NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Henry would be as thrilled as I am to see his statue at the National Baseball Hall of Fame,” expressed Aaron’s widow Billye...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — AfricaTown is the home of some of the last survivors of the transatlantic slave trade and the birthplace of legendary New York Mets...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The museum will educate visitors by showcasing the life, legacy, and accomplishments of Jackie and Rachel Robinson, and not just their role in...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — In December 2022, baseball’s “Today’s Game Committee” will consider Bonds’ candidacy. That committee consists of 16 members from the National Baseball Hall of...
SACRAMENTO OBSERVER — From honored celebrities whose careers we’ve followed for decades to everyday folks who were largely unknown until they left this world, we said...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Gibson emerged as a raw, but immensely talented rookie who would not be denied stardom. He became a full-time starting pitcher in July...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Nathaniel Jones is a pioneer who has never failed to stand for the rights of people denied a chance to be a part...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Very sad day here in Baltimore with the passing of Frank Robinson, the greatest Oriole of all time in my estimation and a...
By Lee A. Daniels NNPA Columnist Hank Aaron, the major leaguer who 40 years ago broke Babe Ruth’s titanic home-run record, recently spoke the truth...
[USA Today] Just when we want to believe that times are changing and prejudice is waning, along comes a ferocious reminder like a Manny Pacquiao punch...
By Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. NNPA Columnist Major League Baseball’s home run king, Henry Louis “Hank” Aaron has just knocked another one out of the park. ...
CHARLES ODUM, AP Sports Writer ATLANTA (AP) — Hank Aaron is still the home run king to many. Even baseball commissioner Bud Selig has a difficult...
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves are planning to honor the 40th anniversary of Hank Aaron’s record 715th home run in a pregame ceremony before their...