Black History Month

Black History Month and Heart Month both fall in February. Health experts say this connection should not be ignored.

A momentous chapter in history is being showcased at the Broward Sheriff’s Office, where a photograph now hangs on the wall, commemorating five pioneering men who played a vital role in diversifying the department. The photograph, titled “First Black Deputies 1960,” not only serves as a visual tribute, but also as a reminder to of the challenges faced during segregation.

Harold Pearson was only given months to live after he was diagnosed with congestive heart failure – a disease that disproportionally affects Black Americans. NBC6’s Sheli Muñiz reports

Building bridges through art and history, that’s what the nonprofit Afrikin aims to do in Miami-Dade County. They connect artists from all over the world through dialogue and community events. NBC6’s Daniela Cado has the story. 

A Miami-born talent takes the world stage

A Miami-born opera singer is preserving history through his art.

This decadeslong pastime in Black communities has been celebrated everywhere from weddings to family reunions to impromptu backyard hangs.

One especially frightening type of cancer that is extremely difficult to detect and seems to show up more often in Black women, affecting them even in their childbearing years, is endometrial, or uterine, cancer.

Many walls in Overtown have murals that tell the story of the community’s history. Now, thanks to technology and creative minds, the walls and stories behind them are being brought to life. NBC6’s Cherney Amhara reports

Many Black people are finding joy, community, thrills and a bigger sense of the world through activities that were once inaccessible.

The “Grandmother of Juneteenth” urges Trump to reconsider his executive order pausing DEI observances, including Black History Month and Juneteenth

The Pentagon’s intelligence arm has barred any celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women’s History Month and other such observances to comply with Trump’s executive orders.

Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture and education, kicks off on Feb. 1.