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'Civics For The Culture': The History Of Democracy

A new series engages viewers with trusted voices about American politics and government.

by Anoa Changa

06.21.22

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

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

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

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

D&I Thought Leader Pamela Culpepper Makes Prada History

Pamela Culpepper has made history as the first Black woman appointed to serve on Prada’s Board of Directors.

by NewsOne Staff

02.27.22

RedTail Flight Academy Empowers Young Black Aviators

Inspired by the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, the RedTail Flight Academy is empowering the next generation of Black aviators.

by Brandee Sanders

02.22.22

Tracy Morgan To Receive Historic Entertainment Honor

Tracy Morgan will make history as the first Black person to receive the Friars Club Entertainment Icon Award.

by NewsOne Staff

02.20.22

Traveling Harriet Tubman Statue Arrives In Philadelphia

A statue commemorating the life and legacy of trailblazing abolitionist Harriet Tubman was unveiled at Philadelphia’s City Hall.

by Brandee Sanders

01.23.22

AOL Black Voices Reception - Special Guest: Star Jones

Janet Rollé Makes American Ballet Theatre History

Janet Rollé will make history as the American Ballet Theatre’s first Black CEO and executive director.

by Brandee Sanders

11.27.21

Fashion Visionary Dapper Dan To Make CFDA History

Fashion visionary Dapper Dan will receive the CFDA’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

by Brandee Sanders

10.04.21

1619 Project-Inspired Children’s Book Slated For Fall Release

A children’s book inspired by ‘The 1619 Project’ is slated to hit shelves this fall.

by NewsOne Staff

10.04.21

Monument Honoring Harriet Tubman Coming To Newark

A new monument honoring the life and legacy of abolitionist and activist Harriet Tubman is coming to the city of…

by Brandee Sanders

10.03.21

Views Of Baltimore As Home Flippers Make Quick Profits On Real Estate Investments

Coricka White Makes History At Domino Sugar Factory

For the first time in its 99-year history, a Black woman will lead Baltimore’s Domino Sugar Factory.

by Brandee Sanders

10.03.21

Getty Images Launches HBCU Photo Digitization Project

Getty Images is providing grants for the digitization of historic HBCU images.

by Brandee Sanders

08.25.21

Muddy Waters’ Chicago Home Closer To Becoming Landmark

The former residence of legendary musician Muddy Waters has been given preliminary landmark status.

by Brandee Sanders

08.25.21

Primary school girl standing next to the white board, answering the question in the classroom.

Georgia Board Of Education Censors Discussions On Racism

Board members have decided to ignore history by passing a resolution that falsely affirms slavery and racism were exceptions and…

by Anoa Changa

10.03.21

Karine Jean-Pierre's Historic White House Press Briefing

Jean-Pierre became the second Black woman to lead a White House press briefing on Wednesday, following Judy Smith in 1991.

by Charise Frazier

10.03.21

Lorraine Hansberry’s NYC Home Gets Historic Distinction

Renowned playwright and activist Lorraine Hansberry’s former New York City residence has been added to the National Register of Historic…

by Brandee Sanders

08.26.21

Documentary About Louis Armstrong’s Legacy In The Works

A documentary about the life and legacy of Louis Armstrong is in the works.

by Brandee Sanders

09.30.21