History has been made in Maryland as Governor Wes Moore has officially been sworn into office as the state’s first Black Governor. His the third elected Black Governor in United States history. RELATED: Democratic Candidate Wes Moore Makes History In Maryland After Being Elected As State’s First Black Governor Crowds of people made their way to […] The post Maryland’s Historic Inauguration Of Governor Wes Moore [PHOTOS+VIDEOS] appeared first on 92 Q.

Black History

Around 5% to 10% of Melanesian people have blonde hair. The post The History Of Black People With Blonde Hair appeared first on NewsOne.

“My language and tone were unacceptable as a father, coach and leader,” Reed said. “My passion for our culture, betterment and bringing our foundation up got the best of me and I fell victim while engaging with antagonists on social media as well.”

Good News

A historic Black church in Chicago has received preliminary landmark status. The post Historic Black Church In Chicago Receives Preliminary Landmark Status appeared first on NewsOne.

HBCU News

Legendary filmmaker and Morehouse alum Spike Lee has teamed up with the talent agency Gersh to launch a fellowship program for HBCU scholars. The post Legendary Filmmaker Spike Lee Teams Up With Gersh To Launch HBCU Fellowship Program appeared first on NewsOne.

Cleveland's Department of Public Safety is turning to HBCUs to fill positions in law enforcement to help police Black communities. Societal factors suggest this isn't an easy fix for police departments. The post Cleveland Is Recruiting HBCU Students To Be Cops To Police Black Communities appeared first on NewsOne.

Music

Ms. Cathy Hughes joins the Russ Parr Morning Show to explain the significance of the Happy Birthday song and why you should not forget the lyrics of the song.

The next time you hear Stevie Wonder’s amazing version of "Happy Birthday," remember everything Dr. King stood for. The post Stevie Wonder’s ‘Happy Birthday’ Was Written For A King appeared first on NewsOne.

One of the biggest HBCU celebrations of the year is poised to happen this summer, but with a cultural twist.  The post HBCU Community To Take Over Barbados This Summer At FABA Fest appeared first on NewsOne.

HBCU News

A Missouri-based HBCU has received a $2.9 million grant to bridge the digital divide. The post Lincoln University Of Missouri Receives $2.9M To Bridge Digital Divide appeared first on NewsOne.