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A private investigation by lawyer and civil rights activist Jill Collen Jefferson revealed that at least eight Black people have been lynched in Mississippi since 2000, carrying its unfortunate legacy as the state with the most lynchings on record.
Bernie Mac was one of the few comedic talents that treated audiences like family. His comedy style was reminiscent of everybody's favorite uncle at the barbecue: Recalling personal tales of his own turbulent kinfolk, he tapped into the humors of daily life that connect us all.
Lovingly known by close friends and family as Nippy, Whitney Houston would have been 58 years old today.
Thomas appeared on every Kool & The Gang studio release from their debut to their forthcoming album, Perfect Union. His final live performance with the group took place on Independence Day at the Hollywood Bowl.
60 years young with a mean jumpshot, former President Barack Obama continues to be a symbol of grace, class and style years after his White House era.
The death of a Black Missouri teenager back in April appears to be racially motivated, especially after the coroner's initial suicide ruling was dismissed by a Missouri jury that believe his gunshot wound wasn't self-inflicted and may be linked to a Confederate flag-wielding racist by the name of James Wade.
Veteran comedian Wayne Brady had some choice words for the racist that left a voicemail message at CBS Studios in L.A.'s Fairfax District where he was called The N-Word twice in a span of nine seconds.
Emotions can run high in any workplace, especially the fast-paced food service industry. But one man's inexcusable language has cost him his job as Wendy's fired a former restaurant manager for loudly cursing out an employee.
The artistic gymnastics balance beam final is scheduled for Tuesday.
In a career that spans five decades, Laurence Fishburne has portrayed kingpins, fathers, leaders and the common man. Take a look back at some of his most memorable roles in this special birthday gallery.