Is it time for Beto O’Rourke to go home?
“So Beto, if you’re listening: Come home. Drop out of the race for president and come back to Texas to…
Man threatens to kill a child if he can’t use a police officer’s phone, leading to a car chase: Police
A man driving through Memphis at 3 a.m. pulled over to ask a police officer to borrow his phone —…
Trump is impeaching himself (Opinion)
It turns out Speaker Nancy Pelosi might have been onto something when she talked about Trump being “almost self-impeaching” several…
CBS and Viacom announce deal to reunite
The newly combined ViacomCBS will invest in more movies and TV shows and try to sell more advertising as it…
What Anthony Scaramucci gets dead wrong in his turn against Donald Trump
In a variety of interviews and tweets — including on Monday morning on CNN — the former White House communications…
Opponents warn a Tennessee abortion ban will cost taxpayers
Tennessee lawmakers were warned Tuesday that, should the GOP-controlled Legislature choose to pass one of the strictest abortion bans in…
This might be President Trump's favorite diss
Bet you can’t name everyone that President Donald Trump is “not a fan” of. CNN’s Jeanne Moos reports on a…
Portland, Oregon, braces for far-right rally, counterprotest
Portland police are mobilizing to prevent clashes between out-of-state far-right groups planning a rally here and the homegrown anti-fascists who…
Donald Trump gets sick of everyone, except for Donald Trump
“For the last 3 years I have fully supported this President,” tweeted the former White House communications director about his…
26 shot in 32 seconds: New details, videos released in Dayton mass shooting
New surveillance videos of the suspected gunman’s movements ahead of the Dayton, Ohio, mass shooting were released by authorities on…
Schumer to request Trump redirect wall funding to address gun violence and white supremacy extremism
The Trump administration is unlikely to be receptive to the request, especially given that the border wall is a key…
Russia says radiation spiked 4-16 times above background levels after suspected missile explosion
The radiation spike that followed the apparent explosion of a nuclear-powered missile engine in Russia — an event that left…
‘Central casting’: Trump is talking more than ever about men’s looks
When Trump visited replacement border fencing in California in April, he waved local sheriffs up to the assembled cameras. “That’s…
Friend who provided Dayton shooter with 100-round magazine and body armor faces federal charges
Hours after the August 4 attack, agents with the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Firearms, Tobacco and Explosives visited…
Attorney General Barr orders New York jail shakeup after Jeffrey Epstein’s death
U.S. Attorney General William Barr has ordered immediate changes in leadership at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) in New York…
New video shows police engaging Dayton shooter
Police in Dayton, Ohio, have released new video showing officers engaging with the gunman who opened fire in a crowded…
Riot police storm Hong Kong airport as protesters force second day of flight cancellations
Riot police stormed the Hong Kong International Airport on Tuesday as protests by thousands of anti-government demonstrators forced flights to…
First African-American federal judge in San Antonio takes bench | San Antonio Express-News
AVENTURA,The Western District of Texas welcomed its newest judge Friday to a San Antonio seat that has been vacant for…
Denver’s City Council, Led by Democratic Socialist, Stuns For-Profit Prison Operators by Nuking Contracts | The Intercept
TWO FOR-PROFIT prison companies have lost major contracts in Denver over their work in immigrant detention, as backlash to President…
An Ex-Convict Got a Construction Job, but Not Everyone Was Happy | The New York Times
After his second stint in prison — two years on possession of drugs with intent to sell — Andre Chesson…
Artists Demand Removal of Work from Aichi Trienniale Following Censorship Controversy -ARTnews
Toyota City, a venue of the 2019 Aichi Triennale. COURTESY AICHI TRIENNALE In an open letter sent to ARTnews on…
Morning Links from August 13, 2019 -ARTnews
Tate Modern. SHUTTERSTOCK To receive Morning Links in your inbox every weekday, sign up for our Breakfast with ARTnews newsletter.…
Eyeing Art-Technology Commissions, Pace Gallery Launches PaceX Initiative—Christy MacLear Named CEO -ARTnews
Christy MacLear. COURTESY MUNICIPAL ART SOCIETY Tech companies and entrepreneurs have plowed billions in recent years into experimental ventures. Google…
Black Film Critics group honors outstanding works in television
Niecy Nash speaks at the 1st annual AAFCA TV Honors at California Yacht Club on August 11, 2019 in Marina…
Heather Rae Young says she turned down Tarek El Moussa when he first asked her out: ‘He respected that’
Heather Rae Young revealed that she initially turned down a date with “Flip or Flop” star Tarek El Moussa, but…
5 Reasons Megan thee Stallion is the kind of friend all of us need
Megan Thee Stallion speaks onstage during Beautycon Festival Los Angeles 2019 at Los Angeles Convention Center on August 11, 2019…
‘Chrisley Knows Best’ star Todd Chrisley, wife Julie indicted on tax evasion and fraud charges
“Chrisley Knows Best” stars Todd and Julie Chrisley have been indicted on federal fraud and tax evasion charges, U.S. Attorney’s…
Illinois High school responds after graduates are caught on video screaming ugly racist language
Fotolia This week, an Illinois high school has come forward to publicly condemn two of its graduates who were caught…
Brody Jenner’s friend thinks Miley Cyrus, Kaitlynn Carter romance is a ruse
Not everyone is buying Miley Cyrus‘ rebound from Liam Hemsworth. Brandon Thomas Lee, son of Pamela Anderson and rocker Tommy…
Neighborhood fight in Michigan ends in Black man being mauled by dog
Pixabay Police in a suburban Detroit community are investigating allegations that a mob of white men sicced their dog on…
Dog the Bounty Hunter’s daughter denies father is dating after mother’s recent death
Duane “Dog the Bounty Hunter” Chapman’s daughter, Bonnie Chapman, is coming to his defense. Rumors circulated that Dog, 66, was…
Missouri ranked #1 state in the U.S. for Black homicide victims, yet again
A man protects a boy as police move in and spray mace for a mass arrest downtown during a protest…
Jay-Z and the NFL teaming up on entertainment events and social activism
The NFL and Jay-Z’s entertainment and sports representation company are teaming up for events and social activism. The league not…
CNN panelists April Ryan and Angela Rye dance their way into making #SquadCNN a trending topic
Check out CNN political panelists April Ryan and Angela Rye do a dance off mocking fellow panelists Andrew Gillum and…
Kelly Ripa admits daughter altered prom dress without parents’ approval
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos‘ 17-year-old daughter, Lola Consuelos, likes to take fashion risks. Before graduating high school this past…
ESPN & ABC’s Blockbuster 2019-20 NBA Regular Season Schedule
The NBA Christmas Day tradition continues on ESPN and ABC with 5 games across Both Networks Including Prime-time LA Clippers…
New ESPN Film Takes Steelers Great Rocky Bleier on Emotional Return to Vietnam
The summer of 1969 was one of the most transformational periods in U.S. history with events such as Apollo 11,…
Zero to 150: ESPN Enhances College Football’s Week 0 Experience, Commencing Full College Football 150 Multifaceted Storytelling
Season’s First ESPN CFB150 Showcase Game of the Week: Miami vs. Florida in The Camping World Kickoff from Orlando, Fla.…
ESPN Wins Eight NABJ Salute to Excellence Awards
ESPN The Magazine and The Undefeated Collaborate to Win Four Awards The Undefeated Senior Entertainment Writer Kelley Carter Receives NABJ…
GEICO ESPN High School Football Showcase Returns, Highlighting Top Talent & Teams in the Country
Weekly Coverage of Best High School Football Matchups Beginning August 29 Showcase to Feature 49 Players from ESPN 300 and…
SEC Network Showcases Special Studio Presence Surrounding Camping World Kickoff
SEC Nation Presented by Dr Pepper will originate from Orlando, Fla. on Saturday, August 24, as preseason No. 8 Florida…
Encore: Lineal Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury Returns to Las Vegas September 14 Against Otto Wallin Live on ESPN+
The Las Vegas Strip’s most electrifying act is returning for a repeat engagement. Less than three months since his second-round…
Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz to Open Performing Arts Center
By The Associated Press MACEDON, N.Y. (AP) — Singer Alicia Keys and music producer husband Swizz Beats are planning to…
Finally, Missy Elliott Will Receive MTV Video Vanguard Award
MTV announced Monday that Elliott will also perform on Aug. 26 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. This…
Firefighter Was Dad to 3 of 5 Kids Killed in Day Care Blaze
By The Associated Press ERIE, Pa. (AP) — Three of five kids killed in a fire at a home child…
COMMENTARY: Calling Out Racism, White Supremacy and White Nationalism is More Vital Than Ever
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia The spectre of white nationalists, neo-Nazis, white supremacists and others that wrongly maintain…
Serving A More Diverse, Older Adult Population
— SPONSORED — By Jennifer Jimenez Maraña, Director of Diversity and Inclusion, Broadmead The older adult population is growing larger…
Mass Shootings, Widespread Death, White Hatred Permeate America
By Rhodesia Muhammad and Bryan 3X Crawford, Contributing Writers@TheFinalCall “Ya basta!” Estela Reyes-Lopez pleaded, which means “enough” in English. “Twenty…
Millennials Listen Intently as Candidates Debate Health Care
WASHINGTON INFORMER — Camara Stokes Hudson raised her arms in the air and clapped when Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts…
Three Day Event Planned to Commemorate First African Landing in Virginia
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The commemoration kicks off on Friday, August 23 at 12:00 p.m. at the Hampton Roads Convention Center…
Cosby Lawyers Ask Appeals Court to Toss #MeToo Conviction
By MARYCLAIRE DALE Associated Press HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania appeals court on Monday questioned why actor Bill Cosby…
Youth Program Turns Dreams Deferred into Reality
Shay Stinson was a quiet 8-year-old girl, raised by a single mom in New York’s Harlem neighborhood, when her first…
Freed Inmate Cyntoia Brown Marries Recording Artist J. Long
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Cyntoia Brown, an inmate recently released on clemency after being…
Waka & Tammy Talk Gucci Boycott & Supporting Black Businesses
Waka Flocka was one of the first artists to publicly boycott Gucci following the release of their controversial blackface sweater.…
My vegan breastfeeding journey + tips
I hope these tips are helpful! What has your experience with breastfeeding been? Do you have other tips I didn’t…
Nick and Cris discuss report on Cowboys' contract negotiations with stars | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Nick Wright and Cris Carter weigh in on the latest report that the Dallas Cowboys have ‘generous’ offers on the…
Nick Wright reacts to Tom Brady’s contract voiding after 2020 season | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST
Details about Tom Brady’s new contract continue to emerge. Nick Wright says considering the last 3 years, Brady potentially becoming…
The Opening of the African American Museum | Black America Special
Black America’s special captures the details, ingenuity, and the history surrounding the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and…