14 Gifts For The News And Politics Lovers On Your List
We’ve rounded up some great finds so you can get the news-loving people on your list a gift they will actually appreciate.
Uber Brings Transparency With Release Of Sexual Assault Data
In a new report, the ridesharing app reveals that 3,045 sexual assaults took place during an Uber ride and nine people were murdered.
Kindergarten Class Takes Field Trip To Support Classmate At Adoption Hearing
A Michigan 5-year-old officially has a new home. On Thursday he was legally adopted and invited his entire kindergarten class to celebrate.
Black Lives Matter Supporter Interrupts 'African Americans For Pete Buttigieg' Gathering
A gathering of African American supporters of Pete Buttigieg took a dramatic turn when a man wearing a BLM tee suddenly stole the microphone.
Baltimore Correctional Officers Indicted For Excessive Force, Criminal Activity
A total of 236 counts were brought against 25 correctional officers at Baltimore Central Regional Tactical Unit following an investigation.
Opinion: My Visceral Reaction To Kamala Harris Ending Her Campaign Even Surprised Me
Kamala Harris was not a perfect candidate, but in a crowded Democratic field she paid for it more than anybody else.
Kamala Harris Exits 2020 Presidential Race
With doubts of having a clear path forward, 2020 presidential candidate Kamala Harris has abandoned her bid for the White House.
Milwaukee ‘Saves A Seat’ In Honor Of Rosa Parks On Every County Bus
From December 1 through December 3, the Milwaukee County Transit System reserves a seat on each one of its buses to honor Rosa Parks.
Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty In Case Of Aniah Blanchard
Prosecutors have named Ibrahim Yazeed as the lone person responsible for the shooting death of 19-year-old college student Aniah Blanchard.
Cory Booker Outlines $100 Billion Plan To Support The Nation’s HBCUs
The presidential hopeful has a $100 billion plan to provide a world-class education to HBCU students that's both proactive and debt-free.
Michelle Obama Heads To Southeast Asia To Expand On Obama Foundation Mission
On December 9, former First Lady Michelle Obama will be joined by Julia Roberts on a trip to Southeast Asia aimed at training world leaders.
UFC Fighter Walt Harris Pens Heartbreaking Tribute To Stepdaughter Aniah Blanchard After Her Remains Are Identified
UFC heavyweight Walt Harris describes the pain of his stepdaughter's death as "unbearable" and thanks Blanchard for teaching him to be a man.
Rosa Parks Statue Unveiled In Montgomery
Rosa Parks will forever remain a shining symbol of the Civil Rights Movement. On Sunday, Montgomery honored the heroine with a statue.
HBCUs Are The Gifts That Keep On Giving
News & Politics Editor Tanya A. Christian reflects on the time she first fell in love with Hampton University and the legacy of greatness HBCUs produce.
Presidential Candidate Julián Castro Wants To End Hunger In America
The Democratic hopeful says that "the right to eat is a human right" and he is prepared to make sure each American has it.
Melania Trump Gets Booed In Baltimore
Melania Trump made an appearance in Baltimore as part of her "Be Best" initiative. The students welcomed the First Lady with loud boos.
Baltimore Men Exonerated After 36 Years Behind Bars
Alfred Chestnut, Ransom Watkins and Andrew Stewart are free men following their exoneration of a wrongful conviction 36 years ago this month.
Body Of Missing 5-Year-Old Florida Girl Found In Alabama
Taylor Rose Williams was first reported missing on November 6. Authorities now say that her skeletal remains have been positively identified in Alabama.
#BuyBlack Gift Guide: 16 Stocking Stuffers Under $25
#BuyBlack this holiday season with these ESSENCE-approved stocking stuffers that are sure to make your family happy.