The first Black child born in America, William Tucker, was probably born on this date in Jamestown, Va. However, some ...

Though they have always been defining aspects of human civilisation, power and privilege have quite different expressions ...

Today, Black History Month is a time to honor the contributions and legacy of African Americans across U.S. history and society; from activists and civil rights pioneers such as Harriet Tubman, ...

Winston Rodney (born March 1, 1945), also known as Burning Spear, is a Jamaican roots reggae singer and musician. Like many famous Jamaican reggae artists, Burning Spear is known for his Rastafari ...

A look back at local, national and world events through Deseret News archives.

On this day, 57 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated while standing on the balcony of his motel room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tennessee.