Posts Tagged ‘Remembrance’
City of Tulsa Provides Significant Archeological, DNA Updates in 1921 Graves Investigation
Tulsa’s Mayor Nichols announced the confirmation that a veteran was a victim of the massacre and the finding of a potential victim’s remains.
Read MoreSly Stone Believed Everybody Is a Star: The Massive Legacy of an Avant-Funk Revolutionary
Rob Sheffield examines the recently departed Stone’s unique musical style, including his inspiration and those musicians he later inspired.
Read MoreTulsa mayor declares June 1 as Tulsa Race Massacre Observance Day to honor history
Tulsa’s first Black mayor has taken steps to recognize the city’s racist history. Could reparations follow?
Read MoreRoberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer of ‘Killing Me Softly With His Song,’ dies at 88
The songstress who had been living with ALS, which prevented her from singing anymore, since 2022, passed peacefully.
Read MoreBernice King on MLK Day coinciding with Trump inauguration: ‘It reminds us of King’s spirit’
Dr. King’s daughter encourages people to push on in a way that recognizes her father’s values and legacy.
Read MoreBiden posthumously pardons Black nationalist Marcus Garvey
After prompts from members of congress in response to his earlier pardons, President Biden pardoned the civil rights leader.
Read MoreBarbie doll of Aaliyah sells out on late R&B star’s birthday
For those who missed out, the Aaliyah Barbie will be available to purchase from Target after January 26th.
Read MoreLegendary soul singer dies at 89 from surgery complications
The talented singer and half of Sam & Dave has passed between 1961 and 1981, according to his representatives.
Read MoreJimmy Carter’s single term in office was a springboard for Black women in politics
After President Carter’s passing at 100 years old, we reflect on how he helped Black women during his four years as president.
Read MoreTrailblazing politician Shirley Chisholm is awarded Congress’ highest honor
Kamala Harris signed the build posthumously awarding Shirley Chisolm the Congressional Gold Medal, which President Biden signed into law.
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