Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
The Defense Intelligence Agency has ordered a pause of all activities and events related to Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month.
Black History Month: When it started, why it's so significant in the US
Black History Month was officially recognized almost 50 years ago. Here's what to know about the month-long celebration of Black culture.
Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Black History Month wasn’t always a monthlong celebration. In February 1926, historian and author Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week. It was a weeklong celebration in an effort to teach people about African-American history and the contributions of Black people.
10 events in Southern California celebrating Black History Month
Southern California is home to a wide variety of events that celebrate this important month, from creative workshops and live performances to exhibitions and community gatherings.
Where to celebrate Black History Month around Seattle in 2025
To celebrate Black History Month in Seattle, a variety of local cultural, community and arts organizations are putting on events in the area that offer everything from film screenings to talks and music.
What to know about Black History Month
Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture and education, kicks off on Feb. 1. Founded nearly a century ago, without any proclamation from the government, celebrations won't be affected by the Trump administration's efforts to curb DEI initiatives.
Defense agency pauses Black History Month and other special observances
A retired chief warrant officer in the military is upset about the Pentagon’s intelligence arm’s decision to no longer celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Women’s History Month, and Pride Month.
Pentagon agency bans observances for Black History Month and other 'special observances'
The Defense Intelligence Agency has paused activities and events related to Black History Month, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth and other "special observances" to comply with executive orders from President Trump.
Denver area celebrates Black History Month with music, theater and more
CBS News Colorado is excited to continue its Elevating Black Voices series with multiple new reports every week about the ordinary extraordinary people who make Colorado such a special place to live.
Alleged Defense Agency Memo Pauses Observance of Black History Month, Pride, Others
The memo was allegedly written to bring the Defense Intelligence Agency in line with President Donald Trump's anti-DEI executive orders.
Backlash after Defense Agency bars events for MLK Day, Pride Month
The Pentagon’s Defense Intelligence Agency ordered a pause on all events and activities related to Black History Month, MLK Day, Juneteenth and more. MSNBC anchor Jonathan Capehart and Jewish Council for Public Affairs President Amy Spitalnick join Chris Jansing to react.
Trump White House marks Black History Month while Defense Department declares ‘identity months dead’
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Local Black History Month military events cancelled after new DEI guidance
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White House Press Secretary's Puzzling Remark About Black History Month Spurs Questions
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Feb. 2025 holiday schedule: Black History Month, Groundhog Day, Valentine's Day, more
Valentine's Day is on Friday, February 14! The best part is that the holiday falls on the Friday before a long weekend, so ...
McKinley Steam Academy kicks off Black History Month with Black Excellence Assembly
Cedar Rapids schools kicked off Black History month a day early this year.McKinley Steam Academy hosted its first ever ...
Opal Lee responds to DEI Executive Order, pens open letter to President
The “Grandmother of Juneteenth” urges Trump to reconsider his executive order pausing DEI observances, including Black History Month and Juneteenth ...