Black History Month 'double down'

February Is Black History Month! What Are the Black History Month Colors and What Do They Mean?
February is Black History Month and it pays tribute to the achievements of African Americans throughout U.S. history. It has been celebrated since 1976, but actually started back in 1926 with Negro History Week.
Black History Month starts Saturday. Here's the history behind the month-long celebration
Often called the "Father of Black History," Virginia native and scholar Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week in February of 1926.
Black History Month Starts Amid Trump DEI Crackdown. What Lawmakers Say
Democratic lawmakers marked the beginning of Black History Month this February 1st with tributes to Black American achievements, while some also criticized President Donald Trump's recent opposition to DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) initiatives. Newsweek reached out to the White House via email for comment on Saturday.
Black History Month begins today. Here's what to know about its origins and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history in itself.
Amid Trump’s Anti-Diversity Effort, Black History Month Takes On New Meaning
Feb. 1 marks the first day of Black History Month, and suddenly the study of the Black experience may feel like an act of defiance.
Black History Month: Importance of HBCUs
DELMARVA- Historically Black Colleges and Universities known as HBCUs emerged after the Civil War to provide Black Americans the most basic of human rights, access to a full education. For over 180 years,
Black History Month February 1
The Defense Intelligence Agency has ordered a pause of all activities and events related to Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month. Mayonnaise is a classic addition to tuna salad, but another creamy condiment can lend an additional kick to this classic dish. Here's why you should try it.
Maryland leaders publicly support Black History Month despite Trump’s DEI attacks
Maryland political leaders stepped up their support Saturday for Black History Month in the midst of an onslaught of attacks on diversity initiatives by President Donald Trump. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore,
People you should know for Black History Month 2025
February is Black History Month. Throughout this month we will showcase a prominent figure in Black History. Sam & Dave’s soulful sound earned them nicknames like “Sultans of Sweat” and “Double Dynamite”. The “Dynamic Duo” of Sam & Dave are considered one of the greatest live stage acts performing during the 1960s.
Celebrate Black History Month in Cincinnati at these local events
February is Black History Month, and there are various events taking place in Cincinnati to celebrate the occasion.
Black History Month 'double down' as Trump erases DEI
For me, this does not do anything except make me double down on my commitment to teach it to my children,” said entrepreneur and activist Sheletta Brundidge.
Black History Month 2025 celebrates role of Black labor in building nation
This year's Black History Month theme celebrates the role of Black labor in building the nation through industry or community ...
Disneyland kicks off Black History Month with gospel music and soul food
The Celebrate Soulfully event honoring Black culture will run throughout February at Disneyland, Downtown Disney and the ...
Black History Month: From humble roots to Ivy League, Ruth J. Simmons inspires generations
News is profiling Texans who are making an impact today and inspiring future generations. Nelson Mandela once said “education ...
Defense agency bans Black History Month and other ‘special observances'
The Pentagon’s intelligence arm has barred any celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women’s History Month and other such ...
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Battle Creek kicks off Black History Month with sing-along at KCC
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The Battle Creek community celebrated the start of Black History Month over the weekend through music ...
Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares ‘identity months dead’
The Trump White House has issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month around the same time the Defense ...
Citing Trump Executive Order, Army Corps Of Engineers Cancels Black History Month Events
According to Martha Jones, a professor of history and a presidential scholar at Johns Hopkins University, Black History Month ...