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Uncovering the Roots: Black New Yorkers from enslavement to struggle for reparative justice
Africans — enslaved and free — helped shape New York City in the 18th century.
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Elijah Shabazz, 30 years of educating and enlightening the community
Since retiring from his job in 2023, Elijah Shabazz, 55, has dedicated his time fully…
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CM Ossé, Advocates push the state for eviction moratorium on deed theft cases
New York City is in the middle of a deed theft crisis, one that often…
Family of Haitian asylum seeker who died in ICE custody at notorious NJ facility demands answers
After being in ICE custody for just 24 hours at…
Black History Month Events to Attend in NYC Feb. 8-14
As the 100th anniversary of Black History Month continues, here…
Former Sierra Club Foundation director sues over internal racism that he says hinders its mission
It’s been a tumultuous period for the Sierra Club, among…
NYC protesters, politicians have had it with ICE after violence, deaths
New York’s opposition to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement…
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SPORTS
New York Liberty’s annual Season of Giving continues to grow
While it is centered around the holidays, the New York Liberty’s “Season of Giving,” didn’t conclude until the end of…
The cultural bonds of sports and music illuminated at the Super Bowl
Bigoted comments surrounding Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance revealed…
Nets rookie point guard Nolan Traoré takes over the team’s pilot seat
Nets rookie point guard Nolan Traoré plays the most difficult…
95-year-old columnist publishes magical story about Negro Leagues players
Jerry Izenberg has written his 16th book and second novel,…
The Knicks enter the All Star break one of the league’s best
When this current NBA season began, the New York Knicks…
Art & Entertainment
Oscar nominee Wunmi Mosaku on trust, risk, and working with Michael B. Jordan & Ryan Coogler in ‘Sinners’
Wunmi Mosaku spoke exclusively with the AmNews about working with fellow Academy Award nominee actor Michael B. Jordan.
Constance Hauman talks working with George Clinton, rebuilding United Sounds, and navigating genre barriers at Joe’s Pub
Constance Hauman showcased a successful merge of these seemingly conflicting…
Go With The Flo: Halle Berry is engaged!
Halle Berry confirmed that she is engaged to Grammy award-winning…
At Home in Harlem: Francis Redhead
Although of Grenadian heritage, Francis Redhead, who attended area public…
film/tv
Sizzle Reel: HBO Max’s “Heated Rivalry”
If you want to measure American cultural regression, take a…
‘Sinners’ rewrites Oscar history with 16 noms; Oscar race enters most unpredictable phase
“Sinners” rewrites Oscar history with 16 nominations, reshaping the 98th…
‘Sinners’ makes history, setting Oscars nomination record
Ryan Coogler’s blues-steeped vampire epic “Sinners” led all films with 16 nominations…
theater
Woodie King Jr: Black theater community shares remembrances and thoughts about a great man
On Thursday, Jan. 29, Woodie King Jr., film actor and…
On the clock with the 2026 Fire This Time Fest
In its 17th season, the Fire Next Time Festival begins…
‘Secrets’ is delightful evening of immersive theater
Combine cabaret singing, gossip, drama, and an immersive evening at…
music
New Edition, Boyz II Men, Toni Braxton bring valentine vibes to Prudential Center on February 13
On February 13, hitmakers New Edition will be joined by…
Rapper group Onyx to make hometown appearance at Littlefield Feb. 7
Hardcore rappers and New York City natives Onyx are slated…
Lenny White discusses ‘Bitches Brew’ legacy ahead of Miles Davis’ 100th birthday & Smoke Jazz Club appearance
Legendary drummer, composer, and New York City native Lenny White…
AmNews Food
Mouth-watering wings to help you serve the heat on Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday is coming up, these wings are the…
Talking SCHOP! BHM NYC Winter Restaurant Week 2026
The NYC Winter Restaurant Week website is set up for…
Talking SCHOP! A snowy NYC Winter Restaurant Week
The storm came one week into the NYC Winter Restaurant…
Black History
Sorority Spotlight on Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
In this edition of The Divine Nine News, we recognize…
Education
OP-ED: Why NYC Schools Chancellor Samuels could bring in a new educational era
The appointment of Kamar Samuels to lead New York City…
health
If You’re Pregnant and Uninsured, Medicaid Might Be Your Answer
A growing body of research shows that prenatal care can…
Religion
Salem United Methodist Church: then and now, an abiding presence of faith
Completed in 1887, Harlem’s Richardsonian Romanesque-style Salem United Methodist Church…
