Category : Black Owned Newspapers And Blogs

- 8 months ago

The Atlanta Voice GM/president James Washington passes away

ATLANTA, GA — James Washington, the president and general manager of The Atlanta Voice, a longtime advocate of the Black press, and the 2019 National Association of Black Journalist Legacy Award winner passed away surrounded by family and loved ones...

- 8 months ago

Honoring Black Union soldiers massacred at Fort Pillow

By Wiley HenryMEMPHIS, TN – When Dr. Callie Herd learned that a “massacre” had taken place on April 12, 1864, at Fort Pillow, a Union garrison in Henning, TN, she and her son, Ronald C. Herd II, sprang into action.They have honored the Union’s Black...

- 8 months ago

Rep. Rashida Tlaib, a voice for change

By V.S. Santoni April is Arab American History Month. Rashida Tlaib, a Democratic representative from Michigan’s 13th congressional district, made history as one of the first Muslim women elected to Congress, alongside Ilhan Omar of Minnesota. Bo...

- 8 months ago

Improving STEM education is crucial 

By Ivan Sanchez& In the ever-evolving landscape of education and employment, a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields has become increasingly vital. This emphasis is especially critical for African...

- 8 months ago

Regions Bank announces new head of Affordable Housing

BIRMINGHAM, AL — Regions Bank recently announced experienced financial services leader Katie Such as head of  Regions Affordable Housing. Such succeeds Rob Chiles, who is retiring after 35 years in the financial services industry, including over 15...

- 8 months ago

Student advisor to join TSU Sports Hall of Fame

By Emmanuel Freeman NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Tennessee State University freshmen advisor Nick Horton is headed to the TSU Sports Hall of Fame. On April 12, Horton will join 24 other former athletes for the special recognition. The 2024...