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The upside to teens in the limelight is the friendly reminder that not all are caught up in the vanity and fame it brings. Case…

The American Civil Liberties Union has released an appalling video of California police confronting a pregnant Black woman. Mandated body cameras captured officers in Barstow, California, slamming a woman named Charlena Michelle Cooks during a January incident where they were called to her daughter’s school. Cooks, who was eight months pregnant at the time, was […]

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The fashion industry’s struggle with diversity has been well-documented, from the glaring omission of black models on the runway to the relatively small number of black…

In celebration of Women’s History month, we revisit a timely and deeply personal essay by journalist Jennifer Marby outlining why equal opportunity in 21st Century America…

It’s always great (and reassuring) to see young people tribute icons and legends, especially in the Black community. Similar to the Because Of Them, We…

One Black gay man has shared his thoughts on why Patricia Arquette’s call for wage equality may not be the most pressing matter for women…

This week, Larry Wilmore of The Nightly Show brought on a talented and successful quartet, which included Issa Rae (our fave), Jacque Reid of New York…

The Network Journal (TNJ), an award-winning business magazine for African-American professionals, corporate executives and business owners has announced its 2015 list of 25 Influential Black…