A SoCal native is set to pilot NASA's lunar mission — and become the first Black person to reach the moon

Victor Glover, who grew up in Pomona, will pilot NASA's first crewed flight to the moon since 1972. If successful, he'll be ...
Pew Research Center

Key findings about Black immigrants in the U.S.

The U.S. Black immigrant population has more than doubled since 2000, reaching 5.6 million in 2024 and now making up 11.4% of ...
WLRN

Analyzing 250 years of America through the stories and experiences of Black America

The 2026 Africana Arts and Humanities Festival highlights Black perspectives with the theme We, Too, Sing America: 250 years ...
Afro

Keeping Black tradition alive: A look at the importance of preserving African-American culture

Each year millions of people throughout the country celebrate Juneteenth. The holiday, made official in 2021, is the perfect time to uphold sacred traditions and give thanks to the ancestors who have ...
NPR

As Black History Month faces federal pushback, these authors see read-ins as more critical than ever

If you want an opportunity to learn more about African-American culture, the African-American read-in is a chance to do that. It's a gathering to read and discuss books centered on Black authors and ...
Los Angeles Times

Inside the California African American Museum’s $5-million, ‘momentum’-fueled upgrades

There’s a new public sculpture outside the California African American Museum in Exposition Park. Conceptual artist Chloë Bass’ work rests on a patch of gravel near the building’s entrance, 16 tinted ...
Healthline

What African Americans Need to Know About Lupus

Black people in the United States are more likely to develop lupus, have more severe disease, and have a higher risk of death. Recognizing symptoms and finding expert care can help improve outcomes.
The Hill

AP African American studies class revised again ahead of launch

The College Board announced Wednesday that it has revised its Advanced Placement (AP) African American studies course ahead of the class’s official launch next school year. This is the final revision ...
Business Insider

Here's how Black representation in the Barbie world has evolved over the years

The first Black Barbie debuted in 1979, two decades after Mattel introduced the original Barbie. Before then, several Black American dolls were added to the Barbie franchise, like 'colored Francie' ...
Forbes

50 Black Female Singers With Incredible Vocals

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sughnen Yongo is a Midwest writer covering Black women, pop culture. I have compiled a subjective, non-exhaustive list of 50 Black ...