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Class-Action Suit Challenges California’s Race-Based Prison Segregation Policy
The California prison system is under fire for their race-based system of segregation. Prison officials say the system is necessary to deal with race-based violence; opponents argue there’s no excuse for racial segregation of ANY kind.
Central Park Five Documentary Airs Tonight on PBS
Ken Burn’s new documentary Central Park Five premieres tonight on PBS. The film recounts the “Central Park Jogger” case, in which five black and Hispanic young men were wrongly convicted of raping a white woman in New York’s Central Park.
VIDEO: HBCU Grad Undertakes Hollywood and VH-1 Takes a LOST!
Interviewed by Rashad J. Smith VH-1’s Master of the Mixes judges believed that by letting go an irreplaceable component to the show, they are that much closer to choosing their Master of the Mix. I believe that they have clearly made a mistake! Previously referred to as the “Diddy of DJ’s” … HOLLYWOOD’S CHAMPION OF NEW […]
Chief Keef Under Fire for Lyrics Threatening Woman For Not Performing Sex Act on Him
Chief Keef is under fire for a new song in which he threatens to murder a women for not performing a sex act on him: “You ain’t gonna let me f— you, and I feel you / But you gone suck my d— or I’ll kill you”
Brittney Griner No. 1 Pick by Phoenix Mercury in WNBA Draft
Brittney Griner was the No. 1 WNBA draft pick last night; she’ll be rocking a Phoenix Mercury jersey next season. Griner is the second all-time scorer and the top shot blocker in Women’s NCAA history, and has a record 18 dunks. Truly a phenom.
Do Churches Have a Responsibility to Promote Healthy Living to Their Congregations?
A recent survey of African American church goers in North Carolina finds that a majority of the respondents believe that churches have a responsibility to promote healthy living to their congregations. Do you agree?
BREAKING: Explosions at Boston Marathon Finish Line; Dozens Injured
Two large explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon have resulted in dozens of injuries. This is a developing story. Check back for updates… UPDATE: Watch a live feed of CBS coverage of the situation in Boston below UPDATE 4:02 PM: The Boston Globe says 64 people are wounded; still 2 […]
New Documentary Explores Obama’s “Complicated” Relationship with Black Community
A new documentary – “A Complicated Affair” – explores President Obama’s complex relationship with the black community, examining the widespread support and criticism he’s received from African Americans
Louisiana City Set to Ban Saggy Pants
A city in Louisiana is set to ban saggy pants. An ordinance has been passed in The Terrebonne Parish Council and is expected to be signed by the Parish President. Is a ban on saggy pants necessary? Is it just another way to criminalize black youth?
Police Sgt. Fired For Bringing Trayvon Martin Targets to Gun Range
A Florida police officer has been fired after bringing Trayvon Martin targets to a gun range.
BYP’s Dennis Johnson on MHP Show: “Violence will never cease until we find a way to make money out of peace.”
the Black Youth Project’s own Dennis Johnson appeared on MSNBC’s The Melissa Harris Perry show to discuss the crisis of gun violence in Chicago. Dennis made a fascinating assertion: “Violence will never cease until we find a way to make money out of peace.”
Rick Ross Apologizes AGAIN: Rape Lyrics are “one of my biggest mistakes and regrets.”
In the wake of his lost endorsement deal with Reebok, Rick Ross has released another apology, calling his rape lyrics “one of my biggest mistakes and regrets.”