Bowie State University announced that its 2021 commencement address will be given by political activist and leader Stacey Abrams. An American politician, Abrams is a lawyer who has served on the Georgia House of Representatives and as its minority leader. An outspoken
In a contest between two St. Louis Democrats, City Treasurer Tishaura Jones defeated Alderwoman Cara Spencer to become the city’s first Black female mayor. A Hampton University graduate, Mayor Jones faces multiple challenges. “Making history as the first Black woman mayor is
These two women are breaking more than just glass ceilings, they’re breaking world records. Wilma Rudolph has been called “the fastest woman in the world,” and Allyson Felix is a sprinter who’s on track to be the fastest person in the world.
Opinion by Peniel E. Joseph The death of hip-hop artist Earl “DMX” Simmons at the age of 50 represents not just an occasion for mourning, but one of celebration and commemoration for the iconic rapper who culled soaring artistry from personal trauma
By Amanda Jackson WWE stars Bianca Belair and Sasha Banks made wrestling history as the first Black women to face each other in a WrestleMania title match, according to the sports entertainment company. Belair defeated Banks, becoming a champion for the first
By Shirin Ali Books that talked about racism and racial justice — or told the stories of people of color or the LGBTQ community — were among the most challenged as inappropriate for students in 2020, according to a survey by the
By Abby Phillip and Jeff Simon For 200 years, Boston has been led by an unbroken string of White men — until now. Kim Janey, a Black woman who traces her roots in the city back generations, and even further to ancestors
By Chandelis Duster The highest-ranking Black lawmaker in Congress and a top Black state leader took aim Sunday at nation-wide Republican efforts to restrict voting access as a move that will suppress minority voting and imperil democracy in America. House Majority Whip
By Carly Ryan As a master writer for Hallmark, Melvina Young is well-practiced in keeping a finger on the pulse of her community; making note of the emotions they may need to express, and later translating them into a card. “Our job
By Christina Maxouris, Holly Yan and Claire Colbert First, the good news: The United States reported a record-high 4.6 million doses of vaccines administered in one day, according to data published Saturday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Amazing Saturday!
