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John Singleton, Award Winning Filmmaker, Dies At Age 51

Entertainment, National | Monday, April 29

John Singleton, the groundbreaking film director, screenwriter and producer, died Monday in Los Angeles after suffering a stroke on April 17. He was 51. A family spokesperson said Singleton passed away peacefully at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, surrounded by his family and friends. “We want to... Read More.

Ninth-Grader Commits Suicide After He Was Bullied for Being Gay

National | Wednesday, April 24

An Alabama teen, 15-year-old son Nigel Shelby tragically took his own life after he became the victim of constant homophobic bullying. His mother, Camika Shelby, says she’s still “shocked.” “He was just special,” Camika told NBC News after his death on Thursday. “Nigel was the sweetest... Read More.

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Notre Dame Cathedral fire in Paris destroys iconic spire

National, Travel | Monday, April 15

The iconic spire at the top of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has collapsed after a major fire broke out Monday. Video showed part of the roof of the cathedral collapsing into itself. The fire has since been extinguished. By Monday evening,... Read More.

Dwyane Wade Plays His Last Game In Miami

National, Sports | Friday, April 12

Dwayne Wade’s final home game was memorable for countless reasons. All of his children were there. Former President Barack Obama sent a video, one of many tributes. Fans came early and stayed late, chanting his name. His wife slapped his backside in recognition... Read More.

Lori Lightfoot Becomes Chicago’s First Black, Gay, Female Mayor

National | Wednesday, April 3

Former federal prosecutor Lori Lightfoot was elected Chicago mayor on Tuesday, becoming the first black woman and first openly gay person to lead the nation’s third-largest city. Lightfoot defeated Toni Preckwinkle, who served in the City Council for 19 years before becoming Cook County Board... Read More.

Chicago Prosecuter Defends Jussie Smollett Case Dismissal

Entertainment, National | Thursday, March 28

Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx on Wednesday defended the decision by her staff to drop charges that “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett staged a racist, anti-gay attack in January. Foxx recused herself before Smollett was charged last month because she had discussed the case with... Read More.

Jimmy Carter Becomes Longest Living President

National | Friday, March 22

Nearly four decades after voters unceremoniously rejected then-President Jimmy Carter’s bid for a second term, the 39th president has reached a milestone that electoral math cannot dispute: He is now the longest-living chief executive in American history. Friday is the 172nd day beyond Carter’s 94th... Read More.

Beto O’Rourke Kicks Off 2020 Campaign In Iowa

National | Monday, March 18

Democrat Beto O'Rourke jumped into the 2020 presidential race Thursday, shaking up the already packed field and pledging to win over voters from across the political spectrum as he tries to translate his sudden celebrity into a formidable White House bid. The former Texas congressman... Read More.

Audio Recording Confirms Ilhan Omar’s Harsh Criticism Of Obama’s ‘Hope And Change’

National | Tuesday, March 12

Rep. Ilhan Omarblasted a news outlet last week for allegedly misquoting her criticism of former President Barack Obama. But the move backfired after she released audio of the interview that only confirmed her remarks. The Minnesota Democrat slammed Obama’s “hope and change” message as a... Read More.

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