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NYC Mayor Eric Adams On His Plan To Repair What's Broken For Black New Yorkers

After 100 days in City Hall, the mayor sat down with BET.com to discuss how he will safeguard the future of Black communities in the city.

04/11/2022

BET Remembers Breonna Taylor

Local & national Black women leaders honor the memory of Breonna Taylor and call us all to action.

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Discusses The City's Efforts To Get COVID-19 Vaccine To Residents

The Windy City has been greatly affected by the pandemic but its mayor says there's a turnaround plan.

Crew Love: SWV

SWV blurred the lines between R&B and hip hop with their New York street style and catchy songs, proving their staying power with more than 25 million records sold.

Racism Declared A Public Health Crisis In New York

The declaration is to combat discrimination and racism in New York's healthcare system.

Vado featuring Lloyd Banks & Dave East - "Respect the Jux"

Vado, Lloyd Banks and Dave East take back what they're owed in the music video for their gritty single "Respect the Jux."

Man Arrested For Shooting Homeless People In New York City And Washington, D.C.

Reports reveal the suspect has been identified as 30-year-old Gerald Brevard, who allegedly has a history of assault.

Ketanji Brown Jackson Becomes First Black Woman To Serve On Supreme Court

After several days of grueling testimony and notable bipartisan support, she is now the 116th justice of the supreme court.

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams On His Plan To Repair What's Broken For Black New Yorkers

After 100 days in City Hall, the mayor sat down with BET.com to discuss how he will safeguard the future of Black communities in the city.

Man Charged After Fatally Shooting His Former Girlfriend Outside Of Her Job

Nassau County Police claim Amelia Laguerre was leaving work when Hines "came up behind her, shot at her ten times, [and] strangled her nine times."

Breaking News: Brooklyn Subway Shooting Suspect Frank James Arrested

A gun, magazines, gas canisters, and fireworks were recovered from the scene, with the investigation suggesting the gun may have jammed.

Burna Boy Makes History As First Nigerian To Headline At Madison Square Garden

"Not sure it gets any better and I'm extremely grateful," he stated.

The 1992 Los Angeles Riot: A Visual Timeline of A Devastating Event

Three decades ago the nation's second largest city spent four days gripped by unrest, spurred by racial tension and police brutality.

Accused NYC Subway Shooter Frank James Indicted On Federal Charges

Prosecutors say James boarded a Brooklyn subway on April 12, put on a gas mask and ignited two smoke bombs before firing 33 shots.

Former Wu-Tang Clan Affiliate Who Spent 23 Years In Prison Over Crime He Didn't Commit Awarded $7 Million

Grant Williams was convicted of murdering Shdell Lewis outside a Staten Island public housing complex in 1996, but his conviction was overturned.

‘Law & Order’ Crew Member Killed Near Set

Johnny Pizarro II was reportedly sitting in his car on Henry Street when someone opened his car door, shooting him multiple times in the head and neck.

Looking Back At the Tuskegee Experiment 50 Years Later

The horrendous study inflicted on deliberately untreated Black men to see how syphilis affected them, still resounds today.

Third Black Woman Charged With Hate Crime For ‘Anti-White’ Statements

Three girls got into a “verbal dispute” with a 57-year-old white woman when one of the girls allegedly yelled, “I hate white people. I hate the way they talk."

New York Declares State Of Emergency After Polio Is Found In Wastewater

New York began testing wastewater in July after an unvaccinated adult was infected with polio in Rockland County —the first known infection in the country in almost a decade.

A Conversation With Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot: Running The Windy City Post Pandemic, Focusing On The Future

The first Black woman to lead the city is dealing with issues of crime, the economy and facing a coming election challenge. But she says she is focused on her mission.

Daniel Smith, One Of Last People Born To An Enslaved Parent, Dies At 90

His father, Abram Smith, was born around 1862. Slavery was abolished in 1865.

Deitrick Haddon - "The Bells Are Ringing"

Gospel singer-songwriter Deitrick Haddon delivers traditional Motown sounds and aesthetics in the music video for his cheerful holiday tune "The Bells Are Ringing."

Soul Train Awards 2022: Five Times Luenell Gave Us Life

At the Soul Train Awards, she brought fun and comfort in her brightly colored outfit and accessories.

Summer Walker Responds To Backlash Over Post Looking For ‘White Or Gay’ Assistant

The Atlanta singer also had required applicants be at least 25 years old and know how to “build stuff.”

Wendy Williams' Son, Kevin Hunter Jr., Reportedly Owes $70,000 in Back Rent, Faces Eviction

The lawsuit contends that the last time Hunter paid rent was in February 2022, according to PEOPLE.com.

Keke Palmer Calls Out Trolls Calling Her ‘Ugly’ Without Makeup: 'I'm Beautiful in Real Life'

“I’m beautiful in real life, because of who I am, not what I look like,” the ‘Nope’ actress wrote on Twitter.

Pastor Jamal Bryant Wants To Bring Black Men Back To Church By Growing Weed

“I’m looking for people that smell like weed," he said.

Cardi B Opens Up About Removing Butt Injections, Offers Advice

The rapper details the importance of researching and listening to your doctor before any cosmetic procedure.

Ambré - "Drake and Drive"

New Orleans R&B singer-songwriter Ambré reminisces and pulls up on her ex in the music video for her mellow and aptly-titled song "Drake and Drive."

Ruthless Season 3 Is Streaming Now

Ruth continues the fight of her life as things heat up at the Rakudushi compound on the latest season of Tyler Perry's Ruthless, now streaming on BET+.

Brittney Griner Finally Released From Russian Prison

President Joe Biden approved a prisoner swap between Griner and international arms dealer Viktor Bout.

Soul Train Awards 2022: Get To Know Atlanta Artist Baby Tate

The emcee gave a high-energy performance of her single, ‘Do Better.’

Arkansas Small Town Elects 18-Year-Old Jaylen Smith, Becoming The Youngest Black U.S. Mayor Ever

A recent high school graduate who still lives with his parents ran on a progressive platform.

Fans Want Ashanti And Nelly Back Together After Steamy Weekend Performance

The former couple hit the stage at the ‘Under The Mistletoe’ concert series in Glendale, Arizona on Dec. 4.

Lizzo Shared Her Shining Moment At 'The People's Choice Awards' With Her 'Mama' and 17 Changemakers

The “Truth Hurts” singer dedicated the award and her acceptance speech to 17 activists, calling each one by name.

Janis Hunter Gaye, Wife of Marvin Gaye, Dies At 66

She died of an unknown cause at her home in Rhode Island.

For Will Smith, ‘Emancipation’ Means More Than Escaping Slavery

The actor talks about the inspiration behind the movie and how he’s emancipated himself.

Tyler Perry's Sistas 100th Episode

The cast of Tyler Perry's Sistas expresses amazement and gratitude at reaching 100 episodes, praising the show's fans for continuing to follow their characters' journeys.

Rotimi - "Make You Say"

R&B artist Rotimi spotlights life in Lagos, Nigeria, for his dancehall and Afrobeats-infused track "Make You Say" featuring Nektunez.

Behind the Scenes of the 2022 Soul Cypher

Go behind the scenes with the Soul Cypher artists at the BET Soul Train Awards 2022 as they record their performances and share thoughts about being on the biggest R&B stage.

‘Emancipation’s’ Charmaine Bingwa Discusses Why It’s More Than About Slavery

The actress plays ‘Whipped Peter’s’ wife in the film in theaters now and streaming on Apple TV+ on Dec. 9.

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Deitrick Haddon - "The Bells Are Ringing"

Gospel singer-songwriter Deitrick Haddon delivers traditional Motown sounds and aesthetics in the music video for his cheerful holiday tune "The Bells Are Ringing."

Soul Train Awards 2022: Five Times Luenell Gave Us Life

One thing about Luenell, she's going to have a good time.

Summer Walker Responds To Backlash Over Post Looking For ‘White Or Gay’ Assistant

“How about we mind our business," she asked on Instagram.

Wendy Williams' Son, Kevin Hunter Jr., Reportedly Owes $70,000 in Back Rent, Faces Eviction

He was hit with a lawsuit requesting $70,000 in back rent.

Keke Palmer Calls Out Trolls Calling Her ‘Ugly’ Without Makeup: 'I'm Beautiful in Real Life'

“I wish I could bottle how I feel about myself and sell it,” she tweeted.

Pastor Jamal Bryant Wants To Bring Black Men Back To Church By Growing Weed

“I’m looking for people that smell like weed," he said.

Cardi B Opens Up About Removing Butt Injections, Offers Advice

She revealed she received silicone shots in a basement.

Ambré - "Drake and Drive"

New Orleans R&B singer-songwriter Ambré reminisces and pulls up on her ex in the music video for her mellow and aptly-titled song "Drake and Drive."

Ruthless Season 3 Is Streaming Now

Ruth continues the fight of her life as things heat up at the Rakudushi compound on the latest season of Tyler Perry's Ruthless, now streaming on BET+.

Brittney Griner Finally Released From Russian Prison

Here's everything we know.

Soul Train Awards 2022: Get To Know Atlanta Artist Baby Tate

She’s signed to Issa Rae’s record label Raedio.

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