National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) Announces 2017 NULYP Honors Award Winners
National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) recognizes 10 outstanding young professionals who exemplify the National Urban League mission through their professional and personal contributions to community and service. This class of YP Honors recipients represent a diverse field of industries and backgrounds, but share the common value of excellence in service.
No Clear Path For Trump To Quell Uproar Over Comey
The fallout from his decision continues to shake Washington
GOP Health Care Working Group Runs Into A Few Early Obstacles
Hill observers had anticipated the Senate to move GOP health care plan to the left
It's tough math and although it is early in the process, so far the GOP's health care working group -- a collection of 13 GOP senators -- has already encountered some of the same hurdles that hindered the House's efforts, which struggled for weeks to collect enough votes to pass.
Yvette Miley Honored with NABJ's Lifetime Achievement Award
Yvette Miley Chosen as NABJ's 2017 Chuck Stone Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) has selected Yvette Miley as the recipient of its 2017 Chuck Stone Lifetime Achievement Award.
Chairman And CEO Sean Combs Promotes Long-Time Associate Dia Simms To President Of Combs Enterprises
imms will lead company in all verticals including fashion, spirits, media, and other brands
Sean "Diddy" Combs, Chairman and CEO of Combs Enterprises, one of the world's leading entertainment companies, today announced the promotion of Dia Simms to President of Combs Enterprises. In her new role, Simms will oversee business activities across the companies and investments built and cultivated by Mr. Combs. She will work directly with Mr. Combs to ensure that Combs Enterprises exceeds its financial and operational goals, as well as continuing to grow and expand globally and fulfill its broader strategic vision. Simms will also lead efforts across Combs Enterprises to identify and pursue strategic investments that expand the reach and influence that Mr. Combs has on entertainment, media, fashion, spirits, culture and other sectors. Under her new leadership, Combs Wines & Spirits will fold into Combs Enterprises as she oversees both ventures.
Congressman Al Green Calls for the Impeachment of President Trump
On Monday, May 15, 2017 Congressman Al Green (TX-9), released the following statement:
Gabourey Sidibe Says She Was Racially Profiled At A Chanel Store
The “Empire” actress says that she was nearly turned away at one of the high end designer's boutiques in Chicago.
Mary J. Blige Announces Strength of a Woman North American Tour
Tickets On-Sale Friday, May 19th; Citi Pre-Sale Begins Wednesday, May 17th; Pandora, Facebook and Live Nation Pre-Sale Available May 18th 13th Studio Album STRENGTH OF A WOMAN Tops Billboard R&B Album Chart Upon Release
Angela Bassett To Star In New FOX Series ‘911’
The Oscar-nominee joins "American Horror Story" creator Ryan Murphy for this upcoming 13-episode drama.
Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs To Step Down
Boone Isaacs was the first Black person to hold the position.
Kevin Hart And Wife Eniko Are Expecting
Kevin Hart has a lot to be happy about these days. The diminutive comedian has a thriving career and a beautiful wife. This Mother’s Day, he and wife Eniko announced yet another reason to be joyful – they’re expecting!
D.C. Does It Again: Miss District Of Columbia Is Miss USA
The District of Columbia has won back-to-back Miss USA titles.
SWAT Team kills Inmate Who Took Hostage at Illinois Hospital
A SWAT team killed a jail inmate who'd taken a woman hostage Saturday inside a suburban Chicago hospital, authorities said.
Caitlyn Jenner Distant From Kim Kardashian West
When Caitlyn Jenner first went public with her story of being a transgender woman, stepdaughter Kim Kardashian West was one of her biggest allies.
United Airlines Says Cockpit Access Information Made Public
United Airlines announced that its cockpit door access information may have been made public, but said it has other procedures in place to secure flight decks.
Donald Trump's Disastrously Bad Week in Washington
Donald Trump's week started with Sally Yates' damning testimony about Michael Flynn and ended with a series of wild tweets and an ever-changing story about exactly why he chose to fire FBI Director James Comey.
Rex Tillerson Responds to John McCain's Criticism
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson defended himself Sunday from criticism leveled at him by Sen. John McCain.
Baby On Board Badge Not Just for Cars in New York
The "Baby on Board" motto works for more than just car commuters. At least that's what the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority hopes as it launches an awareness campaign to encourage courtesy in subway cars.
$5,000 Offered for Info On Gunman After Rare White Wolf Dies
A $5,000 reward has been offered for information leading to the arrest of the gunman who mortally wounded a famous white wolf at Yellowstone National Park, the National Park Service announced.
Frozen Burritos Recalled Over Listeria Fears
A company in New Mexico is recalling about 253,000 pounds of frozen burritos in four states over fears of listeria contamination.
