The Liberty University Art Museum is holding an art exhibit in honor of abolitionists Frederick Douglass and John Brown throughout the month of February.

Pernell “Sweet Pea” Whitaker was only 24 years old when he secured his first and only gold medal in the 1984 Olympic games, even more impressive than that, The Norfolk native had never fought at the pro level.

Many people go through life hoping they can make a positive difference in the world around them. With a steadfast commitment to bettering the lives of others, local icon Dr. Brenda Hale has done just that.

Max Robinson is a name that many might be unfamiliar with but his impact on the world of journalism for African Americans is insurmountable.

Born in Portsmouth, actress and comedian Wanda Sykes has been in the business for over 25 years now.

Arthur Ashe was only 49 years old when he passed away in 1993, but the tennis superstar accomplished so much in his life—from becoming the face of tennis to the face of activism. Ashe was also the first and only African American male to win both Wimbledon and the U.S. Open singles titles.

During Black History Month, gentrification in Roanoke City is the topic of a series of panel discussions every Thursday.

After a two-and-a-half-week process, Mike Tomlin was named head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2007, becoming the first Black head coach in the franchise’s storied history. Many analysts and outlets were shocked by the hire, calling it “unconventional,” but 18 years later, the Steelers head coach has thrived on being unconventional.

Changemaker. Trailblazer. Strong. Resilient. Those are just a few of the many words that fill my mind when I think of Lucy Addison.

In February 2023, history was made in the Commonwealth as elected Democrat Jennifer McCllelan soared to victory in a race to fill a vacant seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming the first Black woman to represent the state in Congress.

February is Black History Month, and all month long, 10 News will be telling the stories and honoring the legacies of notable figures from our region.

Born in Portsmouth, Missy Elliott is a trailblazer in the rap game.