North Carolina
Hands of African American woman writing in journal
Writer Becomes NC’s First Black Woman Poet Laureate

Jaki Shelton Green was named North Carolina’s ninth poet laureate; making her the first African American woman to receive the…
by NewsOne Staff
07.09.18
Swimming pool in Maldives, Herathera island, Addu atoll
Man Who Racially Profiled Black Swimmer Cries Victim

Another example of white folks not knowing how to mind their damn business.
by Parker Riley
07.06.18
Nina Simone in the Netflix original documentary “What Happened, Miss Simone?”
Nina Simone Honored By National Trust for Historic…

A well-deserved honor for the icon.
by Parker Riley
06.20.18
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Ben Carson Thinks He Can 'Protect Our Kids'

The HUD secretary announced a new program.
by Parker Riley
06.02.18
R. Kelly Performs At Bass Concert Hall
R. Kelly Performs In North Carolina Amid Protesters

The singer didn't hold back on stage.
by Parker Riley
05.12.18
Hurricane Nate Slams Into U.S. Gulf Coast
Watch: Cop Violently Chokes Black Man

Anthony Wall was in his prom tuxedo.
by Parker Riley
05.10.18
Confident, attentive businesswoman listening in conference room meeting
Black Millennial Breaks Racial Barriers On Capitol Hill

Vashti Hinton, 23, is breaking racial barriers for Black millennials on Capitol Hill.
by NewsOne Staff
04.18.18
Middle School Classroom
Black Mother Upset Son Was Taught About Racism

Is eight years old too young to learn about racism?
by Parker Riley
04.06.18
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