Black History Month 'double down'

What is Black History Month, and why is it important?
February is Black History Month, a time the country highlights and celebrates the accomplishments of Black Americans. And the fact that Black history is part of America's history is important for all Americans to know,
Is Black History Month history? Not yet, according to President Trump proclamation
President Donald Trump signed the Black History Month proclamation for February 2025, but not all government agencies will observe.
The Origins Of Black History Month: Celebrations Continue Today
Black History Month started as "Negro History Week" in February 1926 as a way to chronicle the accomplishments of African Americans in the aftermath of slavery.
Did Donald Trump cancel Black History Month?
Trump issued a proclamation naming February Black History Month on Saturday morning. “Today, I am very honored to recognize February 2025 as National Black History Month,” Trump wrote.
Black History Month Starts Amid Trump DEI Crackdown. What Lawmakers Say
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Five Sustainability Leaders You Should Know This Black History Month
Discover five influential Black leaders in sustainability, from clean energy innovators to champions of sustainable fashion.
Hegseth nixes 'identity month' celebrations at DOD on eve of Black History Month
The memo from new Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth comes amid President Trump's ongoing campaign against diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
Boston Public Library shares its top books for Black History Month 2025
The Boston Public Library's "Black Is..." annual booklist includes “The Message,” a nonfiction essay book and travelogue by activist-writer Ta-Nehisi Coates, memoirs by Whoopi Goldberg and RuPaul, and “Come and Get It,
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.
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,
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Pop-up exhibit at New York City's Museum of Broadway celebrates Black storytellers
In honor of Black History Month, a new pop-up exhibit is celebrating the Black storytellers of the past and present while ...
Here’s how Harvard women’s basketball continues to bring attention to Black History Month
Black History Game celebrates women who paved the way and continues shining a light for women who will follow.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cancels celebrations at DOD. What is Black History Month?
New defense secretary Pete Hegseth has canceled all cultural awareness months in the Department of Defense, including Black ...
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On This Day in Black History - Feb. 3
WISN 12 News is celebrating Black History, highlighting important facts and figures each day of Black History Month.
Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such ...
Bill filed to advance development of Black History museum in St. Augustine
The bill provides for the creation of a board of directors and directs the board to oversee the "commission, construction, ...
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Here are places to explore Black history across Northeast Florida
Jacksonville and its surrounding areas are deeply rooted in rich Black history, leaving a lasting impact on the world we know today.