Milton Kirby
- 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.
- Black History , Sports
- January 27, 2025
- 5 minutes Read
How Super Bowl Quarterbacks Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes Prove Diversity Matters On And Off The Field
The article discusses the significance of diversity in the NFL, highlighting the historic achievement of Black quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts leading their teams to the Super Bowl. It reflects on the discrimination faced by past players like Jimmy Raye and emphasizes the importance of diversity for success in sports and society.
- Black History , Have You Seen , Sports
- January 23, 2025
- 4 minutes Read
Martin Luther King, Jr. African-American Rodeo of Champions Thrills Denver Audience
The Martin Luther King, Jr. African-American Rodeo of Champions took place on January 20, 2025, in Denver, celebrating Black Western culture. The event, organized by BPIR, showcased impressive rodeo performances before over 6,000 spectators and awarded scholarships to students, honoring the legacy of Black cowboys and cowgirls in American history.
