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A walk through historic Black Panther sites in Oakland

Oct 15

One of NYC's oldest homes welcomes you in the heart of Queens

Aug 4

Bobby Seale reflects on 60-year legacy of Black Panther Party

As the Black Panther Party celebrates its 60th Anniversary, co-founder Bobby Seale is reflecting on the organization's origins, its controversial history and its lasting impact on communities across the country. "I started the Black Panther Party because we were discriminated against," Seale said. Watch his one-on-one interview with ABC7's Lyanne Melendez.

Oct 19

Slavery panels replaced at PA site amid months-long battle with Trump admin.

Jul 15

Relatives of slave who built White House speak out

Jul 4

Court clears way for replacement of slavery exhibit in Philadelphia

Jul 3

SF celebrates Black freedom at weekend Juneteenth parade

Jun 21

What's open and closed on Juneteenth 2026

Jun 19

What is Juneteenth and why is it celebrated? What to know for 2026

Jun 18

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1-on-1 with Bobby Seale as Black Panther Party celebrates 60th anniversary

Oct 19

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One-on-One with Bobby Seale as Black Panther Party celebrates 60th anniversary

Oct 19

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A walk through historic Black Panther sites in Oakland

Oct 15

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One of NYC's oldest homes welcomes you in the heart of Queens

Aug 4

2:15

SF celebrates Black freedom at weekend Juneteenth parade

Jun 21

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Houston dance company shares black history on stage

Jun 18

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Harlem renaissance history unearthed amid Bronx gravestones

Feb 25

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Thousands gathered in Oakland to celebrate the 9th annual Black Joy Parade and Celebration

Feb 23

Latest Videos

4:15

1-on-1 with Bobby Seale as Black Panther Party celebrates 60th anniversary

Oct 19

4:33

One-on-One with Bobby Seale as Black Panther Party celebrates 60th anniversary

Oct 19

3:20

A walk through historic Black Panther sites in Oakland

Oct 15

1:50

One of NYC's oldest homes welcomes you in the heart of Queens

Aug 4

2:15

SF celebrates Black freedom at weekend Juneteenth parade

Jun 21

3:27

Houston dance company shares black history on stage

Jun 18

2:21

Harlem renaissance history unearthed amid Bronx gravestones

Feb 25

0:54

Thousands gathered in Oakland to celebrate the 9th annual Black Joy Parade and Celebration

Feb 23

Latest Stories

Houston dance company shares black history on stage

"The Fairytale Project" tells the real-life love story of Jim & Winnie Shankle, the founders of one of the first freedom colonies in Texas.

Jun 18

Trump administration can replace slavery exhibit at President's House in Philadelphia, court rules

The Trump administration can replace the slavery exhibit at the President's House in Philadelphia, a federal appeals court ruled on Thursday.

Jun 18

Bay Area man stood against segregation at a pool protest in 1962, igniting change in North Carolina

For decades, only white people were allowed to swim in a North Carolina outdoor pool, until 1962, when four Black teenagers and two white friends jumped in. A Bay Area man was one of those friends who took a stand against segregation and not only made a difference, but also made history with his actions.

Feb 27

Harlem renaissance history unearthed amid Bronx gravestones

Local historians have uncovered forgotten tales - often overshadowed by thousands of towering headstones.

Feb 25

Thousands gathered in Oakland to celebrate 9th annual Black Joy Parade, celebration

The 9th annual Black Joy Parade and Celebration in Oakland had thousands gathered and the parade featured more than 100 contingents. The parade marked the last Sunday of Black History Month where hundreds of booths highlighting Black-owned businesses, artists, and nonprofits were featured.

Feb 24