Harriet Tubman monument unveiled in New Jersey
The “Shadow of a Face” monument replaced a statue of Christopher Columbus which was removed in June 2020.
7-year-old girl channels Spike Lee in tribute for Black History Month
Check out a 7-year-old girl who channeled Spike Lee.
Celebrating Black History Month with shows and events in Austin
As we celebrate Black History Month, there are several shows and events honoring the creativity and influence of Black artistry in our community.
Black History Month 2023: Here are notable historical figures who appeared on US postal stamps
Through the years, postal stamps have commemorated the achievements of African Americans and landmark moments that were pivotal to race relations in America.
"We're Still Here" community photoshoot celebrates Black Austin
East Austin residents gathered together at Givens Park Saturday to take part of a historical photoshoot to celebrate Black History Month.
Black Austin residents asked to participate in community photoshoot Saturday
One big family reunion is how organizers hope this Saturday is going to feel like at the “We’re Still Here” citywide photoshoot to showcase Austin’s Black community.
Michelle Obama teams with Audible for new podcast
Michelle Obama’s recent celebrity-filled book tour is becoming a podcast.
‘This is real’: Sesame Street’s first Black woman puppeteer fills ‘impactful’ role
Megan Piphus Peace never dreamed she'd be working on the same set she watched as a child — and inspiring young Black girls to pursue their passions.
When will Harriet Tubman finally be on the $20 bill?
Obama administration Treasury Secretary Jack Lew had selected Tubman to replace Andrew Jackson, the nation’s seventh president, on the $20 bill. But that was years ago.
Black Americans weigh in on what’s needed to overcome racial inequality
Many say key institutions would need to be rebuilt, and that voting is one of the most effective ways to bring about change.
Parades, festivals, expos: Black History Month events in 10 US cities
Just because your city didn’t make the list doesn’t mean there isn’t something going on for Black History Month, so be sure to check social media and search Google for local events.
Black History Month 2023 theme highlights Black resistance in America
Every year, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) chooses the theme for Black History Month.
Slavery reparations: How the US can follow one town's effort to right dark past
Should Black Americans be compensated for generations of oppression? From local communities to the steps of Congress, a PBS documentary airing on this MLK Day highlights the debate over reparations for slave descendants.
Elgin unveils Black Icons mural of five community leaders
Civil rights leader Harvey Westbrook, educator Annie Lee Haywood, business owners and community leaders S.H. McShan and Dororthy McCarther, and musician Monty Joe Thomas are featured.
Samsung donates $5K to 100 Black Men of Austin's children's program
With Samsung's donation, 100 Black Men of Austin was able to bring author Chris Singleton to read to students, as well as donate 100 books to the Austin Public Library.
Russia announces 'personal sanctions' against Biden, Clinton, other US officials
Russia has imposed "retaliatory sanctions" against President Joe Biden, a number of his top administration officials, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Biden's son Hunter Biden amid its ongoing war with Ukraine.
New video of boxer Joe Louis at Austin's Lions Municipal Golf Course
The course, called Muny, was the first public course in the South to racially desegregate and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
NAACP Image Awards: Jennifer Hudson wins 'Entertainer of the Year'
The awards ceremony aired live on BET in Los Angeles with some talent appearing in person while others watched virtually. There was no in-person audience.
5 Black innovators who reshaped American gardening and farming
Many agricultural practices, innovations, and foods that traveled with enslaved people from West Africa — or were developed by their descendants — remain unsung. Learn about five early Black innovators whose contributions reshaped the agricultural landscape.
Black History Month festivals in Central Texas celebrate past, look toward future
Many Central Texans spent Saturday celebrating Black History Month, with festivals taking place in Buda and East Austin.