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After three autopsies and an accidental death ruling, Kendrick Johnson’s case will finally be reopened - Face2Face Africa

Eight years after the body of Kendrick Johnson was found in a rolled-up gym mat at a high school in Georgia, the Lowndes County Sheriff's Office has announced it is reopening the case after authorities initially ruled the 17-year-old’s cause of death as accidental. Johnson’s parents have always

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Howell, Abner Leonard (1877-1966)

Abner Leonard Howell was a star athlete in Utah whose accomplishments went largely ignored during the peak of his football career because of his

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Aug

9

1877

Taylor, John Baxter, Jr. (1882-1908)

The first African American to win an Olympic Gold Medal, John Baxter Taylor was born November 3, 1882, in Washington, D.C. He attended Central High School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he ran track and was the only African American on the team. After graduating from high school in

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Dec

2

1908

Bert Williams--a Leading Comedian

At the turn of the century Bert Williams was one of Americas top comedians. Comedian Eddie Cantor called him a comic genius, W.C. Fields, a comic genius himself, once described Williams as the funniest man I ever

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Mar

4

1922

Charles Eric Lincoln: Educator, Sociologist & Author

Charles Eric Lincoln was an educator, sociologist, and author. Lincoln's first book, The Black Muslims in America was released in 1961. Lincoln was born June 23, 1924 in Athens, Alabama. Abandoned by his parents, Lincoln was raised by his maternal grandparents. He attended the Trinity School in

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Debbie Allen

Deborrah Kaye Allen, better known as Debbie Allen, is an American choreographer and dancer from Houston, Texas. She was born on January 16, 1950 to Arthur Allen and Vivian Ayers. Her mother was a strong role model in her life, who took care of Debbie and her siblings when her parents got

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Jan

16

1950

Sarah Vaughan

Sarah Vaughan was a popular twentieth century African-American Jazz singer. She was recognized for her beautiful voice and often nicknamed ‘Sassy’, ‘Sailor’ and ‘The Divine One’ for her salty speech. Moreover, she won a Grammy Award and was awarded the “highest honor in jazz” by The

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Mar

27

1924

I’m With the Teachers: We’re Not Yet Ready for In-Person School

Every parent — and teacher — I know is talking about schools and education during Covid-19. The pandemic has opened many folks’ eyes to issues of basic education, school infrastructure, equity, and…

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Owens, Jesse

Owens, Jesse, 1913–80, U.S. track star, b. Alabama. He was also called John Cleveland Owens, although his original name was said to be simply J. C. Owens. After his family moved to Cleveland he excelled at track and field events in high school. He won the broad-jump titles at the outdoor

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France fights hold of Islamist radicals with dragnets, laws - Black News Channel

By ELAINE GANLEY Associated Press PARIS (AP) — More than three dozen French police officers descended on a small private school in Paris, blocked the 92 students inside their classrooms, took photos everywhere even inside the refrigerator, and grilled the school director. 'It was like they were

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Harold Pope Jr., New Mexico's First African American State Senator - African American News Today - EIN Presswire

… Mexico has not had an African American State Senator. In 2021, that … see much as far as African American males. I didn't … Jr., who is the first African American State Senator in New Mexico …

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MIDDLETON STUDENT IS POETRY JAM CHAMPION | Florida Sentinel Bulletin

MIDDLETON STUDENT IS POETRY JAM CHAMPION On January 20, 2021, the 16th Annual Hillsborough County Public School Poetry Jam was held. This year’s event was virtual with the student or team from each high school representing their school. The High School Poetry Jam Champion is Middleton High

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Dr. Dre

Dr. Dre is an American rap singer and producer who is sometimes referred to as the most influential rap producer of all time. Dre was born Andre Romelle Young on February 18, 1965 in Compton, California to Theodore and Verna Young, who were both singers. His parents separated when Dre was 3 years

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Feb

18

1965

Brown, Jill E. (1950- )

Jill Elaine Brown became the first African American woman to serve as a pilot for a major U.S airline when she was hired by Texas international Airlines at the age of 28. Her passion for flying began as a teenager, leading her into the U.S. Navy flight training program where she became its first

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She's just 19 and has already received seven scholarships

MOST students who are lucky or good enough to receive scholarships tend to go through school on one endowment. Nineteen-year-old Crystina Perkins is an exception.

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A Reminder That Your Tween Really Needs Extra Help Right Now

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, parents, educators and mental health experts have paid a lot of attention to taking care of their really young kids, simply because babies, toddlers and…

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Nelly

Nelly is an American rap musician and entrepreneur from Missouri who is known for chart topping singles such as Dilemma, Country Grammar and Hot In Here and for founding his own clothing line, non-profit charities and appearances in film and television roles. He was born as Cornell Haynes Jr. on

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Nov

2

1974

“He Said I Should Have Met With You So I Can Kill You.” Black Trans Women Talk Lack Of Safety On Peace of Mind with Taraji

During the season finale of "Peace of Mind with Taraji," three Black Trans women speak about their lack of safety in this world and the mental health challenges that can come along with living in your truth.

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Cedrick ‘Swab’ Cotton Of Of R&B Group Ideal Stabbed To Death In SW Houston

Cotton, along with his brother Maverick, cousin Wayne Perry and childhood friend J-Danté Green formed Ideal in high school, later going platinum with their debut album.

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Donald, Arnold (1954- )

Arnold Donald is an American businessman and CEO of Carnival Corporation headquartered in Miami, Florida. He has held the position since 2013. Prior to this position, he was a senior executive at Monsanto in

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FAMU Head Football Coach Willie Simmons Announces Decision to Stay | The Florida Star | The Georgia Star

Florida A&M VP/Director of Athletics Kortne Gosha announced on Monday Coach Willie Simmons will stay as head football coach of the Rattlers as they prepare for their inaugural season in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC). Simmons, who played quarterback for the Quincy(Fla.) Shanks high

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City of Panama City recognizes Black History Month with banners lining road - African American News Today - EIN Presswire

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB)–We continue to recognize Black History Month and the City of Panama City is honoring both national and local African Americans who have contributed to the community. If you drive down Harrison Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, you will see banners lining the

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Patrick Ewing

Patrick Ewing is a retired professional NBA basketball player. He was born on August 5, 1962 to Carl and Dorothy Ewing in Kingston, Jamaica and moved to the U.S. when he was 12 years old. During his childhood he preferred to play cricket and soccer, but learned to play basketball at high school. He

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Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Kate Hudson is an American singer and actress. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on September 12, 1981 to Darnell Donnerson and Samuel Simpson. She started singing in her church choir as a child and also performed in community theatre. She graduated from high school in 1999 and enrolled at

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Sep

12

1981

Jones, David “Deacon” (1938-2013)

National Football League star David “Deacon” Jones was a dominant player in the League. During Jones’ years on the football field he singlehandedly revolutionized the defensive end position. Throughout his fourteen-year stint in the NFL Jones managed to play in 190 games, missing only

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Jun

3

2013

NASA names 27 asteroids after African American, Hispanic and Native American astronauts - African American News Today - EIN Presswire

… explorers.The new names honor African American, Hispanic and Native American astronauts … explorers. The new names honor African American, Hispanic and Native American astronauts …

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Nine Black students started Little Rock high school, 1957

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Sep

24

1957

Texas Leaders Unveil Mural Honoring George Floyd In Front Of Jack Yates High, His Alma Mater - African American News Today - EIN Presswire

A two-block long mural dedicated to George Floyd was unveiled over the weekend. The dedication is along a street that passes in front of Floyd's alma mater, Jack Yates High School, in Houston.

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Robinson, Jack (Jackie) Roosevelt (1919–1972)

When Jackie Robinson took the field on April 15, 1947 wearing a Brooklyn Dodgers uniform, he became the first African American in over fifty years to play on a major league baseball team. In the process, he broke through baseball’s color line that had relegated African American players to the

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Dinkins, David N. (1927- )

In 1989, David N. Dinkins defeated his challenger, former federal prosecutor Rudolph (Rudy) Giuliani, to become the first African American mayor of New York

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