Dr. Al Lewis, affectionately known as “Doc,” spent over 30 years promoting holistic wellness through The Herbal Farmacy, alternative medicine, and his popular radio show. #DocAlLewis...
Portsmouth Pavilion came alive with old school energy as Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick, and other hip-hop legends delivered a nostalgic rap showcase, despite a weather-shortened...
The Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office celebrated the graduation of 13 cadets from its ELITE Unit Academy, a unique community program for individuals with intellectual disabilities to train...
A new study finds drinking Black coffee may lower your risk of death—but adding sugar or cream could erase those health benefits, especially for heart and...
A new study finds drinking Black coffee may lower your risk of death—but adding sugar or cream could erase those health benefits, especially for heart and...
Dr. John Warren of the San Diego Voice & Viewpoint has been elected to lead the NNPA, pledging to unify and modernize the 85-year-old Black Press...
The National Urban League's 2025 State of Black America report exposes a coordinated assault on civil rights, democracy, and equity, while highlighting rising leaders fighting to...
From regenerative farming to rainwater recycling and Chesapeake Bay protection, three Black environmentalists—Thelonius Cook, Tyrone Jarvis, and Otis Jones—are blazing trails in Virginia’s fight for sustainability....
At 100 years old, Coach Horace S. Savage Jr. is more than a sportsman—he’s a Portsmouth icon whose legacy of leadership, education, and excellence deserves a...
In Yet Here I Am, Jonathan Capehart offers a calm, personal reflection on family, identity, and the long road to a successful media career, though the...
Digital Download is a weekly column dedicated to exploring the power, promise, and impact of technology in our everyday lives, written by Delegate Cliff Hayes, an experienced technology leader and public servant.
The column aims to educate, inform, and empower readers with insight into how digital tools, innovations, and trends are shaping our communities, policies, and futures.
From artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to broadband access and smart devices, Digital Download breaks down complex tech topics in an accessible way for all.
