Civil Rights & Social Justice
Memorial Day honors military sacrifice, Black history, and racial justice. Sybil Wilkes' segment explores these themes through personal stories.
Stepping up for jury duty is a mix of emotions. On one hand, it’s a civic honor—a chance to contribute to the justice system and be part of something bigger than yourself. On the other, it’s a disruption to daily life, often met with groans and excuses. My recent experience left me feeling both proud […]
On my @therealmaddhatta post, folks had plenty to say after a woman got called out by a popular influencer for saying “Auntie.” Now let’s be real: in the Black community, “Auntie” is usually not an insult. Most times, it’s love. It’s respect. It’s how we salute a woman who carries wisdom, presence, style, and that […]
Black community leaders fight voting rights threats, entrepreneurs revitalize neighborhoods, and Black music icons honored in cultural legacy.
The LSU head coach admitted that Ole Miss’ long association with segregation and Confederate imagery hurt recruiting efforts with Black players.
We spoke to Dr. Jennifer D. Dobbs, Director of Cultural Affairs for the City of Montgomery, about the upcoming A Fine & Dandy Affair™, Dandyism as an art form, and Montgomery being an official stop on the Road to Essence Festival of Culture.
The BlackManCan Awards were held at New York City's Symphony Space on Saturday. Dozens came to uplift and honor Black boys, Black men, the Black women who love them, the Black community and Black love
Racist rant by Houston officer sparks outrage, fueling calls for accountability and action against systemic racism.
A Houston Police Department officer has been relieved of duty after a disturbing video surfaced online showing her making racist remarks. Authorities say the woman in the video is Officer Ashley Gonzalez, who remains employed for now but has been stripped of all active duties pending an investigation. Department officials confirmed that Gonzalez has turned […]
From courtrooms to outer space, from concert halls to the halls of Congress, these extraordinary black women did not just break barriers they dismantled them, rebuilt what came after, and made the impossible inevitable for those who followed. They walked into rooms that were never designed with them in mind and left behind blueprints for […]
Vogue's 'cloud bob' controversy highlights cultural appropriation, the power of prestige media, and the need for diverse voices.
Long before hashtags mobilized millions with a single post, Black women were already organizing movements that would change the course of history. Without the amplification of social media, they relied on community networks, church gatherings, word of mouth, and relentless determination to build power from the ground up. Their leadership was not always centered in […]