Remembering Carl B. Stokes, a Black trailblazer in politics and media
Carl Burton Stokes was the first African-American mayor of a major city and the first African-American TV news anchor.
Spotlighting Black Americans' medical research milestones from smallpox to COVID-19
Long before COVID-19, SARS, and the flu - there was smallpox and in the early 1700s, it was running rampant in Massachusetts. Now, in 2020, an African-American scientist is at the forefront of creating the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
Black leads, Black legacy, Black love stories: These free-to-stream films are perfect for Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with Tubi. The streaming platform offers one of the largest Black cinema collections available online — and it’s free.
Black History Month focusing on ‘The Black Family’ as theme for 2021
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History, or ASALH, chose the theme because the Black family has been a target of study in various academic disciplines.
Feb. 1 marks National Freedom Day, observing the end of slavery
Feb. 1 isn’t just the first day of Black History Month. It’s also National Freedom Day, pioneered by a former slave to commemorate abolition.
Black History Month: The little-known backstory
February marks the start of Black History Month and while many people are familiar with the annual celebration, the details of its origin are not as well known.
DC man offers refuge to nearly 100 protesters to protect them from injury and arrest
To protect protesters from injury, Rahul Dubey opened his doors to over 100 people in Northwest following a citywide curfew.
Celebrating Geraldine Bledsoe Ford, the first Black female judge in Michigan
In 1966 Geraldine Bledsoe Ford was the first Black female judge in Michigan and one of the first women judges in the country.
First Independence Bank, one of the largest Black-owned bank in the country, headquartered in Detroit
In this Black History Month special, we take a look at First Independence Bank, one of the largest Black-owned banks in America that is headquartered right here in Detroit.
How Black History Month got started and who was pivotal in it's lasting legacy
The celebration of black history started in 1921. Back then it was just a week in April known as Negro, Arts, and History Week. It was started after a member of Omega Psi Phi, an African American Greek fraternity, heard an inspiring speech by Dr. Carter G. Woodson.
A launch pad for civil rights and refuge from civil unrest, Detroit's Alpha House has a storied history
Through Detroit's complicated and sometimes violent past, the Alpha House has remained standing as a launching pad for the civil rights movement in the 50s, a calming influence during the 67 riots, and a focal point for civic improvement and education in the '70s, '80s and beyond.
A pretty mural in Detroit has a dark history baked in racism
The Birwood wall, located near Eight Mile and Wyoming has a dark history, despite the vibrant colors that now span its surface. And activists want to shine a light on that history.
The historical legacy of barber shops in the African American community
For members of the African American community, a barbershop is more than just a place to get a nice trim. It's a sanctuary for conversation, community support and a place to feel safe in.
Why Detroit Memorial Park Cemetery should be celebrated this Black History Month
Detroit Memorial Park Cemetery is the final resting place for many influential African American leaders.
Black History Month: How an Austin teen turned lemons and honey into a multi-million dollar business
“Black Girl Magic is the ability for African American females to push past the restrictions that are set upon us today and show us that anything is possible," Ulmer said. "You can be an author, entrepreneur student no matter what the color of your skin is or what your gender is.”
The Pan-African flag started as response to bigotry — It became an enduring symbol
The Pan-African flag first flew 100 years ago as a response to a bigoted song. It still serves as an inspiration to the African diaspora.
'Strong, fierce, determined': Tiny ballerinas' photo shoot takes on symbolic meaning in honor of Black History Month
A group of ballerinas in Texas struck a pose, and the result was an adorable photo shoot — both fierce and meaningful.
Timeline: How the civil rights movement unfolded throughout US history
Here's a timeline of the historical events of the civil rights movement that shaped the fight for social justice and against discrimination.
6th grade Dearborn Divine Child student chosen to attend national Young Leaders conference in Washington DC
A sixth grade student has earned the educational experience of a lifetime.
Harriet Tubman debit card criticized as ‘tone deaf’ and ‘disrespectful’ online
OneUnited Bank's release of its new Harriet Tubman debit card was met with heavy criticism online.