New film explores the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and struggle of the streets named after him in his honor
A new independent film delves into a question that has sparked discussions among neighbors, friends, and families for years: ...
Nearly 80 years strong: DC's oldest Black family-owned flower shop shares their story
Lee's Flower Shop in D.C. has been around for nearly 80 years and roughly three generations.The Black-owned florist located on the U Street corridor survived t ...
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Column: Dr. King’s legacy is important, but complicated
Early in the year, the significant legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. resonates strongly. The third Monday in January is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, providing an occasion for reflection, along with ...
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cancels celebrations at DOD. What is Black History Month?
New defense secretary Pete Hegseth has canceled all cultural awareness months in the Department of Defense, including Black ...
Trump signs Black History Month proclamation despite rumors he planned to 'cancel' it
Despite rumors and misinformation that swirled last week, President Donald Trump has recognized February 2025 as National ...
Martin Luther King III on Growing Up Without His Iconic Dad, How He Had to 'Emerge from My Father's Vast Shadow'
King III explores his complicated relationship with his father's legend in 'What Is My Legacy?: Realizing a New Dream of ...
Martin Luther King Jr. parade kicks off Black History Month in Oklahoma City
Delayed from January, Oklahoma City’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. parade officially kicked off Black History Month for the ...
North Omaha community, officials participate in march honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Dozens met at 24th and Lake Streets this morning, including members of the NAACP, city and county officials, the Omaha Police Chief and the mayor.
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Parade scheduled for Saturday afternoon
Cold weather last month delayed the annual Oklahoma City Martin Luther King Jr. parade, but the weather couldn’t be better for the parade happening Saturday at 2 p.m.
Pentagon agency bans Black History Month in compliance with Trump’s anti-DEI push
The Defense Intelligence Agency also ordered the suspension of events marking LGBTQ Pride Month, Juneteenth and Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Pentagon agency pauses celebrations for MLK Jr. Day, Black History Month, Pride Month, and more
The Defense Department’s intelligence agency has paused observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Pride Month, Holocaust Days of Remembrance and other cultural or historical annual events in response ...
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Pentagon agency pauses Black History Month, MLK Day observances
A retired chief warrant officer in the military is upset about the Pentagon’s intelligence arm’s decision to no longer ...