As a Black gay writer and activist, Essex Hemphill used words as a weapon, a radical call to action, and a source of healing.

With February being Black History Month, it’s important to reflect on and appreciate the rich cultural history that exists ...

Maya Angelou, a renowned novelist, actress, writer, poet, and civil rights activist, left behind a legacy and poignant pieces readers can revisit forever, with her work discussing identity, ...

Capital Area District Libraries’ expert selectors have curated a dynamic Black History Month reading list for all ages, ...

“Courage is about being an example of fearlessness and change for those who are underrepresented, demonstrating that you can ...

From the pianoforte to the smartphone, each wave of tech has sparked fears of brain rot. But the problem isn’t our ability to ...

As Black History Month unfolds, residents of Hampton Roads are invited to engage in a unique celebration of freedom and artistry at “8 Arias for Abolitionist.” ...

Thirteen-year-old writer Ariana Shaprow is displaying her poem “The Way It Should Be” at the Mosaic Children’s Museum in Woodland, California, celebrating the accomplishments of ...

"We are deeply honored to join Dominion Energy in celebrating African Americans who have made remarkable contributions in their respective fields and positively impacted the lives of our ...

Valentine’s Day is coming, and since it’s smack dab in the middle of Black History Month, I’m here with a list of movies that ...

It’s not that easy to just do away with Black History Month. Almost 47 million Americans claim African American heritage, ...

We kick off our Black History Month series by highlighting and honoring Alice Scott, the first woman and African American to ...