Remembering Eric Garner: 11 Years Later
On this day in 2014, Eric Garner, a father of six and lifelong resident of Staten Island. Garner was placed in an illegal chokehold by the New York Police Department.…
What Really Happened in The Amistad Trail
The Amistad trial was one of the most significant legal battles in U.S. history. It began in a quiet courtroom in New Haven, Connecticut. In 1839, a group of enslaved…
Today in Black History: July 15 – The Birth of Forest Whitaker
🎭 Early Life & Education Born on July 15, 1961, in Longview, Texas, Forest Steven Whitaker relocated with his family to Carson, California.. He initially pursued athletics at Cal Poly Pomona on…
Madam C.J. Walker: America’s First Self-Made Female Millionaire
Madam C.J. Walker was more than just a successful entrepreneur — she was a symbol of Black excellence, determination, and self-reliance. Born Sarah Breedlove in 1867 to formerly enslaved parents…
Who Was Malcolm X?
Malcolm X was one of the most influential and controversial Black leaders in American history. Born Malcolm Little in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1925. Malcolm rose from a life of hardship,…
The Top Black Sitcoms of All Time
📺 The Top Black Sitcoms of All Time Black sitcoms have long served as a mirror to the culture, mixing humor, truth, and resilience. These shows made us laugh, cry,…
NYPD “Quality of Life” Unit Sparks Fear in Black Communities
The NYPD is launching a controversial new "Quality of Life" enforcement unit. Initially, the program will start in Manhattan, with plans to expand citywide. This initiative aims to address low-level…
Fighting for Social Equality for Black Communities
Fighting for Social Equality for Black Communities For centuries, Black people in America have fought for the fundamental right to be treated equally, not as a favor, but as a…
Why Don’t More Black Parents Homeschool Thier Kids? ✊🏿
Why Don’t More Black Parents Homeschool? It appears that many in the Black community are afraid to homeschool their children. We've become too comfortable sending our kids to the nearest…
British Teen Freed After Dubai Arrest Over Underage Relationship
British Teen Freed After Dubai Arrest Over Underage Relationship Marcus Fakana, a Black British teen from Tottenham, London, was released on July 3, 2025. After being jailed in Dubai over…