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Sanders Urges Dems to Challenge -- But Not Obstruct -- Trump
Bernie Sanders said Senate Democratic leaders discussed Monday whether the party would flatly oppose any nomination President-elect Donald Trump makes to the Supreme Court.
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.
Orlando Tragedy: Two Officers Remembered
One officer was a mother known for working with youth in the Orlando community. The other was a hulking former college football player known as "Big Norm."
Dylann Roof Trial: Closing Arguments to Follow Days of Chilling Testimony
Dylann Roof's federal trial is nearing its final chapter.
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.
5 Things for Tuesday, January 10, 2017: Orlando Manhunt, Jeff Sessions, Donald Trump
Tragedies in Orlando. Threats from North Korea. Transitions in DC. Here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
First Hispanic Bishop In U.S. Dies
Retired Archbishop Patrick F. Flores, 87, the first Mexican-American bishop in the United States, died of pneumonia and congestive heart failure Jan. 9 at Padua Place Residence for retired priests in San Antonio.
Twitter User Suspended for 'calling out bigotry'
Twitter's strategy toward online harassment is notoriously flawed -- and the latest reminder came on Monday.
FDA Confirms That St. Jude's Cardiac Devices Can Be Hacked
It's official: Hearts can be hacked. The FDA confirmed that St. Jude Medical's implantable cardiac devices have vulnerabilities that could allow a hacker to access a device. Once in, they could deplete the battery or administer incorrect pacing or shocks, the FDA said on Monday.
“Birth of a Movement”, PBS Documentary on William Monroe Trotter and his Protest of Original “The Birth of a Nation”, Premieres Feb. 6
Birth of a Movement, a documentary about African-American newspaper editor William Monroe Trotter‘s 1915 battle against America’s first blockbuster movie – D.W. Griffith‘s infamous The Birth of a Nation – will have its broadcast premiere Feb 6, 2017 on Independent Lens/PBS.
President Obama Pens 55-Page Article on Criminal Justice Reform in Harvard Law Review
President Barack Obama returned to his Harvard Law Review roots (he was the first black president of hundred-plus year old journal in his last year at the school) as he penned a 55-page-article on criminal justice reform, how his administration has moved the needle, and how far we have to go.
Rec Room Arts Presents the World Premiere of: Garbage Island
An Original Live Sketch Show for Children Ages 2-6
It’s a Saturday, 10:30 a.m., and the kids are already driving you nuts. Why not take them to an affordable, interactive sketch show created for the very purpose of entertaining your children? How about we offer you a cup of coffee too or, better yet, a mimosa! Parents and guardians: Rec Room is here to save your weekend...and maybe your life.
Al Rucker’s Dolce Lounge Brings Vivica’s Black Magic Dancer “Bolo” to Ignite Houston Area Women’s Fantasies
Everyone was rather hot and bothered (but in a good way) Wednesday night as Dolce Ultra Lounge and Bistro hosted the stars of Vivica A. Fox’s new show, “Vivica’s Black Magic,” for its premiere on Lifetime TV Network! The new docu-series focuses on Fox’s idea to create an exotic urban male revue that is fluent in selling fantasies all across the nation.
Joint Center Statement Commending Speaker Ryan and Senators Cortez Masto, Feinstein, Harris, Heinrich, and Tillis on Top Staff Diversity
Republican and Democratic leaders in Congress hired six top staff of color recently: House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) hired Jonathan Burks as chief of staff Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) hired Rey Benitez as communications director Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) hired Steve Haro as chief of staff Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA) hired Clint Odom as legislative director Senator Martin Heinrich (D-NM) hired Virgillio Barerra as legislative director Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) hired Courtney Temple as legislative director
‘Hidden Figures’ Tops ‘Rogue One,’ With $22.8M #1 Debut at Box Office
With the always present caveat that “rank doesn’t matter,” it turns out that Hidden Figures was the top movie of the weekend, not Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. As you probably know, the weekend box office that everyone reports on Sunday is comprised of estimates and when the rankings are close the order can sometimes shift when the final numbers drop. So yeah, Hidden Figures earned a terrific $22.8 million, about $1m more than estimated, which is a sign that the film is building on its buzz and word-of-mouth.
AKAs Takeover the Movies to Support Hidden Figures
It was wall-to-wall pink and green on Sunday, January 8, 2016, at the First Colony 24 theaters as the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. took over the theater. The ladies were in mass numbers to support the film Hidden Figures that tells the story of three extraordinary women – Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson - who made NASA history by helping with the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. All three women are members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
7 Tips Every Entrepreneur Should Know for a Successful Lift Off in 2017
It's 2017, and with a New Year brings a "New You." With that being said, successful entrepreneurship remains at the forefront in today's economy. Entrepreneurship is the fastest way to generate residual income and wealth; however, being your "own" man or woman can come with its own set of challenges and consequences.
Angela Bassett the "Reel" Deal as the American Black Film Institute Pays her Tribute as the People's Icon at their 2017 Oscar Week Gala!
Academy Award nominated actress, Angela Bassett, will be honored with the "Reel Icon" award by the American Black Film Institute, at their annual "New, Next, Now Legend" Oscar Week gala for her iconic roles and career achievement as one of cinemas all-time favorite actors, in a poll conducted by American Black Film Institute. The event will be held at the fabulous Prestons-over-Hollywood at the Hollywood Loews Hotel, on Friday, February 24, 2017 and once again brings together actors, producers, writer/directors and top executives, as they celebrate and highlight the years' accomplishments amid the backdrop of Hollywood's most glamorous weekend.
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.
Golden Globes 2017: 'La La Land' Breaks Record
"La La Land" swept Sunday's 74th Golden Globe Awards and set a record. The musical film -- starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling -- won all seven of the awards for which it received nominations including best motion picture - musical or comedy, best director, best screenplay, best score and acting awards for its stars.
