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Black History

Traveling exhibition that looks into Black history during the Great Depression being offered to Arkansas organizations

Black History

Juneteenth celebrations begin across the U.S.

The celebration has been around for more than a century.
13News Now Presents

Roots Recovered: Reclaiming Our Names

This documentary from 13News Now explores the growing interest African Americans have in discovering their ancestral names.
Black History

Juneteenth events in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley

For a full list of Juneteenth celebrations happening around our area, check out our article on 5NEWSonline.com
Black History

70 years after Brown v. Board of Education, one superintendent carries on the legacy

Now, the school district at the center of the 1954 ruling is making history again.
Black History

Black History Month | Black Wealth

Exploring the wealth gap and sharing tips on building wealth in Black communities. Plus, looking into states working on reparations.
Black History

Black History Month | Celebrating the arts and creatives

A look at the artists and dancers who are using their talents to inspire others. Plus, we celebrate Black artists and creatives using their voices to educate.
Black History

Black History Month | Marking its origin, impact and the importance of celebrating

A look back at the history and origin of Black History Month, as well as the importance of celebrating. Plus, see how Black Americans have impacted the world.
Black History

HBCU alumna creates the first and only HBCU doll in major retailers nationwide

When she couldn’t find it in the store, she created it herself and filled a gap in the toy industry.
Black History

'Breaking the Silence' | Arkansas filmmakers preview documentary on Catcher Race Riots

“That’s my hope with this documentary, that it spurs more documentaries across the country of people wanting to unify for change,” Talicia Richardson said.
Black History

Fayetteville City Council tables approval for the proposed Black Historic District

"We have a little more than 100 years worth of history that we're happy to preserve through the creation of a local historic district," Emma Wilson said.
Black History

Events celebrating Black History Month across Arkansas

5NEWS has created a list of events celebrating Black History Month in our area.

Live updates: Power outages reported after severe storms

Flooding at Fort Smith elementary school removes one voting site in Sebastian County

Severe storms tonight in Arkansas & Oklahoma | Weather Impact Alert

Storm damage, including gas leaks, reported in Little Flock

Fort Smith/Fayetteville News | 5newsonline KFSM 5NEWS | Get the local news and weather where you live from 5NEWS. Covering Fort Smith, Fayetteville, Bentonville, and all of Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.

Traveling exhibition that looks into Black history during the Great Depression being offered to Arkansas organizations

Juneteenth celebrations begin across the U.S.

Roots Recovered: Reclaiming Our Names

Juneteenth events in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley

70 years after Brown v. Board of Education, one superintendent carries on the legacy

Black History Month | Black Wealth

Black History Month | Celebrating the arts and creatives

Black History Month | Marking its origin, impact and the importance of celebrating

HBCU alumna creates the first and only HBCU doll in major retailers nationwide

'Breaking the Silence' | Arkansas filmmakers preview documentary on Catcher Race Riots

Fayetteville City Council tables approval for the proposed Black Historic District

Events celebrating Black History Month across Arkansas

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