June 2019
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What else but music can as easily shake awake a party as it can those butterflies that fluttered for your first love? Then there are those songs that transcend the individual experience to reverberate within the whole of black culture.
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The chief federal judge discusses racial biases within the criminal justice system, earning her respect as a black woman and the future of Roe v. Wade.
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Celebrating BLAC’s 20th anniversary and remembering what we and the culture were up to in 2003, plus at look back at our interview with the Kilpatrick family.
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The writer, photographer and world wanderer is on track to make history, and documenting each step of the journey.
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When the white, middle-class idea of women's rights just ain't seasoned enough.
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African-Americans have the highest overall death rate from heart disease of any ethnic group in America.
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An early interest in politics inspired this forward-thinker to use data and technology to advocate for progressive policy changes in Michigan.
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No need to fear these tech toys; they’re approachable and sure to make life a little easier.
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Created by Rise Up North, the educational tool uses materials from Wayne State University’s Reuther Library and other sources to make sure we remember our history.
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The new Facebook Messenger program blends education and technology and allows users to access post-secondary information in an instant.
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The black-centric lifestyle brand sets up for a temporary showcase.
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The Redford kids’ salon has everything a little diva needs to get glam, from chocolate facials to glitter tattoos.
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Millennial mom Darian Cook focuses on pure ingredients and building self-esteem.
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The collective includes musicians, photographers, filmmakers, producers and the like.
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Detroit artists and art collectors meet at Noni’s Sherwood Grille to grub and share pieces.
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The space created by DesignLuxe owner Sheree Jackson also doubles as a co-working space for fellow event planners.