Black Elites

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Boxing Legend Tommy Hearns Placed Under Son Ronald’s Legal Care

In a significant development that has captured attention across the sports world, legendary American boxer Tommy Hearns has come under the legal guardianship and conservatorship of his eldest son...

How Bennie Thompson Inspires the Next Generation of Black Leaders

In an era of social upheaval, few public servants embody continuity, courage, and mentorship quite like Rep. Bennie G. Thompson. Thopmson is a veteran Mississippi congressman whose life story and...

Students Create Archive of Black Women’s Diaries From Reconstruction Era

A group of university students in the United States is working to incorporate the overlooked Black women’s voices into the historical record. They are using a digital humanities project to...

Las Vegas Hosts Women of Power Summit, Uniting Black Women Leaders

In a powerful testament to ambition and community strength, thousands of Black women leaders from the United States and beyond are gathering in Las Vegas this week for the 20th annual Black Enterprise...

Michael Jordan Says He Doesn’t Discuss the GOAT Debate

In an age where every stat line and highlight reel is examined for answers, Michael Jordan has shared a surprisingly humble and wise perspective. In the latest episode of MJ: Insights to Excellence, a...

Historic Black Churches Receive Millions in Restoration Grants

Dozens of historic Black churches across the United States are receiving millions of dollars in preservation funding. This effort aims to protect institutions that have long been central to faith...

Clinton, Obama, Biden to Pay Tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson Friday

Three former presidents of the United States, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden, will lead a tribute to the late civil rights leader, the Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. This happens at a public...

Smithsonian Unveils Landmark Exhibit on HBCU Achievements

In the midst of renewed national discussions about historical memory and cultural preservation, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is gaining attention...

Why RodeoHouston’s Black Heritage Day Still Leads in Culture

As RodeoHouston continues its 2026 run from March 2 to March 22 at NRG Park, one date stands out. This is Black Heritage Day on Friday, March 6. The day celebrates Black American contributions to...