U.S. President Donald Trump announced last week that he has appointed Alice Marie Johnson, a Tennessee woman whose ...

Appointed by President Donald Trump, Alice Marie Johnson said she will step down from her position as CEO of her Memphis-based nonprofit, Taking Action For Good, in her new role as 'pardon czar'.

Alice Johnson, who served time in an Aliceville prison, was named the nation's first 'Pardon Czar' by President Donald Trump.

Johnson, now 69, was facing life in prison without the possibility of parole for being a first-time nonviolent drug offender.

"This is my mission — to really give voice to the voiceless ... to help those who are unseen to be seen," said Alice Marie Johnson.

The origin of the month-long commemoration known as Black History Month goes back almost a century ago. For those who don't know the history, some may wonder why Black history is recognized in ...

Black History Month got its start in 1926 as Negro History Week. This year's theme celebrates the role of Black labor in building the nation through industry or community work. Feb. 1 marks the ...

Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation mark the start of Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the observance ...

Saturday marks the start of Black History Month, a time to honor Black people and the Black experience. And while Black History celebrations have been held for decades, some people may not realize ...

February is Black History Month. After originating in the United States, the celebration is now observed in several countries around the world, including the United Kingdom and Ireland ...

Observed during the month of February, Black History Month celebrates the achievements and contributions of Black people, history and culture. From civil rights heroes to athletes to inventors ...

No black history month or MLK celebration ... After MAGA Senator Says “Call Someone Who Cares” Why Trump Won’t Pardon Rudy Giuliani in $148 Million Case JD Vance Laughs, Claims People ...