California entered the union in 1850 as a free state—yet black Californians are about to cash out big on reparations.

In the slaveholding South, ancient Egypt and its pharaohs became a way to justify slavery. For abolitionists and African Americans, biblical Egypt served as a symbol of bondage and liberation.

"Stand Your Ground" laws have gained renewed attention following the release of Netflix's new documentary "The Perfect ...

By Ken Bridges / Special to the Herald Democrat The Civil War era produced many interesting figures in Texas History. Among them was Samuel B. Maxey, a lawyer, Confederate general, and U. S. Senator.