Grammy-nominated singer Andra Day lends her powerful vocals to ESPN’s “Rise Up: A SportsCenter Special.” The one-hour long special looks at prominent black athletes and their personal…

Michelle Obama celebrated Black History Month by hosting a special event in honor of the contributions women of color have made to dance.

Franchesca "Chescaleigh" Ramsey explains why the contributions of Black Americans should be celebrated.

Kim Fields explains why Black History Month is an important month in the year, and why it’s not only important to use it to our…

In honor of black history month, JahLion Sound talks about the importance of February’s annual role in educating ourselves in our history. Check out the…

Don’t let Diane Nash’s small role in the film "Selma" fool you. She was a crucial figure in the Freedom Rides, the lunch counter sit-ins, protests for Blacks’ voting rights and the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1965.

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Black History Month originated in 1926, founded by Carter G. Woodson and was created to celebrate achievements, births, important timelines, events and to remember those…

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Black History Month originated in 1926, founded by Carter G. Woodson and was created to celebrate achievements, births, important timelines, events and to remember those…