On Feb. 20, Citigroup walked back some of the diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments that the company made in 2020. Citigroup was one of several United States businesses and banks that attempted...
Gwen McCrae was heralded by many as “The Queen of Rare Groove.” She has died at the age of 81. Fans remember the soul-funk singer for her contributions to this sector of...
Following a report from The Texas Observer, James Rodden, an assistant chief counsel with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as of at least Feb. 19, is facing a legal complaint accusing...
Kamala Harris joined in on Black excellence celebrated at the 56th NAACP Image Awards on Feb. 22. The former Vice President spoke to the audience in an inspiring speech as Keke Palmer...
In 2024, Huston-Tillotson University’s partnership with Austin Independent School District (ISD) through the African American Male Teacher Initiative had slowed due to the pandemic. However, this year, the program, which began in...
Activists are closely monitoring the case of a Webster Parish man who recently died from injuries sustained in a fight in downtown Shreveport, Louisiana, in January. Christopher Temple, a white man, was...
Show & Prove: Baby Kia
Words: Georgette Cline
Editor’s Note: This story appears in the Winter 2024 issue of XXL Magazine, on newsstands now and available for sale on the XXL website.
Posted up in front of...
Black people make up 14% of the US population but only 5-7% of clinical trial participants, according to the National Cancer Institute. Participating in a clinical trial can make a huge difference...
There are many myths, misconceptions, and mistrust surrounding clinical trials in the medical field, and the answers we wonder about aren’t common knowledge. To help destigmatize clinical trial participation, especially within the...
Show & Pove: Anycia
Words: Kyle Eustice
Editor’s Note: This story appears in the Winter 2024 issue of XXL Magazine, on newsstands now and available for sale on the XXL website.
Rocking fake beards and delivering quips...
