Obama to pick Merrick Garland for Supreme Court: Reports
President Barack Obama is expected to nominate Merrick Garland for the Supreme Court, according to multiple reports.
White House Search For Supreme Court Nominee Narrowed To Three
The nation could know as early as this week who President Obama nominates for Supreme Court justice.
Innovation center for black and Latina founders opens this summer in Atlanta
digitalundivided, an organization geared toward advancing equity in tech, is opening an innovation center for black and Latina female founders in tech this summer.
New Doubts About Official Version Of Sandra Bland’s Death
Discrepancies in the records “could be criminal in nature,” an official said.
President Obama Down to 3 Finalists for Supreme Court: Report
The three picks—all men—are Asian American, African American and Caucasian.
9-Year-Old Brooklyn Girl Youngest to Ever Publish Chapter Book
The Day Mohan Found His Confidence was inspired by Anaya Lee Willabus’ trip to Guyana two years ago.
Donald Trump Cancels Chicago Rally Due to Protests, Black Twitter Is Thrilled
The businessman says that the economy—and “59 percent African-American youth unemployment”—is to blame for the clashes, but many say Trump himself is the cause.
‘Non-Lethal’ Weapons Police Use To Suppress Protest Are Killing People
An international report found that crowd-control weapons are unsafe, unregulated and used indiscriminately.
TV One, CNN To Host Ohio Democratic Presidential Town Hall
NewsOne Now’s Roland Martin and CNN’s Jake Tapper will host the presidential town hall ahead of the Ohio primary.
“We Buried The Hatchet,” Carson Says Of Trump Endorsement
Trump hinted that if nominated, Carson would have a spot in his administration, possibly overseeing education.
Meet 15 Black Tech Innovators Who Are Bringing Diversity to South by Southwest
These digital entrepreneurs are adding their voices to the conversation about diversity in tech at the annual conference in Austin, Texas.
Malia and Sasha Obama Attend Their 1st State Dinner; President Says ‘They Grow Up Too Fast’
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who, as the son of a former prime minister, knows what it’s like growing up in the spotlight, commended Malia...
2 Former Los Angeles Gang Rivals Created a Catering Business
Trap Kitchen LA is the brainchild of former Bloods and Crips members.
What Happened When 2 Black Reporters Attended The Biggest Conservative Conference In The U.S.
A lot of staring, for one thing.
Somali Who Overcame Horrors To Fight For Refugees Named Woman Of The Year
“If I don’t speak out, nobody will.”
Attorney General Loretta Lynch Bows Out Of Running For Supreme Court Vacancy
She indicated that a nomination would be a distraction from her current role.
Sanders Upsets Clinton In Michigan Primary; Clinton Sweeps Mississippi
Bernie Sanders was able to defeat Clinton with a stunning ground game in the critical state.
The Other N-Word: To Germans, There’s Something Familiar About Donald Trump
The GOP front-runner is making 2016 look like 1933 to some concerned political watchers in Germany.
Finally, A CEO Is Taking On The Racial Pay Gap
More companies should follow Intel’s lead.
We Cannot Build a Stronger Africa Without Stronger Women’s Rights
The United Nations has changed the way it speaks about International Women’s Day this year, supporting a cause I have believed for a very long...
Bernie Sanders, Hillary Clinton Fail To Answer Simple Lead Pipe Question
Lead is a deadly neurotoxin that can cause permanent brain damage in infants, even at low levels of exposure.
High School Janitor Slays Sam Cooke Classic At Orchestra Recital
It’s been a long, a long time comin’.
5 Black Americans Who Show Why Democrats Shouldn’t Take The Minority Vote For Granted
Religious faith, Abe Lincoln and business struggles are some of the things that drew them to the GOP.
Nancy Reagan Dead at 94
The former first lady, whom President Ronald Reagan used to refer to as “mommy,” has died of heart failure.