Shutterstock Walking the Mississippi Civil Rights Trail Mississippi was one of the epicenters of the civil rights struggle in ...

The U.S. is full of archaeological sites, "but in most cases you could be standing right on top of one and never know it," Elic Weitzel told Newsweek.

Black Mississippians are a big part of the capital city’s cultural identity, and so are its businesses. B2B Reviews recently ranked Mississippi as the fifth-best ...

During the Great Migration, Black Americans seeking a better life and more opportunity left Jim Crow south, with many landing ...

COFO. It stands for the Council of Federated Organizations and while many of you have never heard of it, COFO is an organization born in Mississippi, that was a crucial piece of the civil rights ...

Discover the hidden gems of Illinois, including its diverse landmarks and rich history. Explore the Land of Lincoln.

Discover the importance of Black education and partnerships with California colleges. Dr. Donzell Lee, Tougaloo College president, shares his mission and challenges.

Baton Rouge serves double duty as a college town and Louisiana’s capital. See how the town's vibrant story told through its many museums, a lively restaurant scene, and of course, unforgettable ...

Mississippi is one of two states that recognizes Martin Luther King Junior Day as a dual holiday, shared with Robert E. Lee.