Author: Yaw Agbey
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LaMonica McIver makes history as the first Black woman elected to represent New Jersey’s 10th Congressional District, winning a special election with 81% of the vote.
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Discover how Charles Cooper made history as the first Black player drafted by the Boston Celtics in 1950, breaking barriers and changing NBA forever.
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Monica Kaufman Pearson, the first Black woman news anchor at WSB-TV, receives the Gold Circle Award for her 50-year career in journalism.
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Beloit School Board considers honoring basketball legend Johnny Watts by naming the high school court after him, recognizing his achievements and impact on local sports history.
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Boston’s first Black and female mayor, Kim Janey, reflects on the city’s busing era and advocates for new approaches to school desegregation 50 years after its implementation.
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Precious Adams honors the late Michaela DePrince, a trailblazing Black ballerina who inspired dancers worldwide and changed the face of ballet.
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Quinton Middleton opens South Carolina’s first Black-owned custom knife shop in North Charleston, bringing 14 years of online success to a physical storefront at Navy Yard Charleston.
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Viv Anderson, England’s first black player, auctions his 1978 debut shirt and cap along with other career memorabilia, valued over £100,000, to support his family.
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Amy Sherald makes history as the first Black contemporary artist with a solo show at the National Portrait Gallery. Her “American Sublime” exhibition tours major U.S. museums.
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Discover how Paula Whittle, the first Black woman to found an international fashion week, overcame health challenges to lead ATLFW for 17 years, revolutionizing the fashion industry.
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