Black Leaders Join President Trump for Black History Month Celebration at the White House
By Sebastian Ridley-Thomas, Capitol Correspondent, PACE NEWS Washington, D.C. — On Thursday at the White House, President Donald J. Trump rolled out the red carpet to host an illustrious group of leaders for the celebration of Black History Month. The event was a remarkable occasion, marking February 20 as the one-month anniversary of President Trump…
Read MoreNNPA Launches National Public Education and Selective Buying Campaign
Washington, DC: The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), representing the Black Press of America, has announced the planning and implementation of a national public education and selective buying campaign across the nation in direct response to those corporate entities that have dismantled their respective Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) commitments, programs and staffing. NNPA Chairman…
Read MoreINSIDE INGLEWOOD: Honda Battle of the Bands Kicks Off Black History Month Before 60,000 Fans at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood
By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief Black History Month 2025 came alive in Inglewood as the Honda Battle of the Bands wowed fans at the magnificent SoFi Stadium. It was a breathtaking sight to witness the camaraderie between Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as they took the field, thrilling the audience with electrifying performances. Beyond the…
Read MoreThe Southern Truth: Judge Joe Brown Having His Say on Birthright Citizenship
By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief Speaking with Judge Joe Brown is always an insightful experience. His views, rooted in deep legal knowledge and firsthand experience, provoke thought and challenge the status quo. He has never shied away from standing his ground—even choosing jail over compromising his principles when a judge threw him behind bars for fighting…
Read MoreThe Southern Truth: Praise God for Jalen Hurts – How He Took Down the Chiefs at Super Bowl LIX
By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief Yes, I said it. Praise God for Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, who gives all praise to God for his team’s Super Bowl LIX win on Sunday against the defending champion, Kansas City Chiefs. He proclaimed that his calling and purpose are led by God, and he acted accordingly as the…
Read MoreLest We Forget Our Black History: Brother Jim Clingman Said, “Hypocrites and Hucksters—Histrionics and Hype”
Editor’s Note: Remembering Brother Jim Clingman during Black History Month, looking in the archive of a 2011 issue of PACE NEWS, I found this article written by Mr. Clingman and I thought how relevant his message is today in our heated political climate. Mr. Clingman legacy serves as a powerful reminder to Black Americans of…
Read MoreAltadena Black History Will Rise Again Like “Beauty for Ashes”
The Southern Truth By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief Yesterday, I went to Altadena to witness firsthand the devastation and transformation of a historic Black community. I was nearly brought to tears. The destruction was unreal—yet painfully real—laid bare beneath the hovering clouds. The fire had ravaged homes, churches, and landmarks in what seemed like a deliberate,…
Read MoreThe Southern Truth: Mr. Newsom Goes to Washington: Will Trump Listen?
By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief As California reels from the devastation of the Palisades and Altadena fires, Governor Gavin Newsom traveled to Washington, D.C., seeking federal aid. His mission was clear: secure resources to rebuild communities in crisis. According to one report, during the meeting, the Governor emphasized the critical need for federal assistance to support…
Read MoreTrump Proclaims Black History Month 2025
By Sebastian Ridley-Thomas Washington, D.C. – In his proclamation recognizing Black History Month 2025, President Donald Trump honored prominent Black Americans such as Professor Thomas Sowell, Justice Clarence Thomas, Golfer and Businessman Tiger Woods, Military Leader and Abolitionist Harriet Tubman, and Journalist Frederick Douglass. These distinguished figures were celebrated for their enduring contributions to American…
Read MoreKaiser Permanente Physician Reflects on Black History Month to Recall Challenges She Overcame to Achieve Success and Inspire Others to Reach for the Stars
With February being Black History Month, Kaiser Permanente internal medicine and adult primary care physician Dr. Erycka Webb, who practices at Gardena Medical Offices, reflects on the many challenges Black youth, men and women often face in life. Growing up in Gardena, Dr. Webb recalls not being afforded the same opportunities as many others. “I…
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