First Black woman to serve as USDA's No. 2 set to leave department
Jewel Bronaugh, the No. 2 person at the US Department of Agriculture and the first Black woman in the position, will leave the department on Tuesday after a two-year tenure in which she led agency efforts to diversify its workforce and provide relief to farmers of color who say they have been discriminated against over the years.
'The Grandmother of Juneteenth' visits Milwaukee
"The Grandmother of Juneteenth" paid a visit to Milwaukee on Friday, Feb. 24.
Humble Man Sentenced to 37 Years in Prison for Shooting at Police during 37-mile Chase
An Humble man was sentenced to 37 years in prison for shooting at a police officer in Upper Kirby during a chase through Houston on the Southwest Freeway, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
Urban Outfitters Celebrates Black Influence, History, and Culture with Exclusive Collections and Initiatives in Honor of Black History Month
On February 23rd, Urban Outfitters’ will release a commemorative collegiate merch collection in collaboration with Cheyney University, the first Historically Black University, and sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness, with proceeds from the sales of the collection being donated to the university, continuing UO’s support of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The collections and initiatives launching in February speak to Urban Outfitters’ ongoing commitment to nurturing long-term connections within our community by celebrating diverse talent and inspiring the next generations of creative youth.
Tickets On Sale for the Texas Hill Country Wineries Wine & Wildflower Journey
Tickets are now on sale for Texas Hill Country Wineries spring self-guided passport event, the Wine & Wildflower Journey, which is happening from March 27th - April 21st. Passport holders can sip award-winning wines at 40+ unique Hill Country wineries during the course of the event. Participants can visit up to four wineries per day and receive a 15% discount on three bottle purchases.
African-American Energy Expert Damali Rhett Harding Named Acting U.S. Program Director for Regulatory Assistance Project
The Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that supports energy regulators in the clean energy transition, announces that Damali Rhett Harding has been named acting director of its U.S. program, effective March 17.
St. Peter Catholic - A Career and Technical High School- Houston's first Catholic T E High School groundbreaking ceremony to be held on March 7, 2023
A Career and Technical High School is proud to announce the groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the construction of Houston's first Catholic CTE high school.
Erica Campbell Headlines “Celebrate Gospel” at Disneyland Resort
Ahead of performing at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif., as the headlining talent of “Celebrate Gospel” on Feb. 25, 2023, award-winning singer and radio show host Erica Campbell made special memories with Minnie Mouse before taking the stage.
French Bloom’s favorite non-alcoholic cocktail recipes
Launched in Fall 2022 in the US by Maggie Frerejean-Taittinger and Constance Jablonski, French Bloom has quickly managed to create a new category and position itself as market leader of the super premium 0.0% alcohol sparkling wine category.
Atlanta's First Black Reporter Dies at 83
Legendary anchorman Lorenzo 'Lo' Jelks has died at 83, first black TV anchorman in Atlanta at WSB-TV
Benjamin Crump wins NAACP Social Justice Impact Award and vows 'never to stop fighting racism and discrimination'
Attorney Benjamin Crump has been at the forefront of some of the highest-profile cases involving civil rights and racial injustice -- but acknowledges there's much more work to be done.
Moped-riding thieves are stealing AirPod Max headphones off people's heads, NYPD says
If you're an AirPod Max owner in New York, you'll want to hold on tight to your headphones. Since January, the New York City Police Department has recorded 21 incidents in which thieves riding mopeds stole Apple AirPod Max headphones off their victims' heads. The popular headphones retail for $549 on Apple's website.
The Best of 2023 Black Joy Parade
The 2023 Black Joy Parade took to the streets of Oakland despite wintery wet weather. Here are the highlights.
She grew up watching 'Sesame Street.' Then she made history as the show's first Black female puppeteer
Megan Piphus Peace has always found magic in puppets. The self-trained ventriloquist and puppeteer grew up watching the sock puppets on "Lamb Chop's Play-Along," the hand puppets of "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," and the muppets of "Sesame Street." As a child, the characters seemed so alive, and it was only later that she learned what it took to create that sense of reality.
2023 Rodeo Uncorked!® International Wine Competition Winners Celebrated at the Champion Wine Auction & Dinner
The 2023 Rodeo Uncorked! Champion Wine Auction & Dinner was held at NRG Center today. Enthusiastic supporters gathered for the annual event, where winning wines from the 2023 Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition were auctioned.
Demand has surged — not slumped — for Kanye West's Yeezy sneakers, one CEO says
Adidas last year dumped Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) and his once hugely popular Yeezy clothing and sneaker brand because of his antisemitic remarks. But the controversy has seemingly spurred demand for the shoes.
Angela Bassett checked on Ariana DeBose after viral rap
Angela Bassett did indeed do the thing. The "Black Panther" star told Variety she messaged Oscar-winning actress Ariana DeBose after DeBose mentioned her in a now-viral performance at the BAFTA Awards.
FYI Philly celebrates Black-owned businesses with hosts Sharrie Williams and Gray Hall
FYI Philly celebrates Black excellence with a look at business owners making Philly great, hosted by Sharrie Williams and Gray Hall.
WJZ's Black History Month Oratory Competition concludes
Three participants were named at the winners of this years contest.
