Civil Rights & Social Justice
The shooting in a Florida Walmart parking lot illustrates how the right to bear arms truly doesn’t apply to Black people.
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th year, the expected patriotism of a sanitized history exposes the deep chasm Black Americans must navigate every Fourth of July.
Douglass' iconic 1852 speech on July 4th remains a powerful lens on America's unfinished promise of freedom and equality for Black Americans.
Former University of Tennessee professor Tamar Shirinian is one of several people who have been fired over social media posts critical of Charlie Kirk.
BLD PWR’s Juneteenth Weekend was so much more than a simple celebration. It was a testament to what can happen when you choose community over status.
Black women's contributions get overlooked in beauty industry. Patrick Ta's blush launch criticized for not crediting Ngozi 'Painted by Esther' Edeme.
From Reconstruction to affirmative action, gains for Black Americans have a history of triggering efforts to repeal them.Â
One freedom marker reminds us that liberation can be delayed, and the other reminds us that visibility is not the same as safety.
Jury convicts Frisco teen of murder in high school track meet stabbing, highlighting debates on youth violence and self-defense.
A viral post from Dallas attorney Augustus Corbett hit the airwaves on Magic 102.1’s The Madd Hatta Show — and the conversation it sparked was anything but quiet. Corbett’s message was direct: Black communities can’t keep reacting to every political windstorm. It’s time to get proactive. His five-point plan laid it out plainly — organize, […]
Galveston Island will once again serve as the backdrop for one of the region’s most meaningful Juneteenth celebrations as the Freedom Sounds in Music Festival takes over Menard Park on June 19, 2026. The free event invites families, residents, and visitors to honor the history of Juneteenth through a full day of live entertainment, cultural […]
Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the City of Houston’s MLK Unity Parade on Monday, January 18, 2027, in downtown Houston. Hosted by the Mayor’s Office of Special Events, the annual parade will begin at Houston City Hall, located at 901 Bagby Street, and bring together community organizations, schools, […]
