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2 days ago

Black hub needs 65,000 to move - it has 205

CACE, a key cultural hub for black communities in Ealing, faces closure without immediate funding.
Brooklyn
fromAP News
4 days ago

Brooklyn's Black church choirs persist amid attendance decline, gentrification

Many Brooklyn church choirs continue to sing despite declining attendance and organized religious affiliation.
fromNieman Lab
4 days ago

Missouri's oldest Black bookstore just closed. The Kansas City Defender plans to reopen it as a newsroom and public archive.

Willa Robinson's passion for reading began in childhood, inspired by her father. She has collected Black literature since the late 1970s, seeing it as a way to fill personal loss.
Books
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Former residents remember Russell City after historic passage of reparation fund

To have that taken from you with no goodbyes, no relocation, no therapy, speaks to the deep loss experienced by the former residents of Russell City.
History
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

The story behind the real Black aristocracy of the Gilded Age

The Gilded Age features prominent Black figures who achieved significant success and contributed to societal change.
#fashion
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

The Benefit of Racial Pride When Raising Diverse Kids

Growing up, I spent my summers devouring Children of the Sun and Great Kings and Queens of Africa. While my classmates were learning about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, I was curled up with books that introduced me to Mansa Musa, Queen Nzinga, and Kwame Nkrumah. Back then, it sometimes seemed I was just doing double the homework, but now I know my parents were planting in me imagination, belief in myself, racial pride, and truly resilient roots.
Social justice
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Field Notes: 'Black Spaces' at OCMA, East Bay Skyline Trail Hike, and Tenderloin Museum Turns 10

San Francisco's staycation guide recommends experiencing local highlights like the Beacon Grand hotel, House of Nanking's dumplings, and sunset cocktails at Charmaine's.
SF music
fromBrownstoner
3 weeks ago

Gee's Bend Quilt Exhibit in Columbia County

Quilts from the small community of Gee's Bend, Alabama, have gained recognition for imaginative designs using recycled materials. The summer show in Columbia County showcases the bold and expressive designs crafted by the next generation of quilting artists from Gee's Bend.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

R.T. Thorne discusses his directorial debut '40 Acres'

The title is definitely a connection to the 40 acres and a mule promise to formerly enslaved people, paying tribute to Black settlers from the Underground Railroad.
Film
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

City names laneway after Black woman who made difference to early Toronto | CBC News

Toronto named a laneway after Luella Price, a pioneering Black woman and founder of the Eureka Club, in recognition of her community contributions.
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I was the first Black man to walk in space. My career as an astronaut was hard for my family.

Dr. Bernard Harris became the first African American to perform a space walk, attributing his success to education and support for STEM initiatives.
Travel
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

The Black Americans Gentrifying Ghana

Christa Nuñez relocated to Ghana with her family to escape political tensions in the U.S. and to pursue her research on Black land politics.
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

Beneath the blazing sun, Black Phoenix sows community - High Country News

Urban agricultural spaces—neighborhood gardens—can reduce local temperatures by as much as 10 degrees Fahrenheit, and trees can lower the 'real feel' temperature by up to 30 degrees.
Agriculture
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Hundreds of Black Neighborhoods Across the US Have Disappeared. What Happened?

Gentrification leads to cultural erasure in former Black neighborhoods, significantly impacting Black identity and community resources.
SF music
fromMission Local
1 month ago

People We Meet: Bayview's seniors taught William Rhodes how to party and quilt

William Rhodes finds community and connection through quilt-making at the Dr. George W. Davis Senior Center, celebrating Black history and personal stories.
The art project fosters intergenerational relationships and attracts local seniors, highlighting the cultural significance of quilts in Black heritage.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

OMCA's Special Exhibition "Black Spaces: Reclaim and Remain" (Opens July 18, 2025)

The exhibition explores Black American resilience in Oakland through art, architecture, and community collaboration.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Opinion: 55 years of writing for the Miami Herald has been a great journey

A 55-year journey of breaking barriers in journalism began for a Black woman at the Miami Herald amid racial challenges.
NYC LGBT
fromsilive
1 month ago

Community celebrates 90th anniversary of landmarked NYC cemetery

The 90th anniversary of Frederick Douglass Memorial Park celebrates Black history and resilience despite challenges.
#juneteenth
from99% Invisible
4 years ago

Flag Days: The Red, the Black & the Green - 99% Invisible

The red-black-and-green flag represents Black unity and identity against racial oppression.
The origins of the Black national flag trace back to the early 1900s amidst racial injustice.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Lewis Brady: His quest for freedom and long new life on the Hudson inspires centuries later

A historian uncovered the remarkable life of Lewis Brady, a former slave who became an esteemed oysterman and lived to the age of 108.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Kentucky Has a New African American Heritage Trail-With 50 Sites Celebrating Black History

Kentucky's African American Heritage Trail introduces nearly 50 sites showcasing Black history, launched during Juneteenth celebrations.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Exhibit examines Galveston's Juneteenth story

Galveston is the birthplace of Juneteenth, celebrated through an exhibit called 'And Still We Rise...' that showcases historical narratives and documents.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

'Black Gold: Stories Untold' reclaims forgotten histories of Black Californians at Fort Point

"I want visitors to have a truly multi-sensory experience," said Key Jo Lee, Chief of Curatorial Affairs and Public Programs at the Museum of the African Diaspora (MOAD). "To take in what it means to be in this space, to hear the wind, to touch the coldness of the stone... you are actually echoing history and making a new history in this place."
San Francisco
Women
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

The untold story of Sally-Tom, who legally changed her gender in the 1860s

Sally-Tom was a pioneering Black trans woman in the U.S., recognized legally for her gender identity by the Georgia Freedmen's Bureau in 1869.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

The 44 Percent: Dorsey Park hate crime, Crump and Crockett come to Miami Gardens

This was an act of hate, but it will not define us. This mural was born from a community's pride, history, and power. We will restore it-stronger, bolder, and with even more purpose.
Miami food
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Tulsa announces reparations for the 1921 'Black Wall Street' massacre

Tulsa announces $105 million reparations for victims of the 1921 Race Massacre, aiming to redress historical injustices.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Now they are home': human skulls shipped overseas from New Orleans for racist research to be laid to rest

The repatriation of 19 dismembered Black New Orleanians' skulls from Germany highlights historical injustices and ongoing efforts to honor their dignity.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How Malcolm X fought against the 'American nightmare' DW 05/18/2025

Malcolm X advocated for Black self-determination and resistance, emphasizing that historical oppression justified violent response if necessary.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Owner of ruined Nottoway Plantation in La. hopes to rebuild

The Nottoway Plantation, a historic mansion, burned down due to an electrical fire, sparking mixed reactions about its legacy and future.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

We must protect our historically Black universities and colleges, including FAMU | Opinion

While we celebrated the milestone in Trinity's life and the history of Wiley, to me it was a celebration of yet another kind, a celebration of Black History.
Black Lives Matter
NYC LGBT
fromUntapped New York
3 months ago

NYC Street Name Honors Black Angels Who Helped Cure Tuberculosis

Black Angels Way commemorates Black nurses' contributions during the TB crisis, honoring their sacrifices amidst racism and public health challenges.
Women in technology
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Miami native, daughter of Black historian wins Pulitzer for history

Edda Fields-Black's Pulitzer Prize-winning book illustrates the importance of family history and the narratives of ancestors.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Nate Holden, state senator and longtime councilman who fought for South L.A., dies at 95

Nate Holden’s political journey was marked by a fierce determination, rising from challenging beginnings in Georgia to become a significant political figure in Los Angeles.
NYC politics
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

How Black Germans fight for recognition of Nazi-era crimes DW 05/07/2025

The Nazi regime lasted only 12 years but had a profound impact on marginalized communities, highlighting the need for historical recognition.
Fashion & style
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Severance' Star Tramell Tillman Attends First Met Gala in Thom Browne

Tramell Tillman realized a long-term dream by attending the Met Gala, representing a blend of personal aspirations and cultural homage.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

These activists are flooding the zone with Black history' to protest Trump's attacks on DEI

Crenshaw emphasized, 'The attacks on ideas germinating from racial justice were not about the specific targets of each attack but are efforts to impose a specific narrative about the United States that marginalizes its difficult chapters.'
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

'Maintaining our legacy:' Miami's Motorcycle Queen gets a street named in her honor

This is what community and commitment and dedication from groups of residents and people, who don't even live in our city, looks like,
Black Lives Matter
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

In the wake of wildfire, Altadena's Black residents search the past for a path forward

Altadena faces significant rebuilding challenges after the devastating Eaton Fire destroyed thousands of homes and affected the community deeply.
DC food
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

History, culture and diversity converge in U Street corridor

The U Street Corridor is experiencing vibrant regrowth, blending its historical significance with contemporary community identity.
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

His LGBTQ+ book is the most challenged in America. Here's why he's not giving up

Understanding who my ancestors were, understanding that we were people who were denied the ability to read and write, it makes this fight even more important as I move forward in it.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Black female WWII unit, 'Six Triple Eight,' to receive congressional honor

The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, known as the Six Triple Eight, was the only Black, all-female unit to serve in Europe during World War II.
Women in technology
#censorship
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago
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What It Means to Tell the Truth About America

The potential censorship of historical narratives raises concerns about the preservation of Black history and culture in American museums.
fromTruthout
4 months ago
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Black Americans Fight to Stop Federal Agencies' Quiet Deletion of Their History

There are concerns about attempts to censor Black history from federal websites due to political pressures.
Black Lives Matter
fromTruthout
4 months ago

Black Americans Fight to Stop Federal Agencies' Quiet Deletion of Their History

There are concerns about attempts to censor Black history from federal websites due to political pressures.
Independent films
fromVulture
3 months ago

Sinners Is Bold, Ambitious, and Just Misses Greatness

The South is integral to America's identity, often misrepresented, especially regarding its Black communities and history.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

Author Dolen Perkins-Valdez discusses her new novel 'Happy Land'

Dolen Perkins-Valdez's 'Happy Land' blends fact and fiction to recount a historical narrative of freed enslaved people creating their own community.
SF music
fromKqed
4 months ago

'You Know It When You Feel It': A New Documentary Explores Funk's Roots

'We Want the Funk!' celebrates funk music's cultural significance and emotional depth while exploring its roots in Black identity and history.
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