A Black woman of the South made a compelling argument that artistry in the kitchen has strong roots in African-American culture. We continue our look at Black History this month with the 

story of a woman who made us love what we ate.

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A groundbreaking journalist and activist -- successful long before it was fashionable for her to be -- faced death for speaking her mind and writing the truth. We continue our examination of Black History this month with a woman who inspires all races even today.

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In 1970, the first Black *man* graduated from South Carolina's military college. It wasn't until 32 years later that another barrier was broken -- times seven.  We continue our look at Black History this month with women who marched an uncharted path together.

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You may be surprised to learn that the man who ushered in the most well-known civil rights organization in American history stood out from the people he led.  Here is a look at Black History with a story of irony.

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 Marian Wright Edelman found her calling in life...and it was the children.   A look at one woman's journey from the law, to advocating for kids.

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The 50th year following a milestone moment in civil rights gave a contemporary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr another chance to resist.   This is a look at Civil Rights leader Diane Nash's second act

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When a famous Black singer's speaking voice grounded his career, technology came to the rescue.  

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Building walls to keep people apart is an idea almost as old as time. As we continue to explore Black History this month, this is story of how it was once used in a Midwestern city to create an ethnic and economic divide.

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A look into a celebrated past of Black Resistance, we start with a look of a famous sports figure of the past and comparisons to a contemporary event.

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American diplomat, political scientist, civil servant, and professor who is the current director of the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. Rice served as the 66th United States secretary of state from 2005 to 2009 and as the 20th national security advisor from 2001 to 2005. A member of the Republican Party, Rice was the first female African American secretary of state and the first woman to serve as National Security Advisor.​

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