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Reps. Ayanna Pressley and Maxine Waters on the Importance of Incentivizing Black Youth Voters

Representatives Maxine Waters and Ayanna Pressley emphasize the importance of engaging young Black voters in the upcoming elections, focusing on trust-building, economic empowerment, and the role of Black youth in shaping the future of democracy.
09/18/2024

Jordan Chiles Files Appeal to Restore Olympic Bronze Medal

Chiles continues to fight to get her bronze medal back.
09/17/2024

She Got Game: Top 5 Storylines of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs

“The W” is poised to have one of the most exciting playoffs in the history of the league with veteran players and emerging stars seeking to make their mark.
09/17/2024

Sean "Diddy" Combs Taken Into Federal Custody After Grand Jury Indictment 

The music mogul's arrest comes nearly a year after ex-girlfriend Cassie's lawsuit alleging abuse and sex trafficking.
09/17/2024

BET Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month: 5 Hispanic Activists Who Are Creating Change

Here are some Latino political activists who are on the frontlines fighting for a more equitable society.
09/16/2024

A'ja Wilson Makes WNBA History as First Player to Score 1,000 Points in a Single Season

The Las Vegas Aces star continues to add more milestones to her record-breaking career.
09/16/2024

Congresswomen Rally Behind Kamala Harris in Critical 2024 Election Push

Rep. Maxine Waters, Senator Laphonza Butler, Rep. Ayanna Pressley, and more spoke to BET about fighting for Kamala!
09/16/2024

Key Public Policies Discussed at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 53rd Annual Legislative Conference

Building wealth, book bans, and much more were highlighted at this iconic D.C. celebration.
09/16/2024

Black Surfers Gather to Change the Way You Think About the Sport

The world’s largest gathering of Black surfers will converge on Huntington Beach, California, on Saturday, Sept. 14th.
09/14/2024

Fighting for Health and Hair: Rep. Ayanna Pressley’s Call to Ban Harmful Chemicals in Hair Relaxers

"For Black women, the personal is political," said the Massachusetts representative in an exclusive interview with BET.com.
09/14/2024

This Week in Good Black News: Kendrick Lamar to Headline 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show, A'ja Wilson Breaks Scoring Record, and D'Angelo Teases First Album in Nearly a Decade

Plus, Eazy-E’s daughter gives birth on what would’ve been the West Coast emcee’s 60th birthday.
09/13/2024