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Police Seek Answers In Case Of Maryland Teen Potentially Murdered Day Before Birthday
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Police Seek Answers In Case Of Maryland Teen Potentially Murdered Day Before Birthday

Anyone with information should call the Frederick County Sheriff’s office.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jul 1, 2020
Tory Lanez Says Instagram 'Didn't Want Me To Win' After Quarantine Radio Shut Down
Entertainment

Tory Lanez Says Instagram 'Didn't Want Me To Win' After Quarantine Radio Shut Down

Well, it was fun while it lasted.
By Essence · Apr 8, 2020
Martin Lawrence Finally Reveals He Ended 'Martin' After 1997 Sexual Harassment Lawsuit
Celebrity · Entertainment

Martin Lawrence Finally Reveals He Ended 'Martin' After 1997 Sexual Harassment Lawsuit

"It was bulls--t," the actor said in a new interview. "We don't need to talk about something that just didn't happen."
By Sydney Scott · Jan 8, 2020
The End Of An Era: The 10 Best Songs Of The Decade
Entertainment · The Playlist

The End Of An Era: The 10 Best Songs Of The Decade

The 2010s passed in the blink of an eye but the last ten years ushered in incredible new music in a rapidly evolving industry.
By Sydney Scott · Dec 23, 2019
Cyntoia Brown-Long Has A Message For Those Trolling Her Husband On Social Media
Love & Sex

Cyntoia Brown-Long Has A Message For Those Trolling Her Husband On Social Media

The author made it clear to all of her social media followers that no matter what they say, she's standing by her man.
By Jasmine Grant · Nov 12, 2019
Cyntoia Brown Officially Released From Prison, Has Book Coming Out
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Cyntoia Brown Officially Released From Prison, Has Book Coming Out

“Free Cyntoia: My Search for Redemption in the American Prison System” is scheduled to be published on October 15.
By Breanna Edwards · Aug 7, 2019
Cyntoia Brown Speaks Out Ahead Of Her Release
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Cyntoia Brown Speaks Out Ahead Of Her Release

"I look forward to using my experiences to help other women and girls suffering abuse and exploitation." 
By Breanna Edwards · Aug 6, 2019
Cyntoia Brown Will Be Free Next Week After Spending 15 Years In Prison
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Cyntoia Brown Will Be Free Next Week After Spending 15 Years In Prison

Brown was a 16-year-old girl when she was convicted for the murder a real estate agent who solicited sex from her. 
By Kynala Phillips · Aug 1, 2019
NBC’s Lester Holt Talks Meek Mill, Cyntoia Brown And Need For Criminal Justice Reform
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NBC’s Lester Holt Talks Meek Mill, Cyntoia Brown And Need For Criminal Justice Reform

The NBC Nightly News anchor is using his platform to shed a light on the lives affected by a flawed criminal justice system.
By Tanya A. Christian · Jan 23, 2019
Thomia Hunter, Cleveland Woman Who Killed Her Abusive Ex-Partner, Has Been Granted Clemency
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Thomia Hunter, Cleveland Woman Who Killed Her Abusive Ex-Partner, Has Been Granted Clemency

By Clarkisha Kent · Jan 10, 2019
NBC Nightly News To Air Exclusive Interview With Lawyers Of Cyntoia Brown
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NBC Nightly News To Air Exclusive Interview With Lawyers Of Cyntoia Brown

When Cyntoia Brown heard that she would be released on parole on Aug. 7, 2019, "she did a little dance," according to attorney Charles Bone.
By Breanna Edwards · Jan 7, 2019
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam Grants Executive Clemency To Cyntoia Brown
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Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam Grants Executive Clemency To Cyntoia Brown

Cyntoia Brown will be released on parole supervision on Aug. 7, 2019, after serving 15 years in prison.
By Breanna Edwards · Jan 7, 2019
Tennessee Governor Says His Office Will Have An Answer On Cyntoia Brown's Clemency Within 6 Weeks
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Tennessee Governor Says His Office Will Have An Answer On Cyntoia Brown's Clemency Within 6 Weeks

Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam was at an event when he took a question on Cyntoia Brown's clemency, which he said would be decided before he leaves office.
By Breanna Edwards · Dec 13, 2018
Cyntoia Brown Won't Be Eligible For Release Until She Serves At Least 51 Years In Prison
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Cyntoia Brown Won't Be Eligible For Release Until She Serves At Least 51 Years In Prison

Cyntoia Brown is hoping for clemency, but the Tennessee Supreme Court doesn't think she should be eligible for parole for at least for another 51 years.
By Breanna Edwards · Dec 7, 2018
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