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This Day in History: James Richardson Exonerated After 21 Years in Prison in 1989
On April 25, 1989, James Richardson was exonerated after spending 21 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit—the poisoning deaths of his...
This Day in History: United Negro College Fund Incorporated
On April 25, 1944, one of the nation’s most vital philanthropic institutions, the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), was incorporated. Founded by Frederick D....
Student Loan Collections to Resume May 5, Ending COVID-Era Pause
According to the Associated Press, beginning May 5, the Education Department will resume collecting defaulted student loans through the Treasury Department’s offset program, which...
This Day in History: Bob Marley Unites Rivals at One Love Peace Concert in 1978
On April 22, 1978, the One Love Peace Concert was held at the National Stadium in Kingston, Jamaica. It brought together some of reggae’s...
This Day in History: Music Icon Prince Passes Away in 2016
On April 21, 2016, the world lost a musical genius—Prince. The iconic artist, known for his electrifying performances, genre-defying music, and flamboyant style, died...