On Jan. 5, 1943, George Washington Carver, one of the most influential American scientists and educators of the early 20th…
On Jan. 4, 1937, Grace Bumbry was born in St. Louis, Missouri, and eventually became one of the most influential…
On Jan. 3, 1984, the Rev. Jesse Jackson secured the release of U.S. Navy Lt. Robert O. Goodman, who had…
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The arts community has lost a consummate icon with the passing of legendary dancer and choreographer Carmen de Lavallade, a…
The California Reparations Task Force recently released a 500-word report detailing the effects of enslavement and containing their recommended reparations…
Shortly after the Battle of Antietam, former President Abraham Lincoln issued a preliminary decree to end slavery in Confederate states…
These days, it’s pretty clear that mental health challenges can stem from a blend of factors, including physical differences in…
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New York City has produced some of the greatest players in basketball history. But it’s known for one particular type…
Bringing in the New Year, I realized it has been four years since the passing of my father. Among the…
This Day In History: December 31st The proclaimed “Queen of Disco,” Donna Summer, captivated music lovers around the world with…