High tariffs on imported goods are making it harder for Black women to afford hair care products. Prices are rising, affecting stylists and clients.

4. Deep Condition on a Regular Basis "Structurally, curly hair is the most fragile texture and is prone to easily snap or split at the ends," Alvarez says. "Keeping it hydrated and moisturized ...

Gertrude Theresa Hodges, the first African American Johns Hopkins School of Nursing graduate, died of stroke complications March 28 at her East Baltimore home. She was 88. Mrs. Hodges also headed ...

A new book will focus on South Carolina's first African American female physician. Authors Dr. Walter B. Curry, Beverly Aiken-Muhammad and Anusha Ghosh present the narrative of Dr. Matilda Evans ...

Braiding is more than a hairstyle. For generations, African American hair braiding styles have held deep cultural significance, telling stories of survival, status and self-expression. What may ...

As Black History Month came to an end last week, I reflected on my identity as an African American at Brown. My contemplation has left me with more questions than answers, but there are a few things I ...

A guide to meaningful travel experiences that connect visitors with African American history, art, and traditions across the nation. African American travel experiences offer more than typical ...

For more than 30 years, the SC African American Heritage Commission has taken a serious effort in preserving the rich African American History in South Carolina. The African American Historic ...

NOT DRINK AND DRIVE. THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF NEBRASKA’S COMMISSION ON AFRICAN AMERICAN AFFAIRS IS PUT ON LEAVE. THE COMMISSION CONFIRMED SYMONE SMITH HAS BEEN PLACED ON LEAVE, BUT THEY COULD ...

The first phase of Lafayette's African American Heritage Trail was unveiled Friday at a downtown church that dates back to 1872. Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, at 604 Lee Ave., ...