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A Fascinating Discovery Exonerated a Michigan Barber After Nearly Four Decades of Wrongful Imprisonment
After spending nearly 40 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit, a Michigan man is finally free as new evidence prompted a judge to throw out his conviction on July 23.
Is Donald Trump Afraid To Face Kamala Harris In A Presidential Debate? Sure Looks Like it
Vice President Kamala Harris is proving to be harder to beat than former President Donald Trump imagined, and now this Black woman has Trump scared to come outside!
Black Stars’ Best Looks at Pre-Olympics Party in Paris
Paris has been preparing to host the 2024 Olympics for years and now the time has finally come for the City of Lights to show off for the world. With Black Olympians like LeBron James; Coco Gauff; Sha'Carri Richardson; A'ja Wilson; Noah Lyles; and Steph Curry ready to go for the gold, this will probably be one of the...Read more...
Remember ATL Housewive Phaedra Parks' Ex-Husband Apollo Nida? Well, He's in Trouble ...Again
Former The Real Housewives of Atlanta" star Phaedra Parks' ex-husband Apollo Nida was arrested for assault after his wife Sherien Almufti accused Nida of physically attacking her.Read more...
Michelle Obama Details Intentional Parenting Hacks She Used to Raise Malia and Sasha
Michelle Obama is an Ivy League-educated attorney, a tireless advocate for women and family issues and the country's first Black First Lady. But as she recently told Melinda French Gates, she sees one of her most important jobs is that of mom.
The Very Valid And Scary Reason Prince Harry Will Not Bring Meghan Markle Back To The UK
If it's one thing the Duke of Sussex will do, it's defend his woman! Amid ongoing legal battles between himself and the British tabloids, Prince Harry revealed the real reasons he is concerned for his wife's, Dutchess Meghan Markle's, safety.
Black Internet Reacts to White Women Showing Up and Showing Out For Kamala Harris on Historic Fundraising Call
Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign for president has already rallied a historic amount of American support and donations. Per usual, Black women set the bar high with Win With Black Women," followed by the Win With Black Men" movement. On July 25 white women, fired up about threats to their right to choose and...Read more...
WATCH: Praise Be! Barack And Michelle Obama Call Kamala Harris With Some Good News...Listen In
Nearly a week after President Joe Biden announced that he was dropping out of the upcoming presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the presumptive Democratic nominee, Barack and Michelle Obama have finally endorsed Harris as well. Their endorsement comes after public outcry from those waiting...Read more...
Black Twitter Reacts To A Major Black Marvel Character's Surprising Return in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
Spoiler Alert: If you haven't seen Deadpool & Wolverine," stop reading now!
The Most Unforgettable, Influential Black Olympic Moments
What makes the Olympics more than a sporting event is the stories. Yes, most athletes are there to win gold. But there are also a lot of competitors who just want to represent their country at its best. Crossing the finish line first or getting the highest score isn't necessarily the biggest win for many athletes....Read more...
Janet Jackson Recalls Working With Michael On ‘Scream’ In His NYC Apartment
As two of the most influential artists in music history, Michael and Janet Jackson have achieved unparalleled success. Alongside his brothers in The Jackson 5, Michael became famous at a very young age. Meanwhile, Janet broke into the mainstream with her iconic 1986 album Control."
Criticizing Kamala Harris’ Qualifications Leads Ignorant Talk Radio Caller to Reveal Crazy LeVar Burton Tattoo
Despite her impressive resume as District Attorney of San Francisco, Attorney General of California and a United States Senator representing California, a lot of unqualified white men are still questioning Vice President Kamala Harris' credentials.
Was Diddy Actually Involved In Tupac's Murder? Court Documents Shine a Brand New Light
Shocking new court documents reveal that Duane Davis, the man suspected of killing rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas in 1996, has implied that Sean Diddy" Combs was involved in the murder. Davis shared the allegations in an interview with Las Vegas Metropolitan Police.
Kerry Washington, Delroy Lindo Want to Normalize Conversations About Life After Incarceration in Unprisoned
In case you missed it, the beloved Onyx Collective series Unprisoned-starring Kerry Washington, Delroy Lindo, Faly Rakotohavana, Jordyn McIntosh and more-is back for its second season on Hulu.Read more...
Did Drake Shadow Ban ‘Not Like Us’ From Being Played in Houston? Here's What We Know
Although Not Like Us" is being played nonstop in cities across the world, it seems that Drake may be doing his best to make sure it's not listened to in one particular city that he frequents. Houston.Read more...
Not Your Grandmama's Slipcovers! 13 Stylish Ways to Fashion Your Couch and Sofa
If you have kids or pets, you already know what it's like to live in constant paranoia thinking one spill or scratch will ruin your furniture. Slipcovers are a great way to protect your couch and chairs from pet hair, crayon stains, or even an occasional spilled glass of wine (yes, grownups make messes too!).Read more...
WATCH: Internet and BET React to Unearthed Clip Of Amber Rose and Joseline Hernandez College Hill Fight
The infamous fight between Amber Rose and Joseline Hernandez has finally made hit the internet, by way of TMZ. The two appeared on the second season of College Hill: Celebrity Edition," getting into a huge brawl that never aired on BET out of respect for HBCUs."Read more...
Fox Business Guest Gets Off Unscathed for Disrespecting Kamala Harris With Vulgar ‘Hawk Tuah Girl’ Comparison
When Vice President Kamala Harris entered the 2024 presidential election, we knew it wouldn't take long for the racism and misogyny to come calling. One Fox Business guest couldn't wait to get his gross take out there.
A Georgia School District Was Dragged to Hell and Back For Banning African American Studies From Classrooms.
In one of the fastest reversals in Georgia's educational history, the state's Superintendent, Richard Woods, decided Wednesday (July 24) to walk back his original decision preventing state-wide funding for Advanced Placement African American Studies Programs (AP Af-Am).
What Joy Reid Meant When She Said Black Folks Will 'Look Real Weird' If They Don't Vote For Kamala Harris
MSNBC personality Joy Reid causedyet another online stir with her latest political commentary. On Tuesday, TheReidOut host stated on her TikTok account that Black people who don't vote for the presumptive Democratic nominee Kamala Harris in November will end up looking real weird."
WATCH: People All Over Heard Fox Commentator Call A Black Greek Sorority "Colored," But Fox Claims It's Fake News
Fox News political commentator Brian Kilmeade is defending himself against criticism for remarks he made about Vice President and presumptive Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris claiming folks didn't hear him right.
NY Judge In Trouble For Threatening To Shoot Black Boys. Don't Believe Us? Watch Footage
The latest Karen tantrum came from a New York State Supreme Court Justice, whose racist threats toward a group of Black teens cost her BIG time.
Is Madonna's Black Son David Banda Really Broke and Living On the Streets? Here's the Tea
Madonna's son David Banda is clearing the air after causing a slight stir on social media earlier this week when talking about his living situation. For context, 18-year-old Banda had a handful of his followers and friends concerned this past weekend when he alleged that he had no money to feed himself while living in...Read more...
5 Things You Didn't Know About Olympic Runner Gabby Thomas
GabrielleThomas, an Olympic sprinter born in Atlanta and raised in Northampton, Mass., captured the world's eyes after her performance in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. She's continuing to make strides as a star on and off the track while balancing her athletic career and her personal life.Read more...
A Black Man's Death in the Back of a Police Car Was Ruled a Homicide, So Why Haven't Any Arrests Been Made?
On June 27, 2022, officers were called to a convenience store in El Paso, Texas after it was reported a man exhibited signs of mental distress and appeared to be experiencing visual and auditory hallucinations," according to court documents obtained by ABC.
Sonya Massey’s Shooter Was on His Sixth Police Gig in Four Years...You Already Know Why
As if the investigation into Sonya Massey's shooting couldn't get anymore disturbing, the new information emerging about the deputy who shot her makes us wonder if he even deserved to be employed as a cop.
Backstabbed by Subordinates, Leaders in the Workplace, Black Female Bosses Worry Kamala Harris Will Experience Worse In the White House
Black women face the double-barrelled shots of sexism and racism in the workplace, especially when they're in charge. With their own mini armies of haters and backstabbers, some members of Team Kamala Harris worry how much worse it would be for her as president - the ultimate woman in charge.Read more...
Leslie Uggams Reacts To Jeffrey Wright's Crush, Her Role in 'Deadpool and Wolverine' And Playing Kizzy
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These Black Celebrities Speak Out on the Police Killing of '911 Caller' Sonya Massey
The nation has been in an uproar following the release of the body camera footage from the fatal shooting of 36-year-old Sonya Massey by ex-Sangamon County, Ill cop Sean Grayson - who's facing a murder charge in connection to the killing.
Oh No, He Didn't! Tennessee Politician Makes Move To Impeach Kamala Harris And You Won't Believe His Reasonings
Republicans are feeling the heat after President Joe Biden stepped aside and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency. Scratching at anything they can find to make Harris look bad, here comes Tenn. Rep. William Andy" Ogles trying to impeach her.
Barack Obama Has Yet To Endorse Kamala Harris. With Such High Stakes, 'What's Taking Him So Long?'
Prominent Democrats-including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Former President Bill Clinton and Former United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton-have given hearty endorsements for Vice President Kamala Harris' Democratic presidential nomination. However, there is one notable person missing from the fold:...Read more...
Stunning Supermodel Anok Yai's New Revelation About Her Childhood May Surprise You
As one of the cover stars of ELLE Magazine's Future of Fashion 2024 issue, supermodel Anok Yai is opening up like never before.Read more...
Florida Man Threatens to Kill Former Manager Over...How Much Money?!?
We're not to say what's too little of an amount of money over which to cause a ruckus. Though, it it worth wondering if this amount warranted a Florida employer being threatened at gunpoint by his previous employee, according to cops.
Black Greek Members Respond to Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity's Move to Ban Transgender People
Almost 100 years after its founding, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (Alpha), is proposing an amendment that many say sets a dangerous precedent for the country's first historically Black fraternity.Read more...
What We Know About Lee Daniels and Mo'Nique's Burying Of the Hatchet After All These Years
Though 2024 has been a whirlwind of chaos for many people, it seems things have finally calmed down between director Lee Daniels and Mo'Nique.Read more...
An Inside Look at Actor Hill Harper’s Historic Detroit Charles Fisher Mansion
The gorgeous, restored Charles Fisher Mansion in Detroit is a stunning work of art. According to MLive, in 2018, The Good Doctor" actor Hill Harper, who owns the home, brought in designers from six states to redesign 44 rooms in the historic home. In a mansion this size, it's tough ask to get everyone to find a...Read more...
Vanessa Williams Finally Speaks on Her Near Career-Ending Nude Photo Scandal After 40 Years
Vanessa Williams reflected on her 40-year career in the latest cover of PEOPLE Magazine, including the nude photo scandal that almost derailed it all as it was ramping up.Read more...
Tyler Perry Finally Responds to Y'alls Comments About His Films, And He Is Not Playing
Prolific filmmaker and billionaire mogul Tyler Perry is hearing all of y'alls comments about his films and his treatment of Black women as characters in his stories, and he is not playing around about his art.Read more...
GOP Rep. Tim Burchett Calls Vice President Kamala Harris Out Of Her Name
Another day, another dusty attempt from a conservative to question Vice President Kamala Harris' track record. This time, it was Rep. Tim Burchett, (R-Tenn.), who went on social media Monday to label Harris a DEI vice president."Read more...
WATCH: Gabrielle Union's Daughter Kaavia is Feeling Her First Silk Press
There's nothing like the feeling you get when you first step out of the hair salon. You know, that I know I'm cute, but you can tell me anyway, feeling that makes you want to run your fingers through your hair non-stop just to make sure you're not dreaming.
We Finally Know the Real Drama-Filled Reason For the Long Delay of Zendaya's 'Euphoria' Season 3
For fans of the hit HBO drama Euphoria," the wait for Season 3 has been endless. Season 2 of the Zendaya-led series aired its finale in February 2022. While there are outside factors to blame for the delay, it's also being reported that some of the confusion came directly from the top.
You'll Never Guess Which Black Stars Will Be Flag Bearers For Team USA at Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
On Friday, July 26, the 2024 Paris Olympics will officially begin.
Did Fani Willis' Team Intentionally Sabotage Their Own RICO Case Against Young Thug?
In a motion filed Tuesday, the lawyer for Deamonte Kendrick - a defendant in rapper Young Thug's gang and racketeering case - accused Fani Willis' team of Fulton County prosecutors of causing a mistrial on purpose to win a losing case. The trial has been going on for 19 months.
Charlamagne Tha God Takes Issue With Jake Tapper’s ‘Weird’ Kamala Harris Question
As Vice President Kamala Harris ramps up her presidential campaign, the media will turn to controversial and unexpected voices. For Black people, one of those voices is The Breakfast Club" host Charlamagne Tha God. While we can't question his influence and popularity, we don't always agree with his takes. However,...Read more...
Lil Rel Has Words For Haters Insisting Ozempic is Responsible For His Shocking Weight Loss
Actor and comedian Lil Rel Howery is hitting the road to promote his new film, Harold and the Purple Crayon," which hits theaters on Aug. 2. Although the film is based on a wildly popular children's book, it's Howery's new look that has social media buzzing.
A List of Black Hollywood Celebs Backing Donald Trump
As the shocking and unprecedented news of President Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 election and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to become to Democratic nominee continues to send shockwaves all over the nation, it hasn't shaken some of Black Hollywood's support for Donald Trump.
Karen Gets Dragged For Degrading Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee on Her Deathbed
Guess which one of Trump's minions is getting dragged this week? A white nationalist personality who was caught on social media putting all types of racist slander and expletives on Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, who recently passed from pancreatic cancer.
Why Does Simone Biles Have to Worry So Much About Her Olympics Hair?
Black female athletes often have more to worry about than just competing hard and winning. Their hair is a source of constant criticism. Even the great Simone Biles couldn't avoid this ridiculous stereotype during the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
Black Celebs Who Look Just as Good Today as They Did in the 90s
It's hard to believe that the 1990s were thirty years ago (especially if you lived through them!). But you can't deny that the decade gave us some amazing Black talent that we're still in love with today. Nia Long, Taye Diggs, Angela Bassett and Lenny Kravitz are just a few of the stars who are aging like fine wine...Read more...
You'll Never Guess How Much Money Vice President Kamala Harris Raised in Three Hours? Go Head..Try
If you need any proof that Vice President Kamala Harris has plenty of support for her bid for the White House, look no further than the record-breaking amount of money she's raised. In less than one week, donors have come out in full force to support the Vice President. Her campaign has raised over 100 million dollars Read more...
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