The 12-year-old twin brothers went missing from their home in Boston more than a week ago, but law enforcement has said their disappearance isn't considered suspicious. Here's why.

A jury found that Harris-Stowe State University, a historically Black college in St. Louis, discriminated against a white professor based on race and gender.

Kadarius Smith, 17, had tire tracks on his back, his mother said.

Russell Simmons was served with papers linked to a defamation lawsuit filed against him in a surprise move at a resort in Bali this month.

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey is being accused of "racial bias" due to his response to a fight video between a Black and white student.

Andrew Caldwell, who went viral for claiming in church that he was "deliveredt" from being a homosexual, announced his run for public office.

It looks like Jontay Porter might have to explain his performance on the court. The NBA is investigating him over gambling activity connected to his play. The Score is reporting that the Toronto Raptors player is now at the center of a new probe being conducted by the National Basketball Association. According to ESPN the […]

Former NFL cheerleader Krystal Anderson died shortly after the stillbirth of her daughter.

Good lord! No, this is not satire.

Meet U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Damian Williams.

Black Voters Matter and me too. International have joined forces for the 2024 election.

NewsOne was on the scene at this year's Bloody Sunday commemoration.

Ferguson organizer Tory Russell was there.

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It has been confirmed that 8-year-old Martin Richard was one of 3 people killed in the Boston Marathon bombing that is being called a “potential terrorist attack.” Martin had just given his father a hug after he crossed the finish line and was returning to his mother and 6-year-old sister when the explosion took his […]

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Below are President Barack Obama’s remarks on the Boston Marathon explosions: Good afternoon, everybody. Earlier today, I was briefed by my homeland security team on the events in Boston. We’re continuing to monitor and respond to the situation as it unfolds. And I’ve directed the full resources of the federal government to help state and […]

Iron overload is an excess (too much) iron in the body. Excess iron in vital organs, even in mild cases, increases the risk for liver…

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  On Monday, digital media company Interactive One, which is the parent company of NewsOne, announced a partnership with businessman and hip-hop icon Russell Simmons, founder of GlobalGrind and NARRATIVE: The Culture Lab. Interactive One Studios will oversee the management of both GlobalGrind, the self-described “hip-pop” website, and NARRATIVE, “a digital marketing, entertainment and technology […]

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On April 10, Rickesha Burns, 21, of Phoenix, Arizona (pictured above), pleaded not guilty to charges of sexual conduct with a minor and child abuse after a vibrator she allegedly shoved into her 2-year-old son’s rectum had to be surgically removed, reports PhoenixNewTimes.com. SEE ALSO: DJ Quik’s Daughter Charged With First-Degree Murder Of Her 2-Year-Old Son […]

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A Detroit homeowner has a very clear message for anyone daring to squat in his vacant home on the city’s west side: If you dare, you will be shot! RELATED: Homeowner And Baby Forced To Live With Squatter Channel 7 Action News reports that the sign (pictured) was discovered yesterday. The home on which the […]

A high school freshman died after participating in a punching game with a friend last week. SEE ALSO: Iyanla Tapes Open Letter To DMX After Rapper Curses Her, Has Outburst On Son Marquez Oliver, 15, (pictured) had punched his friend in an apparent form of punching tag Wednesday. In response, the friend approached Oliver and […]

Labor and civil rights activist A. Philip Randolph made a number of notable contributions in regards to equal rights for Black Americans. Not only did Randolph strive to organize African-American laborers, he was also a prominent leader of the 1963 March On Washington event. On this day, the Florida native was born. Here, NewsOne takes […]

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Spiritual advisor Iylana Vanzant‘s show, “Iylana: Fix My Life,” premiered with embattled rapper DMX, looking to change his life. During the session, the ever-troubled former hip-hop star blew up at both his son, Xavier, and Vanzant, prompting Vanzant to release an open letter to the rapper over the weekend, saying she still supports and loves […]

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A 5-year-old Detroit girl who went missing early Monday morning has been located and is safe and sound, according to Channel 7 Action News. SEE ALSO: President Releases 2012 Tax Returns Iyana Oldham (pictured) was initially reported missing around 12:15 a.m. Monday. According to local officials, the ex-boyfriend of Oldham’s mother was the prime suspect. Desmond […]

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UPDATE 12:13 EST P.M: The letter addressed to President Obama tested positive for the poisonous substance ricin and the sender has been confirmed. Get the latest updates from NewsOne by clicking here. —————————————————————————————— A letter containing a suspicious substance and addressed to President Barack Obama has been intercepted at a White House screening facility, reports […]

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It’s April 15! What does that mean? It means that this is the final day Americans have to file their taxes for 2012. Here, NewsOne has put together some interesting facts to know about tax day while you file those last-minute income returns. SEE ALSO: President Releases 2012 Tax Returns 10) Federal income taxes were […]