today in black history

May 11, 2026

Ira Aldridge, the great 19th century Black actor, famous throughout the world, was born in 1807 in New York City.

Today in Black America - May 11

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The Associated Press

Trump rejects Iran’s response to latest US proposal to end the war


Young Americans’ job market optimism falls as older adults stay upbeat, new Gallup poll finds


Voter confusion and headaches for election officials follow hasty GOP push to redraw US House seats


The Washington Post

Depleted U.S. weapons stocks leave allies worried about Ukraine

Many Americans think Trump assassination attempts were fake, survey finds


Study shows powerful ways to reduce plastic chemicals in our bodies


USA Today

Redistricting wars are raging. Brace yourself for what happens next


Energy Secretary says Trump 'open' to pausing gas tax amid climbing prices

AOC asked about presidential run rumors, 'my ambition is way bigger'


NJ.com

N.J. affordable housing lottery opens for 90 rentals from $559 a month. Do you qualify?

N.J. found a way to stop people from getting arrested again. Now the program’s expanding.


Inside the fight to undo a century‑old law blamed for soaring infrastructure costs


The New York Times

They Were Promised New Septic Tanks. Trump Called It ‘Illegal DEI.’

As Coal Rebounds, More Toxic Mercury Is in the Air

Airbnb Turns to Black Leaders in Its Bid to Make a Comeback in New York



The Los Angeles Times


Republicans feud, and fume, in the battle for a Southern California congressional district


Spencer Pratt said ‘super meth’ is helping fuel L.A.’s homeless crisis. What is that?

The IRS may owe you a refund for coronavirus-era fines. Here’s how to apply


The Chicago Sun-Times

Marc H. Morial: Attacks on Black political representation ramp up after Supreme Court ruling

AOC defends comment about billionaires while visiting Chicago


Chicago police sergeant charged with stealing $41K from federal PPP program


The Atlanta Journal Constitution


Spelman 7: Record number of valedictorians — and the sisterhood that got them there

Morris Brown reaccredited after review

Congressman still plans to speak at Morehouse med school ceremony amid backlash









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