Born in segregated Georgia, Lomax first reported for the "The Afro-American" and "The Chicago Defender." He made history in 1958 when he became the first black journalist on television.

"During Black History Month, we pay tribute to these heroes and so many others," Trump said. "Not just because they are Black heroes but also because they are truly American heroes who inspire all ...

Highly decorated Marine commando Maj. James Capers will visit Ohio on Friday. His service is also being recognized in an effort to award him the Medal of Honor.

During Black History Month, News4JAX is celebrating local African American trailblazers who paved the way in politics and public service. These are just a few of the figures whose influence is ...

The Association for the Study of African American Life & History, founded by historian Carter G. Woodson — who is known as the father of Black History Month — emphasizes on its website that it ...

In 1990, the National Council of Teachers of English started the National African American Read-In, with the goal of making literacy a significant part of Black History Month.

Monday Feb. 3 – African American History Month kickoff, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join the Black Student Union for Black History Bingo, hot chocolate and treats.

LOUISVILLE, Ky (WDRB) -- It is Black History Month all year long at Roots 101 African-American Museum. WDRB's Keith Kaiser explored the downtown Louisville gallery.

President Donald Trump made a point of saluting Black History Month and the contributions of some African Americans in a proclamation on Jan. 31, the eve of Black History Month. “Throughout our ...

Because African American history does make some people feel uncomfortable. Now, more than ever. Executive orders and book bans In March, President Donald Trump singled out the National Museum of ...