Of the eight Howard children, five entered the U.S. Army to serve in World War II.

Join award-winning author, journalist, and college professor Wayne Dawkins for an insightful discussion on his latest book, Sam Lacy and Wendell Smith: The Dynamic Duo that Desegregated American ...

In this Caprock Chronicles series, attorneys Chuck Lanehart and Dwight McDonald explore a shameful part of Lubbock's past - ...

A local fighter pilot who played a pivotal role in shaping American history before he passed, was honored at the Empire State ...

As a tribute to Black History Month, one of the original Tuskegee Airmen was honored in Saratoga for his contributions to his country and his community.Clarence ...

Sixty-six years and two days after the desegregation of Warren County High School, five of the African American students who broke through the color barrier that day ...

Tyler Perry's most-watched Netflix film has revealed the hidden history of WWII's only all-black, all-woman battalion with Maryland ties.

Mary Scott's mother may have gained her wings years ago, but the 75-year-old is certain that she and many other Hillside High School angels are smiling down on the legacies they've created. "If you ...

From Jesse Owens, Jackie Robinson and Muhammad Ali to Colin Kaepernick, the achievements of Black athletes have had a role in advancing civil rights.

Sixty-five years ago, a group of courageous young African American students in Tampa embarked on a journey that would forever change the city. Their peaceful sit-ins at the F.W. Woolworth lunch ...

Pioneering jazz pianist-singer Nat King Cole is best known for classics such as “Mona Lisa” and “The Christmas Song” as well ...

The story of Clara Luper reminds us that ordinary people can take a stand and fight against injustice. Will you join in ...