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The True Story Of Lewis Latimer, The Inventor Who Made Electric Lights Possible

He played a pivotal role in the invention of the modern lightbulb and telephone, and he was the only Black member of Thomas Edison's elite research team. But who was Lewis Latimer?

By Genevieve Carlton Nov 6, 2023

The True Story Of Lewis Latimer, The Inventor Who Made Electric Lights Possible

He played a pivotal role in the invention of the modern lightbulb and telephone, and he was the only Black member of Thomas Edison's elite research team. But who was Lewis Latimer?

By Genevieve Carlton November 6, 2023

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

Inside 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 Aug 27, 2023

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

Inside 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 August 27, 2023

The Life And Death Of David Barksdale, The Founder Of Chicago’s Black Disciples

Once a feared gang leader, “King David” Barksdale eventually pivoted to anti-violence activism and became an influential force in the American civil rights movement.

By Amber Morgan Aug 22, 2023

The Life And Death Of David Barksdale, The Founder Of Chicago’s Black Disciples

Once a feared gang leader, “King David” Barksdale eventually pivoted to anti-violence activism and became an influential force in the American civil rights movement.

By Amber Morgan August 22, 2023

The Horrific Murder Of Mary Turner, The Black Woman Who Was Lynched When She Was Eight Months Pregnant

On May 19, 1918, a white mob killed Mary Turner and her unborn baby in Brooks County, Georgia because she'd threatened to take legal action after the lynching of her husband.

By Kaleena Fraga Aug 2, 2023

The Horrific Murder Of Mary Turner, The Black Woman Who Was Lynched When She Was Eight Months Pregnant

On May 19, 1918, a white mob killed Mary Turner and her unborn baby in Brooks County, Georgia because she'd threatened to take legal action after the lynching of her husband.

By Kaleena Fraga August 2, 2023

The Inspirational Story Of Bessie Blount Griffin, The Trailblazing Wartime Physical Therapist And Forensic Scientist

A pioneer in both physical therapy and forensics, Bessie Blount Griffin was best known for creating devices to help veteran amputees during World War II and teaching them to write with their teeth and feet.

By Erin Kelly Jul 7, 2023

The Inspirational Story Of Bessie Blount Griffin, The Trailblazing Wartime Physical Therapist And Forensic Scientist

By Erin Kelly July 7, 2023

Inside The Life Of John Tubman, Harriet Tubman’s Husband Who Didn’t Follow Her North

Harriet Tubman had been married to John Tubman for five years when she escaped slavery in 1849. She came back for him — but he'd already found another partner.

By Natasha Ishak Jul 1, 2023

Inside The Life Of John Tubman, Harriet Tubman’s Husband Who Didn’t Follow Her North

Harriet Tubman had been married to John Tubman for five years when she escaped slavery in 1849. She came back for him — but he'd already found another partner.

By Natasha Ishak July 1, 2023

They Relegated Doris Miller To The Kitchen — Then He Became A Hero At Pearl Harbor

Because he was black, Navy sailor Doris Miller was relegated to shining officers' shoes, making beds, and serving meals in the kitchen. Then his heroics at Pearl Harbor earned him the Navy Cross.

By William DeLong May 28, 2023

They Relegated Doris Miller To The Kitchen — Then He Became A Hero At Pearl Harbor

Because he was black, Navy sailor Doris Miller was relegated to shining officers' shoes, making beds, and serving meals in the kitchen. Then his heroics at Pearl Harbor earned him the Navy Cross.

By William DeLong May 28, 2023

The Complex History Of When Slavery Actually Ended In America

From the Emancipation Proclamation to the end of the Civil War to the 13th Amendment, go inside the real story of how slavery was abolished in the United States.

By Kaleena Fraga May 5, 2023

The Complex History Of When Slavery Actually Ended In America

From the Emancipation Proclamation to the end of the Civil War to the 13th Amendment, go inside the real story of how slavery was abolished in the United States.

By Kaleena Fraga May 5, 2023

The Forgotten Story Of Frank Wills, The Security Guard Who Foiled The Watergate Break-In

On June 17, 1972, Frank Wills discovered burglars in the offices of the Democratic National Committee at the Watergate hotel, setting off a sequence of events that led to President Nixon's resignation.

By Kaleena Fraga Apr 15, 2023