Charlotte is entering a historic era led by a powerful trinity of Black women—Mayor Vi Lyles, Superintendent Dr. Crystal Hill, and Police Chief Estella Patterson. Together, they are shaping the Queen City’s future through equity, education, and public safety. Their leadership marks a new chapter where Black women aren’t just influencing Charlotte—they’re defining it.

America may wear the eagle proudly, but Scripture warned of a fierce nation that shows no mercy — and history proves it. From Egypt’s first captivity to America’s two wings of the same bird, the system still reeks of captivity. Yet hope remains: like Moses and Esther, a deliverer will rise — perhaps this time, a Black woman.

D on’t get me wrong; we all love a good celebration! But just how far will we go to feel included? When it comes to celebrating holidays,...

If you haven’t noticed, since the emancipation of chattel slavery, Black Women have been on the rise destined for success and rulership.  The portrayal of powerful Black women have seen a significant rise in recent years, marked by influential figures like Vice President Kamala Harris, fictional characters such as Shuri from Marvel's Black Panther, and historical representations like those in The Woman King. When we think about the complicated history of Womanhood, and more s

Credit: Dr. Mae C. Jemison in aircraft from Blerds. Dr. Mae C. Jemison, an extraordinary figure in the realms of science and space exploration, has inspired countless individuals with her groundbreaking achievements and relentless perseverance. As the first African American woman to travel in space, Dr. Jemison's journey is marked by triumphs and struggles that have shaped her legacy. Early Life and Education Born on October 17, 1956, in Decatur, Alabama, Mae Carol Jemison mo