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Virginia Beach News November 18, 2024

Mississippi Senate Being Sued For Underpaying Black Attorney

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the Mississippi State Senate, accusing it of underpaying Black attorney Kristie Metcalfe. The lawsuit claims Metcalfe received half the salary of her white colleagues, violating the Civil Rights Act’s provisions against racial discrimination in the workplace.
#RacialDiscrimination #PayEquity #KristieMetcalfe #CivilRights #WorkplaceEquality #MississippiSenate #TitleVII
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Virginia Beach News October 12, 2024

Blyden Library Celebrates 103-Year Legacy & Famous Namesake

The Blyden Branch Library celebrates 103 years of serving Norfolk, honoring its rich history and the legacy of its namesake, Edward W. Blyden, a pioneer of Pan-Africanism. A special ceremony at the Historic Attucks Theater highlighted the library’s continued impact on the community.
#BlydenLibrary #NorfolkHistory #PanAfricanism #BlackHistory #PublicLibrary #CommunityLegacy #AttucksTheater
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Virginia Beach News October 3, 2024

NSU Hosts U.S. Senatorial Debate

Norfolk State University hosted a live, televised debate between incumbent U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine and Republican challenger Hung Cao on October 2. The candidates addressed key issues before a packed audience, moderated by WAVY-TV-10.
#VirginiaPolitics #NSU #TimKaine #HungCao #SenatorialDebate #VirginiaElections2024 #WAVYTV
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Virginia Beach News September 22, 2024

Black History Museum of Virginia Added To Nat’l Civil Rights Sites

Richmond’s Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia has been added to a prestigious national network of civil rights sites, highlighting its significant role in preserving and sharing the history of Black Americans.
#BlackHistoryMuseum #CivilRightsHistory #RichmondVA #CulturalHeritage #VirginiaHistory
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Virginia Beach News August 8, 2024

Hampton Roads Black Radio Announcers’ Historic Photo Exhibit Opens At Norfolk’s Slover Library

The Hampton Roads Black Radio Announcers’ historic photo exhibit opens at Norfolk’s Slover Library, celebrating the legacy and influence of Black radio in the region and beyond. The exhibit showcases over 100 photos of influential figures and runs until August 31, 2024.
#BlackRadio #HamptonRoads #BlackHistory #CulturalHeritage #NorfolkVA #CivilRights
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Virginia Beach News July 29, 2024

Former NSU Student Works as Producer on Sherri Show

Former Norfolk State University student Jawn Murray has risen to prominence as the executive producer of “Sherri,” the No. 2 ranked TV talk show. Murray’s journey from a mass communication major to a celebrated media professional highlights the dedication and hard work behind the scenes of his successful career.
#JawnMurray #SherriShow #NorfolkStateUniversity #TVTalkShow #EntertainmentIndustry #HBCU
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Virginia Beach News June 13, 2024

“Juneteenth: Resilience and Freedom” Event At Chrysler Museum of Art

The Virginia African-American Cultural Center, the New Journal and Guide, and the Chrysler Museum of Art hosted a vibrant Juneteenth celebration in Norfolk, featuring historical accounts, art, and performances under the theme “Juneteenth: Resilience and Freedom.”
#Juneteenth2024 #NorfolkEvents #BlackHistory #CulturalCelebration #ArtAndHistory #CommunityEvent
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Virginia Beach News June 3, 2024

Petition Calls For Justices Alitio & Thomas To Recuse

A petition urging Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas to recuse themselves from cases related to the January 6 Capitol attack has garnered 77,000 signatures, citing concerns over potential conflicts of interest.
#SupremeCourt #JusticeAlito #JusticeThomas #January6 #ConflictOfInterest #MoveOn #ElectionInterference #PublicTrust
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Virginia Beach News May 15, 2024

Longwood To Honor Prince Edward Civil Rights Heroes

Longwood University pays tribute to the unsung heroes of Prince Edward County’s civil rights struggle, recognizing their pivotal roles in shaping education justice during Commencement 2024.
#CivilRightsHeroes #LongwoodUniversity #Commencement2024 #EducationJustice
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