
Alsobrooks grills Kennedy on belief that Black Americans should get different vaccine schedules
Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) on Thursday grilled Department of Health and Human Services nominee Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s ...
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One of the Oldest Surviving Operas by a Black American Composer Will Be Performed for the First Time—138 Years After It Was Written
Edmond Dédé's 1887 magnum opus "Morgiane"—billed as "the most important opera never heard"—will finally get its premiere ...
Tucker Carlson Says Meghan Markle Does Not Represent Black Americans
Tucker Carlson says Meghan Markle was used as a proxy by "a whole class of people whose cart was being overturned by Trump." ...
What we know so far about the American Airlines-Black Hawk helicopter crash
The search and rescue mission was transitioning to a recovery mission, and no survivors were expected, DC Fire and EMS Chief ...
BLACK HISTORY MONTH: Irish, African American connection linked by slavery, neighborhoods, tragedy
While historical tensions have been acknowledged, a shared solidarity and activism highlighted the relationship between Blacks and the Irish in the U.S., which would be defined by social, cultural ...
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20 Must-Read Books For Every African American
Every African American should read—or reread—this list of 20 books that amplify the voices that shaped our collective consciousness.
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African American Children’s Book Fair marks 33 years of championing literacy
The book fair is meant to inspire the next generation of readers by making books accessible to all while serving the need of ...
What Trump’s cabinet picks mean for Black Americans as hearings continue
With each announcement of a Cabinet nominee, Trump moved closer to assembling a team of advisers with a long history of ...
Amid Trump’s Anti-Diversity Effort, Black History Month Takes on New Meaning
Feb. 1 marks the first day of Black History Month, and suddenly the study of the Black experience may feel like an act of ...