A biracial man with an African name, an African father, a white mother and a passion for academics and basketball has taken the nation by storm with an underdog chance of defeating two strong opponents to become a national champion. No this is not Obama’s 2008 Presidential campaign but Shaka Smart’s 2011 VCU Final Four […]

They say that it’s easier to ask for forgiveness than permission. This truism might also include public celebrity tirades. Another name for these outbursts might be “publicity stunts designed to sell records.” This is the case where a celeb goes bananas in public and does something that is both unthinkable and conversation-worthy, sure to grab […]

ATLANTA — Hall of Famer and Atlanta Hawks televsion analyst Dominique Wilkins was attacked by a fan after the team’s victory Wednesday night over the Orlando Magic, the team said. Wilkins is also a vice president with the team. He had just finished working Atlanta’s 85-82 victory Wednesday night from his customary spot on press […]

Roland Martin talks with Janell Snowden, Kevin Frazier and Jawn Murray about the lack of African-American representation at this years Oscars, supporting Black filmmakers and the backlash against Tyler Perry. WATCH:

Roland Martin talks with Edward O. DuBose, Chair of The Georgia State Conference of the NAACP about the Troy Davis case. The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Davis’ request that his execution be delayed while he attempts to prove his innocence. DuBose details what are the next steps in the fight to halt Davis’ execution. Roland […]

Roland Martin talks with actresses Salli Richardson-Whitfield, Essence Atkins, Tatyana Ali and Wendy Davis about how the First Lady Michelle Obama is constantly criticized for her style and looks as well as why it is difficult for African-American women to get mass media approval. WATCH:

WASHINGTON — For all the talk of recovery, Americans are growing increasingly pessimistic about the economy as soaring gas costs strain already-tight budgets. But so far, people aren’t taking it out on President Barack Obama, a new Associated Press-GfK poll shows. Also read: Jada Pinkett-Smith Admits She Doesn’t “Control” Her Children

SAN FRANCISCO — As prosecutors moved closer to finishing their case against Barry Bonds, former major league infielder Randy Velarde described meeting the slugger’s personal trainer outside spring training ballparks for injections of human growth hormone. Also read: Jada Pinkett-Smith Admits She Doesn’t “Control” Her Children

WASHINGTON — With more blacks moving from city to suburb, the National Urban League says it is worried states may improperly seek to stem the political clout of African-Americans as they spread into historically white districts. Also read: Jada Pinkett-Smith Admits She Doesn’t “Control” Her Children

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Auburn will investigate claims by four former football players, who told HBO’s “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel” they received thousands of dollars while being recruited by or playing for the Tigers. Also read: Jada Pinkett-Smith Admits She Doesn’t “Control” Her Children