Milton Kirby
- Sports , Black History
- June 25, 2025
- 3 minutes Read
Wilma Rudolph: How a Girl Who Couldn’t Walk Became the Fastest Woman in the World
Wilma Rudolph overcame polio to become a triple Olympic gold medalist and global icon—breaking barriers in sports, civil rights, and women’s history.
- Community , Black History , Have You Seen
- June 10, 2025
- 3 minutes Read
Georgia-Born, Globally Respected: America’s First Black Catholic Bishop, Ordained 150 Years Ago
Bishop James A. Healy, America’s first Black Catholic bishop, was ordained 150 years ago. His life shaped U.S. Catholicism through service, education, and advocacy.
- Community , Black History
- June 6, 2025
- 5 minutes Read
History Made: Austell, GA Appoints First Female Police Chief in Cobb County
Shameta Jones-Harrell becomes the first woman and Black woman to lead a police department in Cobb County, bringing bold vision and community focus to Austell, GA.
- Politics , Black History , Education , Have You Seen
- May 31, 2025
- 5 minutes Read
Brown v. Board of Education: The Supreme Court Ruling That Changed America
Briggs v. Elliott helped end school segregation. Discover the personal sacrifice of the Briggs family in the landmark Brown v. Board decision.
- Politics , Black History
- May 30, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
Maryland’s Wes Moore says he’s not running for president but high-profile stops keep chatter alive
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore denies 2028 presidential run, focuses on state economy, budget deficit, and boosting Maryland business despite rising national profile.
- Community , Black History
- May 12, 2025
- 6 minutes Read
The One-Drop Papacy: What Pope Leo XIV American Roots Reveal
Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, promises humility and reform as he succeeds Pope Francis and ushers in a new era for the Catholic Church
- Black History , Education , Politics
- May 12, 2025
- 3 minutes Read
Tougaloo College Faces Threats After Jasmine Crockett’s Commencement Speech
Black Information Network | May 9, 2025 Tougaloo College officials are investigating “concerning calls” to the school after Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D) delivered a commencement address during which she criticized President Donald Trump. In a…
- Black History , Community
- April 27, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
A Life of Grace and Grit: The Legacy of Coretta Scott King
Coretta Scott King, civil rights leader and activist, built a legacy of justice, peace, and equality, championing causes worldwide while preserving Dr. King’s dream.
- Politics , Black History
- April 22, 2025
- 3 minutes Read
Governor Wes Moore Draws Buzz as Democrats Look Ahead
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is gaining national attention as a unifying Democratic leader and potential presidential contender praised for his service, charisma, and crisis leadership.
- Sports , Black History , Business & Finance , Education
- April 18, 2025
- 6 minutes Read
Black Golfers, the Masters, and the Economic Power of Augusta National
The 2025 Masters highlighted golf’s evolving legacy—spotlighting Black pioneers, Augusta’s exclusivity, and a $140M economic impact—while diversity efforts continue to reshape the sport.
- Black History , Community , Have You Seen , Sports
- April 17, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
Bill Russell: A Champion On and Off the Court
NBA legend Bill Russell broke records and racial barriers—as a champion player, pioneering coach, and fearless civil rights activist. His impact still echoes today.
- Politics , Black History , Education , Science & Technology
- April 3, 2025
- 3 minutes Read
Calvin Smyre Honored with Education Conference Center at Morehouse School of Medicine
Morehouse School of Medicine honors Calvin Smyre’s 51-year public service by dedicating the Calvin Smyre Education Conference Center during its 50th anniversary.
- Black History , Community
- March 23, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
One of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen remembers struggle for recognition amid Trump’s DEI purge
Tuskegee Airmen Legacy Under Threat: Despite efforts to honor their memory, Black Air Force unit’s history is being erased under President Trump’s executive order, sparking bipartisan outrage and outrage from surviving airmen.
- Black History , Community , Politics
- March 18, 2025
- 6 minutes Read
Selma’s Bloody Sunday makes 60 years – An estimated 15,000 mark the solemn day that changed America – minus Republicans
60th Anniversary of Selma to Montgomery March: Thousands Gather to Honor Foot Soldiers and Fight for Voting Rights. Inspirational speeches and reflections on the past, present, and future of American equality and justice were shared by prominent leaders and a 7th-grade foot soldier from 1965.
- Black History , Education , Have You Seen , Politics
- March 6, 2025
- 5 minutes Read
“Justice Denied: Supreme Court Declares Black Americans Have No Rights”
The Dred Scott v. Sandford case, culminating in a Supreme Court ruling on March 6, 1857, denied freedom to Dred Scott and ruled African Americans could not be U.S. citizens. This decision invalidated the Missouri Compromise and intensified national tensions over slavery, fueling the path to the Civil War and inspiring the abolitionist movement.
- Black History , Education
- February 4, 2025
- 5 minutes Read
Carter G. Woodson – the Father of Black History
Carter Godwin Woodson, known as the Father of Black History, was a pioneering historian, author, journalist, and educator who dedicated his life to documenting and promoting African American history.
