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This Week In Black History June 10-June 17, 2026

• June 10 1760—Several sources list this at the birthday of Richard Allen—founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Other sources give his birth date...

This Week In Black History January 28-February 3, 2026

• January 28 1938—Crystal Byrd Fauset becomes the first Black woman elected to a state legislature when she wins a seat in the Pennsylvania House...

Why people stay after local economies collapse − a story of home among the ghosts of shuttered steel mills

Steelworkers line up for their paychecks at U.S. Steel’s South Works in Chicago in 1959. Bettman Collection via Getty Images by Amanda McMillan Lequieu, Drexel...

From a Pig as Political Candidate to a Breakout speech for Obama − Democratic National Convention Often Leaves its Mark on History

The logo for the Democratic National Convention is displayed at the United Center in Chicago, Ill., ahead of the Aug. 19-22, 2024, event. Scott...

Donald Trump Isn’t the First President to Be Arrested

Upon turning himself into Atlanta’s Fulton County Jail, former President Donald Trump will become the second person in U.S. history to serve as president...

From Streets to Stage to Page: Jeezy’s Talks His New Book “Adversity for Sale: Ya Gotta Believe”

While Jeezy has recently unveiled his first book, "Adversity for Sale: Ya Gotta Believe," many of his fans view this as a seamless continuation...

Remembering Clarence Avant: The Black Godfather of Entertainment Dies at 92

Clarence Avant, the esteemed manager, entrepreneur, facilitator, and advisor, has bid us farewell at the age of 92. His passing marks the end of...

Afro Nation Detroit Adds Dej Loaf to Star-Studded Lineup

Fresh off the release of her new single "Please Don't Go," which features Afrobeats sensation Teni and CheekyChizzy, Detroit rapper Dej Loaf has been added to the Afro Nation Detroit lineup.

Simone Biles Soars Back to Victory: An Unbelievable Return

In a radiant comeback that left spectators awestruck and gymnastics enthusiasts in sheer disbelief, Simone Biles marked her triumphant return to the world of...

Stacey Abrams Concedes Loss to Brian Kemp in Georgia Governor’s Race

As Stacey Abrams conceded the loss for governor of Georgia to Republican incumbent Brain Kemp, supporters vowed to continue her mission of eliminating voter...

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