Malaika Jabali
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Henrietta Lacks Statue Will Replace Monument Of Robert E. Lee In Virginia
A statue honoring Henrietta Lacks, the woman whose “immortal” cells have led to countless medical breakthroughs, will be built in her birthplace of Roanoke, Virginia,...
The Black Artists Behind Your Fave Christmas Classics
We all know contemporary holiday hits, like Mariah Carey’s ubiquitous “All I Want For Christmas Is You” or Boyz II Men’s “Let It Snow.” But...
Black McDonald’s Executive Sues Company For Alleged Racial Discrimination
A Black McDonald’s executive has filed a lawsuit against the fast-food company, accusing CEO Chris Kempczinski of racial discrimination. Michael Peaster oversaw Kempczinski’s safety as...
Former Cop Who Killed Atatiana Jefferson Sentenced To Nearly 12 Years In Prison
The former Texas police officer who fatally shot Atatiana Jefferson through the window of her home was sentenced to nearly 12 years in prison on...
Emmett Till And His Mother Will Be Awarded Congress’ Highest Honor
With a unanimous vote, the House passed a bill Wednesday to award the late Emmett Till and his mother Mamie Till-Mobley the Congressional Gold Medal,...
Why Aren’t More Black Candidates Winning?
A record number of Black candidates ran for office during the 2022 midterm elections. Several of them made history with election wins across the U.S. Among them...
Nipsey Hussle’s Killer Won’t Get Conviction Reduced
On Monday, a California judge denied an attempt by Eric Holder Jr.’s defense lawyer to have his first-degree murder conviction reduced for the killing of...
Central Park Unveils Entrance In Honor Of The ‘Exonerated Five’
Five men– who became known as the “Central Park Five” in their teens– are being honored at the park where their lives had tragically changed....
Look How We Ate That! Did You Know We Share These Holiday Dishes Across The Diaspora?
When Nat King Cole opened his classic “Christmas Song” with the line “chestnuts roasting on an open fire,” it was with good reason. Food and...
Jan. 6 Committee Recommends Criminal Charges Against Trump For Role In Capitol Attack
Members of the House Jan. 6 committee voted on Monday to refer criminal charges to the Justice Department for former President Trump for his alleged...