More than 80% of Black Americans said they are at least somewhat happy, according to a survey of more than 4,700 people released Thursday by the Pew Research Center.

This year, the Black History Month theme is “African Americans and the Arts,” which explores the key influence African American have had in the fields of music, film, fashion, visual and ...

Here's a look back at the history of Juneteenth, the holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, and how it's celebrated.

Bestselling author Dolen Perkins-Valdez has shared the cover of her latest book, 'Happy Land,' exclusively with PEOPLE. The new novel will hit shelves in April 2025.

In honor of the holiday, which is celebrated annually on June 19, there are community celebrations across Utah. Here are some ...

Black Americans founded a utopian society. It lives on in a new novel. Dolen Perkins-Valdez’s “Happy Land” took her to the mountains of North Carolina to investigate a long-gone commune.

To many Black people, Simpson embodied the American dream. Conversely, however, it was becoming clear that O.J. was not exactly keeping his roots in mind during his ascent.

We explore the diverse views and experiences of Black people in America with in-depth surveys and other research. Our work focuses on three themes: Black identity, the economic and social mobility of ...