George Zimmerman’s father Robert recently released an e-book rails against the “true racists,” African Americans.
As the world continues to pray for a speedy recovery for Nelson Mandela, his wife – Graca Machel – has expressed thanks to Africa and the World for “bringing us love, comfort and hope” at such a difficult time.
The Trayvon Martin case has remained in the nation’s conscious. Just about every news source is covering the trial and the nation is still dialoging about what should happen to the man who killed him. With the national attention this case has received, I can’t help but think back to Rekia Boyd and wonder why […]
Today, federal prosecutors urged for a 4 year sentence for Jackson Jr., and 18 months for Sandi Jackson. The couple were convicted of charges related to the inappropriate use of campaign funds on items like a Rolex, furs, and celebrity memorabilia.
11 year-old Janixia Soto is being called a hero after tossing her 3 year-old brother from the broken fire escape of her burning apartment building.
Chicago-area white supremacist Brian James Moudry has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for setting the home of an African American family on fire. Moudry splashed the house with gasoline and lit it ablaze while eight children and one adult were inside. Luckily, all were able to escape.
Paris Jackson – the daughter of the late Michael Jackson – was hospitalized yesterday after an apparent suicide attempt. Paris reportedly took 20 Motrin, wrote a suicide note, and then cut her wrist. Thankfully, she had second thoughts and cried out for help.
17 year-old Jordan Davis was killed outside of a gas station by 45 year-old Michael Dunn after an argument over loud music. While his family continues to seek justice, Jordan’s high school has awarded him an honorary diploma.
Basketball legends Grant Hill and Jason Kidd have both announced their retirement from the NBA.
11 year-old Tayloni Mazyck has been left paralyzed after being struck by a stray bullet. Surgery on Saturday saved her life, but doctors fear she may never walk again.
A biopic based on the life of famed playwright Lorraine Hansberry is in the works. Details are a bit scarce, a few interesting ones have emerged. Jaleel White has been cast as the legendary James Baldwin. And Awkward Black Girl creator Issa Rae is set to play Nina Simone.
Many are up in arms over the death of 25 year-old Cary Ball Jr. , an honor student who was shot 25 times by St. Louis police.
