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 ...

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 ...

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.

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 ...

Long before Black History Month was nationally recognized, Dr. Carter G. Woodson — founder of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History — initiated the first "Negro ...

Woodson, known as the Father of Black History, founded the Association for the Study of African American Life and History. He lived from 1875 to 1950 and was the son of former slaves, according to ...

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.

Black history was held in its highest regard last week during the African American History Challenge, hosted by the 100 Black Men of Metropolitan St. Louis on March 8, 2025 at the organization’s ...

Black History Month honors the achievements and struggles of African Americans throughout U.S. history, and it’s a great time to visit a favorite museum for a special exhibit or visit somewhere ...

Feb. 20 (UPI) --President Donald Trump welcomed attendees to the White House Thursday to celebrate Black History and announced the planned National Garden of Heroes that will honor Black Americans ...