Plans have been submitted for an Edinburgh city centre plaque to mark spot where a former US slave and leading abolitionist ...

This is the first in a series of articles by Michigan Advance throughout February celebrating Black History Month. On Feb. 7, the leading Black history celebration effort will turn 100 years old, and ...

Gov. Wes Moore wrapped his argument for passing a new Maryland congressional map the other day in something many Marylanders ...

As firefighters and police divers scanned the icy water the night of the plane crash, D.C. firefighter technician Chris ...

Washington Cardinal Robert W. McElroy blesses a student during Communion at a Feb. 1 Mass that he celebrated at Howard ...

1908— Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity is incorporated. The Black Greek-letter organization was actually founded, however, on Dec.

True learning, said William Howard Day, is not the “extent” of memorizing lines from textbooks but the “depth” of knowledge. “And the depth will never be sounded until the mind of the student can by ...

Frederick Douglass busied himself with work Feb. 20, 1895, attending a women’s suffrage meeting of the National Council of Women in Washington, D.C. That evening he enjoyed a quiet meal ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Frederick Douglass Voice published by Howard Coles, is the longest-running Black-owned newspaper in Rochester. The publication ran from 1933 to 1996. That might seem like ...

Whether you’re recognizing important history or seeking a sprinkle of love and positivity to brighten your month, these ...

The best quotes from famous activists about making a difference in the world. Plus, downloadable social media graphics and ...