The Ethiopian-American filmmaker made history as the first Black woman to direct a stop-motion short film for Pixar with 'Self' on Disney+.
We all love Janelle Monáe, and when it comes to performances, she is always on point, but if you checked social media following her 2025 Grammys performance, her impersonation of Michael Jackson during the tribute for the late Quincy Jones was a rare miss.
President Trump revoked a measure that ensures equal opportunity for people of color signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1965.
Angela Alsobrooks has made history by winning the Senate race to represent Maryland, becoming the state’s first Black woman to hold this position. The Associated Press projected Alsobrooks’ victory. Alsobrooks’ win is not only a major milestone for Maryland but also one for African Americans as she became the fifth-ever Black woman elected to […]
Florida State Representative Angela "Angie" Nixon, is dedicated to educating her community about our history.
Nestled beside the thundering waters of Niagara Falls, the Cataract House was more than just a luxurious hotel. Beyond its grandeur, a secret story of bravery and liberation shaped the course of history. From 1825 to 1945, the Cataract House welcomed guests from all walks of life, offering breathtaking views of the cascading rapids and […]
Alma Woodsey Thomas became the first ever student to graduate from Howard University with a fine arts degree in 1924.
Wright's fight for her family's land reflects incredibly high stakes for the preservation of a Black family's roots on Hilton Head Island. They've had the home since the Civil War.
These were areas that did not allow Black travelers after sunset
McClellan, who has represented Richmond in the General Assembly since 2006, beat out conservative pastor Leon Benjamin during the special election Feb. 21.
There’s a complicated past behind that tasty bite on your fork and Satterfield tells the story.