WASHINGTON, DC – On January 4, President Joe Biden presented the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 extraordinary ... honor is the highest award a civilian can receive, recognizing ...

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Truman had created a similar honor, the Medal of Freedom in 1945, which was focused on wartime efforts and was later discontinued. Also receiving the award on Saturday were Robert F. Kennedy Sr.

After her death in October and the vicious family infighting that has marked Robert F. “Bobby” Kennedy Jr.’s Senate ...

The Historical Society of Quincy and Adams County is sponsoring several programs to celebrate February as Black History Month, including two lectures about civil rights advocates, an informal ...

Learn about Ernie 'Mr. Cub' Banks, the legendary baseball player from Dallas' Freedman's Town, who rose to stardom in Major ...

There were 64 passengers aboard the plane, and three Army soldiers in the helicopter, according to officials. Here's a look ...

These brave men and women fought for equality and acceptance and forged a path ahead for the LGBTQ+ community.

Former President Barack Obama sparked outrage in MAGA World over the weekend with a post on X marking the beginning of Black History Month, triggering […] ...

After decades of discrimination, Vernon Baker was finally recognized for his heroism during an assault on a German stronghold ...

Schools, museums and communities across the nation are marking Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture ...

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Legendary folk musician Bob Dylan is making his way to Omaha as part of his “Rough and Rowdy Ways” Tour.