Residents recall the late Rev. Jesse Jackson and his visits to Stark County, including Mount Union and KSU Stark campuses.

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Musician Henry Rollins turns 65 and actor Kelly Hu turns 58, among the famous birthdays for Feb. 13.

A lifelong pursuit of family history has unearthed the complex realities faced by enslaved ancestors. This week, hear the story of Thomas Hodges Sr., who was born into slavery in 1808, and his ...

Jackson State University marked a SportsCenter visit with celebrations, highlighting the significance for HBCUs nationwide.

GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — North Carolina A&T State University is mourning the loss of alumnus and civil rights champion Rev.

The longtime civil rights leader spoke at MSU's winter commencement in 1988 while campaigning for president.

Rev. Jesse Jackson was a giant when it came to civil rights. However, many in the Gate City are remembering him as a mentor ...

Jackson attended the Triad HBCU from 1960-1964, transferring from the University of Illinois, shortly after the A&T Four's ...

Jackson would go on to become an American civil and human rights icon; an influential politician and presidential candidate; ...

ESPN's "SportsCenter on Campus" will visit Jackson State for a live broadcast on Feb. 16. Here's what to know ...

Reverend Jesse Jackson's death on Tuesday has left many across the country reflecting on the legacy the civil rights leader ...