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Sep 29, 2026 · 1:01
Roughly 7 million borrowers affected by the end of the SAVE plan are being told to choose new repayment options within 90 days. For some, monthly payments could rise sharply,…
Sep 29, 2026 · 1:02
President Donald Trump is meeting with some of the technology industry's biggest names as concerns grow over artificial intelligence. A new CNN poll finds 75% of Americans are…
Sep 29, 2026 · 1:02
Mighty Sparrow, born Slinger Francisco, has died at 91. The celebrated Trinidadian singer and songwriter became an international calypso icon known for his powerful voice, sharp…
Sep 28, 2026 · 1:01
The Trump administration is moving to cancel $810 million in funding already approved by Congress, including money for refugee services, minority-owned businesses and housing…
Sep 28, 2026 · 1:03
Angela Stribling, the pioneering BET personality and radio host known for "Pillow Talk," has died at 58. Her husband said she died at home after a two-year battle with brain…
Sep 28, 2026 · 1:02
The White House is airing three taxpayer-funded television ads featuring President Donald Trump, including one that closely mirrors a 2024 campaign spot. Lawmakers from both…
Sep 25, 2026 · 1:01
The Supreme Court has temporarily allowed the Trump administration to move forward with expanded voter citizenship checks through the federal SAVE system. The 6-3 order comes as…
Sep 25, 2026 · 1:02
Democrats now lead Republicans 52% to 43% among likely voters in NBC News' congressional polling average, their biggest advantage yet. President Donald Trump's approval in the…
Sep 25, 2026 · 1:04
Twelve years ago, "How to Get Away with Murder" debuted on ABC with Viola Davis in the groundbreaking role of Annalise Keating. The series ran for six seasons and helped make…
Sep 24, 2026 · 1:00
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds has removed several prominent references to President Donald Trump from his campaign website while maintaining Trump's endorsement. The changes come as a…
Sep 24, 2026 · 1:02
Morehouse College has opened a new multimedia center supported by Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand, giving students hands-on access to professional equipment and training in…
Sep 24, 2026 · 1:02
A federal judge temporarily blocked the White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico, ordering officials to restore press credentials while the outlets' lawsuit continues.…
Sep 23, 2026 · 1:01
President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to 32% in a Reuters/Ipsos poll and 33% in a CNN poll conducted by SSRS, with economic concerns and the Iran war weighing on…
Sep 23, 2026 · 1:02
The Justice Department is defending President Donald Trump's White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico ahead of a federal court hearing on the outlets' request for immediate…
Sep 23, 2026 · 1:02
On Sept. 23, 1955, an all-white jury in Mississippi acquitted Roy Bryant and J.W. Milam of murdering 14-year-old Emmett Till. Months later, the two men admitted to killing Till…
Sep 22, 2026 · 1:01
A Jackson County grand jury declined to indict anyone in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells. His family, attorney Ben Crump and the NAACP are calling for a renewed…
Sep 22, 2026 · 1:01
On Sept. 22, 1906, the Atlanta Race Massacre began as inflammatory and unverified reports helped incite white mobs to attack Black residents, businesses and neighborhoods.…
Sep 22, 2026 · 1:02
CNN, MS NOW and Politico are asking a federal judge to restore their reporters' White House access as a Wednesday hearing approaches. The legal fight comes as the White House…
Sep 21, 2026 · 1:01
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to respond to a lawsuit filed by CNN, MS NOW and Politico and set a hearing on the outlets' request to restore White House…
Sep 21, 2026 · 1:01
Leon Stapleton, Kansas City's first African American grocer, has died at 100. Stapleton founded Leon's Thriftway in 1968 and built the store into a longtime community institution…
Sep 21, 2026 · 1:02
On Oct. 5, 1872, James Henry Conyers made history as the first Black midshipman to enter the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. His time at the academy was marked by…
Sep 21, 2026 · 1:02
CNN, MS NOW and Politico are suing President Donald Trump and senior administration officials, asking a federal judge to restore their reporters' access to the White House. The…
Sep 18, 2026 · 1:01
President Donald Trump announced in a Truth Social post that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. The move comes amid a series of legal and regulatory…
Sep 18, 2026 · 1:02
Early voting has begun in Virginia, South Dakota and Minnesota, 46 days before Election Day. Illinois follows on Sept. 24 as voters begin casting ballots in a midterm election…
Sep 17, 2026 · 1:01
Rep. Joyce Beatty says President Donald Trump lashed out during a Kennedy Center board meeting after another court ruling blocked efforts to add his name to the building. The…
Sep 17, 2026 · 1:02
Rosalind Ashford, an original member of Martha and the Vandellas, has died at 83. The Detroit native helped shape the sound of Motown and sang on classics including "Dancing in…
Sep 17, 2026 · 1:02
Vice President JD Vance is urging voters to give Republicans more time in office ahead of the November midterms. His comments on the All-In Podcast drew a response from House…
Sep 16, 2026 · 1:01
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years, lifting its benchmark rate to a range of 3.75% to 4%. The move could make borrowing more…
Sep 16, 2026 · 1:02
On this day in 1925, Riley "B.B." King was born near Itta Bena, Mississippi. Known as the "King of the Blues," King became one of the most influential guitarists and performers…
Sep 16, 2026 · 1:02
The Congressional Black Caucus Institute has launched its "SO VOTE" campaign, with plans to spend at least $4.5 million during the midterm election cycle. The effort targets…
Sep 15, 2026 · 1:01
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation is opening its 55th Annual Legislative Conference in Washington as civil rights leaders, lawmakers and community advocates gather to…
Sep 15, 2026 · 1:02
The Supreme Court rejected the Trump administration's effort to enforce new Postal Service restrictions on mail ballots before the November midterms. The 7-2 decision leaves…
Sep 15, 2026 · 1:02
Bob Mackie, the legendary costume and fashion designer known for dressing Cher, Diana Ross, Tina Turner, RuPaul, Whitney Houston and other major stars, has died at 87. His work…
Sep 14, 2026 · 1:08
Bishop William J. Barber II and a coalition of faith leaders gathered in Raleigh, North Carolina, to oppose new restrictions on mail-in voting. Barber said the response should…
Sep 14, 2026 · 1:06
President Donald Trump dismissed warnings about the rapid pace of artificial intelligence development, saying the U.S. must maintain its lead in the technology. His remarks came…
Sep 14, 2026 · 1:10
James L. "Mr. V" Virgil, the Atlanta entrepreneur and nightlife pioneer behind the popular Black-owned club Mr. V's Figure 8, has died at 85. His impact extended beyond nightlife…
Sep 11, 2026 · 1:01
Rep. Ayanna Pressley and nearly 60 Democratic lawmakers are calling for federal investigations into a series of reported hanging deaths involving Black people across the country.…
Sep 11, 2026 · 1:02
Twenty-five years after the Sept. 11 attacks, America is pausing to remember the nearly 3,000 people killed that day and the thousands who have since died from 9/11-related…
Sep 11, 2026 · 1:02
On Sept. 11, 2001, hijacked planes struck the World Trade Center and Pentagon, while United Airlines Flight 93 crashed in Pennsylvania after passengers fought back. Twenty-five…
Sep 10, 2026 · 1:01
The NAACP is asking the Supreme Court to reject the Trump administration's emergency request to impose new mail-ballot requirements ahead of the November midterms. A federal…
Sep 10, 2026 · 1:02
President Donald Trump unveiled a new financial promise at the GOP's midterm convention in Dallas: a $5,000 "Trump Dividend" for every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain…
Sep 10, 2026 · 1:02
Born Sept. 10, 1968, Big Daddy Kane became one of the most influential rappers of hip-hop's golden age. From "Ain't No Half-Steppin'" and "Raw" to "Smooth Operator," the Brooklyn…
Sep 9, 2026 · 1:02
The RNC's first-ever midterm convention is underway in Dallas, with President Donald Trump headlining and several prominent Republicans scheduled to speak. But dozens of…
Sep 9, 2026 · 1:02
On Sept. 9, 1739, a group of enslaved Black people led by an enslaved man named Jemmy seized weapons and marched toward Spanish Florida in pursuit of freedom. The Stono Rebellion…
Sep 8, 2026 · 1:02
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch III has announced plans to retire by the end of 2026 after seven years leading the institution. His departure comes as the Smithsonian faces…
Sep 8, 2026 · 1:02
Canada's new retaliatory tariffs are now in effect on $27.6 billion in U.S. goods, including steel, aluminum, dairy, appliances and electronics. The escalating trade fight could…
Sep 8, 2026 · 1:02
"Moonlight" is returning to theaters Oct. 2 for its 10th anniversary in a newly remastered 4K version. Barry Jenkins' acclaimed film won Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor for…
Sep 8, 2026 · 1:04
Dorothy Dandridge made history as the first Black woman nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress and became one of Hollywood's most important trailblazers. More than six…
Sep 7, 2026 · 1:01
The NAACP has unveiled a national roadmap focused on helping Black families build and preserve generational wealth through areas including credit, savings, investing,…
Sep 7, 2026 · 1:02
This Labor Day, the Black unemployment rate stands at 6%, well above the rate for white workers. From A. Philip Randolph to today's union workforce, Black workers have helped…
Sep 4, 2026 · 1:01
The Missouri Supreme Court unanimously blocked the state's new Republican-drawn congressional map, ruling that voters must get a say before the new boundaries can take effect.…
Sep 4, 2026 · 1:02
On Sept. 4, 1981, Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter was born in Houston, Texas. Now 45, the global superstar has built a groundbreaking career spanning music, fashion, film,…
Sep 4, 2026 · 1:02
The Trump administration is proposing an IRS rule that could affect race-based scholarships, financial aid, admissions and other programs at private schools and colleges. Private…
Sep 3, 2026 · 1:01
The Trump administration is proposing to eliminate a federal requirement that gives communities notice and a chance to comment before some pollution permits are issued. Activists…
Sep 3, 2026 · 1:02
A federal court battle in Boston could affect how states send mail-in ballots for the November midterms. Voting rights groups are challenging a new Postal Service system ordered…
Sep 3, 2026 · 1:02
Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Cassandra Wilson has died at 70. The Jackson, Mississippi, native was celebrated for a career spanning jazz, blues, gospel and folk, and Jackson…
Sep 2, 2026 · 1:01
The NAACP has filed a Freedom of Information Act request seeking details about the Department of Justice's planned deployment of more than 1,000 personnel during the midterms.…
Sep 2, 2026 · 1:02
Tarrant County commissioners have approved a plan cutting 92 Election Day polling sites, reducing the total from 316 in 2022 to 224 this year. Civil rights groups warn the…
Sep 2, 2026 · 1:03
San Antonio Spurs veteran Harrison Barnes has invested $25 million of his own money to purchase Community State Bank in Paton, Iowa. The Iowa native studied finance at UNC and…
Sep 1, 2026 · 1:01
A federal whistleblower says USPS rushed development of a new ballot-processing system that could reject entire shipments if even one sampled barcode fails. The plan is…
Sep 1, 2026 · 1:02
Duane Keith Davis was found guilty of first-degree murder for orchestrating the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas. Davis, the only person charged in the case, faces life…
Sep 1, 2026 · 1:02
President Donald Trump is meeting with oil refining executives at the White House as gasoline prices climb above $4 a gallon and diesel averages more than $5.60. The…
Aug 31, 2026 · 1:01
President Donald Trump is calling for federal action against NBC's Kristen Welker after she said his Republican primary endorsements had "some mixed results." The dispute is…
Aug 31, 2026 · 1:02
A new U.S.-Venezuela oil agreement calls for development of 17 oil fields and could bring roughly $100 billion in investment, but the full contract has not been released and key…
Aug 31, 2026 · 1:02
Colin Kaepernick will receive the Muhammad Ali Center's Humanitarian of the Year award at a Nov. 7 ceremony in Louisville. The center cited his advocacy against racial injustice…
Aug 28, 2026 · 1:01
A Department of Homeland Security memo lays out a legal strategy that could place federalized National Guard troops under Title 10 authority and grant them immigration…
Aug 28, 2026 · 1:02
At least 12 colleges have scaled back Black, African or African American studies programs since President Donald Trump signed an executive order targeting diversity programs.…
Aug 28, 2026 · 1:02
Hakeem Jeffries is joining the Rev. Al Sharpton, Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King and other civil rights leaders at the Lincoln Memorial for the Defend the Vote March,…
Aug 28, 2026 · 1:01
The Africa Business Investment Summit brought together African leaders, investors, entrepreneurs and members of the diaspora with a focus on turning discussion into deals,…
Aug 27, 2026 · 1:00
The Trump administration and Federal Reserve have withdrawn support for 2022 guidance encouraging special purpose credit programs designed to expand access to mortgages and other…
Aug 27, 2026 · 1:02
On Aug. 27, 2008, Barack Obama made history at the Democratic National Convention in Denver, becoming the first Black presidential nominee of a major U.S. political party. He…
Aug 26, 2026 · 1:01
The March on Washington returns to the Lincoln Memorial with a renewed focus on voting rights, economic dignity and affordability. Organizers are calling on supporters to turn…
Aug 26, 2026 · 1:02
Dolly Parton's legacy stretched far beyond country music. From supporting Black Lives Matter and investing royalties from Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You" in a…
Aug 26, 2026 · 1:02
Dolly Parton, the country music legend behind "Jolene," "9 to 5" and "I Will Always Love You," has died at 80. Her career stretched across music, film and generations, from…
Aug 26, 2026 · 1:01
The Supreme Court has allowed key parts of President Donald Trump's election order to move forward while litigation continues in the lower courts. The 6-3 decision turned on…
Aug 25, 2026 · 1:02
The Legal Defense Fund is urging Congress to create an independent commission to examine suspicious Black deaths and questions surrounding local investigations. A separate report…
Aug 25, 2026 · 1:02
On Aug. 25, 2001, Aaliyah died in a plane crash in the Bahamas at just 22 years old. Twenty-five years later, the "Princess of R&B" remains an enduring influence on music,…
Aug 24, 2026 · 1:01
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced what the administration is calling Operation Economic Outcast, a new sanctions campaign targeting Iran-linked oil networks and sectors…
Aug 24, 2026 · 1:02
President Donald Trump has escalated the U.S.-Canada trade war, announcing that tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, automotive parts and steel will rise to 50% on Jan. 1, 2027.…
Aug 24, 2026 · 1:00
Actor Michael Wright, known for playing Eddie King Jr. in "The Five Heartbeats," has died at 70. Wright's career stretched from "The Wanderers" and "Streamers" to television…
Aug 21, 2026 · 1:01
SNAP participation has fallen by more than 5.5 million people compared with a year ago, dropping from 42.2 million recipients in May 2025 to 36.6 million in May 2026. Anti-hunger…
Aug 21, 2026 · 1:02
The first large U.S. deportation flight to Haiti since the end of temporary protected status arrived with more than 160 people. The flight landed in Cap-Haitien after officials…
Aug 21, 2026 · 1:02
Charles Walker Sr., Georgia's first Black Senate majority leader, has died at 78. The longtime Augusta lawmaker spent two decades in the Georgia General Assembly, helped shape…
Aug 20, 2026 · 1:01
The U.S. national debt has crossed $40 trillion, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the country will need stronger economic growth to overcome the challenge. Bessent…
Aug 20, 2026 · 1:02
Protect Our Care estimates that 8 million Americans have lost Medicaid, CHIP or Affordable Care Act coverage, while more than 1,100 health care providers have closed, cut…
Aug 19, 2026 · 1:14
A visiting judge removed Judge John Roach from Karmelo Anthony's post-trial proceedings after finding that Roach's conduct could cause a reasonable observer to question his…
Aug 19, 2026 · 1:12
Florida state Rep. Angie Nixon defeated Alex Vindman in a major Democratic U.S. Senate primary upset, winning nearly 56% of the vote despite being heavily outraised. Her victory…
Aug 19, 2026 · 1:08
Bishop Rainey Cheeks, a longtime D.C. pastor and HIV/AIDS activist, has died at 74. Cheeks founded Inner Light Ministries and Us Helping Us, People Into Living, helping build…
Aug 18, 2026 · 1:08
President Donald Trump cast his ballot by mail in Florida's Republican primary, marking the second time this year he has used mail voting in the state. His administration is…
Aug 18, 2026 · 1:00
The Justice Department is sending federal election monitors to polling sites in Miami-Dade County for Florida's primary, citing transparency, ballot security and compliance with…
Aug 17, 2026 · 1:00
The NAACP's Office of General Counsel has joined attorney Ben Crump's legal team seeking answers, accountability and transparency in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells. An…
Aug 17, 2026 · 1:00
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump's last-ditch request to reconsider the $5 million E. Jean Carroll case. The decision leaves intact the 2023 verdict finding…
Aug 17, 2026 · 1:00
The National Association of Black Journalists named five recipients of its 2026 "Thumbs Down" awards in Atlanta, including Stephen A. Smith, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, CBS, The…
Aug 14, 2026 · 1:03
President Donald Trump dismissed concerns from families of sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln as the carrier's extended Middle East deployment stretches into its ninth month.…
Aug 14, 2026 · 1:00
The July Consumer Price Index rose 0.1%, with prices up 3.4% over the past year. While inflation is slowing, families are still facing high costs for rent, groceries, utilities,…
Aug 13, 2026 · 1:01
White House construction projects are now expected to cost more than $900 million. The East Wing ballroom estimate has climbed to $600 million, while other projects include a new…
Aug 13, 2026 · 1:02
The Potter's House is helping students across the Dallas-Fort Worth area prepare for college through scholarships, tuition support and dorm room makeovers for foster youth.…
Aug 13, 2026 · 1:01
On this day in 1948, Kathleen Battle was born in Portsmouth, Ohio. The acclaimed soprano went on to perform at the Metropolitan Opera and Carnegie Hall, win five Grammy Awards…
Aug 13, 2026 · 1:02
A federal judge has blocked President Donald Trump's mail-voting order nationwide, expanding an earlier injunction that covered 23 states and Washington, D.C. A separate…
Aug 12, 2026 · 1:02
Karoline Leavitt is set to step down as White House press secretary at the end of August. President Donald Trump says she will remain involved in his political operation as a top…
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