The National Civil Rights Museum announces honorees for the 34th Freedom Award, recognizing their contributions to civil and human rights.

Join the 8th annual All Boobs Matter community event on Oct. 19 in Pikesville, MD. Celebrate breast cancer survivors and fighters with wellness, education, and support.

Dr. Frances Draper reflects on how her childhood story, Elsbeth, evolved and how her teacher's faith in her potential echoed across generations.

Discover how Black creators can leverage ownership and economic power to secure social and financial capital. Panel discussion at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation.

Discover Tanisha Tate's inspiring journey as a caregiver and learn valuable self-care techniques. Her book, 'Who Cares for ...

The Trump administration plans to federalize 300 members of the Illinois National Guard, Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker said Oct. 4. Pritzker said the guard received word from the Pentagon in the morning ...

CHICAGO (AP) — Storming an apartment complex by helicopter as families slept. Deploying chemical agents near a public school. Handcuffing a Chicago City Council member at a hospital. Sign up for our ...

Black Classic Press, founded by former Black Panther Paul Coates, continues to thrive as a staple of independent publishing ...

Phoenix serial killer Cleophus Cooksey Jr. convicted of murdering 8 people, including his mother. Prosecutors seek death ...

After 25 years of music, community and culture, Baltimore’s beloved Jazzy Summer Nights ended its run Oct. 2 with a blockbuster finale headlined by hometown legends Dru Hill. Thousands filled City ...

AFRO CEO and Frances Murphy Draper argues that while comfort and convenience explain why many women—especially Black women—wear pajamas and bonnets in public, the practice undermines self-respect and ...

Angela Hanks and Jeremy Edwards of The Century Foundation argue that while the 47th president once asked Black voters “What do you have to lose?”, his current presidency has left them with worsening ...