today in black history

September 03, 2009

Pioneering civil rights lawyer and Howard University law professor, Charles Hamilton Houston, was born in 1895 in Washington, D.C.



VIDEO: Earth Wind & Fire "Can't Let Go"

June 21, 2010 12:00 am



In celebration of Black Music Month, we are presenting recording artists committed to positive music. Today we feature Earth, Wind & Fire. Watch Video


VIDEO - The Special AKA "Free Nelson Mandela"

June 19, 2010 12:00 am



In honor of Black Music Month, we are presenting videos from Black artists who recorded music with a message. Watch Video


VIDEO - Lamont Dozier "Fish Ain't Bitin'"

June 19, 2010 12:00 am



In honor of Black Music Month, we are presenting videos from Black artists who recorded music with a message. Watch Video


VIDEO - Staples Singers "When Will We Be Paid"

June 15, 2010 12:00 am



In honor of Black Music Month, we are presenting videos from Black artists who recorded music with a message. Watch Video


VIDEO: Curtis Mayfield "People Get Ready"

June 09, 2010 12:00 am



In honor of Black Music Month, we are presenting videos from Black artists who recorded music with a message. Watch Video


See Carl Run

November 12, 2008 4:56 am



A 1975 documentary on New Jersey political strategist Carl Sharif. Watch Video


How Long? Not Long

October 30, 2008 10:53 am



A look back at the 1965 Selma-Montgomery march. Watch Video