Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
A number of federal agencies have banned celebrations related to MLK Jr. Day, Women's History Month and other such observances to comply with Trump's executive orders.
Pentagon Halts Observing MLK Day, Black History Month
An intelligence agency with The Pentagon has paused observances of Black History Month and MLK Day along with other cultural holidays.
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.
Is Black History Month history? Not yet, according to President Trump proclamation
President Donald Trump signed the Black History Month proclamation for February 2025, but not all government agencies will observe.
Why is Black History Month in February? History, theme and how to celebrate in Texas
For those who don't know the history, some may wonder why Black history is recognized in February, the shortest month of the year. Here are the origins of Black History Month, including the history associated with Texas.
Hegseth cancels Black History Month celebrations across armed forces
U.S. military bases around the world have celebrated Black History Month and similar events for decades. Now, Hegseth says "Identity Months" are "Dead at DoD."
When is Black History Month? How did it get started?
Black History Month goes back nearly 100 years, and is celebrated in February in New Jersey with various events.
Pentagon agency pauses celebrations for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month and more
The Defense Department's intelligence agency has paused observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Pride Month, Holocaust ...
Pentagon intelligence agency pauses events, activities related to MLK Day, Black History Month
In response to Donald Trump's order banning DEI initiatives, the DIA has paused special event programs and related events, ...
Pentagon intelligence agency pauses observances for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth
The Pentagon’s intelligence agency has put on hold observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth, Holocaust Days of ...
Air Force will not celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth
The Air Force will not use official resources to mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, in addition to other cultural ...
As Black History Month begins, Austin celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
"February we celebrated it as Black History Month, but in reality, Black history is American history. And we can't forget ...
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Today's local history makers: We want to hear who is making Black history near you
It's Black History Month and the Up First newsletter wants to highlight local history makers. Do you know anyone who has made ...
Martin Luther King Jr. parade kicks off Black History Month in Oklahoma City
Delayed from January, Oklahoma City’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. parade officially kicked off Black History Month for the city. Near the heart of Oklahoma City, hundreds celebrated on Saturday.
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Learn About Civil Rights Activist Coretta Scott King, Including How She Met Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Related: Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr. With 30 Fascinating Facts About the Civil Rights Icon. What Is Coretta Scott ...
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History will not forget what it refuses to reconcile
In the early months of 1967, Martin Luther King, Jr. did something he rarely allowed himself to do -- he stepped away. He ...