Virginia education staffers who reviewed the state’s African American studies elective course have proposed a series of recommended changes, including in some cases switching references from “racism” ...

The University of Virginia has named its first African American rector. George Keith Martin, a U. Va. alumn and Richmond attorney began his two-year term this week. Martin succeeds Helen E. Dragas, ...

Born in Ghana and raised in the Charlottesville area of Virginia, my complex identity has allowed me to combine ancestral knowledge with extensive research in the field of human behavior. I have ...

HAMPTON, Va. (AP) — A coastal resort in Hampton for African Americans throughout the South is being recognized with a Virginia historical marker. Approved by the Virginia Department of Historic ...

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — With each hit, these golfers hope to aid in developing a years-long vision. The Virginia African American Cultural Center held its third annual golf tournament at Cypress Point ...

Naseemah Mohamed’s newest genealogy course helps students recover family history and connect with their roots.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — The City of Virginia Beach has instituted a program to install signs recognizing the rich history of its 14 historic African American neighborhoods. Initiated by ...

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RICHMOND, Va. — The Virginia General Assembly’s first day of session in the new year marked a historic first: Del. Don Scott (D–Portsmouth) became the first African-American to become Speaker of the ...

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A special golf tournament fundraiser is returning to Virginia Beach. The Virginia African American Cultural Center (VAACC) is holding its 3rd Annual Golf Tournament on Thursday, ...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Virginia ranks No. 9 for states with the highest level of political engagement among African Americans, according to WalletHub. 2024 is a presidential election year, and every ...

The latest videos from WAVY.comFleet Week is a time for sailors and Marines to celebrate, go to events in town and show the public what they do. Even divers are finding ways to show off their skills ...