Today we share some history on the Jerry Rescue, where abolitionist rescue and subsequently help an African American escape from being falsely accused of theft

Today we share some history on James Meredith, the first African American to enroll at the University of Mississippi

Today we shine a spotlight on poet and author Gwendolyn Brooks, the first African American to win a Pulitzer Prize

Today we celebrate the life and legacy of blues singer Bessie Smith, often regarded as one of the greatest singers of her era.

Today we share some background on the history of service of African Americans in the United States Navy

Today we share some history on the integration of Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas by nine African American students dubbed the "Little Rock Nine"

Happy birthday, Ray Charles! Today we celebrate the legendary recording artist on what would be his 89th birthday!

Today we share some history on a movement to boycott products made by slaves organized by the Negro Convention of Free Men

Happy Founders Day, Iota Phi Theta! Today we share some history on the origin of this greek letter fraternity.

Today we send birthday wishes to Dr. Ben Carson, renowned neurosurgeon and current U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development