Food Assistance Programs Face Cuts

05/24/2013

Budget talks threaten food assistance programs.

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Justin's Journey to Mental Health

So many African-Americans avoid psychiatric treatment, but one man took action and is better for it.
05/10/2013
06:59

Justice and the Central Park Five

Filmmaker Ken Burns and wrongfully accused defendant Yusef Salaam discuss the Central Park jogger rape case.
05/10/2013
03:05

President's Weekly Address: Housing and Homeownership

Obama urges Congress to give all responsible homeowners the chance to refinance and save money on their mortgages.
05/13/2013
05:22

Former Obama Campaign Staffer Charts New Course

After paying dues with national organizations and political campaigns, Stefanie Brown launches out on her own.
05/13/2013
02:42

Blacks Brace for Social Security Cuts

The Obama administration is considering changes that may leave the lives of Black Social Security recipients hanging in the balance.
05/17/2013
03:22

President's Weekly Address: Building a Thriving Middle Class

Obama discusses his belief that a rising, thriving middle class is the true engine of economic growth.
05/20/2013
32:07

The President Tells Morehouse Grads to Be a "Good Role Model"

In his speech at Morehouse College, Obama urges grads to "be a good role model and set a good example."
05/20/2013
03:27

Should the Boy Scouts Ban Gay Leaders?

New Yorkers give their perspectives on whether the Boy Scouts of America should ban gay leaders.
05/20/2013
05:36

Obama Addresses Devastation in Oklahoma

President Obama says as a nation, the focus is on rescuing those affected by the Oklahoma tornadoes.
05/21/2013
05:21

New Documentary Honors Black WWII Heroes

A groundbreaking film reveals the story of Black soldiers who fought valiantly in World War II.
05/24/2013
03:02

Food Assistance Programs Face Cuts

As Congress debates deep cuts from the program formerly known as food stamps, how will needy families survive?
05/24/2013
02:14

Civil Rights Hang in the Balance at Supreme Court

The future direction of civil rights may hang in the balance at the Supreme Court.
05/24/2013
04:02

President's Weekly Address: Giving Thanks to Our Fallen Heroes

President Obama commemorates Memorial Day by paying tribute to the men and women in uniform.
05/28/2013
02:28

Yet Another Child Lost to Gun Violence

As friends mourn shooting death of D'aja Robinson, 14, they wonder when the gun violence will end.
05/28/2013
03:57

Can Obama Shake the Second Term Curse?

The President's second term is just beginning, but it's being hit with front-page scandals.
05/31/2013
02:07

Exclusive: Jamie Foxx Talks Trayvon Martin

Foxx supports Trayvon Martin's family as the trial nears.
06/03/2013
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Exclusive: Marc Lamont Hill on the Impact of the Trayvon Martin Case

BET News Special Justice for Trayvon: Our Son is Your Son takes a look at the upcoming George Zimmerman trial.
06/03/2013
01:18

Exclusive: What Does a Defense Victory Mean in the Trayvon Martin Case?

BET News Special Justice for Trayvon: Our Son is Your Son analyzes what a Zimmerman victory could mean for Black America.
06/03/2013
03:02

President's Weekly Address: Congress Must Help Grow the Economy

President Obama says that the economy is moving in the right direction, but there is still more work to do.
06/03/2013
01:39

Exclusive: George Zimmerman's Defense Attorney Gets Emotional

As the trial approaches, defense attorney Mark O'Mara gets emotional when talking about the racial issues of the case.
06/03/2013
01:05

Exclusive - Jamie Foxx Talks Race and the Trayvon Martin Case

Jamie Foxx sits down with BET News to talk about the upcoming George Zimmerman trial and what role race plays.
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