April Ryan, the longest-serving Black woman in the White House press corps, has decided to focus on working for the Black Press of America, citing a shift towards conservatism and a lack of opportunities for Black women in the media industry.
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Posted inD.C. Government
 ‘More than brick and mortar:’ DC begins removing ‘Black Lives Matter’ plaza near the White House
Crews began removing the large yellow “Black Lives Matter” letters from the street near the White House on March 10, in response to pressure from Republicans in Congress, with the goal of replacing them with city-sponsored murals.
Posted inNational News
Alice Allison Dunnigan: The pioneering White House correspondent
Alice A. Dunnigan was the first African-American female correspondent at the White House and the first Black female member of the Senate and House of Representatives press galleries, and she was a trailblazer in journalism and civil rights.
Posted inNational News
Ida B. Wells-Barnett: The journalist whose legacy lives on
Ida B. Wells-Barnett was a pioneering journalist, educator and advocate who used her pen and voice to document and address the injustices faced by Black Americans, and her legacy is being revived this year with the release of a book and coin.
Posted inNational News
Sisters of the pen: A look at the women who broke barriers
Carole Simpson, Dorothy Pearl Butler Gilliam, Belva Davis, and Melba Tolliver are all trailblazers in the journalism industry, breaking barriers and making history as the first Black woman to hold a certain position or title.
Posted inLIFE & STYLE
The Jiles: What’s the secret to love longevity– even in the golden years?
Jodie and Sonny Jiles, a power couple in Black Houston, have been married for decades and have learned to balance love, commitment, resilience, and unity while prioritizing work, family, and faith, and they share their advice on how to keep Black love growing.
Posted inAFRO CHARITIES
Letters, love and legacy: The AFRO’s historic column comes to life again
Afro Charities hosted a mixer and networking session centered around their “Re-Reading the News” series, inspired by the AFRO Archives’ “Lonesome Hearts” column, where attendees exchanged letters and formed connections.
Posted inNational News
Black general fired for daring to fix military school’s racism
Maj. Gen. Cedric T. Wins, the superintendent of Virginia Military Institute, has been dismissed by the VMI board after four years of pushing for culture change and increasing state funding, despite his accomplishments.
Posted inCivil Rights
‘Bloody Sunday’ 60th anniversary marked in Selma with remembrances and concerns about the future
The 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday was marked in Selma, Alabama, with calls to recommit to the fight for equality and a reminder of the importance of federal agencies in making America a democracy for all.
Posted inHealth
One case of measles confirmed in Maryland resident with recent international travel
A positive case of measles has been reported in a Howard County resident who recently traveled internationally, prompting health officials to identify people who may have been exposed and to monitor themselves for symptoms for 21 days after the potential exposure.
Posted inDMV News
Earle-Sears has faced tough races before. Her campaign for Virginia governor is no different
Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears is running for governor in Virginia, despite her party’s takeover by President Trump and his “Make America Great Again” movement, and is facing competition from two other Republicans who are pledging to cut state government and support Trump.
Posted inHealth
Best ways to advocate for your heart health
Heart disease is a leading cause of death among Black Americans, but it can be prevented by taking charge of one’s health, interviewing doctors, building a support network, educating oneself, and knowing one’s numbers.