The United Nations has launched a second International Decade for People of African Descent. This new decade — which officially began January 1, 2025, and will continue until December 31, 2034 — will ...
The Knicks’ back-to-back games at Madison Square this past Sunday and Monday are a microcosm of their season thus far.
Governor Kathy Hochul gave her fourth State of the State address to a packed crowd at the Egg in Albany. In her 2025 address, she focused on making the state safer and more affordable for families, ...
A report released by NYU reveals that the state parole board was significantly more likely to deny non-white people their release.
On a sidewalk near the Lorraine Motel, where Dr. King was assassinated on April 4, 1968, I met Jaqueline Smith, a long-term resident of the motel until she was forcibly evicted in 1988. For 36 years, ...
New year, new chance for New York City candidates to vie for power in the 2025 citywide elections, with the biggest, most controversial contender being the incumbent Mayor Eric Adams. He will be ...
Construction workers and general building laborers who make up LIUNA Local 79 planned to rally in front of the Empire State Building.
A century ago today, on Jan. 16, 1925, the Fordham Rams defeated Boston College, 46-16, in the first-ever game at Rose Hill Gymnasium.
We’ve been reporting the news of the day from a Black perspective since 1909 – bringing you the news that mainstream media just doesn’t. I’m honored to be Amsterdam News ‘ Publisher and my father, ...
The Brooklyn Nets have been transparent about simultaneously carrying out their short- and long-term plans, trying to stay competitive despite the losses piling up while also developing the young ...
Publisher Elinor “Elly” Tatum That is only possible with support from you our readers, our Amsterdam News family! Welcome to the family! The Broadway production of “ A Wonderful World: The Louis ...
The Oyate Group has thrived with the support of funds from foundations, donors, and members of the Major League Baseball Players Association.