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Catholic Africans think it would be a long shot, but some are cautiously optimistic that Pope Francis’ successor could be a Black cardinal from their continent.

A $26 million federal program to help residents of Lowndes County, Alabama, who have dealt with inadequate sewage systems for decades was stopped by an executive order.

Three former officers are charged with second-degree murder, aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, official misconduct and official oppression in Nichols' 2023 death.

The federal agency will look at whether a program aimed at boosting academic achievement among Black students violates federal law.

The 29-year-old spoke to Them, an LGBTQ magazine, about starting hormone therapy and finally embracing her femininity.

Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, fled a January 2023 traffic stop after he was yanked out of his car, pepper-sprayed and hit with a Taser.

Owners of historical objects loaned to the NMAAHC, which is part of the Smithsonian Institution, said their items are being removed from view.

The former “Empire” star made the confession during a nearly two-hour appearance on Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast.

A Haitian couple facing deportation find support from their Texas community as they fear returning to their war-torn home country.

The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion was credited with solving a growing mail crisis during its stint in England.

The museum tells the history of slavery and segregation, while also highlighting the determination and successes of Black America through history.