New Bob Woodward Book Exposes That Trump Knew About The Dangers Of COVID-19
In interviews with the renowned journalist, Trump acknowledged that he knew that the virus was dangerous and "more deadly" than the flu.
All Your Questions About Flying Right Now, Answered
With the Labor Day holiday approaching, many people are wondering: just how safe is air travel right now?
Every Black Celebrity Diagnosed With Coronavirus
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is the latest to reveal he has been diagnosed with COVID-19.
Kevin Hart Secretly Battled COVID-19 Earlier This Year
While Hart has spoken openly about the global coronavirus pandemic, he never shared his own status.
It’s Time To Listen To Black Disabled People
As we reflect on the past 30 years and honor those who fought for the American with Disabilities Act, we need to go further and completely overhaul the way society perceives and treats disabled people.
COVID-19 Vaccines And Therapies Must Work For Black Mothers
This pandemic cannot be stopped unless measures to prevent and treat the coronavirus considers the health needs of everyone, including Black, pregnant people.
ESSENCE Presents: COVID-19 And Mass Incarceration
For Part II of our ESSENCE Reports three-part series COVID-19's Impact on Black Communities, we take a close look at the history of the prison industrial complex and how this nation's addiction to punishment is killing people.
These Black Women Found Fellowship In Fitness, Even During Lockdown
In the interest of pursuing wellness through technology and sisterhood, exercise enthusiasts are finding new ways to get moving together—from inside their homes
COVID-19 Homeschooling Could Be Transformative For Black Children
This semester will probably be a wash in regard to traditional academic learning. What can parents teach their children instead?
On Telehealth And More: Doctors Answer Your COVID-19 Questions
Whether you live in a town with minimal cases or are in a state where cases are spiking, all states are in some phase of reopening. These doctors answered questions on what you need to know now about COVID-19.
7-Year-Old African-American Boy Becomes Georgia's Youngest Victim Of COVID-19
News of his death comes as schools consider whether or not to resume in-person learning.
Exclusive: Here's What The CDC Wants Black People To Know About The Coronavirus Vaccine
As researchers race to find a coronavirus vaccine, the CDC says it will be critical for Black people to join clinical trials.
Facebook, Twitter Suspend Trump Campaign Accounts For False COVID-19 Claim
Facebook and Twitter are cracking down on the spread of misinformation on their social platforms. That includes censoring lies from Donald Trump.
COVID-19 Is Not Over: Reopen Our Schools With Safety And Justice
As COVID-19 rages on, the National Education Association stands in full support of students, parents, and educators who oppose school buildings opening before they are safe.
Donald Trump On 1,000 Coronavirus Deaths A Day: ‘It Is What It Is’
During an interview with Axios, Donald Trump was hesitant to accept the coronavirus death rate as a reflection of the country's handling of the outbreak.
Georgia Teen Loses Both Parents In Less Than A Week To COVID-19
Justin Hunter, 17, a high school senior is encouraging others to take proper precautions during the pandemic.
Herman Cain, Former Republican Presidential Candidate, Dies Of COVID-19
Herman Cain, who was also the former chief executive of Godfather’s Pizza, had been hospitalized with COVID-19 earlier this month.
Rep. Louie Gohmert, Who Was Often Seen Without Mask, Tests Positive For COVID
Rep. Louie Gohmert (R-Texas) said that he would be taking hydroxychloroquine, an unproven drug pushed by Trump, to combat the virus.
New Jersey COVID-19 Bill Could Secure Early Release For More Than 3,000 Prisoners
The ACLU tells the New York Times that it's believed to be the first legislative initiative of its kind in the United States.