Constance Baker Motley First Black Borough President in 1965
In July 1965, Constance Baker Motley made history. She did not make it through a protest, but with a pen and the decisive support of the people. She was sworn in…
How Instacart Exploits Black and Brown Communities
The Harsh Reality: How Instacart Exploits Black and Brown Communities for Cheap Labor In recent years, gig economy platforms like Instacart have promoted themselves as flexible ways to earn money.…
Breaking the Silence: Addressing Mental Health in the Black Community
Mental health is a vital component of our overall well-being. However, for far too long, it has remained a taboo topic within the Black community. The result? Generations of unspoken…
Walter Payton: A Legacy of Greatness On and Off the Field
On July 25, 1954, Walter Payton was born in Columbia, Mississippi — a small-town boy who would grow up to become one of the greatest players in NFL history. Known…
Remembering The Young Life of Emmett Till On This Day
Remembering Emmett Till. On July 25, 1941, Emmett Louis Till was born in Chicago, Illinois. At just 14 years old, Emmett would become an enduring symbol of racial injustice in…
The New Orleans Tribune: First Black Daily Newspaper
The New Orleans Tribune On July 21, 1864, a historic milestone in American journalism was born—the founding of The New Orleans Tribune, the first Black daily newspaper in the United…
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…