Black History Month 'double down'

Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month – a celebration of Black history, culture and education. Related video above: Beyoncé becomes first Black woman with top country album The history of the month dates back almost a century,
Black History Month Starts Amid Trump DEI Crackdown. What Lawmakers Say
Democratic lawmakers marked the beginning of Black History Month this February 1st with tributes to Black American achievements, while some also criticized President Donald Trump's recent opposition to DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) initiatives. Newsweek reached out to the White House via email for comment on Saturday.
Black History Month starts Saturday. Here's the history behind the month-long celebration
Often called the "Father of Black History," Virginia native and scholar Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week in February of 1926.
Amid Trump’s Anti-Diversity Effort, Black History Month Takes On New Meaning
Feb. 1 marks the first day of Black History Month, and suddenly the study of the Black experience may feel like an act of defiance.
Maryland leaders publicly support Black History Month despite Trump’s DEI attacks
Maryland political leaders stepped up their support Saturday for Black History Month in the midst of an onslaught of attacks on diversity initiatives by President Donald Trump. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore,
Today marks the beginning of Black History Month
Georgia was at the center of the fight for civil rights and throughout the decades, WSB has been committed to covering the movement.
The theme of Black History Month 2025 is ‘African Americans and Labor’
Groups celebrating Black History Month are including this year’s theme of African Americans and Labor as part of their commemorations.
Bears to Honor Black History Month 2025
The Bears are proud to celebrate Black History Month 2025 by honoring the transformative legacy of Black individuals within the organization, the sport of football and our community.
JMRL launches event calendar for Black History Month
To kick things off, the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library branches across central Virginia will be hosting a wide range of events to celebrate Black history.
‘We have a legacy in this city’: Black History Month event honored current, retired Black judges
Approximately 100 community members attended the Judicial Meet-and-Greet event with several past and current judges at the Witte Museum on Saturday.
Black History Month 'double down' as Trump erases DEI
For me, this does not do anything except make me double down on my commitment to teach it to my children,” said entrepreneur and activist Sheletta Brundidge.
Black History Month 2025 celebrates role of Black labor in building nation
This year's Black History Month theme celebrates the role of Black labor in building the nation through industry or community ...
Film Society to celebrate Black History Month with 'Dusty and Stones' documentary
The Independent Film Society of Colorado will showcase the documentary “Dusty and Stones” this Friday in Colorado Springs to ...
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Black History Month: Evansville native Ron Glass went on to become a TV star
Editor's note: The Courier & Press and The Gleaner are marking Black History Month with a collection of stories about people, places and events from local Black history. EVANSVILLE – "Right now ...
Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares ‘identity months dead’
The Trump White House has issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month around the same time the Defense ...
Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such ...
Trump Honors Black History Month With Tribute To ‘Black American Patriots,' Including Tiger Woods, Amid Controversial DEI Ban
Black History Month honors the achievements of Black Americans and makes space to celebrate the extended contributions they have made to the United States. Initially, by Carter G. Woodson, the month ...
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Palm Springs kicks off Black History Month with Saturday morning flag raising ceremony
The ceremony was just the start of a month filled with events honoring Black history that concludes with the annual Black ...