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EHS Black Student Union Highlights Culture in Student Showcase

In a lively celebration of heritage, history, and student creativity, the Black Student Union (BSU) at Edwardsville High School (EHS) held a student-led Black History Month showcase on Feb. 24. This...

Bucks County Honors Black History With Museum Support

In an act of bipartisan support, the Bucks County Commissioners elevated Black history this week. According to reports, on Wednesday, the commissioners made an official proclamation recognizing Black...

Diddy Combs and Son Settle Legal Fee Dispute with Summa LLP

In a quiet but important legal update, music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs and his son, Christian “King” Combs, have settled with the Los Angeles law firm Summa LLP over a disagreement about unpaid legal...

Oakland’s Black Joy Parade Celebrates Legacy and Future

Thousands of revelers filled downtown Oakland on Sunday as the city celebrated Black life, culture, and community. The Black Joy Parade returned for its ninth year. The crowds stretched along Broadway...

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 3 Principles for Success

In October 1967, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave one of his most powerful speeches titled “What Is Your Life’s Blueprint?” to students at Barratt Junior High School in Philadelphia. This was just six...

Top 5 Destinations to Visit for Black History Month

Each February, Black History Month invites people to travel with purpose. From museums reflecting centuries of resilience to streets where culture was shaped and movements began. These places let...

Houston’s Riverside General Hospital Revived as Community Clinic

After more than a decade of silence, the historic Riverside General Hospital in Houston’s Third Ward is set to reopen later this month. This marks a new chapter for one of the city’s most notable...

15 Thoughtful Valentine’s Day Gifts That Celebrate Black Love

Valentine’s Day is more than just red roses and heart-shaped chocolates. It’s a yearly opportunity to celebrate deep connections, mutual support, cultural pride, and shared happiness. This year...

Georgia’s First All-Black High School Inspires a Legacy of Excellence

Booker T. Washington High School, founded in 1924 in Atlanta during the time of legal segregation, has become a symbol of academic success and cultural pride. Nearly 102 years after opening, it was...