Learning Black history will soon become mandatory for Ontario students in grades 7, 8 and 9, something educators say is a good first step in improving awareness about the contributions of Black Canadians.

Black history will soon play a larger role in Ontario's curriculum for students in grades 7, 8 and 10. It's part of the province's plan to educate students about Black contributions, beyond Black History Month in February.

As part of Black History Month, News 12's photojournalist Karina Sorto-Kai shines a spotlight on Ramona Saunders, who was part of history at a 1973 Paris fashion show.

The event was hosted by Startup Westport and the Westport 10.

Organizers of the event encouraged people who came out to vote and be heard.

Jennifer Jones, of Newark, was selected in 1987 at 20 years old and had her first debut as a Rockette at the 1988 Super Bowl Halftime Show.

Each February, the halls of Riverdale Avenue Community School turn into a live museum. Children from kindergarten to fifth grade embody some of their idols.

Dr. Sonja Stribling discusses her new book, how she built her career as a nine-figure entrepreneur, and why mentorship is crucial.

Wall Street is synonymous with the New York Stock Exchange, but its roots delve deeper into a history intertwined with slavery. Dating back to 1711, the site was once home to the city's first official slave market, shaping the economic...

The exhibition includes pictures, artifacts and interactive displays that highlight the history of whaling and the contributions of Black whalers and their families.

DJ Malik Shaheed, a youth advocate with the Youth Star Foundation, has been touring Montreal-area schools to talk to kids about pre-colonial history, the N-word and the importance of the Little Burgundy neighbourhood. Shaheed says people...

The White House recently held a reception for the descendants of civil rights leaders and those who have impacted our country and the world.

Peekskill is honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to the Black community in fields such as education, business, social work and emergency services.

Co-founder Jay Norris says his goal is for entrepreneurs from all backgrounds to have a future of opportunities with the help of leaders and mentors.

They say the goal is to help raise awareness and promote the kind of actions needed to make New Jersey’s communities and people stronger and healthier.

Lynette Carr Hicks has been the director of Uniondale High School’s “Rhytm of the Knight” show choir.

As Black History Month draws to a close, the Hudson Valley is gearing up for some exciting events to commemorate this important occasion.

The Ketcham Inn is a historic home located in Center Moriches that dates to the 1800s when it was built by an African American family.

News 12's Nadia Galindo steps into St. Paul Community Baptist Church to learn about Pastor David Brawley's mission to build his community in East New York.

What started out as a group of friends riding together has become a mission to preserve the history of Black cowboys, which also includes teaching the origins of the word cowboy.

Living a healthy lifestyle can help prevent heart disease, cancer, and stroke. Here are some tips to help you get a healthy start this month.

As the month comes to a close, Ivy Reeves, a community advocate who lives in Yonkers, opened up about her experiences growing up in the South during the height of the Civil Rights Movement.

The museum will have presentations and screenings of a movie based on Tuskegee Airmen.

Yvette Cole participated in a book reading at the Harry Bennet Branch of Ferguson Library in Stamford Saturday.