African Americans’ First Memorial Day In Charleston, South Carolina, 1865
The first widely publicized observance of a Memorial Day-type observance after the Civil War was in Charleston, South Carolina, on May 1, 1865.
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Civil Rights Groups Challenge South Carolina’s New Redistricting Map
Civil rights groups have filed a legal challenge over South Carolina’s new racially gerrymandered state House district map.
African Americans’ First Memorial Day In Charleston, South Carolina, 1865
The first widely publicized observance of a Memorial Day-type observance after the Civil War was in Charleston, South Carolina, on May 1, 1865.
Joseph Alston, Governor Of South Carolina And Claremont Inn Owner Harlem 1779−1816
Joseph Alston, November 10, 1779−September 10, 1816, was the 44th Governor of South Carolina from 1812 to 1814, and owner of the Claremont Inn in Harlem, NY.
Southampton African American Museum Opens Up Its Doors After Years Of Planning
The new Southampton African American Museum (SAAM) held a VIP reception and ribbon cutting to celebrate their historic opening.
Eat Your Vegetables Day With Southern Style Vegetarian Gumbo Recipe
Eat Your Vegetables Day is June 17 and McCall Farms is celebrating by sharing their Southern Style Vegetarian Gumbo delicious farm fresh recipe. This recipe is simple, satisfying and nutritious.
Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II And N. Carolina NAACP President Leads “Moral Monday”
The Riverside Church announced today that Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, president of the North Carolina NAACP and the catalyzing force behind the “Moral Monday” civil disobedience protests responding to Republican voter suppression efforts in North Carolina.
Walter’s World: I’m Travelin Light- On My Way to South Kakalaki
By Walter Rutledge Make no mistake I am a true New Yorker! For me the sun rises over the East River and set across the Hudson.
AG James Sues Telecommunications Company Over Illegal Robocalls
New York Attorney General Letitia James today sued Avid Telecom (Avid), its owner Michael Lansky, and its vice president Stacey S. Reeves.
NY Senators And Micheal J. Fox Foundation Call For Parkinson’s Disease Registry
Today, State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Assembly Member Amy Paulin and representatives from the Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) for Parkinson’s Research called for the passage of legislation to establish a state Parkinson’s Disease Registry (S4674/A5803).
AG James Co-Leads Bipartisan Coalition Of AGs To Protect Communities From Xylazine
NY Attorney General Letitia James today co-led a bipartisan coalition of 39 attorneys general in urging Congressional leadership to pass the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act (H.R.1839/S.993).
Life Is A Beach! North Myrtle Beach Brims With On The Water Adventures
Half-day travel from Harlem, with a pristine stretch of oceanfront, marshes and the Intracoastal Waterway, North Myrtle Beach offers endless opportunities to relax or play on the water.
Elysian Brings Inaugural Catwalk FurBaby Fashion Show To NY Fashion Week ’23
Elysian, an international luxury lifestyle brand created to inspire and reflect the interests of women.
Trailblazing Alice Childress, Harlem Novelist, And Playwright 1916 – 1994
Alice Childress, October 12, 1916 – August 14, 1994, was a Harlem novelist, playwright, and actress.
Eslanda “Essie” Cardozo Goode Robeson, The Great Woman, Behind A Great Man
Eslanda “Essie” Cardozo Goode Robeson, December 15, 1895 – December 13, 1965, was a Harlem anthropologist, author, actress, and civil rights activist.