In Depth: African American firefighter museum

For Black History Month we take a visit to LA's African American Firefighters Museum.

Culture Conversations: Amplifying the voices of the McBride sisters and David Gross

In this Black history episode of Culture Conversations, we are celebrating Black entrepreneurs. Host Mimi Brown speaks to Robin and Andréa  McBride, founders of the McBride Sisters Wine in San Luis Obispo, as well as David Gross, business partner to the late Nipsey Hussle.

Thrillist shares its list of LA’s best Black-owned restaurants 

In honor of Black History Month, Thrillist shares its list of the best Black-owned restaurants in Los Angeles that can be enjoyed year-round. 

Family-owned Inglewood bakery offers treats to satisfy every sweet tooth

From homemade peach cobbler, chocolate chip cookies, to strawberry banana pudding, a family-owned Inglewood bakery offers a delicious array of mouthwatering desserts to satisfy any sweet tooth and just in time for Valentine’s Day. 

In Depth: Black History Month, medical distrust and civil rights

Hal is joined by Dr. Victor Waters, the Chief Medical Officer of St. Bernardine’s Medical Center in San Bernardino. Dr. Waters explains the historic mistrust of the medical profession that the Black community has carried for generations.

LA’s ‘Kobbler King’ celebrates 27 years on baking table throne

A South Los Angeles man has baked his way to the top and has been in business for nearly 30 years. His waffles and desserts take decadence to a new level. 

Biracial figure skater advocates for social justice, representation in the sport

His moving performances have glided onto social media feeds. Three years after retiring from the competitive world, professional figure skater Elladj Balde has become a viral sensation — with a modern spin on the sport.

Black History Month focusing on ‘The Black Family’ as theme for 2021

The Association for the Study of African American Life and History, or ASALH, chose the theme because the Black family has been a target of study in various academic disciplines.

Feb. 1 marks National Freedom Day, observing the end of slavery

Feb. 1 isn’t just the first day of Black History Month. It’s also National Freedom Day, pioneered by a former slave to commemorate abolition.

Black History Month: The little-known backstory

February marks the start of Black History Month and while many people are familiar with the annual celebration, the details of its origin are not as well known.

Timeline: How the civil rights movement unfolded throughout US history

Here's a timeline of the historical events of the civil rights movement that shaped the fight for social justice and against discrimination.