Black History Facts: Elijah McCoy
Inventor and manufacturer, born in Canada. His African-American parents had fled from Kentucky to escape slavery.
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People March Through Mount Pleasant Calling For An End To Violence
In Cleveland’s Mount Pleasant neighborhood more than 150 people took part in what organizers hope will be the first International Walk and Run for Peace, Justice and Empowerment.
Read MoreCelebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson
The legendary Smokey Robinson has been a pillar in the African American music scene since the inception of Motown. Follow us as we celebrate Smokey Robinson during this Black History month.
Read MoreAlthea Gibson: Tennis and Golf Pioneer
Althea Gibson was the first african american to win in the US Open, paving the way for Venus and Serena. Follow us as we celebrate Althea during Black History Month.
Read MoreTaraji P. Henson: From Howard U To Hollywood’s A-List
Taraji P. Henson is one of today’s brightest African-American actresses stacking up a long list of movie credits and awards. Her story and accomplishments are highlighted here in honor of Black History Month.
Read MoreDenzel Washington: An Actor That Transcends Time
We honor Denzel Washington for Black History Month 2010 for his vast contributions to the arts as one of our greatest American actors. How well do you think you know Denzel? Take our trivia quiz and test your “fanism.”
Read MoreBlack Activist: Angela Davis
Angela Davis Black Activist and legendary Black Panther, still is active today speaking and uplifting the African American community. Follow us as we celebrate Angela Davis.
Read MoreStreet Judge – Greg Mathis
We all know Judge Greg Mathis from his TV Court show, but do we really know Judge Greg Mathis? Check out his story of triumph here.
Read MoreThe First African American To Win A Medal In The Winter Olympics – Vonetta Flowers
Vonetta Flowers will go down in the history books as the first African American male or female to win a medal in the Winter Olympics. Read her story and check out some footage from her historical day.
Read MoreCelebrating The Legendary Diahann Carroll
Diahann Carroll master of stage and screen has paved the way for all African American actors making strides in areas unheard of for her time. She has went from being the first African American female to have her own television series; to being the first African American actress to star on the legendary TV show Dynasty. Diahann Carroll is definitely a legend of her time and we celebrate her during Black History Month.
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