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Blacks Are Disproportionately Affected by Natural Disasters

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:36:00 EDT

A new NAACP report says Blacks are less prepared.

Trayvon Martin's Photos, Text Messages Released as Evidence

Fri, 24 May 2013 15:45:00 EDT

Photos, texts depict guns and marijuana.

Why Hate Groups Continue to Exist in 2013

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:21:00 EDT

Anti-government groups represent the most violent threat.

Commentary: A Message for Graduates

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:03:00 EDT

Five tips for the class of 2013.

This Day in Black History: May 25, 1878

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:40:00 EDT

Bojangles Robinson gained fame dancing with Shirley Temple.

Commentary: Are the Obamas Speaking Hard Truths?

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:26:00 EDT

The first couple's commencement addresses draw ire.

This Day in Black History: May 24, 1918

Fri, 24 May 2013 11:14:00 EDT

Coleman A. Young was born in Alabama.

Documentary Covers Astonishing KKK Rally in Memphis

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:26:00 EDT

"Triple Hate" profiles the subjects behind a Memphis rally.

Photo of the Day: Obama Does Prom

Thu, 23 May 2013 17:28:00 EDT

A classmate reveals images of Obama on prom night.

American Money: Professional Networks

Thu, 23 May 2013 15:14:00 EDT

It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.

Commentary: Stop-and-Frisk Trial Exposed Some Central Flaws

Thu, 23 May 2013 12:13:00 EDT

Report finds that 90 percent of those stopped were innocent.

Defense Attorneys Release New Photos of Trayvon Martin

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:52:00 EDT

Zimmerman may use photos as evidence in murder trial.

African-Americans on Forbes Most Powerful Women List 2013

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:42:00 EDT

See where Michelle Obama, Oprah and others rank.

Stop and Frisk: 9 Out of 10 People Stopped in 2012 Innocent

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:09:00 EDT

NYCLU's new report shows high statistics.

Zimmerman Wants Trayvon's Pot Use Referenced

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:17:00 EDT

Defense claims the Florida teen was under the influence.

Advertising Basics for the Small Business Owner

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:00:00 EDT

Tips to remember before you start your business.

Chicago Board of Education Votes to Close 50 Schools

Wed, 22 May 2013 17:42:00 EDT

Protests fail to keep Board of Education from backing down.

Family of Killed Candidate in Mississippi Seeks Answers

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:41:00 EDT

Marco McMillian was running for mayor of Clarksdale.

Obama Heading West to Survey Oklahoma Tornado Damage

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:36:00 EDT

The president will meet with tornado victims.

This Day in Black History: May 23, 1975

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:01:00 EDT

Pioneer stand-up comedienne Jackie “Moms” Mabley died.