July 3, 2023
On this day in 1861, boxer Peter “The Prince” Jackson was born
On July 3, 1861, boxer Peter “The Prince” Jackson was born in Saint Croix. After moving to Australia as a child, Jackson…
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June 23, 2023
Twenty years ago today, the first Black mayor of Atlanta, Maynard Jackson, passed away
Twenty years ago today, June 23, 2003, the first Black mayor of Atlanta, Georgia, Maynard Jackson, passed away at age 65. Born…
June 21, 2023
On this day in 1832, Joseph Rainey, the first African American to serve in the House of Representatives, was born
Joseph Rainey was born on June 21, 1832. He was the first African American to serve in the United States House of…
June 20, 2023
On this day in 1955, E. Lynn Harris was born
E. Lynn Harris was born on June 20, 1955, in Flint, Michigan, and grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas. Harris would go…
June 15, 2023
On this day in 1921, Bessie Coleman became the first Black woman to earn a pilot’s license
In 1920, Bessie embarked on a journey to France, a country known for its more inclusive aviation schools. She enrolled at an…
June 7, 2023
On this day in 1998, James Byrd Jr. died after being beaten by three white supremacists
Twenty-five years ago today, a 49-year-old Black man named James Byrd Jr. died on June 7, 1998, after he was beaten by…
June 2, 2023
On this day in 1962, Ray Charles earned his third No. 1 hit
On June 2, 1962, music legend Ray Charles, one of the founding fathers of soul music, earned his third No. 1 hit…
May 31, 2023
On this day in 1909, the National Negro Committee held it’s first meeting in New York City
On May 31, 1909, the National Negro Committee, an influential group of leaders for social change, held its first meeting in New…
May 30, 2023
On this day in 1943, civil rights activist James Chaney was born
On May 30, 1943, civil rights activist James Chaney was born in Meridian, Mississippi. Tragically, his life was cut short in June…
May 26, 2023
The legendary Pam Grier turns 74 today
Pam Grier's contributions to cinema and her relentless pursuit of empowerment have forever altered the landscape of the industry.
May 24, 2023
On this day in 1944, Patti LaBelle was born in Philadelphia
Patti LaBelle was born on May 24, 1944, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. LaBelle’s journey in the music industry began in the early 1960s…
May 23, 2023
On this day in 1973, Maxwell was born
Maxwell, also known as Gerald Maxwell Rivera, was born on May 23, 1973. He is known for his smooth, soulful voice and…