Women’s History Month 2024 celebrates advocates for ‘equity, diversity and inclusion’
Women's History Month is a time to honor the women who have made important sacrifices and contributions to society in both the past and present.
Spring training 2024: Female umpire Jen Pawol makes big league debut
This MLB spring training season, all eyes will be on Jen Pawol as she gets one step closer to becoming the MLB’s first woman umpire.
Texas CROWN Act: Barbers Hill ISD student loses hair ban dispute
Texas’s CROWN Act does not apply to hair length, a judge determined Thursday, ruling in favor of the Barbers Hill Independent School District.
CROWN Act: Where national efforts for legislation stand
The CROWN Act is at the center of a trial involving Darryl George, a Black high school student, and a Texas school district over his hairstyle, which led to his suspension from school.
Female umpire Jen Pawol gets MLB spring training assignment
Jen Pawol is on the verge of becoming Major League Baseball’s first female umpire after securing a spring training assignment.
Black History Month 2024 theme: African Americans’ influence on the arts in the US
This year’s theme highlights the influence Black artists have had on visual and performing arts, as well as literature, fashion, music, film, and much more.
Elon Musk privately visits Auschwitz-Birkenau site in response to accusations of antisemitism on X
Elon Musk has been accused of allowing antisemitic messages on his social media platform X. Musk was expected to make the visit Tuesday and take part in a memorial service together with political figures.
Full Recap: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemorative Service 2024
Thousands of people gathered in-person and online to experience the 56th Martin Luther King Jr. Beloved Community Commemorative Service at the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta.
Supreme Court declines to intervene in transgender bathroom debate
The Supreme Court on Tuesday passed up a chance to intervene in the debate over bathrooms for transgender students, rejecting an appeal from an Indiana public school district.
Bucs to honor 3 members of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s family during Wild Card matchup’s coin toss
Three members of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s family will be recognized at Monday Night's Wild Card matchup at Raymond James Stadium.
Here are 5 things to know about MLK Jr. and the legacy of the civil rights icon
Dive into the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement. Explore his journey from challenging segregation to advocating for justice and equality.
MLK Day 2024: 10 timeless Martin Luther King Jr. quotes to honor civil rights icon
The reverend and civil rights icon would have turned 95 this year.
JetBlue's CEO stepping down, will be replaced by first woman to lead a major US airline
The CEO of JetBlue is stepping down, and he's being replaced by the first woman to head a major U.S. airline.
Watch Night service: How the tradition for Black Americans has evolved since 1862
Watch Night services, which date back to the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, are still observed on New Year's Eve at many multiracial and predominately Black churches in the US.
Pope Francis says priests can bless same-sex unions, requests shouldn't be matter of moral analysis
The Vatican issued a new document explaining a radical change in Vatican policy by insisting that people seeking God’s love and mercy shouldn’t be subject to “an exhaustive moral analysis" to receive it.
Black Americans anticipate dealing with racism during a doctor’s visit, survey finds
A recent survey shows that nearly half of people of color who received health care services in the past three years said they had negative experiences with a health care provider.
Moscow gay bars raided by police after Supreme Court decision deeming LGBTQ+ movement 'extremist'
Russian security forces raided gay clubs and bars across Moscow Friday night, less than 48 hours after the country’s top court banned what it called the “global LGBTQ+ movement” as an extremist organization.
Roger Goodell: NFL still needs more minority coach hires
There are six minority head coaches, including three who are Black.
Tulsa Race Massacre survivor Hughes Van Ellis dies at 102
Hughes Van Ellis was the youngest known survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre. He was just 6 months old when he and his family escaped what is widely considered one of the most stark examples of racial violence in American history.
Pope Francis opens Vatican meeting, says 'everyone' is welcome to the Catholic Church
Pope Francis has opened a big meeting on the future of the Catholic Church.