New doctoral program will focus on African Diaspora
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) _ A new doctoral program at Indiana University could make the school's African-American studies program more distinctive.
Janet Jackson announces first new tour in 7 years
NEW YORK (AP) _ Though going out on tour means connecting with fans, it can also mean long hours, high stress, and sleepless nights. Janet …
Obama links McCain to unpopular Bush policies
WASHINGTON (AP) _ Democrat Barack Obama fired off a broadside linking likely Republican presidential nominee John McCain to U.S. President George W. Bush's unpopular economic …
Obama developing a McCain strategy before winning nomination
WASHINGTON (AP) _ Making up for lost time, Barack Obama is dashing into the general-election fight against Republican John McCain without waiting for the Democratic …
NAACP picks young activist as its new president
The NAACP board of directors has chosen Ben Jealous, a former news executive and lifelong activist, as the organization's next president and the youngest in …
Teacher elevates inner-city students
FORT LAUDERDALE – The photos of children – most of them working on computers – that are plastered around Christopher Gates’ office showcase the indelible …
NAACP seeks to register voters
MIAMI — When he encounters people who doubt the importance of a single vote, David Bright relies on the past and the future to turn …
Conference offers financial advice
MIAMI — Although she began her presentation by reporting on the country’s dismal economic climate, Lisa Rogers-Cherry promised a group of about 75 people gathered …
Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar bring gospel to the Hard Rock
The Hard Rock Live Arena played host to a different type of clientele this Mother’s Day. Nearly 4,000 gospel lovers filled the arena to celebrate …
Around South Florida with Elgin Jones 5-16-08
ANOTHER SETBACK The home of Henry and Andrea Bonner was demolished under a city of Fort Lauderdale program that promised to build them a new …