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BET to Air the First Presidential Debate of 2024

The political showdown begins on September 10 at 9 p.m. ET.
09/09/2024

Miami-Dade Officer Placed on Leave After Detaining Tyreek Hill

The Dolphins star was detained right before the season opener.
09/09/2024

This Week in Good Black News: The Weeknd Announces New Album, Megan Thee Stallion Stuns in New Pepsi Ad, and Jamie Foxx to Open Up About 2023 Health Scare in Upcoming One-Man Show

Plus GloRilla gets the key to the city!
09/06/2024

BET Partners with HBCU Buzz, Live Nation Urban, and When We All Vote to Launch HBCU Voter Registration Challenge

Vote Loud: HBCU Voter Registration Challenge celebrates the power of Black voters, who will determine elections around the country.
09/05/2024

Ugandan Olympic Runner Rebecca Cheptegei Dies After Allegedly Being Set On Fire By Boyfriend

According to officials, Cheptegei and Dickson Ndiema were arguing over land.
09/05/2024

The Role of the Black Church in Mobilizing Voters

From the Reconstruction era to the present day, the Black church has been a cornerstone of African American social and political life, leading voter mobilization and civil rights efforts.
09/05/2024

Donald Trump Banned from Using Isaac Hayes Song at Rallies Following Lawsuit from Late Singer’s Family

Isaac Hayes' son stated that the family's objection to the former president using ‘Hold On, I'm Coming’ is not about politics but about character.
09/04/2024

Report: Uganda Olympic Marathon Runner Rebecca Cheptegei Hospitalized

The athlete, who recently competed in the Paris games, is said to be in critical condition as a result of allegedly being set on fire by her boyfriend.
09/03/2024

Pras Denied New Trial Following Lawyer’s Use of AI to Craft Closing Argument

A judge rejected Pras' bid for a new trial, stating his lawyer's use of generative AI for the closing argument didn't warrant overturning the Fugees member's conviction.
09/03/2024

5 Injured as Gunman Opens Fire at New York's West Indian Day Parade

The suspect remains at large, according to police.
09/03/2024

This Week in Good Black News: Ghostface Killah Drops New K-Cups with Keurig, Wendy Williams Makes First-Ever Public Appearance in Over a Year, and John Legend Honors Family with Fresh Ink

Plus, Zahara Jolie Pitt delivers a viral-worthy performance with her AKA sisters.
08/30/2024