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3 Young Black Men Help Bust Shreveport TV News Anchor Attempting to Solicit a Minor

The men, who describe themselves as predator hunters, pose as young girls on a popular app, which led to the anchor's resignation and a police investigation.
06/06/2024

The Fearless Fund And the Threat to Civil Rights: The Dangers of Weaponizing History

This is not just about one grant program; it’s about the broader struggle for racial justice and equality in America.
06/06/2024

Driver From Viral Court Video Had License Suspension Rescinded Years Ago

A search that took less than 5 minutes proved that the man’s driver’s license should have been reinstated 2 ½ years before.
06/04/2024

‘What's at Stake?’: BET News Hosts Critical Election Special with Leading Black Politicians

In an urgent discourse on the 2024 election, BET News convenes with Congresswomen Maxine Waters, Joyce Beatty, and Jasmine Crockett to discuss pivotal issues facing Black Americans—from economic policies to gun control.
06/04/2024

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Confirms Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis

As a tireless advocate for healthcare reform, the 74-year-old congresswoman now faces her own health battle, “I am currently undergoing treatment to battle this disease that impacts tens of thousands of Americans every year.”
06/03/2024

From Demanding the Execution of Black Children to Convicted Felon—What’s Next for Donald Trump?

The fight to protect the country from the twice-impeached, convicted felon is far from over.
05/31/2024

Donald Trump Found Guilty On All Counts

The former president was charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records for allegedly covering up a "hush money" payment before the 2016 election. Sentencing is set for July 11th.
05/30/2024

Internet Issues Cause Another Delay In YSL Trial

The trial was postponed until Friday, May 31.
05/30/2024

White Writer Disguised Himself As a Black Man For Research, Gets Roasted On Social Media

Sam Forster’s “Seven Shoulders: Taxonomizing Racism in Modern America,” has garnered backlash for his research approach.
05/30/2024

Michigan Man With Suspended License Drives During Virtual Court Appearance, Stuns Judge

Judge Cedric Simpson was in disbelief that defendant Corey Harris, whose license was suspended, was seen operating his car on Zoom.
05/30/2024

Negro Leauge Stats To Be Integrated Into the MLB Record Book

3,400 Negro League players will now have their names and stats listed in official MLB records.
05/29/2024