Clinton & Sanders Tie In Iowa Democratic Caucuses
Despite the close call, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton claimed victory.
Google Doodle Kicks Off Black History Month Honoring Frederick Douglass
Not only does it signal the start of Black History Month, the illustration also is a celebration of Douglass’ birthday.
Black History Month Is Here And We’re Honoring It In A Special Way
We’re looking back, but more importantly, looking ahead.
Diversity Wins Big At Screen Actors Guild Awards
While accepting an award, Idris Elba told the crowd, “Welcome to diverse TV.”
Obama Wants More Girls And Kids Of Color To Learn Computer Science
The White House has a new plan to get students involved in the important subject.
Ky. Civil Rights Leader Georgia Davis Powers Dies
Powers fought to end racial segregation as a young woman before making history as a state legislator.
A Who’s Who of Who’s Black on the Campaign Trail
These are the nearly 50 African-American campaign staffers working the 2016 presidential race.
7 Things Coretta Scott King Should Be Remembered For
…Other than being the widow of Dr. King
Chicago Announces New Police Training For Dealing With Mentally Ill
The U.S. Justice Department is currently investigating the Chicago police’s use of deadly force, among other issues.
11-Year-Old Girl Launches #1000BlackGirlBooks: “I Was Sick Of Reading About White Boys & Dogs”
Marley Dias has launched #1000BlackGirlBooks to promote books with Black female leads.
State Gave Its Workers In Flint Clean Water As It Assured Residents Taps Were Safe
“While residents were being told to relax and not worry about the water, the Snyder administration was taking steps to limit exposure in its own...
These Teens Just Made It A Lot Easier For New Jersey Kids To Get Counseling
When one young man was let down by the system, he decided things had to change.
Barbie Gets Groundbreaking Makeover (Now She’s Curvy! Or Petite! Or Tall!)
Mattel announces new body types for the doll that are more reflective of real women’s bodies.
The Cop Who Killed Laquan McDonald Had Broken His Dashcam On Purpose, Report Says
Records show that damaging the audio function was widespread among Chicago police officers.
Ferguson, Mo., and Justice Department Reach Tentative Deal on Police Reform, Use of Force
The city and the Justice Department have reached a tentative agreement to overhaul training, policies and practices in the wake of a federal investigation uncovering...
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Infrastructure Failures, Like Flint, Are a Crisis for Black America
Flint, Mich.’s water crisis is a prime example of institutional neglect compounding a crumbling infrastructure.
Stay Informed: 6 Things You Need To Know About The Zika Virus
The virus travels through Aedes mosquitos, which are common in all nations in the Western Hemisphere with the exception of Canada and Chile.
Sundance History: Nate Parker’s “Birth Of A Nation” Sets Record With $17.5 Mil Fox Searchlight Sale
Paramount and Netflix, among others, dropped out of an overnight bidding war that ended with the historically large offer from Fox Searchlight.
Ammon Bundy Arrested, Follower Killed, During Confrontation With Law Enforcement In Oregon
Killed was Robert “LaVoy” Finicum, who had acted as spokesman for the militants.
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