From 2018: Aretha Franklin, Indomitable ‘Queen of Soul,’ Dies at 76

With hits like “Respect” and “Chain of Fools,” she defined a female archetype: sensual and strong, long-suffering but ...

Former presidents, mourners are gathering to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson

The celebration of life is being held Friday, March 6, and includes former presidents, music legends and thousands of adoring people.

Remembering the Rev. Jesse Jackson

Former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden, as well as former Vice President Kamala Harris, are speaking at the Rev. Jesse Jackson’s celebration of life in Chicago today. Follow the ...

Watch Live: Rev. Jesse Jackson funeral services at House of Hope in Chicago

The People's Celebration, the public funeral service for Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr., is being held at House of Hope on the far South Side of Chicago.

Late Betty Reid Soskin, author, activist and park ranger, celebrated

Thanks to Betty, we have learned to lean into and seek out the hidden stories that go beyond the popular narrative,” one ...
LAist

Compton artist's mission

Los Angeles artist and criminal justice advocate Mr. Wash has released a new book called Artists in Space to help fund the creation of a community center — including space for art classes and housing ...

The Latest: Trump says Iran war could last weeks, US citizens in dozens of countries urged to leave

As the war in the Middle East spirals further, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that the U.S. has the capability to go far longer than its projected four-to-five-week time frame for its ...