Author: Yaw Agbey
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The inspiring journey of Essynce Moore, the first Black teen author to pen a 3-book series, “The Middle School Chronicles,” now mandatory reading in school districts nationwide.
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The remarkable journey of Vanessa Williams, who made history as the first Black Miss America in 1983. From breaking the beauty pageant color barrier to facing discrimination and a nude photo scandal, Williams overcame adversity with resilience.
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The groundbreaking love story of Shirley Robinson and Ernest Brown Jr., the first Black couple to wed on television in 1953. Breaking barriers on the popular “Bride and Groom” show, their interracial marriage showcased optimism and change during…
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The journey of Carl Roaches Jr. and Miguel Rodriguez as they establish Houston’s first Black-owned brewery, For The Culture Brewing. From a homebrewing hobby to overcoming obstacles in securing a physical brewery space, the founders share their story.
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The historic moment as acclaimed author Roxane Gay becomes the first Black woman to lead a Marvel comic series. Co-writing ‘World of Wakanda,’ a Black Panther spinoff with Yona Harvey, Gay brings her literary prowess to explore the…
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Late Grammy Winner, Celia Cruz, the “Queen of Salsa,” makes history as the first Afro Latina featured on a U.S. quarter. Explore her seven-decade musical legacy, breaking barriers in salsa, and posthumous recognition as a trailblazing American woman.
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The historic achievement of Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, who has made NFL history with an unparalleled streak of 17 consecutive non-losing seasons since 2007. In this article, witness how Tomlin’s coaching prowess and leadership have propelled…
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The remarkable story of Ambassador Abba Ahmed Zoru, the first Black African to broadcast on BBC London. From his early education in Maiduguri to pioneering roles in Nigerian broadcasting, Zoru’s career was marked by groundbreaking achievements. Serving as…
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Learn about Dr. Brian Williams, a trauma surgeon and veteran running for Congress in Texas’s 32nd district in 2024. If elected, he would make history as the first Black medical doctor with full voting power on Capitol Hill.
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The historic day in 1892 when Biddle College (now Johnson C. Smith University) and Livingstone College played the first Black college intercollegiate football game. Battling wintry conditions and funding challenges, these pioneering teams engaged in a hard-fought contest…
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