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Nolan Wells Update: Ben Crump Retained, Autopsy Underway, and Viral Horn Island Video Now Under Investigation

The body of the 18-year-old Ocean Springs, Mississippi teen was found off Horn Island Monday, four days after he disappeared on a July 4 boating trip with friends. His family is pushing for a thorough and transparent investigation.
07/08/2026
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BET News:'Moana' Stars Catherine Lagaʻaia and Dwayne Johnson Reflect on Purpose, Identity and Finding Your Calling

In an exclusive interview with BET, Catherine Lagaʻaia and Dwayne Johnson discuss the emotional journeys behind Moana and Maui, revealing how responsibility, resilience and self-discovery shape two of Disney's most beloved characters.
07/06/2026
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BET News: Michelle Obama Embraces Her "Freedom Era," Girlfriends Movie Gets Hopeful Update, Brian McKnight Faces Fresh Backlash

On BET News, Michelle Obama reflects on life after 50 and protecting her peace, Mara Brock Akil says a Girlfriends movie is ready if it lands a $50 million budget, and Brian McKnight faces renewed criticism over the latest installment of his Fatherhood Friday series.
07/06/2026

This Week, ICE 'Quietly' Doubled Its Arrest Quota

More than 10,000 people were detained in five days.
07/02/2026

Oregon Says Racism Is a Health Crisis, Now It Has a To-Do List

State officials say racism isn't just unfair — it's a public health emergency with a paper trail.
07/02/2026

One Symbol, Two Americas: Poll Reveals a Steep Divide Over The American Flag

New data shows most Black adults never display the American flag, while white, Hispanic, and older Republicans are more likely to fly it proudly.
07/01/2026
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BET News: Matthew Knowles Urges Men to Get Screened, Ginuwine Gets Engaged

On BET News, Matthew Knowles shares an important message about men's breast cancer awareness after his own diagnosis, while Ginuwine announces his engagement to longtime girlfriend Jannette Escartin, marking a new chapter for the R&B singer.
07/01/2026

Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order

But it was the court's two Black justices, who clashed over the 14th Amendment's true purpose, that ignited the sharpest fight on the bench.
07/01/2026

Fisk’s Data Center Plan Ignites a Bigger Fight Over Who Benefits from Progress

The HBCU says the project will power growth and opportunity. Critics say it could damage the community Fisk serves.
06/30/2026

Trump Renews Efforts to Fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook

After the Supreme Court blocked his first move, Trump says he will try again to remove Cook from the central bank.
06/30/2026

Opinion: Happy 250th, America! This Administration Is Burning the House Down on Your Birthday

A 6-3 Court keeps doing Trump's paperwork while Black unemployment climbs, immigrants get deported to war zones, and the country tunes up for tall ships and Liberty Bell quarters. Happy birthday, I guess.
06/30/2026