February is more than just Black History Month — it is a time to reflect on powerful events that have shaped not only African ...

There’s a little more than a week left in Black History Month 2025. Where did the time go? It doesn’t help that the U.S. observation is in a month with only 28 days. Why is Black History ...

Black History Month was recognized nationally in 1976 ... The month has since inspired other groups and an appreciation of multicultural backgrounds. “When the Civil Rights Movement sort ...

At the Pentagon, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has banned the use of resources to mark months celebrating people of various ethnic backgrounds, including Black History Month. Trump said in a ...

With Black History Month, we celebrate the remarkable achievements of individuals who are shaping history today. One such ...

Nearly 50 years ago, former President Gerald Ford issued the first proclamation recognizing Black History Month. As America prepared to celebrate its 200th anniversary in 1976, Ford called on all ...

or background, have made to our great country,” Leavitt stated. This response left many wondering whether the administration would recognize Black History Month specifically or treat it more ...

CBS Chicago highlights stories that celebrate the theme for Black History Month 2025: African Americans and labor.

who come from different backgrounds." In 1990, the National Council of Teachers of English started the National African American Read-In, with the goal of making literacy a significant part of Black ...