Black History Month 'double down'

Black History Month starts this weekend; here's what you need to know
Black History Month starts this weekend, but its origins are more than 100 years old. Here's why it's always celebrated in February.
Six events to celebrate Black History Month in Tampa Bay
Black History Month began Saturday, and there are tons of ways to celebrate in Tampa Bay. 💥 Black History Trivia Night: Play as an individual or with a team at this free event testing your Black history knowledge.
Black History Month starts Saturday. Here's the history behind the month-long celebration
Often called the "Father of Black History," Virginia native and scholar Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week in February of 1926.
Where to celebrate Black History Month in Miami
Whether you're looking to see art, enjoy food or attend a festival, there are plenty of events happening this month to celebrate Black History Month. Miami Dade College has a calendar of events ranging from workshops to performances to presentations throughout the month.
Amid Trump’s Anti-Diversity Effort, Black History Month Takes On New Meaning
Feb. 1 marks the first day of Black History Month, and suddenly the study of the Black experience may feel like an act of defiance.
Black History Month Starts Amid Trump DEI Crackdown. What Lawmakers Say
Democratic lawmakers marked the beginning of Black History Month this February 1st with tributes to Black American achievements, while some also criticized President Donald Trump's recent opposition to DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) initiatives. Newsweek reached out to the White House via email for comment on Saturday.
Black History Month begins today. Here's what to know about its origins and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history in itself.
Did Donald Trump cancel Black History Month?
Trump issued a proclamation naming February Black History Month on Saturday morning. “Today, I am very honored to recognize February 2025 as National Black History Month,” Trump wrote.
LI Black History Month events: Feb. 1-Feb. 9
A showcase of teens’ talent and creativity includes flower silhouettes, neon acrylic artwork inspired by the artist Derrick Adams and watercolor artwork inspired by artist Lorna Simpson, on display during library hours through Feb. 28, Brentwood Public Library, 34 Second Ave., free, brentwoodnylibrary.org, 631-273-7883.
Black History Month 'double down' as Trump erases DEI
For me, this does not do anything except make me double down on my commitment to teach it to my children,” said entrepreneur and activist Sheletta Brundidge.
Maryland leaders publicly support Black History Month despite Trump’s DEI attacks
Maryland political leaders stepped up their support Saturday for Black History Month in the midst of an onslaught of attacks on diversity initiatives by President Donald Trump. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore,
On This Day in Black History: Feb 2
Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, known for the heroic landing of US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River, weighed in on the ...
57 Black-owned restaurants, food businesses, more in Greater Cleveland
From casual dining to upscale cuisine, here are 57 Black-owned food businesses to support in Northeast Ohio in honor of Black ...
Disneyland kicks off Black History Month with gospel music and soul food
The Celebrate Soulfully event honoring Black culture will run throughout February at Disneyland, Downtown Disney and the ...