Black History Month

Head Start program students dress up as Black History heroes

Students at the Hal Marston Orange County Head Start Program dressed up as Astronaut Mae Jemison, astronaut Maya Angelou, Michael Jordan and learned about other Black history heroes too.

WATCH: News 6 focus on Black History Month: Feb 28, 2023

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‘We’re real estate meets hip-hop:’ Music artist brings new vibe to home buying experience

Rodney Bailey says when you walk into La Rosa Realty Downtown Orlando, "we got Biggie playing, we got Mary J. Blige playing.

Want to get kids into STEM careers? Principal, scientist say get them reading

A 2017 study at the University of San Diego found “students who experience science through a balance of reading informational text and hands-on experiences show greater gains on measures of science understanding, science vocabulary and science writing.”

Interactive ‘Periodic Table of Black History’ teaches Orlando elementary students

Fifth grade students at East Lake Elementary have spent the last few weeks learning more about Black history and the many pioneers with lasting legacies.

Osceola High School dedicates monument to 1st Black graduate after end of segregation

Students, school officials and community members came together to recognize the life and legacy of the first African American student to graduate from Osceola High School in 1966.

Black funeral home in Cocoa celebrates 100 years in business

Rooted in the community for more than 100 years and making a dollar was not always easy for Stone Funeral Home in Cocoa.

Orlando author creates comic book superheroes he dreamed about as a kid

Orlando author Jaylen Christie's “Stink Bomb Man and The Brain Kids: Vol. 1″ will debut Feb. 28.

How Vonetta Flowers made history for Black Olympians worldwide

With the first weekend of the Winter Olympics coinciding with the first weekend of Black History Month, it’s a good time to look back at how both Olympic and Black history was made 20 years ago this month at the Winter Games.

Keep your money safe and watch it blossom with financial expert Karlon Johnson

This week on “Black Men Sundays,” host Corie Murray interviews Karlon Johnson.

Brevard County attorney writes children’s book about overcoming depression, sadness

Alton Edmond said the book draws on his own experiences as a young boy growing up in Florida.

Central Florida therapists see more Black people going to therapy — but it’s still not enough

In Central Florida and across the country, a lot of people are coming forward seeking mental health counseling but at least two therapists we spoke with say black men are still lagging behind when it comes to seeking mental health care and treatment.

Artist showcases local Black history through murals, paintings around Central Florida

Artist Delia Miller tells the story of local Black leaders through paintings and murals.

They established the NAACP in Brevard County. Now their legacy lives on in Central Florida

Harry T. and Harriette V. Moore were leaders in the civil rights movement and established the first NAACP in Brevard County.

How Merry Clayton turned ‘Gimme Shelter’ by the Rolling Stones from good to legendary

This happens to be a story of incredible personal sacrifice.

Orlando actress brings 1st international Black superstar, WWII spy to life on stage

Tymisha Harris is bringing Josephine Baker to life on the Renaissance Theatre Company stage this March.

‘It’s bigger than a show:’ Marlon Wayans performing in Orlando

Comedian Marlon Wayans is bringing his standup comedy to Orlando.

Central Floridian becomes 1st African American World Long Drive champion

The first Black World Long Drive champion is a Central Florida native.

Jones High School to hold 1st multiversary banquet

As one of the first Black schools in the nation, Jones High School hosted many prominent Black leaders.

Kitchen Savior’s owner learned love of cooking from his grandmother

Sevarrest Allen, the chef and owner of Kitchen Savior, started learning how to cook at the age of 8.

Central Florida Black-owned restaurant tours return for Black History Month

The goal of the Black-owned restaurant food tour is to celebrate local establishments during Black History Month.

How Rafer Johnson made Olympic history in more ways than one

Not only was Johnson one of the greatest American athletes of all-time, but he also played a role in quelling a tragedy in U.S. history.

Historic first for a historic town builds financial empowerment in underserved community

There are still many firsts happening in Black communities, even in the oldest Black incorporated municipality in the country, Eatonville, Florida.

In photos: The rise of Kamala Harris, our country’s first woman of color to serve as vice president

Vice President Kamala Harris has had quite the rise over the past decade or so: From San Francisco’s district attorney and California’s attorney general, to the Golden State’s senator and now our second in command, right behind President Joe Biden.

Orange County teacher receives support, backlash over controversial TikTok videos

The videos featured students in a variety of skits, including one satirizing alleged attempts at book bans by the state and another that features several students bowing down a trio of Black students for Black History Month.

A better life for our children’s children: Kwamane Harris inspires with empowerment

This week on “Black Men Sundays,” host Corie Murray interviews Kwamane Harris.

Florida Rights Restoration Coalition nominated for Nobel Peace Prize

The group that pushed for the restoration of felon voting rights in Florida has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Moon mountain named after NASA mathematician Melba Mouton

Ever heard of George Walker? Decades ago, he accomplished something no African-American had ever done

George Walker probably could’ve been doing many things in his early 70s that were way more relaxing.

Movers and shakers: Black-owned Orlando entertainment group closes 1st season with dance show

MAC Boys Entertainment, a company designed to fill the void of Black representation in the theatre world, is putting on “Mackossa,” a show which takes audiences through an evolution of dance in its many forms.

R&B legends Dru Hill, Silk and more set to perform in Orlando

Addition Financial Arena will host a night of “Love & Laughter,” featuring R&B legends Dru Hill, Silk, Sunshine Anderson and Changing Faces, at 6 p.m. Friday.

Black-owned Sanford nonprofit champions student athletes on and off the field

This Black History Month News 6 is highlighting a Sanford track coach who is using his own success to get results for student athletes.

Florida senator files new CROWN Act bill to fight hair discrimination

Florida lawmakers are looking into whether to ban discrimination based on hair texture, type or style with a bill filed in the state Senate this week.

Ask A Doctor: What are the health risk factors present in the Black community?

News 6 at Nine welcomed in Dr. Duron Lee, a physician with UCF Lake Nona Hospital, to discuss the health risk factors present in the Black community on "Ask A Doctor."

Winter Park historic tour provides look into African American roots

On this walk through history, each step augments preservation, legacy and awareness of Winter Park's historic African American West Side.

Entrepreneur makes history with license to sell Disney apparel

The CurlCap company made history last April as the first Black woman-owned apparel company to sell original authorized Disney merchandise.

Orlando Public Library hosting chef Kwame Onwuachi at ‘meet the author’ event

The Orange County Library System announced that they are hosting chef and author Kwame Onwuachi at a “Meet the Author” event at Orlando Public Library.

From struggling salesman to entrepreneur: Ron Story Jr, the success connoisseur

This week on “Black Men Sundays,” host Corie Murray interviews Ron Story Jr.

Riff On This: 16 bars takes Slim from rapping to writing songs for some big name artists

From age 11, Slim started writing rhymes for birthdays mimicking the patterns he heard from rap songs flowing out of the radio.

Pilot Bessie Coleman set to be honored with display at Orlando International Airport

The Orlando International Airport is set to honor pilot Bessie Coleman with a display in celebration of Black History Month, according to a release from the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority.

More than 30 years later, Whitney Houston’s stirring Super Bowl performance still resonates

The late Whitney Houston gave the world many great musical moments with all her talents, but arguably the biggest gift of all came during Super Bowl XV in Tampa.

‘Lincoln Park was here:’ Lake County group helps preserve history of school set to close

One Lake County advocacy group is helping to get results and preserve history after an elementary school is set to close but will be taking on a new life as an education center.