Category: Featured
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Selikem Amoako Makes History as the Youngest Ever Ghana National Chess Champion at Just 14 Years Old
Selikem Amoako, at just 14 years old, becomes the youngest ever Ghana National Chess Champion, showcasing his extraordinary skill and setting a new standard for youth in the sport.
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Melissa DuBose makes history as Rhode Island’s first Black, LGBTQ+ US District Court judge, bringing her extensive experience and dedication to justice to the bench.
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Discover the legacy of Larzette Hale-Wilson, the first Black female CPA in Georgia and a pioneering educator who broke barriers in accounting and higher education.
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James G. Jackson, the first Black and longest-serving police chief of Columbus, has passed away at 91. His leadership left a lasting impact on the city and law enforcement.
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Across the Bridge documentary reveals the untold story of Eugene’s first Black community, showcasing their resilience, faith, and the legacy of those displaced by the Ferry Street Bridge.
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Dr. Harold Jordan, Vanderbilt’s first Black resident and Tennessee’s mental health commissioner, leaves legacy of breaking barriers and compassionate care.
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Richard Parsons, the first Black CEO of Time Warner, passed away at 76. His leadership and legacy shaped major companies, and his contributions to business and culture will be remembered.
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Discover the inspiring life and tragic loss of Detective Sgt. Monica Mosley, the first Black female sergeant in Cumberland County, who left an indelible mark on her community and law enforcement.
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A monument to honor 70 Black Union soldiers from Franklin County will be unveiled at the historic First Baptist Church in Rocky Mount, Virginia in late 2025.
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Byron Williams, with 25 years of Daytona Beach law enforcement experience, becomes Holly Hill’s first Black police chief, leading with transparency and dedication.
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