You don’t have to get too far outside of New York City to experience the peace and tranquility that connecting with nature offers. In fact, just 30 miles north along […] The post Get Lost: 72 Hours In New York’s Hudson Valley appeared first on Essence.

Virginia State Sen. Louise Lucas is facing two felony charges stemming from damage done to a Confederate monument during protests back in June, WAVY reports. According to the report, Lucas […] The post Virginia State Senator Charged With ‘Injury’ To Confederate Monument appeared first on Essence.

Yesterday evening, to kick off the Democratic National Convention, Michelle Obama gave a powerful message, and as usual, her words have been reshared throughout the day. But her subtle accessory […] The post Michelle Obama Wore ByChari For DNC Keynote Address appeared first on Essence.

Reflection on the fight for women’s right to vote often conjures the names and images of very specific women: white women. This is no surprise, as many educators, historians, and […] The post NY Times Gives New Light To The Suffragist Movement With ‘Finish The Fight’ appeared first on Essence.