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ACA subsidies end, some Black vets advise against enlistment, GoFundMe sees rise in need, and "67" is the word of the year.

Black people across the globe have long fought for reparations to provide justice to African descendants still reeling from the brutal legacy of slavery and systemic racism.

On Dec. 16, a statue honoring Barbara Rose Johns—a Black teenager whose courage reshaped American education—was unveiled in the U.S. Capitol. In 1951, Johns led a student walkout at her segregated Virginia high school, a bold act that helped dismantle school segregation nationwide. The unveiling marked a powerful shift in historical memory: her statue replaced […]

Former President Barack Obama delivered a message to Democrats on Dec. 14, speaking at a Los Angeles fundraiser hosted by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) alongside House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, urging the party to unify and “meet the moment” as it looks ahead to upcoming elections.  During his remarks, Obama stressed that Democrats […]

State Farm Arena ranks 7th globally, grossing $121M and hosting 939K visitors in 2025, cementing its status as a premier entertainment destination.

From festive lights to cozy restaurants, these Baltimore holiday date spots are perfect for romantic nights and Instagram worthy photos all season long.

The Black unemployment rate has been seen by many financial analysts as a bellwether for where the economy as a whole could be headed. 

For HBCUs, this is not a technical policy dispute. It is a direct threat to their students, enrollment pipelines, and long-term viability.

The Baltimore Ravens confirmed linebacker Teddye Buchanan suffered a torn ACL and will miss the rest of the season, forcing defensive changes as the team remains in the AFC North race.

Michelle Obama said that she and her husband, former President Barack Obama, had plans to see Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, the same day of their tragic deaths. The former first lady, 61, said on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Monday night that former President Obama knew the acclaimed filmmaker for “many years.” “We were supposed […]

CBS News Chicago uncovered multiple instances of CPD stopping Black legal gun owners for minor traffic violations, then charging them with felony gun possession.

The childhood home of Nina Simone in Tryon, North Carolina, has been fully restored after being saved from demolition. The restoration is part of a movement to protect Black heritage and cultural sites across the United States. The African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund announced the restoration news in November, after a near decade-long fight […]