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Judge John A. Murphy, Michigan’s longest-serving African American judge,...
Michigan Third Circuit Court Judge John A. Murphy has announced his retirement after 44 years on the bench. He reflects on his years as a judge and the state of Black representation in the judicial...
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Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History discusses Kwanzaa...
The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History talks about its annual Kwanzaa celebration, Kwanzaa at The Wright, and the thought-provoking exhibits coming to the museum in 2023. Read Now at...
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Charles H. Wright Museum kicks off President’s Lecture Series during MLK Day...
The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History shares its museum’s plans for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2023, including a prayer breakfast, workshops, the launch of a Presidential Lecture...
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The 60th anniversary of Detroit’s 1963 Walk to Freedom coming in summer 2023
American Black Journal reflects on the 60th anniversary of the 1963 Walk to Freedom in Detroit, which attracted more than 125,000 marchers down Woodward Avenue and featured an early version of Dr....
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Dr. Hasan Jeffries discusses hip hop’s history of politics and speaking out
Dr. Hasan Jeffries discusses his participation in the PBS “Fight the Power: How Hip Hop Changed the World” documentary, executive produced by Chuck D of Public Enemy, and the history of political...
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The history of HOT 107.5 WGPR, Michigan’s first Black-owned FM radio station
In celebration of hip hop’s 50th birthday, HOT 107.5 WGPR FM radio shares its history as Michigan's first Black-owned radio station and Detroit's only all-hip hop radio format. Read Now at One Detroit.
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The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers celebrates Black History Month at...
The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers celebrates Black History Month in Southfield with featured speakers Rev. Horace Sheffield III and Yusef Shakur on the theme "CRT: Betrayal and Trust." Read...
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Charles H. Wright Museum celebrates ‘Black Resistance’ for Black History...
American Black Journal" shares the events being held at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History for Black History Month 2023, including two major jazz-themed exhibits and other...
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A shift in representation: Detroit’s Black political past and present with...
Detroit political consultant Adolph Mongo talks about the city’s Black political representation over the years, how it has changed and why. Read Now at One Detroit.
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For first time in nearly 70 years, Detroit lacks Black representation in...
American Black Journal and BridgeDetroit examine the changes in Detroit's political power in Congress, and what impact the loss of African American representation may have on the city’s nearly 80%...
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Rev. Horace Sheffield III discusses his dad’s legacy, Black leadership for...
For Black History Month, Rev. Horace Sheffield III reflects on his father’s legacy, what it was like growing up with a front-row seat to the civil rights movement, and the influence early civil rights...
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African American genealogy the fulcrum of local ‘Finding Your Roots’ event...
Join Detroit Public TV, American Black Journal and PBS Books on Wednesday, March 22, at 8 p.m. ET, for a fascinating look at new techniques for unraveling the mysteries of African American genealogy....
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‘Is That Black Enough For You?!?’ documentary chronicles Black cinema...
Acclaimed filmmaker, film critic and historian Elvis Mitchell joins host Stephen Henderson to discuss his Netflix documentary “Is That Black Enough For You?!?” and the way it changed representation in...
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Detroit filmmaker premieres ‘Detroit We Dey’ short highlighting the city’s...
A captivating new short film, “Detroit We Dey,” directed by Detroit filmmaker Ozi Uduma, looks at the history and future of the Old Bende Association founded by a community of Igbo-Nigerians who...
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Detroit Branch NAACP commemorates 1963 Walk to Freedom with June Jubilee events
BridgeDetroit reporter Micah Walker gets details on the Detroit Branch NAACP’s June Jubilee weekend of events in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the 1963 Detroit Walk to Freedom, which...
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6/06/23: American Black Journal – The historical impact of Detroit’s Black...
From serving as stations on the Underground Railroad to establishing schools and hospitals and hosting civil rights leaders, the Black Church in Detroit is an important part of Black liberation and...
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Singing, dancing, storytelling — It’s all happening at The Wright Museum’s...
The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History shares details about its 2023 Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration and how the museum will commemorate the day that marked the end of slavery. Read...
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From attendee to activist: Rev. Dr. JoAnn Watson’s life changed after the...
Rev. Dr. JoAnn Watson reflects on attending the 1963 Detroit Walk to Freedom as a child ahead of the Detroit NAACP’s June Jubilee events, which includes the 60th anniversary commemoration of the march....
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Walking down memory lane: Two Detroit women reflect on attending the 1963...
Two Detroit women, Dorothy Aldridge and Edith Lee-Payne, reflect on attending the Detroit Walk to Freedom 60 years ago, as well as the walk’s impact on their lives and its place in history. Read Now at...
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Detroit NAACP President Rev. Wendell Anthony previews June Jubilee: A...
Detroit NAACP President Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony previews the NAACP’s “June Jubilee: A Celebration of Freedom” events in commemoration of the Detroit Walk to Freedom’s 60th anniversary. Plus, he...
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Detroit NAACP unveils life-size bronze statue of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr....
The Detroit Branch NAACP plans to unveil a bronze statue of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In Hart Plaza during its June Jubilee events. We talked with the artist behind the sculpture about his piece and...
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Detroit’s Northwestern High School hosts its inaugural Juneteenth parade
As federal Juneteenth celebrations become more common across the nation, One Detroit visited the Detroit Northwestern High School’s inaugural Juneteenth parade to see how they're celebrating the...
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Detroit Walk to Freedom: 60 Years Later | American Black Journal & Bridge...
American Black Journal teams up with BridgeDetroit for a virtual town hall commemorating the 60th anniversary of two historic events in the Civil Rights Movement: the 1963 Detroit Walk to Freedom and...
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African World Festival returns for 40th annual celebration in Hart Plaza
Summer is here, and Detroit’s highly anticipated African World Festival is near. The annual festival celebrates 40 years in the city this year from July 14-16 at Hart Plaza. Festival Director Njia Kai...
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Detroit NAACP commemorates 60 years of fighting for civil rights with June...
Bringing together community and civil rights leaders, politicians, activists and residents from across Southeast Michigan, the Detroit Branch NAACP hosted a vibrant and momentous June Jubilee honoring...
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Will Detroit’s I-375 Reconnecting Communities Project restore a once thriving...
Detroit’s I-375 is the shortest highway in the country. When it was constructed, it led to the destruction of two thriving Black communities. One Detroit and BridgeDetroit team up to break down the...
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Rhythms of change: Motown Museum reflects on recording civil rights history...
As the nation reflects on the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom and the Detroit Walk to Freedom, an intriguing connection exists between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s...
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From Detroit’s Walk to Freedom to the March on Washington: 60 years of civil...
As the nation commemorates the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, attention turns to the significant role that the Detroit Walk to Freedom played in shaping that civil...
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Paving the way for today: How the Black Church supported the Civil Rights...
The “Black Church in Detroit” series delves into the contemporary significance of civil rights and the state of civil rights today. Historic King Solomon Missionary Baptist Church’s Senior Pastor, Rev....
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New Black-owned grocery store aims to tackle the food desert on Detroit’s...
In a promising development for Detroit's Jefferson-Chalmers neighborhood on the city's Eastside, African American entrepreneur Raphael Wright is set to open the doors of Neighborhood Grocery. The...
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Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter exhibits ‘Black Panther,’...
Two-time Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter discusses her exhibit “Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design” at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History through March...
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African American tenor, trailblazer George Shirley reflects on his storied...
As one of the first African American operatic performers, renowned tenor and trailblazer George Shirley’s contributions to the world of opera and music education have left an indelible mark on the...
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Detroit Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity marks 100 years of service with...
The Nu Omega Detroit Chapter of Omega Psi Phi is commemorating its centennial as a cornerstone of service and leadership in Detroit. Dr. Michael Carrauthers, the chair of the anniversary committee,...
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Detroit Deltas celebrate 30 years of philanthropy at upcoming gala
The Detroit Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority celebrates the 30-year anniversary of its Minerva Education and Development Foundation with an Oct. 29 gala raising money for scholarships and...
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Rob Edwards’ forthcoming graphic novel details a little-known story in...
Detroit-born screenwriter Rob Edwards has a new graphic novel coming out in February 2024 detailing a little-known figure of America’s Black history: Robert Smalls. Edwards joined One Detroit's Chris...
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Tracing your family roots: The unique challenges faced by African Americans
Internationally known genealogist Tony Burroughs, who has consulted with celebrities such as Smokey Robinson and Oprah Winfrey about their family history, outlines the steps to take when researching...
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Rose Morton unravels her family’s history of slavery in her book ‘Our...
For many African Americans, tracing their family’s past can come with challenges. Contributor Daijah Moss talks with author Rose Morton, a local woman who set out to learn about her enslaved ancestors...
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In The Tradition jazz ensemble brings teachings of Kwanzaa to audiences...
Two upcoming musical performances will share the seven principles of Kwanzaa with audiences through song. In The Tradition's annual Kwanzaa performances are a way to make the teaching of the holiday...
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Two-day tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. shared the arts’ impact on...
Wayne State University’s annual tribute to the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. returns this year with a two-day event showcasing the impact of Detroit’s arts, culture and music on...
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Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Symposium | Keynote Memorial Lecture...
The University of Michigan hosts its 2024 symposium honoring civil rights leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The annual symposium’s theme calls on the community to grapple with the nature of...
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Henry Louis Gates, Jr. examines gospel music’s rich history in new PBS...
A new PBS docuseries, “GOSPEL,” from Henry Louis Gates, Jr. delves into the origins and influence of gospel music on Black spirituality. Host Stephen Henderson talks with Stacey L. Holman, the director...
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Eight-year-old Detroiter Rosie White goes viral for impersonations of Black...
Robyn McKee, or Rosie White as she’s known online, has gained national attention online for her video impressions of Black icons, capturing the attention of celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Whoopi...
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Detroit Institute of Arts ‘Regeneration’ exhibit spotlights trailblazing...
The Detroit Institute of Arts’ “Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898-1971" exhibit highlights the trailblazing African American filmmakers and actors from the early days of cinema through the Civil Rights...
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New documentary at 2024 Freep Film Festival reexamines civil unrest in...
Several films are making their Michigan debut at the Freep Film Festival, including one about Detroit and its history of racial tensions and unrest. “The Riot Report” takes a look at the work of the...
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The Charles H. Wright Museum continues to enhance exhibits with technology,...
The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History has been educating Detroiters and visitors on African American history since 1966. The museum continues to expand, introducing new exhibits,...
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President Joe Biden to deliver keynote at Detroit NAACP’s Fight for Freedom...
The Detroit Branch NAACP’s 69th annual Fight for Freedom Fund Dinner features President Joe Biden as the keynote speaker, marking only the second time a sitting U.S. President has given the keynote....
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Michigan Roundtable for Diversity & Inclusion names new co-executive...
The Michigan Roundtable for Diversity & Inclusion has announced longtime community organizer and author Yusef Bunchy Shakur as the nonprofit’s new co-executive director. The nonprofit also plans to...
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Making Amends: The Quest for Reparations | American Black Journal &...
"American Black Journal" and BridgeDetroit co-host a virtual town hall on reparations. "American Black Journal" host Stephen Henderson moderates a thought-provoking conversation with local experts on...
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African World Festival returns to Detroit’s Hart Plaza for 41st annual...
The 41st annual African World Festival returns to Detroit’s Hart Plaza July 12-14 to celebrate and showcase the culture, arts, and community spirit of the African diaspora. Host Stephen Henderson talks...
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September is Black Reading Month encourages people to turn off the TV and...
The annual September is Black Reading Month returns for its 45th year. The month-long observance encourages readers to explore literary works by Black authors. Host Stephen Henderson talks with...
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