Famed Memphis church associated with Martin Luther King damaged by fireClayborn Temple, a historic site linked to the civil rights movement, was heavily damaged by a fire, prompting community grief and an ongoing investigation.
Just like McCarthy, Trump spreads fear everywhere before picking off his targets | Kenan MalikThe value of gold is attributed to human labor, reflecting themes of greed and repression during postwar America's Red Scare.
How World War I veterans shaped Civil Rights Movement - Harvard GazetteBlack veterans' discrimination during WWI spurred significant activism in the Civil Rights Movement.
100 years, 100 moments: How women shaped a century of musicThe period from 1950 to 1974 highlights women's groundbreaking contributions to music history, influencing genres and movements significantly.
Sam Moore obituarySam & Dave's influential music, especially 'Soul Man,' defined soul and R&B, embodying a narrative of struggle and social change.
100 years, 100 moments: How women shaped a century of musicThe period from 1950 to 1974 highlights women's groundbreaking contributions to music history, influencing genres and movements significantly.
Sam Moore obituarySam & Dave's influential music, especially 'Soul Man,' defined soul and R&B, embodying a narrative of struggle and social change.
Black Women Are the Unsung Heroes of "Bloody Sunday" 60 Years AgoSheyann Webb-Christburg recalls her harrowing experience during the Selma to Montgomery march, highlighting the brutality faced by peaceful protestors on Bloody Sunday.
Project reveals UK sites where black Americans fought to end slaveryHistoric England is showcasing the contributions of black abolitionists, particularly Frederick Douglass, by linking their legacy to historical sites in Britain.
Black Women Are the Unsung Heroes of "Bloody Sunday" 60 Years AgoSheyann Webb-Christburg recalls her harrowing experience during the Selma to Montgomery march, highlighting the brutality faced by peaceful protestors on Bloody Sunday.
Project reveals UK sites where black Americans fought to end slaveryHistoric England is showcasing the contributions of black abolitionists, particularly Frederick Douglass, by linking their legacy to historical sites in Britain.
Alvin F. Poussaint, Pioneering Expert on Black Mental Health, Dies at 90Alvin F. Poussaint was a pivotal figure in discussions on Black culture, mental health, and personal responsibility amidst systemic racism.
Today in History: August 28, Martin Luther King, Jr. delivers I Have a Dream speechMartin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech is a pivotal moment in U.S. history for civil rights advocacy.
Today in History: February 8, the Orangeburg MassacreThe Orangeburg Massacre represents a pivotal moment in civil rights history with tragic outcomes for protesting students.
Today in History: August 28, Martin Luther King, Jr. delivers I Have a Dream speechMartin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech is a pivotal moment in U.S. history for civil rights advocacy.
Today in History: February 8, the Orangeburg MassacreThe Orangeburg Massacre represents a pivotal moment in civil rights history with tragic outcomes for protesting students.
Black church leaders brought religion to politics in the '60s - but it was dramatically different from today's white Christian nationalismThe 1966 Black church leaders' 'Black Power' ad called for racial equality and civil dialogue, contrasting with today's divisive approaches to power.
MLK's Legacy and the Fight for Cannabis JusticeThe fight for cannabis reform is a continuation of the Civil Rights Movement's struggle for equality and social justice.
Black church leaders brought religion to politics in the '60s - but it was dramatically different from today's white Christian nationalismThe 1966 Black church leaders' 'Black Power' ad called for racial equality and civil dialogue, contrasting with today's divisive approaches to power.
MLK's Legacy and the Fight for Cannabis JusticeThe fight for cannabis reform is a continuation of the Civil Rights Movement's struggle for equality and social justice.
Today in History: December 1, Rosa Parks refuses to give up bus seatRosa Parks' arrest on December 1, 1955, catalyzed the civil rights movement in the United States.
Rosa Parks: Icon of US Civil Rights Movement DW 02/03/2025Rosa Parks' defiance and Emmett Till's murder were pivotal in igniting the Civil Rights Movement in 1955.
Today in History: December 1, Rosa Parks refuses to give up bus seatRosa Parks' arrest on December 1, 1955, catalyzed the civil rights movement in the United States.
Rosa Parks: Icon of US Civil Rights Movement DW 02/03/2025Rosa Parks' defiance and Emmett Till's murder were pivotal in igniting the Civil Rights Movement in 1955.
32 things you may not know about Martin Luther King Jr.Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the only national holiday honoring an American citizen, enacted in 1986 with full recognition by all states by 2000.
'Nickel Boys' establishes a new way of seeing Black characters on screenNickel Boys effectively bridges the historical divide between its 1960s setting and contemporary audiences through innovative storytelling.
He transformed his mind': how did Malcolm Little become Malcolm X?Patrick Parr's book Malcolm Before X uniquely documents Malcolm X's prison experiences through the lens of prison newspapers, providing fresh insights into his early life.
How the Black Panthers Shaped U.S. Schools | KQEDThe 1960s were marked by significant social movements, including civil rights, women's liberation, and the rise of the Black Power movement.
An Oral History of Second-Wave Feminism Makes Its Case With StyleThe Movement provides a lively and exhilarating oral history of the women's liberation movement from 1963-1973.
How the Black Panthers Shaped U.S. Schools | KQEDThe 1960s were marked by significant social movements, including civil rights, women's liberation, and the rise of the Black Power movement.
An Oral History of Second-Wave Feminism Makes Its Case With StyleThe Movement provides a lively and exhilarating oral history of the women's liberation movement from 1963-1973.
Thelma Mothershed Wair, Little Rock Nine Student, Dies at 83Thelma Mothershed Wair, a key figure in the Little Rock Nine, died at 83, highlighting the ongoing legacy of school integration struggles in America.
Julie Mehretu creates towering glass mural for Obama Presidential Center in ChicagoThe Obama Presidential Center aims to honor history and inspire future change through art and architecture.
Baldwin's Blues for Mister Charlie,' 60 Years After It Hit BroadwayJames Baldwin's commitment to his artistic vision despite external pressures is a testament to his courage and integrity.
The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin audiobook review powerful essays from the civil rights frontlineThe Fire Next Time by James Baldwin examines the Black experience and racial injustice in the US during the civil rights movement.
Baldwin's Blues for Mister Charlie,' 60 Years After It Hit BroadwayJames Baldwin's commitment to his artistic vision despite external pressures is a testament to his courage and integrity.
The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin audiobook review powerful essays from the civil rights frontlineThe Fire Next Time by James Baldwin examines the Black experience and racial injustice in the US during the civil rights movement.
I had my white colleagues walk in a Black student's shoes for a dayFreeman Hrabowski's bold actions and commitment to Black student success in STEM have significantly increased diversity in scientific disciplines.
Clarence Thomas attacks Brown v. Education ruling amid 70th anniversaryJustice Thomas criticized the landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling, claiming the court overstepped in ending racial segregation.
Biden will award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 politicians, activists, athletes and othersClarence B. Jones to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom for Civil Rights activism.