Less than a year into Donald Trump tenure as the 47th President of the United States, his aggressive push against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives is already reshaping how Black history is preserved, taught, and supported on a national scale. One of the administration’s first moves was ordering a comprehensive review of federal museums, […]
Comedian and actor Tracy Morgan is using his platform to make a tangible impact on American families struggling with food insecurity. While promoting his upcoming Paramount+ sitcom Crutch, the Saturday Night Live and 30 Rock alum opened up about his latest philanthropic effort, one that fed nearly 20,000 households. Morgan partnered with the Hackensack Meridian […]
CHIKA’s long-anticipated return arrives with quiet force. Two years after releasing her ambitious 2023 debut Samson: The Album—a project featuring Stevie Wonder and Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Grammy-nominated artist has resurfaced with Wish You Were T(Here), an eight-track EP shaped by reflection, loss, and emotional clarity. Where Samson expanded her world outward, Wish You Were T(Here) […]
As the holiday season approaches, many of us think about giving back—not just to family and friends, but to our communities at large. Below are 10 Black-led nonprofits whose work is deeply meaningful right now. From mental-health support for Black women, to mutual aid for Black trans people, to mentoring future Black engineers, these organizations […]
The holidays hit different when you’re celebrating with your people. Christmas in Black households isn’t just about the day itself—it’s about the traditions, the gatherings, the food that takes you back to childhood, and the culture that makes everything feel like home. Whether you’re keeping it low-key or going all out, here’s how to make […]
