We all know Kamala Harris made history when she became the first Black woman Vice President. But she’s far from the only Black person breaking...
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Calls for unity dominate Africa Day celebrations
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says African unity is “no more a catchphrase but a means of survival” NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Calls for unity...
Jamie Foxx’s Daughter Says He’s “Been Out Of The Hospital For Weeks”
Corinne Foxx has shut down rumors about her father's health status.Corinne Foxx has shut down rumors about her father's health status.Read...
Biden to nominate Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr. as Joint Chiefs chair
Brown has long been considered a front-runner for the position and Biden is likely to announce his nomination shortly, according to the officials,...
50 Cent, Shaquille O’Neal, Kenya Barris Reportedly Join Forces In BET Bidding War
Diddy, Tyler Perry, and Byron Allen are already part of the network's bidding war.Diddy, Tyler Perry, and Byron Allen are already part of the...
‘Dear Mama’ Docuseries Receives Perfect Rotten Tomatoes Score
The Allen Hughes-directed series about Tupac and Afeni Shakur is now available on Hulu.The Allen Hughes-directed series about Tupac and Afeni Shakur...
CNN Host Don Lemon is Heated Over Ousting From Network
Longtime host Don Lemon is officially out at CNN News. The network announced that they were parting ways with Lemon, one of the recognizable faces...
17 Cali Cops Under Investigation for Racist Texts and Much Worse
A county judge has released the names of 17 Antioch, Ca. police officers accused of some dirty business including but not exclusive to sharing...
Rep. Justin Jones, the Ousted Nashville lawmaker, Was Reinstated to the Tennessee House, Report says
Updated at 6: 16 p.m. Read more...
EXCLUSIVE: Michelle Obama, Gayle King Discuss Doubts Black Women Face
When it comes to Forever First Lady Michelle Obama, we know you want all the scoop on everything she’s working on. Well, today is your lucky day...
Staley defends players again; Iowa coach says no ill intent
Iowa defeated South Carolina to advance to the women’s championship DALLAS (AP) — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley has taken issue with how her...
‘We’re Suffering’: Jackson Residents File Class Action Lawsuit Over Water CrisisKayode Crown
Plaintiffs in a lawsuit filed on Sept. 16, 2022, are seeking immediate attention to the water problems affecting Jackson, Miss. The post...
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Community Development, Education, Hometown Heroes, Naila Smith
Zyahna Bryant: Black Woman Activist
by Naila A. Smith, PhD Zyahna Bryant is a powerhouse. At 22 years old, the Charlottesville native, youth activist, and community organizer, has shown up, spoken out, and been a catalyst for change in her community for the past decade. Zyahna’s first racial...
Health and Wellness, Katrina Spencer, Travel
#Blaxit: We’re Not in Kansas Anymore
When I connect with Devon Davis Kitzo-Creed through Zoom, it’s 7:00 p.m. in Central Europe for her and 1:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time in the States for me. Devon has immigrated abroad and is pursuing midwifery studies. Yes-- the age-old profession of bringing life...
Business, Channing Mathews, Community Development, Food and Drink
The Pearl of the Antilles in Charlottesville
by Channing Mathews The story of Pearl Island Cafe is a search for identity, passion, and roots. The delightful smells and artwork of the Caribbean-inspired restaurant draw you in for a warm taste of the Caribbean, right in the heart of the Jefferson School African...
Community Development, Education, Entertainment, History, Hometown Heroes, Niya Bates
(re)Reflector 02: A Queen Celebrates Juneteenth and Black Freedom
by Niya Bates and Ms. Maxine Holland If you’ve attended a Black cultural event in Charlottesville, chances are you’ve seen Ms. Maxine Holland adorned in regal West African prints, with a gele (Nigerian) or duku (Ghanaian) head wrap crowning her head as she danced...
Community Development, Education, Entertainment, Health and Wellness, Jessica Harris
Jayla Rose Hart & The Black Monologues
by Jessica Harris; featured photo of Jayla Rose Hart by John Robinson You might not have heard of multi-hyphenate artist and poet Jayla Rose Hart, but undoubtedly it won’t be long before you do. Jayla’s star burns brightly and, thankfully, she has no plans of...
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