black history

The Shocking Murder Of James Byrd Jr., The Black Man Who Was Dragged Behind A Truck By White Supremacists

The 1998 murder of James Byrd Jr. in Jasper, Texas, spurred federal hate crime legislation, even as some people insisted that it was simply a drug deal gone wrong.

By Rivy Lyon • Jun 28, 2026

The Shocking Murder Of James Byrd Jr., The Black Man Who Was Dragged Behind A Truck By White Supremacists

The 1998 murder of James Byrd Jr. in Jasper, Texas, spurred federal hate crime legislation, even as some people insisted that it was simply a drug deal gone wrong.

By Rivy Lyon • June 28, 2026

Sally Hemings, The Enslaved Woman Who Had A 38-Year Relationship With Thomas Jefferson

Rumors of Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson's relationship spread even while they were alive — and DNA testing in 1998 suggested that Jefferson was indeed the father of Hemings' four children who survived into adulthood.

By Gina Dimuro • Jun 24, 2026

Sally Hemings, The Enslaved Woman Who Had A 38-Year Relationship With Thomas Jefferson

Rumors of Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson's relationship spread even while they were alive — and DNA testing in 1998 suggested that Jefferson was indeed the father of Hemings' four children who survived into adulthood.

By Gina Dimuro • June 24, 2026

Inside The Turbulent Life And Death Of Malcolm Shabazz, The Troubled Grandson Of Malcolm X

Malcolm Shabazz spent much of his youth in and out of prison, and just as he was beginning a career of activism like his grandfather, he was murdered in Mexico City at age 28.

By Marco Margaritoff • Jun 9, 2026

Inside The Turbulent Life And Death Of Malcolm Shabazz, The Troubled Grandson Of Malcolm X

Malcolm Shabazz spent much of his youth in and out of prison, and just as he was beginning a career of activism like his grandfather, he was murdered in Mexico City at age 28.

By Marco Margaritoff • June 9, 2026

Anthony Crawford, The Wealthy Black Businessman Who Was Brutally Lynched In 1916

A successful landowner in Abbeville, South Carolina, Anthony Crawford was murdered by a lynch mob on October 21, 1916, after arguing with a white store owner over the price of cottonseed.

By Genevieve Carlton • Jun 4, 2026

Anthony Crawford, The Wealthy Black Businessman Who Was Brutally Lynched In 1916

A successful landowner in Abbeville, South Carolina, Anthony Crawford was murdered by a lynch mob on October 21, 1916, after arguing with a white store owner over the price of cottonseed.

By Genevieve Carlton • June 4, 2026

The Crimes Of Matias Reyes, The Career Criminal Whose Confession Exonerated The Central Park Five

In Central Park on April 19, 1989, Matias Reyes beat and raped a jogger named Trisha Meili. A year later, five innocent teenagers would be found guilty of his crimes.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 27, 2026

The Crimes Of Matias Reyes, The Career Criminal Whose Confession Exonerated The Central Park Five

In Central Park on April 19, 1989, Matias Reyes beat and raped a jogger named Trisha Meili. A year later, five innocent teenagers would be found guilty of his crimes.

By Marco Margaritoff • May 27, 2026

Inside The Tragic Murder Of Ennis Cosby, Bill Cosby’s Son Who Was Killed In Cold Blood

On January 16, 1997, Ennis Cosby pulled his car over to the side of a Los Angeles interstate to change a tire and was brutally gunned down by Mikhail Markhasev during a failed robbery.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 26, 2026

Inside The Tragic Murder Of Ennis Cosby, Bill Cosby’s Son Who Was Killed In Cold Blood

On January 16, 1997, Ennis Cosby pulled his car over to the side of a Los Angeles interstate to change a tire and was brutally gunned down by Mikhail Markhasev during a failed robbery.

By Kaleena Fraga • May 26, 2026

The Death Of Sam Cooke And The Conflict Details Of His Final Hours

On December 11, 1964, R&B legend Sam Cooke was shot to death by a hotel manager named Bertha Franklin. It was ruled self-defense, but was that really the case?

By Genevieve Carlton • May 24, 2026

The Death Of Sam Cooke And The Conflict Details Of His Final Hours

On December 11, 1964, R&B legend Sam Cooke was shot to death by a hotel manager named Bertha Franklin. It was ruled self-defense, but was that really the case?

By Genevieve Carlton • May 24, 2026

The Inspiring Stories Of 9 Black Heroes Who Risked It All To Fight For America

From the Civil War to World War II, these remarkable Black heroes from American history fought for their country — even when they didn't have equal rights at home.

By Natasha Ishak • May 17, 2026

The Inspiring Stories Of 9 Black Heroes Who Risked It All To Fight For America

From the Civil War to World War II, these remarkable Black heroes from American history fought for their country — even when they didn't have equal rights at home.

By Natasha Ishak • May 17, 2026

33 Powerful Photos Of The March On Washington That Changed Civil Rights In America

On August 28, 1963, some 250,000 civil rights activists gathered in Washington, D.C. to demand racial equality during the March on Washington. Here are some of the most memorable photos from that day.

By Jaclyn Anglis • May 9, 2026

33 Powerful Photos Of The March On Washington That Changed Civil Rights In America

On August 28, 1963, some 250,000 civil rights activists gathered in Washington, D.C. to demand racial equality during the March on Washington. Here are some of the most memorable photos from that day.

By Jaclyn Anglis • May 9, 2026

The Twisted History Of Lake Lanier, The Haunted Georgia Reservoir With A Racist Past

Constructed right atop the historically Black town of Oscarville, Georgia in 1956, Lake Lanier has become one of the most dangerous bodies of water in America — with the remains of buildings just below the surface ensnaring hundreds of boats and swimmers.

By Austin Harvey • May 2, 2026

The Twisted History Of Lake Lanier, The Haunted Georgia Reservoir With A Racist Past

Constructed right atop the historically Black town of Oscarville, Georgia in 1956, Lake Lanier has become one of the most dangerous bodies of water in America — with the remains of buildings just below the surface ensnaring hundreds of boats and swimmers.

By Austin Harvey • May 2, 2026

J. Marion Sims, The Pioneering Doctor Who Exploited Human Subjects

Known as the "father of modern gynecology," J. Marion Sims pioneered multiple techniques and instruments — but his exploitation of enslaved women as test subjects in 1840s Alabama remains controversial to this day.

By Genevieve Carlton • Apr 27, 2026

J. Marion Sims, The Pioneering Doctor Who Exploited Human Subjects

Known as the "father of modern gynecology," J. Marion Sims pioneered multiple techniques and instruments — but his exploitation of enslaved women as test subjects in 1840s Alabama remains controversial to this day.

By Genevieve Carlton • April 27, 2026

The Harrowing Story Of Qubilah Shabazz, The Second Daughter Of Malcolm X

Qubilah Shabazz was convinced that Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan was responsible for the 1965 assassination of her father, Malcolm X — and in 1995, she was arrested for conspiring to have Farrakhan killed.

By Austin Harvey • Apr 18, 2026

The Harrowing Story Of Qubilah Shabazz, The Second Daughter Of Malcolm X

Qubilah Shabazz was convinced that Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan was responsible for the 1965 assassination of her father, Malcolm X — and in 1995, she was arrested for conspiring to have Farrakhan killed.

By Austin Harvey • April 18, 2026