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It's no secret that comic books have become the new proof of concept medium of choice for superhero live-action films and TV shows. But until recently, many Black indie comic creators were left out of those pitch meetings. Following the success of Black Panther in 2018, though, producers began actively looking for graphic novels with Black protagonists and diverse characters as source material for live-action adaptation.

What if the Tuskegee Airmen were a group of teenagers in the 2090s? Or only Black people could get superpowers? Explore more in this list of indie SFF comics by Black creatives.

Good Day Atlanta viewer information for February 22, 2022

Naomi star Kaci Walfall spoke to POPSUGAR about leading her own DC series, working with Ava DuVernay, how the show normalizes representation, and more.

Luke Cage starred as a Black superhero on the front of his own comic book in 1972, making him unique among legendary Black superheroes.

Thank FOC Its Friday -  Planned to coincide and cover the demands of Final Order Cut Off at Diamond Comic Distributors on Monday. And now Lunar

DC announced today that throughout the month of February, DC and Warner Bros. Consumer Products will launch a new collection of comics, books, and merchandise celebrating the contributions of Black comic book creators, artists, and characters. According to a statement from DC, the company will [...]

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Meet Naomi, DC Comics’ newest breakout star, who has not only joined the Justice League, but has her own TV show too.

Local community group Alliance San Diego hosted its annual All People's Celebration honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and KPBS spoke to keynote speaker Rebecca Cokley about issues impacting the disabled community. Next, Voice of San Diego reporter Maya Srikrishnan discusses who was left out of the recent 2020 census data despite San Diego’s growing diversity. Later, UCSF physician Dr. Lindsay Ryan on assistance for those with damaged immune systems amidst the pandemic. Later, visit...