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On what would have been Assata Shakur’s 79th birthday, the Assata Shakur Memorial Committee launches a new digital archive to honor the legendary freedom fighter.

A hometown icon received one of the District’s highest honors on Wednesday as Mayor Muriel Bowser presented Cathy Hughes, Founder and Chairwoman of Urban One, with the Key to the City of Washington, D.C. The ceremony took place during a special edition of Majic Wednesdays at Sycamore & Oak, celebrating Hughes’ decades-long impact on media, […]

Lupita Nyong'o slays in a gorgeous gold gown at The Odyssey premiere, with makeup and hair that channel Egyptian and Nubian goddess vibes.

Black celebrity couples stun at 2026 ESPYS with coordinated couture and glamorous style.

Beyoncé's crystal Timberland boots spotlight Black designer's journey, fashion history, and Harlem Fashion Row's impact.

The march is being held to both mark the 63rd anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s “I Have A Dream” speech and advocate for voting rights. 

Midwest states offer lowest cost of living in 2026, with Missouri, Ohio, and Kansas topping the list.

Sybil Wilkes reports on a health scare, a political surge, rising grocery costs, and a legal victory for Black farmers.

Everyone needs, or should want to have,  Dr. Glenda Baskin Glover on their side. Her book, “How Dare You- An HBCU President’s Fight for Half a Billion Dollars Owed-and the State’s Actions to Avoid Payment,”  may have one of the longest titles, but it demonstrates the grit, persistence and dedication of one of the best in the […]

Insecure, a cultural phenomenon, captivated audiences with relatable stories of young Black lives. Fans still debate Issa vs. Lawrence, and now can revisit the show through a 10th anniversary tour.

Before the opening night of 'The Whoopi Monologues,' star Danielle Pinnock explains how Hollywood success favors the bold.

Women Crush Wednesday is here, and we're on a mission to highlight 50 of the hottest queer queens gracing our timelines this week!