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Linda McMahon Draws Backlash After AI Ida B. Wells Post

The education secretary’s tribute to the civil rights icon used a fake image, sparking criticism over accuracy and respect for history.

Miami Lifestyle Influencer Ashlee Jenae Found Dead in Tanzania Days After Her 31st Birthday and Engagement

Friends and loved ones are publicly rejecting the suicide explanation offered by her fiancé and demanding answers about what really happened at the Serval Wildlife Resort.

Kamala Harris at the NAN Convention: 'I Know What the Job Is, and I Know What It Requires'

In her most direct public comments yet about her political future, the former vice president told Rev. Al Sharpton three times that she's thinking about running for president again in 2028.

Black Ranchers in Colorado Fear for Their Lives After Shooting on Their Land

Courtney and Nicole Mallery say repeated harassment and a recent shooting are part of a yearslong campaign against them.

Brooklyn Man Acquitted After Spending Decades Behind Bars

Christopher Ellis sues Nassau County for malicious prosecution.

This Week in Good Black News: Flau’jae, Cardi B and Lil Kim, Angel Reese, and Beyoncé Keep the Joy Going

From Baton Rouge honoring Flau’jae to Beyoncé’s Cécred celebration and Angel Reese’s Victoria’s Secret debut, the culture was busy blessing us.

Chicago Woman Accused of Killing Abusive Boyfriend in Self-Defense While Pregnant at Baby Shower, Facing First-Degree Murder Trial

Golden's supporters are demanding that Cook County prosecutors drop all charges before trial. The state is moving forward anyway — and scheduling a date for August.

BET Current: NAACP Makes Historic Move as Halle Bailey and K. Michelle Make Headlines

The civil rights organization calls for Trump’s removal under the 25th Amendment, Halle Bailey celebrates softness and Black love in You Meet in Tuscany, and K. Michelle returns to BET with something to say.

The Impact Report: War Powers Debate, Georgia’s 25-Point Swing and DEI Rollbacks on Campus

House Democrats push to limit military escalation in Iran, Republicans hold Georgia’s 14th district amid a major shift toward Democrats, and the University of Missouri strips funding from Black student groups as 2028 tax battles take shape.

Hip-Hop Pioneer Afrika Bambaataa Dead at 68

The legend behind "Planet Rock" and Zulu Nation died from cancer complications.

Kentucky Prison Guards Accused of Framing Inmates, Racist Abuse

State probe alleges guards planted weapons, freely hurled racial slurs at Black inmates, and more.

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