The closing of the Richmond Free Press marks more than the end of a newspaper. It marks the quieting of a civic institution. Founded in 1992 by Raymond H. Boone Sr., the Richmond Free Press was created to provide independent, accountable journalism for Black Richmond. Boone brought deep professional grounding to that mission. Before launching […]
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Word In Black is a national media brand innovating on the legacy of the Black Press. As 'Black America's Digital Daily,' WIB builds on the historical role of the Black Press in informing, empowering, and mobilizing its audiences across journalism, research and events.
