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Five years after Trayvon Martin’s death, the fight for justice for young Black men continues.

Former President Barack Obama is getting his report card from an array of panelists for “Barack Obama Day” at Morehouse College. Playing off of President’s Day, a robust selection of speakers, panelists, and activists discuss Barack Obama and what his term means for Black people. Speakers include Vice President of news and men’s programming at Interactive One […]

It looks like Nick Cannon is making some major changes after his announced leave from America’s Got Talent. According to Page Six, Cannon has fired members of his long-time team, including his ID-PR publicist Alla Plotkin and his ICM Partners agent Chris Smith. Sources continue that Cannon has recently “got really into religion” and refers to himself […]

Black History Month, News

While hosting a reception for Black History Month on Thursday, President Barack Obama greeted the crowd with First Lady Michelle Obama by his side, and of course, he brought the jokes.

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Could peaceful protests like the Women's March held in Washington, D.C. become a crime?

A Baltimore teacher, who is White, said that Wells Fargo rejected her bank card designed with the words "Black Lives Matter" and an image of a raised fist. She added that a customer service rep said the company didn't want to be associated with any "antisocial and offensive" organizations.

National

During the event, actors, activists, and musicians will pay homage to Dr. King with recitations of his most revered speeches, as well as musical performances.

A cop claims to have received a doughnuts box with a 'Black Lives Matter' note. The police are investigating.

A BLM activist plans to open a youth training center in Chicago. Fundraising is underway.

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In the class, students explore how Black social movements have contributed to empowerment within the African-American community.