Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
The Defense Intelligence Agency has ordered a pause of all activities and events related to Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month.
Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Black History Month wasn’t always a monthlong celebration. In February 1926, historian and author Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week. It was a weeklong celebration in an effort to teach people about African-American history and the contributions of Black people.
Black History Month: When it started, why it's so significant in the US
Black History Month was officially recognized almost 50 years ago. Here's what to know about the month-long celebration of Black culture.
10 events in Southern California celebrating Black History Month
Southern California is home to a wide variety of events that celebrate this important month, from creative workshops and live performances to exhibitions and community gatherings.
What to know about Black History Month
Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture and education, kicks off on Feb. 1. Founded nearly a century ago, without any proclamation from the government, celebrations won't be affected by the Trump administration's efforts to curb DEI initiatives.
Where to celebrate Black History Month around Seattle in 2025
To celebrate Black History Month in Seattle, a variety of local cultural, community and arts organizations are putting on events in the area that offer everything from film screenings to talks and music.
More than a dozen ways to celebrate Black History Month
From historical plays to intimate concerts to films and children’s activities, here are 13 ways to take part in Black History Month in and around Boston this year.
Defense agency pauses Black History Month and other special observances
A retired chief warrant officer in the military is upset about the Pentagon’s intelligence arm’s decision to no longer celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Women’s History Month, and Pride Month.
Pentagon agency bans observances for Black History Month and other 'special observances'
The Defense Intelligence Agency has paused activities and events related to Black History Month, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth and other "special observances" to comply with executive orders from President Trump.
Pentagon Agency Pauses Holocaust Remembrance Days and Black History Month
The Defense Intelligence Agency notified its employees that the Pentagon agency will not be observing a slew of holidays and heritage months in order to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive orders,
Alleged Defense Agency Memo Pauses Observance of Black History Month, Pride, Others
The memo was allegedly written to bring the Defense Intelligence Agency in line with President Donald Trump's anti-DEI executive orders.
Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares ‘identity months dead’
The Trump White House has issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month around the same time the Defense ...
White House Press Secretary's Puzzling Remark About Black History Month Spurs Questions
Experts weigh in on Karoline Leavitt's response to a question about the Trump administration's plans for Black History Month ...
Disneyland kicks off Black History Month with gospel music and soul food
The Celebrate Soulfully event honoring Black culture will run throughout February at Disneyland, Downtown Disney and the ...
Kansas City Wornall House Museum researchers learn more about previous enslaved people on site
"By finding these names, we are releasing them to give back these enslaved people some of their dignity," said Sarah Bader-King, executive director of the John Wornall House Museum.
Vision Forward gears up for Black History Month parade; seeks 1,000 participants
Vision Forward's Black History Month Parade is set to roll through the streets of New Bern in two weeks, and organizers are ...