Posts by Nicole Martinez
Kara Walker Is No One’s Robot
One artist is using technology in creative ways to comment on her identity and the trauma experienced as a Black person.
Read MoreAn Alabama Town’s New Mayor Was Locked Out. 3 Years Later, He Will Return.
After more than three years and legal case, incumbent politicians must finally recognize Patrick Braxton as the elected mayor.
Read MoreJamaal Bowman Loses Primary to George Latimer—and a Lot of AIPAC Money
Progressive, pro-Palestine politics came head to head with a moderate, Israel-backed candidate in this election.
Read MoreWhy Black Republicans Aren’t Persuading Black Voters
Black Republicans like Tim Scott and Byron Donalds have to pretend racism is not an issue. But the majority of Black people know better.
Read MoreA new documentary explores why the first ‘Black Barbie’ was much more than just a doll
On the tail of a successful movie based on Mattel’s Barbie, Netflix is now home to a documentary about a Black version of the classic doll.
Read MoreThe Center for Black Excellence and Culture to hold groundbreaking on Juneteenth
Wednesday was a momentous day in Madison due to the groundbreaking of a future community center that will host events and display art.
Read MoreChico State receives $250,000 grant to create Black Student Center, opening fall 2024
Black students at Chico State will have a student center to help them excel academically and professionally.
Read MoreLegendary outfielder Willie Mays, ‘Say Hey Kid,’ dies at 93
The world remembers the life and talent of baseballer Willie Mays, who some describe as the “the greatest center fielder who ever lived.”
Read More40 Acres and a Lie
Reporters found descendants of freed slaves who were given land, revealing a long history of racism and anti-racist activism
Read MoreSnoop Dogg showed up for Brewers game, threw surprise first pitch and FaceTimed Bob Uecker
Brewers fans and players alike were thrilled when musician Snoop Dogg attended a game and threw out the first pitch.
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