Photo credit: Scientific American-Dr. Nia Imara peers into the cosmos through a research telescope, continuing a legacy of Black brilliance in science while expanding access and imagination for the next generation of STEM scholars. Dr. Nia Imara is one of the rare voices in science who doesn’t just decode the universe , she people-izes it. She’s an astrophysicist and professor who weaves culture, creativity, and cosmic curiosity into a message bigger than herself. Why She Mat

Celebrating Innovative Minds: AI-generated artwork showcasing pioneering Black inventors whose creations have transformed the world, from traffic lights to blood banks. Black innovation is woven into the fabric of everyday life, from the medical tools that heal us to the technology that drives our daily routines. For centuries, Black inventors have pushed the boundaries of possibility despite systemic barriers that often obscured their contributions. This list celebrates 100

A Guide to Reflection, Service, and Community Each January, communities across Michigan pause not just to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., but to recommit to the work he left in our hands. From keynote lectures and community dinners to service projects and cultural celebrations, these events honor a legacy that still calls us forward. Greater Lansing & Mid-Michigan Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Celebration Location:  Lansing Venue: Lansing Center Date: Monday, January

Martin Luther King Jr. is often remembered on one day each year, but his vision for equality and justice calls for continuous commitment. His legacy challenges us to live out principles of courage, leadership, service, and unity every day. This post explores how individuals and communities can honor Dr. King’s ideals beyond the annual holiday. Through personal stories, local initiatives, and reflections from diverse voices, we will uncover practical ways to keep his spirit al

Courtesy Photo-Larry L. Leatherwood, Public servant. Community builder. Champion for youth. Lansing is better because he was here. With heavy hearts, The Chronicle News honors the life and legacy of Larry Leatherwood, a Lansing legend whose impact will be felt for generations. Mr. Leatherwood was a longtime Lansing resident and a 30-year retiree of the State of Michigan, having served in numerous senior-level public service roles. His career reflected a deep commitment to equ

Image vi Shutterstock-Chadwick Boseman delivers a heartfelt message of gratitude and purpose during a fan event at TCL Chinese Theatre. Known not only for his powerful roles but also his quiet philanthropy, Boseman used his platform to uplift others and inspire hope — a true embodiment of excellence and legacy. As the year comes to a close and we enter a season of reflection and giving, it's fitting to honor someone whose legacy embodied excellence, grace, and generosity — th

Courtesy Photo Publisher and media visionary Yanice Yvette Jackson continues the 40-year legacy of The Chronicle News, leading the publication into a new era of innovation, storytelling, and community empowerment. When the presses first rolled in 1986, The Chronicle  was more than a newspaper. It was a promise. Larry “Jay Price” Carter and Carolyn Carter , a visionary couple rooted in faith, family, and community, built it from the ground up to show a side of Black life too

Photo Credit:  Chronicle Creative Studio Black innovators continue to shape the cultural and creative landscape, from classrooms to boardrooms, blending legacy with progress in this feature image for “Roots and Renaissance: The Ongoing Story of Black Innovation.” Black brilliance has never gone dormant. It simply evolves with the times. What began as survival became strategy, and what was once dismissed as hustle has grown into an empire of innovation, creativity, and global

The story of African American culture is a rich tapestry woven with resilience, creativity, and profound contributions to society. It is...

Bessie Coleman: Flew high above barriers as the first licensed Black Pilot

Madame C.J. Walker, America’s first self-made woman millionaire, turned her hair-care empire into a legacy of empowerment,...

“HBCU classrooms were also laboratories of liberation—Tuskegee students in the chemistry lab, mastering science to help communities grow...

Fannie Lou Hamer at the 1964 Democratic National Convention—her voice fed hope as much as the soil fed freedom.” Photo: Warren K. Leffler...

The legacy of Rev. Dr. James W. Lynch lives on through his work as both educator and minister, bridging the classroom and the pulpit to...

The history of black heritage in America is a profound story of resilience, culture, and transformation. It spans centuries, from the...

Josephine Baker, the world’s first Black international superstar and a spy for the French Resistance, used her fame to fight fascism and...

Students gathered in front of an iconic HBCU campus building—a symbol of pride, perseverance, and the power of Black education. For generations, institutions like this have nurtured leaders, challenged injustice, and created safe spaces for cultural brilliance to thrive. Before the Civil War, higher education for African Americans in the United States was nearly nonexistent. But with freedom came determination—and a fierce commitment to education. Between 1861 and 1870, Afric

Courtesy Photo Nasaan Jackson-Visionary behind the HBCU Initiative, a program created expose to students to the legacy, leadership, and...

Graphic by OpenAI’s DALL·E, created for The Chronicle.  “In the 1980s, Detroit’s Black musicians forged a new sound—techno—that reshaped...

Illustration by OpenAI's DALL·E, generated for The Chronicle- “From protest to poetry—Black music continues to carry the soul of the...