Talented artists behind the P.A.I.N.T.S. Institute talk celebrating Black History Month
If you were traveling in many parts of the District last year you may have seen any one of the 93 murals the P.A.I.N.T.S Institute and their artists created.
Maryland’s first ‘Civil Rights Heroes Day’ to be recognized on February 20
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan issued a proclamation Friday that recognizes February 20, which is the anniversary of Frederick Douglass’ death, as "Civil Rights Heroes Day."
Civil rights to the White House: Black leaders who blazed trails in US politics and changed American history
From the Montgomery Bus Boycott to the 2020 election of Vice President Kamala Harris, here are some of the pioneers who blazed trails in civil rights and American politics.
Artist uses talents to portray young Black men in more positive light
Daniel Katz-Hernandez is a deaf artist from Gaithersburg who is painting mural with the goal in mind of portraying young Black men in a more positive light.
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Daniel Katz-Hernandez is a deaf artist from Gaithersburg who is painting mural with the goal in mind of portraying young Black men in a more positive light.
Maryland artist uses talents to portray young Black men in more positive light
Daniel Katz-Hernandez is a deaf artist from Gaithersburg who is painting mural with the goal in mind of portraying young Black men in a more positive light.
Black History Month spotlight on Viola Davis
FOX Soul celebrates Black History Month by highlighting the Viola Davis.
Black History Month spotlight on Maya Angelou
FOX Soul celebrates Black History Month by highlighting the life and legacy of Maya Angelou.
Rosa Parks, Amanda Gorman: Parents dress daughters up as trailblazing women for Black History Month
Jalen and Keyonna Seawright dressed up their two daughters to model Black female leaders for Black History Month.
Utah school reverses course after 'reluctantly' letting parents opt-out of Black History Month curriculum
The charter school in Utah sent home an opt-out form after school officials said they received requests from parents that kids not participate in Black History Month curriculum and activities.
Meet the artist behind one of D.C.'s most iconic murals
The art displayed on Ben's Chili Bowl wall has captivated D.C. for years and this Black History Month, we're introducing you to the man behind it.
Outdoor Black History Month Exhibit 'Men Of Change: Taking It To The Streets'
The Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum has an exhibit featuring the contributions of African American men on the 6th Street Campus of Ron Brown High School and the Deanwood Community Center until May 31.
Taking a look at the role murals play in telling of African American history this Black History Month
FOX 5 is proud to celebrate black history and culture by taking a look at the role murals , and the artists who create them , play in telling the story of African American history. Our first story introduces the roots of this artistic tradition and some of the artists you will meet in the series.
Celebrating Black History Month: How to cook like Lena Richard
FOX 5 begins its celebration of Black History Month this February with a tribute to one chef who broke barriers by sharing her recipes, Lena Richard.
Black History Month focusing on ‘The Black Family’ as theme for 2021
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History, or ASALH, chose the theme because the Black family has been a target of study in various academic disciplines.
Feb. 1 marks National Freedom Day, observing the end of slavery
Feb. 1 isn’t just the first day of Black History Month. It’s also National Freedom Day, pioneered by a former slave to commemorate abolition.
120 years later, 'Lift Every Voice and Sing' still rings through the halls where it was first performed
“Lift Every Voice and Sing” began as a poem written by a school principal. It grew to become known as the “Black National Anthem.”
BLACK HISTORY MONTH: Shawn Yancy inspired by sorority's history
FOX 5 is continuing our coverage of Black History Month by spotlighting our anchors’ connections to historically black colleges and universities and the impact HBCUs have had throughout history.
Firefighters celebrate 150th anniversary of D.C.'s first all-black fire station
D.C. firefighters gathered Saturday to honor 150 year of history at a Northwest D.C. fire company that was the first all-African American fire company in the District of Columbia.
'Strong, fierce, determined': Tiny ballerinas' photo shoot takes on symbolic meaning in honor of Black History Month
A group of ballerinas in Texas struck a pose, and the result was an adorable photo shoot — both fierce and meaningful.