NNPA NEWSWIRE — As the nation commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s holiday, some may find interesting tidbits of little-known or talked about facts and details...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “The Black Press is an aspect of the fabric of the Black existence in America that is not getting enough attention or support...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “…Dr. King selflessly came to Memphis to be a supporter and a voice for the sanitation workers, as well as he was a...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Today, in his blessed name, I challenge the youth of America and the youth of the world to rise up, speak out, and...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Dr. King’s tragic death here in Memphis on April 4, 1968 came when he was 39. He died as he lived: Absolutely committed...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — As 2019 begins, the senseless murder of some of Hip-Hop’s biggest and most talented stars remains in the cold case files. “It’s a...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Lauterbach’s book attempts a balanced and unbiased perspective on what Withers’ legacy will be: a traitorous informant who spied for the FBI or...
ROLLINGOUT.COM — Aretha Franklin was honored at a star-studded tribute concert.
NNPA NEWSWIRE — To measure America’s progress in harmonizing racial groups, WalletHub researchers measured the gaps between blacks and whites across 22 key indicators of equality...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Tennessee Tribune publisher, Mrs. Rosetta M. Perry’s, lifetime of accomplishments will be recognized at the 2019 NNPA Publisher Lifetime Achievement Award Black Tie...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “I hear time and time again from black Americans who traveled to Africa about how connected they felt and how different they found...
THE TENNESSEE TRIBUNE — Dr. Learotha Williams, Jr will highlight how the memory of this community resonates among both long-term and recent residents of North Nashville.
By PR Newswire. The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate issued a call to artists across the country to design a chair for...
ATLANTA TRIBUNE — Kennesaw State University will host a week of activities honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day beginning with a luncheon and keynote address by...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Today, the recent boom in museums has revealed a devotion to African-American artists and the increasing amount of attention paid to these artists...
WASHINGTON INFORMER — The indoor educational event showcases 400 years of African-American history and culture
THE AFRO — Forty years ago the music world was caught off guard by a genre’ that would change the industry forever.
THE AFRO — D.C. Public Libraries have a week full of events and resources for every ages in celebration of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Bringing greater diversity to the Federal Reserve will ensure that more perspectives are heard as major decisions are being made about our nation’s...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Our artistry is vast, and can be used in many ways, but without funding for creating new stories with casting of old stories...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Congresswoman Maxine Waters is now the first Black and the first woman to chair the powerful House Financial Services Committee. Having served on...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “We remember all those who lost their lives and commemorate the resiliency and bravery of those who were left to piece together their...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “I am proud to witness the ceremonial swearing-in of the largest @OfficialCBC in history. With 55 members and @RepKarenBass serving as their chairwoman,...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Little children in this other America are forced to grow up with clouds of inferiority forming every day in their little mental skies....
Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao knows that the world has long mistreated and neglected Africans – particularly the African woman. “We are the original people and we have...