Henry Ossawa Tanner

Philadelphians Lead Efforts To Preserve Historic Tanner House

This Juneteenth weekend, a collective of Philadelphians is leading efforts to preserve the historic home of revered Black artist Henry…
by Brandee Sanders
06.19.22
Crossing the bridge

Former Slave Port Being Converted Into Black Museum

Gadsden’s Wharf, a former slave docking port in Charleston, will soon get a positive makeover as the International African American…
by Keenan "HIGz" Higgins
06.07.22
Parade

Celebrating The Black History Behind Memorial Day

You might get tempted to only focus on cookouts for Memorial Day, but don't forget about the very real Black…
by NewsOne Staff
05.30.22
Doctor Holding Out Stethoscope

Stamford’s First Black Woman Doctor To Be Honored

Dr. Joyce Yerwood—the first Black woman physician in Fairfield County—will have a street named in her honor.
by Brandee Sanders
05.29.22
Women Listening to a Speaker

Honoring The Legendary Dr. Betty Shabazz

"Black people are within their rights to resist oppression." - Dr. Betty Shabazz
by D.L. Chandler and NewsOne Staff
05.29.22
Portrait Of Gordon Parks

Howard Acquires Historic Collection Of Gordon Parks’ Photographs

Howard University has acquired a historic collection of photos by visionary Gordon Parks.
by Brandee Sanders
05.21.22
Malcolm X

On His Birthday, Revisiting Malcolm X In His…

On his 97th birthday, Malcolm X remains one of the most important figures of the American Civil Rights Movement.
by D.L. Chandler
05.19.22
11 itemsMalcolm X Speaking at Rally

11 Malcolm X Quotes That Are Still Relevant…

On Malcolm X's 97th birthday and nearly 60 years after his assassination, the civil rights icon's words and work remain…
by NewsOne Staff
05.19.22
Deconstructing 'Negro'

Malcolm X, In His Own Words

Five of Malcolm X's most iconic speeches in celebration of his life, which began on May 19, 1925.
by NewsOne Staff
05.19.22
Hinchliffe Stadium General Views

Civil Rights Landmarks To Receive $16.2M In Grants

The National Park Service is awarding $16.2 million in grants to preserve historic landmarks connected to the civil rights movement.
by Brandee Sanders
05.15.22
Los Angeles Riots

The 'Rodney King Riots' Began Today In 1992

The “Rodney King Riots,” also known as the “Los Angeles Riots,” began April 29, 1992, after four LAPD officers were…
by D.L. Chandler
04.29.22
Fred Hampton archive photos

Revolutionary Fred Hampton’s Childhood Home Receives Landmark Status

The Chicago home where revolutionary activist Fred Hampton spent his childhood years has received landmark status.
by Brandee Sanders
04.28.22
Mid section of man in graduation gown holding diploma

101-Year-Old West Virginia Native Awarded Honorary Diploma

101-year-old Merrill Pittman Cooper recently received an honorary diploma.
by NewsOne Staff
04.10.22
Earl Lloyd Coaching Teammates

Barrier Breaking Basketball Legend Honored In Alexandria

Trailblazing basketball legend Earl Lloyd—the first Black player to compete in an NBA game—was recently honored by the city of…
by Brandee Sanders
04.10.22
Boat Crew During Practice

HBCU Makes Sports History With Rowing Team

Raleigh-based Saint Augustine’s University is the first HBCU to launch a women’s rowing team.
by NewsOne Staff
04.10.22
Bay Area Woman Is America's Oldest Full-Time National Park Ranger

Pioneering Park Ranger Betty Reid Soskin Retires

Betty Reid Soskin—the National Park Service’s oldest ranger who dedicated her work to amplifying stories about Black history—has retired.
by Brandee Sanders
04.03.22
Bessie Coleman

Trailblazing Aviator Bessie Coleman Featured On U.S. Quarter

Trailblazing aviator Bessie Coleman—the first Black woman to earn an international pilot’s license—will be featured on the U.S. quarter.
by Brandee Sanders
04.02.22
Birmingham

Black Birmingham Real Estate Developers Ink Historic Deal

A collective of Black developers made history with a $100 million real estate project in Birmingham.
by Brandee Sanders
03.24.22
The Pepsi Cola Sign at Gantry Plaza State Park, Long Island City, Queens waterfront, New York City

Documentary About Pioneering Black Executives In The Works

A new documentary—directed by Stanley Nelson and Jacqueline Olive—will capture the story of Pepsi’s pioneering all-Black sales team.
by Brandee Sanders
03.23.22
Selma to Montgomery March

Remembering Civil Rights Icons On 'Bloody Sunday' Anniversary

This year's Bloody Sunday anniversary marks the second time in the march's history that it took place without several of…
by D.L. Chandler
03.07.22