Cristo Rey school in Seattle to open this fall, reflecting diversity and Jesuit ethos
A new institution on the campus of a closed diocesan school will aim to revitalize affordable Catholic education in the Pacific Northwest's largest city.
Dr. Norman Francis statue unveiled at Xavier University of Louisiana
The work honors the 47-year presidential tenure of Francis at XULA, the nation's Catholic HBCU. He retired in 2015 and spoke at the historic event.
Lyke House to mark 25th anniversary with concert and Black Catholic digital library launch
The historic Newman Center on the campus of the Atlanta University Center is celebrating its silver jubilee with a yearlong series of events.
Edgar 'Dooky' Chase III, New Orleans patriarch, dead at 74
Head of the Chase Family since 2019, the seasoned businessman and educator died on Wednesday, according to his family's foundation.
Greg Lambert to become first African-American Catholic priest in Iowa
The 29-year-old Florida native is set to make history for the Archdiocese of Dubuque in May, when he is ordained by Archbishop Thomas Zinkula.
NorCal nurse supports widowed friend with unique hair fundraiser
A Nigerian-American nurse seeks to build a home for a widowed childhood teacher with funds raised in part by a unique personal sacrifice.
Docudrama 'Incorruptible' will chronicle Black Benedictine nun and foundress
Royce Hood heads up a new project on a story of perseverance, uncommon Catholic faith, and possible sainthood.
XULA student arrested in fatal Mardi Gras hit-and-run involving Grammy-winning musician
Jeremy E. Lindsey, 21, was booked for vehicular homicide and hit-and-run driving Tuesday morning after allegedly striking Kerry "Fatman" Hunter.
Interview: Dr. Ansel Augustine, new USCCB leader for African Americans
The former youth minister and diocesan official will help guide the U.S. bishops' ministry to African Americans, succeeding longtime head Donna Grimes.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin hospitalized again, weeks after secret cancer diagnosis
The 70-year-old Catholic retired general was diagnosed with cancer in December—a matter he kept secret until the onset of an infection days later.
Kobe Bryant statue unveiled at Lakers arena
The 19-foot bronze sculpture of the Hall of Famer and 18-time All-Star joins those of other Laker legends outside Crypto.com Arena.
Sacred Heart, Joliet Diocese's sole Black Catholic parish, slated for closure
Bishop Ronald Hicks and the diocese have denied reports that a newly finalized restructuring plan is related to recent clergy sex abuse settlements.
Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. led Black Catholics at 2024 Grammys
Several nods led to just one win across all categories, with a characteristically full slate of nominations for co-religionists from Louisiana.
Calumet College votes to authorize charter for Thea Bowman Academy
The embattled K-12 institution, named for a Black nun and located on the property of a former cathedral school, had been the subject of closure rumors.
Where to find a Catholic Black History Month event (2024 edition)
A listing of Black History Month events from parishes, schools, and national organizations around the country.
St. Augustine Catholic School in Washington honored with street renaming
The historic school, the oldest surviving educational institution for Black children in Washington, was approved for the civic honor in 2023.