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While fireworks are a an essential Independence Day celebration tool, they were first developed in China millennia ago.
As writer Ernest Owens reflects on why his great-grandfather fought for this nation’s freedoms, he realizes he is feeling less…
SLIDESHOW - Black Americans have demonstrated their allegiance and respect for America through decades of struggle and in justice.
OPINION - Although it’s important to celebrate our nation’s birthday, it’s equally important to put it into proper context from…
ESSAY - Every Independence Day I think of the other young black boys, who never had a real chance to…
theGRIO REPORT - Conservative radio host David Webb prodded Olympic star Gabby Douglas suggesting that gold medal winner and her…
OPINION - What does the American flag mean to me? Few questions are more thought-provoking...
OPINION - Chris Rock’s recent 'Independence Day' tweet -- especially the reactionary responses to it -- reminds us once again…
CHICAGO (AP) - Briggs says he plans to wear cleats and gloves designed to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the…
OPINION - As with every war, including the ones currently being waged, African-Americans have served this nation nobly...
OPINION - A new effort is underway to draw attention to previously obscure but nonetheless pivotal black figures that have…