Moncrief’s mission to revitalize the Memorial Cemetery continues. They’re cleaning up the resting grounds of local Jacksonville legends.

St. Augustine, a city rich with history, is about to cement its legacy with the establishment of Florida’s inaugural Black history museum.

To further celebrate Black History Month, we’re highlighting a place that’s a staple on Jacksonville’s Northside.

Since June 2024, Jordan, Jaylen Fowler and Rique Bentley — all born and raised in Jacksonville — have been bringing the community together every Saturday morning, and recently Tuesday evenings, at Friendship Fountain to run different routes around downtown.

Even while acting on various movie sets thousands of miles from his hometown, one piece of Ronald “RJ” Cyler II that will never depart from him is his love for his city – Jacksonville, Florida.

These days you can spot Ken Amaro addressing the issues at Jacksonville city hall, or out and about in District 1. But for decades, he was the guy people in Jacksonville turned to when they had a problem.

For Morgan, “motivate” truly is the magic word. Not to mention, making a difference.

A Jacksonville father started a food truck during the COVID-19 pandemic to empower his daughter and teach her about business.

A third-generation master tailor talked about the legacy of excellence his father and grandfather created that paved the way for his success today.

Jacksonville officials will unveil a historic marker to remember civil rights martyr Johnnie Mae Chappell on Friday at 10 a.m. at the Lincoln Villa Community Center.

Ben Frazier’s booming voice commanded attention, but before he channeled his energy into his activism with the Northside Coalition, he channeled it into local broadcasting.

Jacksonville officials will unveil a historic marker to remember civil rights martyr Johnnie Mae Chappell on Friday at 10 a.m. at the Lincoln Villa Community Center.

President Donald Trump marked Black History Month at the White House on Thursday by making an appearance at a celebratory reception with a surprise guest, golf legend Tiger Woods, while calling out other athletes in attendance and marveling at the size of the crowd.

Rodney Hurst said Americans must continue to address race, whether it makes them uncomfortable or not.

To commemorate Coleman’s contributions and enduring influence, the students created a series of artworks that celebrate her life and achievements.

A hidden legacy was recently uncovered when a local family said they were surprised to learn their aunt was part of the legendary 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, known as “The Six Triple Eight.”

Florida's Black history standards changed in 2023 to include a controversial line about enslaved people developing skills for personal benefit. Despite public outcry that line remains in the 2024 standards. News4JAX spoke with two Northeast Florida teachers to find out if those standards impact their teaching and how they ensure a balanced education about Black history.

The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be celebrated in Jacksonville during Black History Month after the 44th annual parade was postponed in January.

When you meet Dana Michelle, she’ll introduce herself as your “neighbor.” That’s because she is on a mission to advocate and fight for Durkeeville, one of Jacksonville’s historic Black neighborhoods.

EWU athletic director Ivana Rich is one of only three Black female athletic directors among the state's 27 NCAA members. She joins Palm Beach Atlantic University athletic director Courtney Lovely Evans and Florida A&M University athletic director Angela Suggs.

Former Eagles players Harold Carmichael, Brian Dawkins, Lito Sheppard among Raines High School alumni to have played in the championship game

During Black History Month, News4JAX is celebrating local African American trailblazers who paved the way in politics and public service. These are just a few of the figures whose influence is still felt among the local African American community.

Geraldine Thompson, who represented Orange County in the Florida House and Senate for almost 20 years, died Thursday, according to several lawmakers who worked with Thompson throughout her career.

A Black-owned business in the Lackawanna neighborhood has been around for over 50 years.

Charles Cobb Jr. played an integral role in getting Black people registered to vote during the Mississippi Freedom Summer Project in 1964.

The Mayor’s African American Advisory Committee held an event at City Hall on Thursday morning to commemorate Black History Month.

Dr. Hester Petty said three memorable experiences in her life involving discrimination always kept her motivated to fight for truth and justice.

Celebrations are underway, marking the 125th anniversary of the song “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”

Kevin Waters is the first African American to be an owner of a professional sports team in Jacksonville, and the first to be named as a head coach of a professional sports team in the city.

Bessie Coleman was an ambitious young woman, inspired by Black pilots in World War I. Her accomplishments inspired generations of women and girls aspiring to become pilots.

Late photographer David Johnson’s journey took him from Jacksonville to the Navy, ultimately leading him to capture the vibrant Black culture in San Francisco’s historic Fillmore District and document key moments in the Civil Rights Movement through his photography.

Thunderbolt Patterson was more than just a pro wrestler from the 1960's through 1980's. He was also a man who fought for civil rights and was an outcast in the industry for several years.

President Donald Trump’s attack on diversity, equity and inclusion programs is leading to pushback from Baltimore's mayor.

The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be celebrated in Jacksonville during Black History Month after the 44th annual parade was postponed in January.

The Fort Mose Jazz and Blue Series is continuing its tradition of bringing live music to one of the most historical sites in the nation—Fort Mose Historic State Park.

Orange Park's Town Hall sits on the property that was once home to the Normal and Industrial School, which was ahead of its time. An abolitionist group taught Black and white students under one roof at the school in the late 1800s.

In a historic moment for St. Augustine Beach, the city officially proclaimed February 2025 as Black History Month. It was the first time in the city’s history that it made the independent declaration.

Jacksonville and its surrounding areas are deeply rooted in rich Black history, leaving a lasting impact on the world we know today.

The St. Johns County Cultural Resource Review Board is considering demolishing the historic old county jail, a site linked to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s arrest during the civil rights movement. Local groups are advocating for its preservation as a landmark.

The Historical Society of Orange Park is dedicated to preserving the stories of African Americans who have played significant roles in the area’s history. One example of this is the story of Lawrence Hicks, also known as the “Ice Man,” who ran a successful ice delivery business in the late 1930s and 1940s.

Jacksonville’s historic Durkeeville neighborhood was the center of a unique Black History Month celebration—a guided urban bike tour that included stops at significant cultural and historical sites.

Despite the disappointment, Johnson hopes for a future where people focus less on terminology and more on learning from each other.

During segregation, Black St. Johns County residents weren’t allowed on any beaches. Not until Frank Butler created one.

One way you can celebrate Black History Month is to shop at or visit local Black-owned businesses. So we've compiled a list to help you find them in your neighborhood.

Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture and education, kicks off on Feb. 1.

Singer-songwriter Ray Charles may have had Georgia on his mind, but North Florida is where his path to fame and fortune began.

The St. Augustine Black History app launched in February 2021.

The Defense Department intelligence agency has paused observances of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Pride Month, Holocaust Days of Remembrance and other cultural or historical annual events in response to President Donald Trump’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the federal workplace.

The 10th Annual Curls and Convo event will take place in Jacksonville, FL, on February 8, 2025. This milestone celebration, held in honor of Black History Month, is a tribute to community and culture. Hosted by Mygani, Curls and Convo is a signature event created to empower women and girls to embrace self-confidence, regardless of their hair texture or skin complexion. Now in its 10th year, the event is partnering with Empowerment Resources Inc. (ERI), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to equipping children and families to become strong and successful leaders. Tickets can be purchased online at https://curlsandconvo-10.eventbrite.com. Use promo code RCL for $10 of adult ticket. Promo ends January 29 at midnight

The 10th Annual Curls and Convo event will take place in Jacksonville, FL, on February 8, 2025. This milestone celebration, held in honor of Black History Month, is a tribute to community and culture. Hosted by Mygani, Curls and Convo is a signature event created to empower women and girls to embrace self-confidence, regardless of their hair texture or skin complexion. Now in its 10th year, the event is partnering with Empowerment Resources Inc. (ERI), a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to equipping children and families to become strong and successful leaders. Tickets can be purchased online at https://curlsandconvo-10.eventbrite.com. Use promo code RCL for $10 of adult ticket. Promo ends January 29 at midnight

Black history is made daily but because of Carter G. Woodson — nicknamed the father of Black History Month — the celebration of Black culture is commemorated during the second month of the year.

During Black History Month, we want to highlight those in the Black community locally who own their businesses!

As summer comes to an end, many families are planning those final beach trips. One of those beaches is American Beach on Amelia Island. There is a good chance, many of the people who visit, don’t know the storied history of what was once one of the only Black beaches in our area.

Just over one week into Black History Month in 2024, hundreds of people came to the historic Fort Mose in St. Augustine to listen to one of hip-hop’s most legendary acts: Common.

The LaVilla School of the Arts Black History Month Club held its annual breakfast, titled Black Excellence Inspires.

Mayor Deegan announced the creation of the Mayor’s African American Advisory Board and officially proclaimed February as Black History Month at an event with Jacksonville nonprofit 904WARD on Tuesday at the St. James Building.

In honor of Black History Month, News4JAX is spotlighting an African American male educator who spent 40 years teaching for Duval County Public Schools.

The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) on Tuesday voted unanimously to relocate the historic beach cottage known as the “Canright House.”

It’s a celebration of Black culture as skaters glide across the rink at Sk8 City in Arlington.

A local children’s author had the opportunity to read and share insight on her book “Mike The Friendly Firefighter” during a literacy event at the Jacksonville Public Library on Saturday.

African Americans are at higher risk for heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, asthma, and pneumonia.

The Jacksonville racial equity and justice non-profit 904Ward released the curriculum on Thursday.

The timing couldn’t be better for a new Black History Tour app in St. Augustine. The new innovative tool created by Visit St. Augustine launches during Black History Month.

A new app by Visit St. Augustine and Florida Historic Coast allows you to interactively immerse yourself in St. Augustine’s rich Black history that spans over 450 years.

Black History Month was celebrated in the nation's capital with dueling events on Tuesday highlighting the divide between Democrats’ and Republicans' approaches to courting Black voters in the 2024 presidential election.

Black History Month is a time to remember the struggles and achievements of African Americans. It’s also an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the diverse narratives that have played a pivotal role in history.

From the Revolutionary War to serving in the Middle East: Looking at the history of Black women in the military

President Biden and Kamala Harris are expected to give remarks at a reception to recognize Black History Month.

The Black officers were required to be under white supervisors and were not allowed to arrest whites, the center said.

In honor of Black History Month, Mygani is teaming up with Empowerment Resources Inc. (ERI) a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering children and their families to become strong and successful leaders. They are excited to host their 9th Curls and Convo event! Mygani's signature event was created to instill the value of self-confidence in women + girls of color regardless of their hair texture or skin complexion. Join them for a HISTORICAL convo about what makes natural hair + black culture magical!

For the first time, the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens will honor the life and legacy of Coretta Scott King along with her husband, Dr. Martin Luther King to celebrate MLK Day.

The finalists for the 2024 Jacksonville Image Awards have been selected, and the awards ceremony will be here before you know it! It's the fifth year for the event and this Jacksonville Image Awards helps celebrate Black History Month in February.

James Purcell Small was a coach in Jacksonville, and perhaps you’ve visited J.P. Small Memorial Park, the park named in his honor in the Durkeeville neighborhood. What you might not know is that Small, despite losing most of his vision, continued coaching and mentoring some of the most successful athletes for decades.

President Joe Biden will travel to Alabama on Sunday to mark the 58th anniversary of a landmark event of the civil rights movement.

President Joe Biden says “history matters, and Black history matters,” a forceful declaration that comes after the state of Florida blocked a new advanced course on African American studies from being taught in its high schools.

With the first weekend of the Winter Olympics coinciding with the first weekend of Black History Month, it’s a good time to look back at how both Olympic and Black history was made 20 years ago this month at the Winter Games.

Over the last two weekends, a special celebration honored the significance of the Kingsley Plantation’s Black history. The Kingsley Heritage Celebration started 25 years ago.

Throughout Black History Month, our friend Yolanda “Yollie” Copeland the founder and CEO of Explore JAX Core has been a great resource and guide to our past. Today Yollie walked us through the history of the Buffalo Soldier Regiments and the impact they had on our nation. These all-Black regiments, first established in 1866 by Congress after the Civil War, were primarily made up of veterans who had fought during the Civil War, the U.S. Colored Troops—as well as those formerly enslaved. Buffalo Soldiers were entrusted with important roles during the post-Civil War era—peacetime work as well as active combat to protect U.S. interests. While their duties originally supported government-sanctioned expansion across the United States, all-Black regiments later served in major military actions across the globe:

Daryl Davis — a jazz musician, activist and lecturer — travels the country meeting with members of the KKK and other white supremacist groups.

Not only was Johnson one of the greatest American athletes of all-time, but he also played a role in quelling a tragedy in U.S. history.

Black attorneys make up only 5% of the U.S. population, according to the American Bar Association. One Jacksonville law firm is working to change the narrative and inspire others to get into the legal field while also working to make a difference in their community.

During segregation, Black St. Johns County residents weren’t allowed on any beaches. Not until Frank Butler created one.

George Walker probably could’ve been doing many things in his early 70s that were way more relaxing.

News4JAX is celebrating Black History Month the whole month of February by showcasing local Black men and women making a difference in the community. Dr. Khalil Orsborn is one of the only Black orthodontists in Jacksonville.

Before social media and live streaming, journalism was captured with a pen and paper, and printed in the local newspaper.

Actress and singer Sheryl Lee Ralph helped kick off Super Bowl LVII on Sunday night with a song that is known by many as the “Black national anthem.”

For the first time in NFL history, two Black quarterbacks are playing in the Super Bowl. Here is why that matters.

Here is a look at podcasts to follow for Black History Month.

Whether you feel like you have a strong understanding of black history, or you're working to learn more, we've assembled 10 facts, or anecdotes, from history.com, to help you grow your knowledge base.

Leo and Shirley Grainger pushed to name school after Medal of Honor recipient Robert H. Jenkins Jr.

It all started with one week in 1926, when one organization chose the second week of February to promote the achievements by Black Americans and other people of African descent.

Harold Craw wanted the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp to connect with the area’s storied and diverse baseball tradition. What better way to do that than by connecting several local schools with Jacksonville’s past and making an event out of it.

In honor of Black History Month, Mygani LLC is teaming up with Empowerment Resources Inc. (ERI) a private 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering children and their families to become strong and successful leaders. We are excited to host our 8th Curls and Convo event!

Here are some ideas on how you can serve on Martin Luther King Jr. Day if you can’t make it to a live event.

To many, February is the month dedicated to celebrating Black Americans’ contributions to a country where they were once enslaved.

President Joe Biden says “it’s time for Americans to get back to work” and he's announcing new efforts to allow people to return to normal activities safely after two years of pandemic disruptions.

On the last day of Black History Month, Fishweir Elementary School grades 3-5 held a “Live Wax Museum” to celebrate those who made an impact on the world.

President Joe Biden welcomed Black leaders to the White House Monday for a jovial Black History Month celebration, where he used the moment to call on Congress to confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, and pass voting rights bills.

Celebrating Black Culture. One local middle school is working to reshape how students view their futures.