Altadena Residents Rebuild, But Luxury Developers Could Stop Them In Their Tracks
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Altadena residents hoping to rebuild their lives — leaving them questioning how they can go up against luxury developers rabid for real estate in the area
SAVE Act: A New Weapon Against Black and Brown Voters
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Voting rights advocates say this would create enormous hurdles for poor people, rural residents, Black Americans, naturalized citizens, and the nearly 70 million women whose current legal names differ from those on their birth certificates due to marriage.
Michelle Obama: ‘I’m Not Divorcing Barack — I’m Choosing Me’
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — In part two of her appearance on the “Work in Progress” podcast hosted by Sophia Bush, Michelle Obama addressed the online speculation that ramped up earlier this year when Barack Obama appeared alone at several high-profile events
Trump’s Luxury Trips and Ego-Driven Parade Leaves Taxpayers with Unwanted Bills
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Despite owning a residence in New York and a golf course in New Jersey, Donald Trump reportedly spends nearly $800,000 most weekends to travel to his private club in Florida, racking up an estimated $26.1 million in taxpayer costs since 2017.
Democrats Take the Mic as Republicans Cancel Town Halls and Duck Constituents
BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — DNC Chair Ken Martin said Democrats are stepping up where Republicans are stepping away.

Wheatley 4×100 advance to Area round for the fifth consecutive year
Coach Kinsey praises the relay team’s remarkable talent and chemistry, calling them one of Wheatley’s best.
The New York Stock Exchange expands to Texas
With the expansion in Texas, how can Black businesses prepare for this opportunity?
Harambe Art Gallery uplifts artists, culture and community in Houston
The Harambee Art Gallery provides a platform for artists have sustainable careers.
Houston minority business program under scrutiny amid legal battle
Black businesses in Houston face significant disparities in city contracting, receiving only 5.55% of total awards.
April 10, 2025
e-Edition Help us uplift the Black Community!

Parents of Bucknell University football player who died during ‘punishment’ exercise during practice are suing the school
18-year-old Calvin “CJ” Dickey Jr. collapsed during the team’s first football practice due to sickle-cell related complications. He died two
Ester Dean pens open letter on Keri Hilson drama and rumored Beyoncé diss to set record straight
After being challenged further by Keri Hilson on Instagram, Ester Dean has opened up further about how a song perceived
Black Maternal Health Week kicks off today. Has the needle moved on the Black maternal health crisis?
The 2025 Black Maternal Health Week arrives during an interesting time for maternal health in the country. Folks around the
Rev. Jesse Jackson spotlights World Parkinson’s Day
In honor of April 11, World Parkinson’s Day, civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson is sharing his experience living with
‘Who are they?’: Rep. Jahana Hayes spars with GOP’s Lawler about why Elon Musk’s DOGE ‘is not normal’
“This is not regular for one person to have that kind of access over every agency, over people’s data, over

Michelle Obama Addresses Divorce Rumors After Recent Public Absences From Barack’s Side
Michelle Obama says that her marriage is fine and that at the big age of 61, she's allowed to be an independent woman.
Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s “luther” Video Is A Visual Ode To Black Love
Kendrick Lamar reminds us that love is where the real power lives, and our communities are stronger together.
28-Year-Old Mother Dies At Alleged ‘Illegal’ Post-Plastic Surgery Home Following BBL
Ahmonique Miller underwent a BBL procedure, but died at what authorities believe to be "an illegal post-plastic surgery recovery home."

Here is the untold story of how Howard University came to be known as ‘The Mecca’

October 30, 2023
by

By Jamaal Abdul-Alim (BHN) If you ask just about anyone at Howard University what’s the other name for their school, they will readily tell you: “The Mecca.” The name has been extolled by former students, such as acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates, who wrote in his 2015 book “Between the World and Me” that his “only

This content is restricted to site members. If you are an existing user, please log in. New users may register below.

Comments Off

Login Status

Here is the untold story of how Howard University came to be known as ‘The Mecca’

You may also Like

WordPress Shifts to Only One Major Release in 2025: What to Expect

Automattic Lays Off 281 People Across 90 Countries: The Web Reacts

I Lived 5 Minutes From the Ghibli Museum and Here’s My Thoughts on the Ghibli AI Trend

Black History Month: The Weight of Everyday Life

The Price of Integration

The Ongoing Struggle: Black Gen X’ers and the Persistent Impediments to Racial Equality

Recent Posts

Guess what….Black Mind Builder is ….

The Relevance of the NAACP in Black America Today: An Exploratory Analysis

Educational Background of the Current US Senate and Congress (2023)

The Impact of Mitch McConnell on Black America

From Black GIs to Puff Daddy: how African Americans fell in love with cognac

BHN Insider: Rolling back into Black communities, skating is a stylish exercise that is here to stay

Thought-provoking new exhibition suggests the public should help shape the future of AI

A Reasoning Mind

The Relevance of the Congressional Black Caucus in Black America Today (2023)

Fermented food is a staple in west Africa: 5 ways to make sure it’s safe for eating

As 16 fake electors are charged for election fraud, House and Senate re-back ‘Freedom to Vote Act’

The Relevance of Margaret Higgins Sanger on Black America

Here are 3 ways Black people say their white co-workers and managers can support them

Dele Alli abuse revelations highlight how professional footballers suffer greater mental health risk

What the US can learn from affirmative action at universities in Brazil