News Young Leader in Journalism and NABJ Champion Michael Feeney Dead at 32Janell HazelwoodFebruary 1, 2016September 28, 2017 by Janell HazelwoodFebruary 1, 2016September 28, 2017842 Michael J. Feeney, a leading young journalist and president of the New York Association of Black Journalists, died Sunday.... Read more
News Dr. Frances Cress Welsing, Author of The Isis Papers, Dead at 80Janell HazelwoodJanuary 19, 2016September 28, 2017 by Janell HazelwoodJanuary 19, 2016September 28, 20172823 The Howard University graduate wrote essays and did extensive research on colorism, racism, and inequality, often exploring concepts of white supremacy in her works. Her... Read more
Arts and Culture Lifestyle Iconic Artist and Humanitarian Annie Lee Dies at 79Cristie LeondisNovember 25, 2014September 28, 2017 by Cristie LeondisNovember 25, 2014September 28, 20173225 Artist Annie Lee passed away on November 24th at age 79, leaving behind her daughter, son, and grandchildren.... Read more
News Former Washington, D.C. Mayor Marion Barry Dead at 78Janell HazelwoodNovember 24, 2014September 28, 2017 by Janell HazelwoodNovember 24, 2014September 28, 2017749 According to reports, former Washington, D.C. Mayor Marion Barry has died. He was 78 years old.... Read more
Arts and Culture Lifestyle Rest in Peace: 10 Facts About Robin WilliamsCedric 'BIG CED' ThorntonAugust 12, 2014August 12, 2014 by Cedric 'BIG CED' ThorntonAugust 12, 2014August 12, 20141289 In the wake of the death of comedian Robin Williams, here are 10 facts on the veteran comic.... Read more
Arts and Culture Lifestyle President Barack Obama Issues Statement On Robin Williams’ DeathKevin L. ClarkAugust 12, 2014September 28, 2017 by Kevin L. ClarkAugust 12, 2014September 28, 20171335 The 63-year-old comedian took his life Aug. 11 which prompted President Obama to sum up the nation's collective sadness.... Read more