Jeannette woman served in Six Triple Eight, the predominantly Black Women's Army Corps during World War II
A recent Netflix movie shines a light on the Six Triple Eight. It was the only predominantly Black Women's Army Corps unit stationed in Europe during World War II. The women were from all over the ...
In the early 1800s, Black women ‘luminaries’ lit Newport’s streets. One woman is looking to rekindle that legacy.
Sierra Jones is the founder of LMNRY, and is the only black woman-owned business on historic Thames Street in Newport.
Halle Berry says she’s ‘tired’ of being the only Black woman to have won the best actress Oscar
Halle Berry achieved a historic moment in 2002 when she became the first Black woman to win an Academy Award in the best lead actress category, for her role in “Monster’s Ball.” ...