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Michael Jackson Episode Pulled After Backlash Over White Actor

After an uproar over the portrayal of Michael Jackson in a British TV production, Sky Arts announced it would not broadcast the episode featuring Joseph Fiennes as the late superstar.

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Cuban-Americans React to End of 'wet foot, dry foot' Policy

Laura Vianelo remembers the stories of young Cuban migrants who "threw themselves at the sea," only to die in a desperate attempt to set foot on American soil.

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The Impact Network Launches On Comcast Xfinity's Northeast And Western Regions!

The Impact Network, The only African American owned and operated Christian television network in the U.S., is available today on Comcast cable's Northeast and Western region which includes the following states, Northeast region: Maine, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, Washington DC, Delaware, Connecticut, Vermont, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire, Western region: Arizona, Washington, Oregon, California, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, New Mexico and Texas. The Impact network features programming on urban ministries and gospel lifestyle entertainment.

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What the Last 48 Hours Told Us About Trump's Next 4 Years

President-elect Donald Trump went nose-to-nose Wednesday with a press corps itching to cross-examine him after more than five months at arm's length, while his top nominees faced off with senators during a strategic crush of confirmation hearings.

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Paris Jackson 'incredibly offended' by Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson

Add Paris Jackson to the list of those who are not fans of Joseph Fiennes as Michael Jackson.

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Where Dylann Roof Killed, a Search for Answers

In the same room where Dylann Roof killed nine church members, the pastor stopped during Wednesday night's Bible study to tell a joke.

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5 Things for Thursday, January 12, 2017: Donald Trump, Dylann Roof, Obamacare

Good Thursday morning. The words of the day: Repeal and rebuke. Replace? Not so much. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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MD Anderson and nation’s Cancer Centers Jointly Endorse Updated HPV Vaccine Recommendations

Statement supports fewer vaccinations, urges action to increase national vaccination rates

As national vaccination rates for the human papillomavirus (HPV) remain low, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has again united with the 68 other National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer centers in issuing a joint statement endorsing the recently revised vaccination recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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10 Questions for Donald Trump's News Conference

President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday will hold his first news conference in more than five months.

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Dylann Roof: What Comes Next for Charleston Church Shooter

Dylann Roof will be formally sentenced Wednesday after jurors recommended the death penalty for killing nine people in a 2015 massacre at a historically black church in Charleston.

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Obama Offers Optimism -- And Warnings -- In Farewell Address

Popular but politically humbled, President Barack Obama said goodbye to the nation Tuesday night, declaring during his farewell address that he hasn't abandoned his vision of progressive change but warning that it now comes with a new set of caveats.

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5 Things for Wednesday, January 11, 2017: Barack Obama, Donald Trump, Dylann Roof

Before we totally turn all of our attention to the upcoming administration, let's take one long glance back at the outgoing one. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

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Cabinet Hearings: What to Watch This Week

President-elect Donald Trump's nominees for top Cabinet posts will be in the spotlight this week as the Senate holds a frenzy of confirmation hearings.

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Conway on Streep's Criticism: 'Is it always appropriate to talk politics?'

Kellyanne Conway brushed aside actress Meryl Streep's Golden Globes stage condemnation of President-elect Donald Trump, calling Hollywood a "myopic place" that wanted Trump to lose.

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Montel Williams: Obama Pledged to Support All Americans

As President Barack Obama prepares to finish his final days as the nation's commander in chief, social and political analysts around the world are offering thoughts on the outgoing leader's legacy.

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Fort Worth Police Suspend Officer in Controversial Arrest Video

A Fort Worth officer seen in a Facebook video arresting a woman who called police after a neighbor allegedly assaulted her young son has been suspended without pay for 10 days, authorities said Monday.

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Dylann Roof Trial: Closing Arguments to Follow Days of Chilling Testimony

Dylann Roof's federal trial is nearing its final chapter.

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Where Change Never Came: Obama's Hometown

Tears rolled down her face as Ursula Phoenix stood in Grant Park witnessing Barack Obama, a man from the South Side of Chicago, become the first black President of the United States in 2008.

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“Houston In Black And White” to air on Houston Public Media TV 8 Jan. 16, Martin Luther King Jr. Day

TV special to explore issues facing black and white communities in Houston

Houston Public Media is exploring the issues that face black and white communities in Houston during a 60-minute TV special, “Houston In Black And White,” that airs on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, Jan. 16 at 9 p.m. on TV 8. The show will explore who we are, how we arrived here and what we can do to move forward into a future of healing, equality and growth. Click here for a preview.

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Tanden: Clinton Will Never Run for Office Again

Hillary Clinton confidante Neera Tanden says she doesn't expect Clinton to run for New York mayor -- or anything else, ever again.