It's that time of the year again when the aroma of barbecues fills the air, fireworks light up the night sky, and patriotic fervor sweeps across the nation. As we approach the 4th of July, the Independence Day of the United States, there's no better way to celebrate...

The Memphis Urban League, an organization steadfastly dedicated to empowering communities and changing lives, is proud to highlight its distinctive program, "Save Our Sons" (SOS). SOS, a unique initiative specifically crafted for African-American males, ages 18 to 34,...

In the words of President Joe Biden, "I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2023 as Black Music Month." The Memphis...

Juneteenth is a significant day in American history that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. But more than just a historical event, it symbolizes the journey toward equality and the continuing struggle for social and racial justice. On June 19, 1865,...

Twenty years ago, the largest historic civil rights organization in the nation embraced a new leader, Marc H. Morial. Today, we commemorate the transformative journey of leadership and vision Morial brought to the National Urban League and, by extension, to the...

In a world of constant change, the resilience and adaptability of small businesses continue to inspire us. Today, we turn our spotlight to an initiative designed to uplift and support these local heroes: Comcast RISE. Comcast RISE, an acronym for Representation,...

As we approach Father's Day, it's essential to pause and recognize the immense role Black Fathers play in their families and communities. Their strength, resilience, and dedication deserve recognition, as they navigate through unique challenges while offering love,...

National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Allen v. Milligan: “Today's decision is a welcome affirmation of the nation’s obligation to protect our most sacred Constitutional...

The Memphis Urban League Statement This week, the citizens of the State of Tennessee witnessed political action that is in fact an assault on our democracy and has taken our state back decades by the removal of State Representatives advocating for gun safety. As an...

by JR Robinson from JustMyMemphisMeet the Smith Family, Bernal E Smith II built something lasting . . . They say that behind every great man is a strong and unique woman. Today we sit down with the women left behind on that tragic day that our city lost an icon. Spend...