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On this day in 1968, Smith and Carlos marked protest with iconic Black Power salute during Olympic Games
On October 16, 1968, Tommie Smith and John Carlos lifted their fists to give the Black Power salute during the national anthem at the...
On this day in 1938, Shirely Caesar was born
Shirley Caesar, an internationally acclaimed gospel singer with a career that has spanned more than six decades, was born on this day in Durham,...
Morgan State University Plans 8,000-foot Security Wall After Campus Shooting; Boosts Other Safety Measures
After the Oct. 3 campus shooting that injured five people, Morgan State University announced a plan to extend campus barriers with a new security wall. The Baltimore,...
The legendary MC Lyte was born on this day in 1970
Born Lana Michele Moorer, MC Lyte’s impact on hip-hop and culture is immeasurable. As one of the pioneering female MCs, she shattered gender stereotypes...
On this day in 1917 pianist and composer Thelonious Monk was born
Born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Thelonious Monk would go on to become a pivotal figure in the world of jazz, known for his...