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Gary L. Flowers, an African American history enthusiast, has devoted over 35 years to civil rights law and activism. He’s worked alongside notable African American trailblazers such as the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson and former Gov. L. Douglas Wilder and …

The Elegba Folklore Society will host its annual Capital City Kwanzaa Festival on Dec. 28, offering a daylong celebration of African American culture and heritage.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has again topped USA Today’s ranking of botanical garden holiday light displays, drawing national recognition for its elaborate nighttime spectacle.

Over the past 40 years, societal changes have brought greater acceptance and expanded legal protections for the LGBTQ+ community. Despite these advancements, members of the community continue to encounter significant challenges and discrimination.

Richmond’s annual Dominion Energy Christmas Parade returns Dec. 7, celebrating its 41st year with the theme “Christmas Wishes.”

Virginia Union University’s Gospel Choir performed with Grammy-winning artist Fantasia and hip-hop legend MC Lyte at the HBCU Honors, a celebration of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The performance, led by VUU Gospel Choir Director Joel T. Lester, and airing …

The Virginia Defenders for Freedom, Justice & Equality will host a public meeting on Saturday, Dec. 7, to examine issues at Red Onion State Prison, a supermax facility in Virginia. The event, titled “Crisis at Red Onion Supermax: How You …

A new holiday album from Shockee Records is hitting all the right notes – and helping local animals in the process.

Climate change poses a fundamental threat to human health, affecting the physical environment and threatening global economic stability, according to the World Health Organization. Laura Schewel is looking for ways to reduce carbon emissions, leading her to green transportation advocacy …

The 4th Annual Armstrong Walker Football Classic Legacy Project Weekend celebrates the historic rivalry between Armstrong and Maggie L. Walker high schools with events from Nov. 29 through 30. The weekend honors the football game that drew as many as …

Agecroft Hall and Gardens will host its annual Yuletides open house Sunday, Dec. 8, from noon to 5 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will feature historic re-enactors showcasing holiday traditions from 17th century England, 19th century London, and 20th century …

The Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University explored the intersection of Black identity and architectural design on Nov. 15 in a panel discussion about its "Dear Mazie" exhibition, honoring Amaza Lee Meredith, the first known Black woman architect …

Generational poverty can impact families and communities beyond the apparent financial struggle — there are psychological, educational, health and environmental effects. Black communities suffer from generational poverty at alarmingly high rates.

Kemba Smith Pradia’s journey from a college student to a symbol of clemency and justice reform began when she was just 19 at Hampton University.