Meet John Drake Sr., the late 107-year-old Black man from Alabama who fought in World War II as an Army Sergeant. A proud veteran who lived a remarkable life of service and resilience. Rest in Power. 🇺🇸
Georgia state Rep. Eric Bell II describes a staircase at Morehouse College that separates two different legislative districts. Stand on one side, and you're represented by one lawmaker. Walk down the stairs, and you're in another district.
A prominent Black family is pulling a $1 million scholarship endowment from the University of North Carolina Wilmington after the school said it could no longer maintain language giving special consideration to students committed to serving the African American community under the UNC System's anti-DEI "Equality Policy."
Rather than change the scholarship's original mission, established in honor of longtime physician and educator Dr. Leroy Upperman, the family says it will move the endowment to Howard University, where Upperman earned his medical degree.
Current scholarship recipients will continue receiving their awards through graduation, but the family says they won't compromise Dr. Upperman's legacy.
#UNCW #HowardUniversity #DEI #Scholarships #AtlantaBlackStar
This is what’s happening in Chicago that they don’t talk about because it doesn’t fit their narrative. In fact, Black folks are doing this in cities all over the country. We’re happy, healthy and enjoying the summer.
#BlackCulture#GoodTimes#Boating#BlackJoy#Chicago
There’s something so beautiful about the way Black families show up for each other. 🥹❤️
Her mom and sister flew all the way from the U.S. to Paris just to be by her side, helping her through the postpartum journey and welcoming their newest little blessing. This is what love looks like. 🫶🏾👶🏽
This video & the album “SUPA Dupa Fly”🪰 changed the sound of music & visuals. It Ushered in a different cadence of flows! Sonically, it sounded like nothing before. A new Lane was created🙌🏾 If you needed a description or a look into the future, this was it—and still is! 29 years ago but look like it came out today🔥🤌🏾
Happy Birthday to journalist, anti-lynching activist, suffragist, and one of the most fearless voices in American history, Ida B. Wells!
“The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” —Ida B. Wells
Hal Williams, the beloved actor best known for his memorable roles as Officer "Smitty" Smith on Sanford and Son and Lester Jenkins on 227, has died at the age of 91. Rest in Power to a trailblazer whose talent and authentic portrayals helped elevate Black representation on television. His legacy will continue to live on in every generation that sees itself reflected in the stories he helped bring to life. 🙏🏿