Dec. 26 marks the beginning of Kwanzaa, and on this first day, we light the sole Black candle at the center of our kinara in honor of the principle Umoja, meaning Unity. Pledge: On this day, we pledge ...

Chicago celebrated the first day of Kwanzaa with events across the city to honor the holiday. Kwanzaa's purpose is all about celebrating peace and unity and community. Spirits were high at Malcolm X ...

Kwanzaa is a beloved African American cultural celebration that is observed annually between December 26 and January 1. The celebration draws from various African harvest festivals and blends elements ...

WXII 12 NEWS. TODAY IS THE FIRST DAY OF KWANZAA. IT IS A SEVEN DAY CELEBRATION OF AFRICAN AMERICAN AND PAN-AFRICAN CULTURE, COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL VALUES. CELEBRATION BEGAN IN 1966, AND IN THE PIEDMONT ...

The holiday season is winding down for some, but for others it's just beginning. Friday, December 26 marks the first day of Kwanza, there are seven in total. Each day represents one of the seven core ...

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Editor's note: This article was originally published in 2015. There are some in this community for whom today — Dec. 26 — is a holiday. (Note: That does not include the discount shoppers and ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Kwanzaa began Friday, marking the start of a weeklong cultural celebration centered on reflection, unity and renewal – principles Lowcountry educators say resonate deeply ...

Spirits were high at Malcolm X College on Friday as the community came together to mark the first day of Kwanzaa, starting a cultural celebration rooted on peace and unity. The sounds of Kwanzaa rang ...