The fight to recognize the Black residents of Gwynn’s Island, Virginia, who disappeared a century ago revealed wounds in a ...

BUCKINGHAM COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — February is Black History Month — but where did the concept come from? The answer is right here in Central Virginia. Carter G. Woodson, who Encylopedia Virginia ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Nonprofit organization Here2Hear’s Black History Month program took place at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture in Richmond on Saturday, offering an educational exhibit ...

RICHMOND, Va. -- While Richmond's Black History Museum and Culture Center of Virginia celebrates Black history year-round, the museum has prepared special exhibits for Black History Month. "We are ...

WASHINGTON — Black History Month in the DMV is more than just a celebration — it’s a powerful journey through the stories, struggles, and triumphs that have shaped our communities. From soul-stirring ...

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A new state marker will honor the first Black man elected to public office in Princess Anne County, which is now modern-day Virginia Beach. Willis Augustus Hodges was an ...

RICHMOND, Va. — In honor of Black History Month, the Richmond Public Library is spotlighting the achievements of Black professionals in the medical field. An event Sunday focused on the experiences ...

A Northern Virginia faith leader and parent said she will continue asking state lawmakers to make two African-American history courses count towards the state’s graduation requirements for history, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Saturday marks the start of Black History Month, a time to honor Black people and the Black experience. And while Black History ...

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Throughout Black History Month, 10 On Your Side is celebrating landmarks that have surpassed the test of time. This week, we’re highlighting Seatack, a resilient and ...

Each year, millions across the nation celebrate Black History Month in February. From libraries and cultural centers to art galleries, the many events held this month in Maryland, Virginia and D.C.

A descendant of slaves, Jones is set to become the first Black attorney general in the former capital of the Confederacy. Democrat Jay Jones was elected Tuesday as Virginia attorney general, riding a ...