Chicago: Baby shot dies; father in serious condition

Chicago: Baby shot dies; father in serious condition

March 12, 2013 (CHICAGO) (WLS) — As police search for the killer of 6-month-old Jonylah Watkins, outrage over her death spreads, and the outpouring of grief includes a gesture by the Chicago Bulls’ Derrick Rose. Rose has offered to help pay for...
Would King Have Evolved on Gay Rights?

Would King Have Evolved on Gay Rights?

President Obama’s declaration of support formarriage equality has created an uproar in Christian communities across America, and nowhere more poignantly than in the Black Church where the President is largely admired, but which has traditionally been more...
“Kid President” old enough to have inspiring message

“Kid President” old enough to have inspiring message

Nine-year-old Robby Novak plays the role of “kid president” whose online video featuring a motivational pep talk for the world have racked up millions of views. Elaine Quijano reports. About Kid President Robbie Novak (born 2003), better known by the...
More Black Men in College Than In Prison

More Black Men in College Than In Prison

AFRICANGLOBE – At this point, it’s almost a cliché to declare “There are more Black men in jail than in college.” I’ve heard it my entire life—from adults, friends, politicians, and assorted pundits. When he was just a presidential candidate, then-Senator Barack Obama...
Race-based academic targets raise eyebrows

Race-based academic targets raise eyebrows

As states have sought waivers from the 100 percent proficiency requirement of No Child Left Behind, new performance targets were put in place that led to differing expectations for children depending on their race. NBC’s Rehema Ellis reports....
Hugo Chavez : Obama ! You are the shame of black people

Hugo Chavez : Obama ! You are the shame of black people

In reaction to President Obama critic of Venezuela ties with Islamic republic of Iran , the president of Venezuela Hugo Chavez name Obama as fake and told the United States president on state television “Focus on governing your country, which you’ve turned...