Angela Alsobrooks, Lisa Blunt Rochester Make History as Newly Elected Black Senators in 2024 Election
Two years ago, the U.S. Senate did not have a single Black woman. And before that, only two Black women had ever served in the upper chamber of Congress. Lisa Blunt Rochester in Delaware and Angela Alsobrooks in Maryland have changed the math. They both won their races on Tuesday, Nov. 5 — making history while bringing greater representation to Congress and maintaining the Democrats’ hold on the seats. This is also the first time that two Black women will serve as senators together — and they will each take
Illinois Democrats Secure Decisive Wins in Congressional Races
In a decisive win for Illinois Democrats, incumbents Jonathan Jackson, Robin Kelly, Danny K. Davis, and Lauren Underwood retained their seats, underscoring the state’s strong blue presence in Congress. According to the Associated Press, Illinois Democrats took 14 of the state’s 17 congressional seats, marking decisive wins in closely watched races. Key victories included incumbents Jonathan Jackson, Robin Kelly, Danny K. Davis, and Lauren Underwood, each defeating Republican challengers by solid margins. In a firmly “blue wall” state where these Democratic incumbents were heavily favored, these results, though expected, were
Melia Howard Leads Detroit Forward as New Deputy Mayor
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s decision to appoint Melia Howard as the city’s new Deputy Mayor brings a new chapter for community leadership. Howard steps into this role after years of service as Director of Community Engagement. Her work has consistently placed residents at the center of Detroit’s development efforts. With Todd Bettison now moving to serve as Interim Police Chief, Howard assumes the Deputy Mayor position as the second woman in the city’s history to hold this title. Her appointment represents a commitment to making sure Detroiters’
Ben Jealous, Lynee Vanee, Scotty Smart and Zak Wallace Address Black Economics Plan at Atlanta’s Gathering Spot
The Gathering Spot in Atlanta's burgeoning center for innovation and free-thinking cottage industries recently hosted The Economic Freedom Talks, a Harris-Walz campaign initiative to address and resolve pressing issues facing Black entrepreneurs and small businesses. The Economic Freedom Talks are designated to uplift small business owners and entrepreneurs across the nation, featuring a dynamic series of discussions that spotlighted former presidential candidate Kamala Haris' plans for small businesses. Nationally recognized advocates and experts for minority business development gathered to discuss issues hindering Black businesses including: A ten-fold expansion of the
Monroe Nichols Becomes First Black Mayor of Tulsa
Photo: Oklahoma House of Representatives Democratic Oklahoma Rep. Monroe Nichols has made history in the city of Tulsa. On Tuesday (November 5), Nichols was projected to win the Tulsa Mayoral election, besting his challenger, Tulsa County Commissioner Karen Keith, per 2 News Oklahoma. Nichols will serve as Tulsa’s first Black mayor. He delivered his acceptance on Tuesday night in front of images of Black Wall Street, a thriving district in Tulsa that was destroyed by a white mob in 1921. Nichols, who’s served as a State Representative for House District 72 since 2016, will take over for
Melesa Johnson Becomes 1st Black Woman Elected As Jackson County Prosecutor
Voters in Kansas City, Missouri made a historic choice on Election Night. On Tuesday (November 5), Democrat Melesa Johnson was elected as Jackson County prosecutor, making her the first Black woman to hold that office, per KSHB. Johnson defeated Republican Tracey Chappell in the race for Jackson County prosecutor by a large margin. “It’s honestly surreal,” Johnson said Tuesday night. “I’m excited, full, and hopeful, but know we have a lot of work to do.” Johnson will succeed Jean Peters Baker, who has served as Jackson County prosecutor since 2012. Peters Baker was only the second woman to be
Nick Brown Makes History as Washington’s First Black Attorney General
Photo: Nick Brown For Attorney General Democrat Nick Brown made history on Election Night. On Tuesday (November 5), Brown was projected to win the race for Washington attorney general, besting Republican Pete Serrano, per the Associated Press. Brown's win makes him the first Black person to serve as Washington's attorney general. He is succeeding Bob Ferguson, who ran for governor instead of seeking reelection, to become the state's first new attorney general in 12 years. During his campaign for AG, Brown, a former U.S. attorney for western Washington, faced Serrano, a