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Cleveland's Black History

Donna Brazile, a CNN political contributor, kicks off events at the E.J. Thomas Hall in Akron. More Details


A young African-American enterpreneur gives her perspective on the problems facing the African-American community and what Black History Month means to her. More Details


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Carl Stokes made history in Cleveland when he was elected the first black mayor of a major U.S. city. More Details


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More History

Toni Morrison
African-Americans continue to push to the forefront of American society, although not every day brings a breakthrough. More Details

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Notable Leaders

Martin Luther King Jr.
Take a look back at the life, words and accomplishments of Martin Luther King Jr. More Details

The widow of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. died Jan. 31, 2006, at age 78. Take a look back at Coretta Scott King's life. More Details

Civil rights pioneer Rosa Parks died in 2005. Take a look back at her role in the civil rights movement. More Details

Jackie Robinson
On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson shattered baseball's color barrier and changed the face of the nation. More Details

Resources

William Artis, Head of a Negro Boy
The Internet is a treasure trove of information on black history and culture. Here are some good online resources. More Details

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