In 1822, freed Black Americans began resettling in a colony on the west coast of Africa. But the idea was controversial: Was ...

It was 160 years ago that enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they had been freed — after the Civil War’s end and ...

The free event features live music, drag performances and community advocacy at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's outdoor ...

Michigan wildlife experts finally were able to trap a black bear and remove a large lid that was stuck around his neck — for ...

The move comes as youths, especially LGBTQ+, face rising mental health challenges. More than 55,000 people per month use the ...

“I remember wearing it on a long walk on the first warm day. It feels flowy and breezy. And while it’s only 55 percent linen ...

Advocates said the high court's decision to uphold state bans on gender-affirming care is a major blow to transgender rights.

The 'Straw' actress is a mother to son Marcell, whom she welcomed while at Howard University For Taraji P. Henson, motherhood is always at the forefront of everything she does. On Monday, June 16, the ...

For Monsignor Ray East and his brother Nathan, their faith feeds their music and their music feeds their faith.

Varsity Spirit is starting a professional cheerleading league that promises to pay athletes, joining the crowded niche sports market that already includes softball, volleyball, 3-on-3 basketball, ...

Policies from the Trump administration are already impacting readers, publishers and authors – and could continue given grant cuts and DEI reversals.