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Power, Pride, and Planting: The Hidden Gem of Harlem at Diversity Edible Farm Garden

There’s a place right in the heart of our community that’s been growing power, pride, and purpose—and you’ve probably never even noticed it. It’s...

Famed Civil Rights Attorney Michael Sussman Runs for Orange County Executive

Famed Civil Rights Attorney Michael Sussman is running for Orange County Executive. In a statement on Saturday, April 19, 2025, Mr. Sussman shared; "I am...

Mortgage Fraud Allegations Rock New York AG Letitia James

New York Attorney General Letitia James is under federal scrutiny following a formal criminal referral issued by the U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA),...

NYCD-16/15 General Meeting Brings Together Community on Holiday Weekend

On Sunday, April 13, 2025, 85 community members gathered at Yonkers Public Library for the NYCD-16/15 General Meeting — a notable turnout, especially on...

New Rochelle Assistant Principal Is April Big Deal This National Volunteer Month

Port Chester’s Gregory Middleton Recognized this Volunteer Month by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Westchester & Putnam -New Rochelle Assistant Principal reinforces motto “It Takes...

Sister to Sister International (STSI) Nominates Dr. Marcia V. Keizs for her Philanthropic Efforts

Congratulations to the Association of Development Officers on the success of their Annual  Philanthropy Breakfast held at Tappan Hill Mansion on Wednesday, March 12th, 2025....

Jubilee Celebration Season with Rev. Dr. Richardson and Rev. Sharpton

Mount Vernon, NY — Civil rights icons Rev. Al Sharpton and Rev. Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson allowed me to speak with them Sunday, April 13th,...

Council of Presidents of the Nat’l Pan Hellenic Council’s Statement In Support of Smithsonian Museum

President Trump has ordered a highly controversial reshaping of the US Smithsonian Institution, claiming he will eliminate what his administration regards as “improper, divisive, or...

Mary J. Blige’s ‘My Life’ Inducted In National Recording Registry’s 2025 Class

Albums from Miles Davis, Mary J. Blige, Elton John, and Minecraft enter the National Recording Registry Mary J. Blige‘s 1994 album, My Life, is one of...

100 Black Men Expand Their Deep Roots On Long Island

100 Black Men of Eastern New York Inc.’s Deep Roots On Long Island Building As It Expands Its Service Territory To Eastern NY The first...

Byron Donalds Challenges Rep. Jasmine Crockett to a Public Debate Over Policy and Personal Attacks

In a bold and unapologetic response to recent attacks, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has not only challenged Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) to a public...

TRUMP’S TARIFFS EXPLAINED: Impact on Your Wallet, Opportunities, Recession Warning & Market Crash [Earn Your Leisure]

Thursday night on a special episode of Earn Your Leisure, Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings were joined by CNBC’s Frank Holland and Investopedia’s Editor-in-Chief...

Case Closed: Mayor Adams Vindicated and Taking Aim at the Deep State

https://youtu.be/se5ObBExBgc In a resolute and heartfelt address, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the dismissal of the legal case against him, emphasizing that justice...

Saying Farewell To A Westchester Arts Icon – Paul Kwame Johnson

On February 15th, friends and family gathered at Sarah Lawrence College to celebrate Black History Month and pay tribute to actor, director, and Westchester...

Unsung Heroes – Kim Knotts

From time to time, Black Westchester celebrates unsung heroes in the community. An "unsung hero" is someone who performs heroic acts or makes significant contributions,...

AJ Rok of JVC Force talks LI & 914 Hip Hop on Tha’ T-Money Podcast Joint Episode #58

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by my brother T-Money and his lovely co-host Staxx Cordero on the latest episode of Tha' T-Money...

Mt. Vernon’s Bates Hudson Named March Big Deal recipient by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Westchester & Putnam

 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Westchester & Putnam  (BBBSWP) has named Mount Vernon’s Ebonette Bates Hudson the March Big Deal honoree.  The Big Deal...

Black New Jersey High School Senior Achieves Perfect SAT Score

Sahli Negassi, a 17-year-old African American student from West Orange, New Jersey, earned a perfect 1600 on the SAT, achieved a perfect 1600 on...

Mia Love, First Black Republican Woman in Congress, Dies at 49

After a three-year struggle with brain cancer, Mia Love, the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, passed away on March 23 at the...

Rev. Al, Al B. Sure!, Freeway Lead Panel on Health Equity at NAN Convention – Al B. Sure!’s Story

Amid Growing Threats to Healthcare Access, HEiTC Leadership to Host Powerful Discussion on the Pathway to Lifting More Barriers at National Action Network Annual...

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