Retired Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Jacoby Jones has died at age 40. Drafted by the Houston Texans in 2007, he played there for four years
According to the Associated Press, a new poll indicates that a solid majority of Americans oppose a federal abortion ban. This presents a politically challenging
Mary McLeod Bethune was born on July 10, 1875. Her parents, former slaves, recognized the power of education. In 1904, she opened the Daytona Educational
Jaden Smith, born July 8, 1998, celebrates his 26th birthday today. As an actor, musician, and activist, Smith has made significant strides in various fields
On July 5, 1975, Arthur Ashe made history as the first Black man to win Wimbledon, defeating defending champion Jimmy Connors. Ashe had earlier claimed
On July 3, 1861, boxer Peter “The Prince” Jackson was born in Saint Croix. Moving to Australia as a child, Jackson began his boxing career
On July 2, 1777, Vermont became the first territory to abolish slavery. In setting this groundbreaking example, Vermont’s legislature also extended voting rights to Black
The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, recognized for the first time that ex-presidents have immunity from prosecution for certain actions taken in office.
Prince is finally set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a recognition he declined twice during his lifetime before his tragic
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy declared gun violence a public health crisis, citing a surge in firearm-related injuries and deaths. Murthy is calling for
NBA legend Samuel Jones was born June 24, 1933. Selected by the Boston Celtics in the 1957 NBA Draft, he spent his entire 12-season professional
Louisiana has become the first state to mandate the display of the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom, a move supported by the Republican-controlled
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