Appointed by President Donald Trump, Alice Marie Johnson said she will step down from her position as CEO of her Memphis-based nonprofit, Taking Action For Good, in her new role as 'pardon czar'.

What will a Pardon Czar do? "We're going to be listening to your recommendations," Trump told Johnson at a Black ...

Johnson, now 69, was facing life in prison without the possibility of parole for being a first-time nonviolent drug offender.

"This is my mission — to really give voice to the voiceless ... to help those who are unseen to be seen," said Alice Marie Johnson.

Google's online calendar has removed default references for a handful of holidays and cultural events — with users noticing that mentions of Pride and Black History Month, as well as other ...

Maryland political leaders stepped up their support Saturday for Black History Month in the midst of an onslaught of attacks on diversity initiatives by President Donald Trump. Maryland Gov.

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — February is Black History Month. There are numerous events in Western New York to honor those who came before and celebrate Black civil rights icons, artists, and leaders ...

Black History Month is here, along with a bevvy of events across Connecticut worth checking out. We have gone ahead and selected five events taking place this week you will not want to miss ...

Mayor Cavalier Johnson celebrated the start of Black History Month on Monday by honoring four Milwaukee residents who've had a powerful impact on the city. Johnson presented honors for outstanding ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — February celebrates Black History Month, where we honor and pay homage to African Americans that have contributed to the nation. Want to know where to find local Black ...

Every February, Black History Month gives us the opportunity to learn about the rich and, oftentimes, forgotten pieces of American history. Black Americans helped build this country physically ...