How some enslaved Black people stayed in Southern slaveholding states – and found freedom
For generations, the Underground Railroad has been the quintessential story of resistance against oppression. Yet, the story ...
Presidential historian calls for end to 'silly' Presidents' Day, compares it to celebrating a king's birthday
Presidential historian Lindsay Chervinsky suggested on Monday that Presidents' Day was ridiculous and should be canceled, ...
The history behind the West Virginia Black Heritage Festival
News is honoring Black history this February, including the West Virginia Black Heritage Festival (WVBHF), which is held each ...
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Highlighting one of Black history's notable but lesser-known figures
With the controversy surrounding President Donald Trump's executive order terminating diversity, equity and inclusion ...
Why the truth about Black history matters | Opinion
The legacy of slavery and the century of legalized exclusion and oppression that followed continues to affect Black Americans ...
Black History Month: The Emancipation Oak is symbolic of African American Freedom
One of the 10 greatest trees in the world is still holding strong — and with a remarkable tale of strength to pair with it.
LEONARD GREENE: Trump trashes equity and diversity as he issues proclamation honoring Black History Month
On the one hand, Trump wants to eliminate everything that has anything to do with equity and diversity, including any ...
Abraham Lincoln’s Reconciliation Lessons For Business Leaders
On Presidents Day we are reminded of Abraham Lincoln’s commitment to reconciliation and rehabilitation, rather than retribution and revenge, as a mark of leadership.
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Cowboy Carter Chronicles: Beyoncé’s Texas Hold ‘Em and the fight to reclaim black history
Freedom after the Civil War was not as simple as the Emancipation Proclamation or the ratification of the 13th Amendment. For millions of formerly enslaved Black people, it was a moment of ...