A Taste of Women’s History Month Felt Like Being Let In on Something Sacred
You ever walk into a space and immediately know, this wasn’t thrown together… this was held?
That’s what it felt like stepping into Yonkers Arts...
Was Nick Cannon Wrong About the Democratic Party and the KKK?
When Nick Cannon said the Democratic Party founded the Ku Klux Klan, the reaction was predictable. Outrage. Fact-checks. Dismissal. But the real issue isn’t emotion—it’s accuracy.
So let’s...
The Honorable NYS Senator Andrea Stewart Cousins the First Female Legislative Conference Leader in NY State History
With nearly 30 years of working in government behind her, New York State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins continues to be a force for change, as...
New York Is Pricing Out the Black Middle Class — And Black Leadership Won’t Say It
New York is pricing out the Black middle class — and Black leadership won’t say it, despite the clear impact on social justice and economic equity.
Intentions...
Big Tech on Trial: What the Meta and Google Lawsuits Reveal — And Why Black America Should Pay Attention
There is a growing belief that the lawsuits against Big Tech represent accountability. That, finally, companies like Meta Platforms and Google are being forced to answer for the...
Is Black America Ready for the AI Economy?
The question being asked across boardrooms, classrooms, and political circles is whether we are ready for the AI economy.
That question assumes preparation is a...
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Tami Wilson – Feeding Westchester’s First Ever COO
On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Tami Wilson, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Feeding Westchester, the primary hunger-relief organization in Westchester County, was the Women's History Month...
When Mommy Loses Her Job—Who Feeds the Kids? By Dr. Charise Breeden-Balaam, LSW
The U.S. economy may appear steady on the surface, but Black women are being pushed out of the workforce at alarming rates, and our...
Women’s Month Spotlight: Maureen Walker – First African-American Elected Mount Vernon City Comptroller
Guyanese-born Maureen Walker made history in November 1993 when she became the first woman, the first African-American, and the first person of Caribbean descent...
Westchester Youth Take Civic Action in Albany, Advocate for Change on Illegal Smoke Shops
Albany, NY — February 14, 2026 — A group of young leaders from Westchester County is proving that civic engagement has no age limit.
Youth...
Breaking Barriers in Rye: Marion Anderson Makes History as First Black Councilmember
In a historic moment for the City of Rye, Marion Anderson became the first Black councilmember elected to serve on the Rye City Council,...
Tiesha Heath Make History First Female Officer In Elmsford Police Department
The Village of Elmsford made history on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, by hiring not only their first Black female but their first female Police...
Women’s History Month Spotlight – Joyce Sharrock Cole Makes History As First African-American Ossining Village Historian
Joyce Sharrock Cole was appointed to the position of Ossining Village Historian, the afternoon of Tuesday, July 21, 2020, in a small event at...
Standing on Her Shoulders – The Enduring Legacy of Dr. Hazel Dukes
Honoring The Late Dr. Hazel Dukes: A Lifetime Fighting for Justice, A Legacy That Lives On
Today, for Women's History Month, we celebrate Dr. Hazel...
MaryAnn Carr – the first African American Town Supervisor in Westchester County
In a brief masked and socially distant ceremony, with immediate family only, MaryAnn Carr was sworn in as Town of Bedford Supervisor on Wednesday, January 6,...
Women’s Month Spotlight: Celebrating Cynthia Hood – 1st African American Female Detective In White Plains PD
On this day in Black History, on March 14, 2005, Detective Cynthia J Hood was promoted to the Rank of Sergeant, making her the...
Money vs. Power: The Lesson Media Companies Should Learn From The Breakfast Club’s Netflix Deal
A line from the political drama House of Cards captures a truth that applies far beyond politics. The character Frank Underwood once said:
“Money is the McMansion in Sarasota that starts falling apart after 10 years. Power is the old stone building that has stood for centuries.”
That quote perfectly explains the debate surrounding the recent distribution changes involving The Breakfast Club, including its move into a deal with Netflix through its parent distribution network.
At first glance, deals like this appear attractive. Large platforms offer guaranteed revenue, global distribution, and the prestige of being connected to one of the world's largest streaming services. For any show, especially one that has been on the air for years, securing a large contract can look like the logical next step.
But media history shows that the biggest check is not always the best long-term strategy.
The real issue is not just money but the lasting power of...
The Death of Black Owned Media: The Last Piece of Black Ownership at BET Is Gone
The recent buyout of Tyler Perry's ownership stake in BET+ by Paramount Skydance (formerly Paramount Global) is more than a routine corporate move—it's the end of the last direct...
Badge & Barrier Breakers: The Black Women Who Paved the Way in Westchester Law Enforcement.
Black women have played a vital role in shaping law enforcement across Westchester County, often breaking barriers in institutions that historically excluded both women...
Women’s Month Spotlight: Shawyn Patterson-Howard – First Woman Elected Mayor In City Of Mount Vernon
Democratic nominee Shawyn Patterson-Howard (SPH) made history Tuesday, November 5, 2019, when she narrowly won the general election, becoming the First Female Mayor elected...
