Leah Chase, 96, the nation’s preeminent Creole chef, who fed such prominent historical figures such as former President Barack Obama and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.,...
White House Correspondent April Ryan paid tribute to the power of African American women during a Women’s History Month program at the University of Arkansas at...
There is a new wave of African American leadership in red state Arkansas, and it extends to the state’s capital city, Little Rock. Earlier this week...
The political might of Black women is being heralded around the nation. In Alabama, Black women are running for office in historic numbers. Georgia may become...
For African American women compelled to speak their peace during movements like Black Lives Matter, #MeToo, and #TimesUp, Essence Magazine is taking note of those who...
Mayor James Mayo is still standing strong and resilient in the midst of challenges, including the thunderstorms and floods that held Monroe hostage for several days...
Mayor Ras Baraka became the 40th Mayor of the City of Newark in July of 2014. From the launch of a social impact venture fund to...
By Renarda A. Williams Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton claimed the spotlight on the final day of the 2016 Convention in Philadelphia. And rightfully so, it happened...
Overcoming life’s obstacles is not an easy task especially for those who grow up in urban areas that are impoverished and crime-infested. I know from personal experience, growing up in...