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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 […]

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 […]

Prosecutor dismisses 30-year-old murder case, citing lack of evidence against Elwood Jones. Creates Conviction Integrity Unit.

As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day even, death is unfortunately an inevitable part of life. Still, as much of a fact as that may be, the blow of experiencing loss never gets any easier, nor does reporting on the subject in Black culture.

The holiday season is a time for joy, family, and celebration, but it also brings challenges to staying healthy. With cold and flu season in full swing, here are some expert-backed tips to help you stay well. Hand hygiene is essential to prevent illness. “Wash your hands thoroughly after being in public places, or use […]

As prices and unemployment rates rise, a growing number of Americans are struggling to afford housing, health care, and groceries.

Ohio passes bill with new marijuana rules: limits THC, bans public use, seals records, regulates hemp-derived THC products.

AAPF is commemorating the 11th anniversary of #SayHerName with a fundraiser and stage reading of the play inspired by the movement.  

Economic boycotts remain a core part of the people's response to unchecked corporate power. 

Black Santa's complex history, from minstrel mockery to civil rights symbol, reflects America's racial progress.

A CDC advisory panel recommends limiting the hepatitis B vaccine at birth to at-risk infants, sparking criticism from health experts.