One of the world’s leading scientists on planetary science is an African American who appears regularly on national television helping people to understand the advances in interplanetary explorations. The GOOD News is Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson is being highlighted during Black History Month because of his authoritative contributions to research and public education on global climate matters and the latest advances in scientific research

Lana Michele Moorer, better known by her stage name MC Lyte, is an American rapper, television producer, and outstanding philanthropist. The GOOD News is that today at age of 54, MC Lyte continues to contribute to the positive and transformative content of intergenerational hip-hop music and culture.

Black American history is being made on earth and in the advances of American space exploration. The GOOD News is Dr. Mae Jemison outstanding contributions to science in America and throughout the world are noteworthy during the observance of Black History Month.

Across the nation today there is a renewed interest in encouraging the next generation of Science, Technology. Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) scholars. The GOOD News is during this Black History Month, we acknowledge the legendary Black American mathematician and aerospace technologist, Catherine Johnson.

When we affirm that Black History is American History, it is more than a rhetorical utterance. The GOOD News is in the field of science in America, the name Dr. George Washington Carver stands out with admiration and respect for his scientific contributions to America.

The GOOD News is today the name of Tyler Perry has become synonymous with high achievement and global excellence in the fields of movie production and the theatrical arts. Perry was born on September 13, 1969. He is an American actor, filmmaker, and playwright.

Voters in the state of both Maryland and Delaware have made history. The GOOD News is both states have elected Black women to serve in the U.S. Senate.

The entertainment industry has produced numerous legends and stars. The GOOD News is the memory, impact and legacy of the phenomenal Qunicy Jones will live on for generations to come.

Toni Braxton, a native Severn, Maryland, is today one of the most impactful and successful Grammy Award-Winning recording industry stars.

The congressional and minority business ownership legacy of The Honorable Parren J. Mitchell lives on vibrantly in Baltimore, across the state of Maryland and throughout the nation.