Tuesday, March 31, 2026

What is Holy Week and why does it matter?

Holy Week marks the final seven days of Jesus’ life leading up to Easter, inviting […]


Central Haitian town descends into fire and bloodshed from gang warfare

A deadly clash between the Gran Grif gang and a vigilante group in Petite-Rivière de […]


‘Spend in the Black’ turns faith into economic power

Salem Baptist Church in Chicago is leading “Spend in the Black,” a faith-driven initiative encouraging […]


Reginald F. Lewis museum hosts children’s book festival

By Alexis LaRueAFRO Internalarue@afro.com The Reginald F. Lewis Museum’s Children’s Book Festival returns April 11, […]


Ruby red slippers, a mean old lion, and Black folk adorned in emerald green can only mean one thing – ‘The Wiz’ is coming back to DC

The Tony Award-winning musical “The Wiz” returns to Washington, D.C., for a limited run at […]


Youths lead conversation at 2026 D.C. Teen Summit

The D.C. Teen Summit, held on March 13, brought young people together to lead conversations […]


Must-read historical fiction novels about Black women

A list of must-read historical fiction novels highlights powerful stories of Black women whose lives […]


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