Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Pat Daniel retires after 41 years with Houston city government, leaving a historic legacy as the first Black city secretary while providing steady leadership through multiple administrations.
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Tybee Island’s historic Brown House, the first Black-owned home on Main Street built during Jim Crow, faces demolition as preservationists fight to save this civil rights landmark amid complex legal battles.
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The first official Black Mirror comic book launches with a free San Junipero adaptation on Free Comic Book Day 2025. 70,000 copies will be available.
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Jackie Ormes was the first Black woman cartoonist whose nationally published work inspired and empowered through characters like Torchy Brown and Patty-Jo.
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Dr Mahlogonolo Thobane leads Crimsa as the first Black woman president, focusing on African-centered criminology and inclusive research.
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Chuck Cooper was the first Black player drafted into the NBA in 1950 by the Boston Celtics, paving the way for generations of athletes.
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Kendrick Lamar breaks Eminem’s 2019 record by grossing over $9 million at a single show during his Grand National Tour. Learn about his milestone and chart-topping success with SZA.
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Jehosie Heard made history as the Baltimore Orioles’ first Black player in 1954, overcoming barriers from the Negro leagues to reach the majors during baseball’s slow journey toward integration.
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In 1967, Sammy Davis Jr. became the first Black man on the cover of GQ, redefined style and cool, and made an unforgettable impact on fashion and culture. Learn about his groundbreaking legacy.
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Atlanta honors its first Black mayor by transforming Maynard Jackson Jr.’s historic childhood home into affordable housing for Spelman College staff, addressing rising rents while preserving civil rights legacy.
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