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It’s been almost a week since a gunman killed nine at the historic Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina. On Sunday, hours after the…
The massacre that took place Wednesday evening at a historic Black church in Charleston, South Carolina was reminiscent of what African-Americans went through during the Civil Rights…
The 2015 NBA Finals have been nothing short of exciting. Each game so far has come down to the nitty-gritty, leaving fans at the edge…
Everyone knows that having a tight band is an essential ingredient for a successful late night television show — just look at Jimmy Fallon and…
As family mourn the loss of Beau Biden, Vice President Joe Biden’s son, plans are being made for his funeral service. According to the White…
Taraji P. Henson, the leading lady of the hit series Empire, is being recognized for her work on the show. Last night, the 44-year-old received…
One of the leading sources for African-American news and commentary was recently sold to a major media company. Yesterday, it was announced that TheRoot.com was…
According to a new study, the suicide rate amongst African-American children has almost doubled within the last two decades. The research, which was published in…
It’s been almost a week since the Amtrak derailment tragedy took place in Philadelphia, and the railroad company has decided to restore service between New…
The speculation regarding where President Obama’s library would be constructed has officially come to an end. The Barack Obama Foundation announced yesterday morning that the presidential…
Although the Ebola virus is still prevalent in a few African countries, one of the places hit the hardest is on its way to being…
Many music artists are using their platform as an avenue to bring attention to social issues. New Jersey-bred songstress Lauryn Hill decided to cancel one…