by African Elements News Writer | Jun 18, 2025 | Black History (Reconstruction to Present), Black New-US, Black Sociology and Politics, Current News Headlines
Juneteenth funding cuts from corporate and government DEI pullbacks threaten community celebrations, impacting events like Denver’s Juneteenth Music Festival and Nashville’s Music City Freedom Fest as sponsors withdraw support amid economic and political shifts.
by African Elements News Writer | Jun 9, 2025 | Black History (Reconstruction to Present), Black New-US, Current News Headlines
The LA National Guard deployment in response to ICE protests highlights historical tensions like the Kent State tragedy, raising concerns about federal law enforcement’s impact on marginalized communities.
by African Elements News Writer | Jun 3, 2025 | Black History (Reconstruction to Present), Black New-US, Current News Headlines
Tulsas reparations plan addresses 1921 Race Massacre legacy with a $100-105M trust for housing, scholarships, and economic justice.
by African Elements News Writer | Jun 2, 2025 | Black History (Reconstruction to Present), Black New-US, Current News Headlines
The return of 19 Black American skulls to New Orleans after 150 years highlights a healing journey confronting racial pseudoscience and historical injustice.
by African Elements News Writer | May 31, 2025 | Black History (Reconstruction to Present), Black History (Through Reconstruction), Black New-US, Black News-Africa and Diaspora, Current News Headlines
Exploring the spiritual power of Hoodoo and mojo bags in Black culture, their survival roots, and how Sinners sparks renewed interest in these traditions.
by African Elements News Writer | May 29, 2025 | Black History (Reconstruction to Present), Black History (Through Reconstruction), Black New-US, Current News Headlines
The Lanier Harvard Settlement resolves a 170-year battle over 1850 daguerreotypes of enslaved individuals used for pseudoscientific racism.