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Mourners Gather at Memorial Service for Malcolm Shabazz

A memorial gathering is under way for Malcolm Shabazz, the grandson of Malcolm X. Shabazz was murdered in Mexico City last week. Once again, an unbelievably tragic situation. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Shabazz family. Rest in Peace, Malcolm

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Scandal Finale Garners Show’s Highest Ratings Ever

The season finale of ABC’s hit Scandal, starring Kerry Washington and created by Shonda Rhimes, aired last night. And ratings were higher than ever! Congratulations to Kerry, Shonda, and the rest of the Scandal crew for their success.

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Standout Football Player Jay Harris Gives Up Michigan State Scholarship to Pursue Rap Career

Jay Harris, a standout wide receiver who received a scholarship to play football at Michigan State University, has decided to pursue a rap career instead!

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Candice Glover Wins American Idol

23 year-old soul powerhouse Candice Glover was crowned the winner of American Idol last night. Glover is the first woman – and the first black woman – to win since Jordin Sparks in 2007. From NewsOne: The booming 23-year-old R&B vocalist from St. Helena Island, S.C., won the Fox singing competition after auditioning a trio [...]

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Open Society Foundations Announce 2013 Soros Justice Fellows

The Open Society Foundations has announced an award of $1.2 million to the 2013 cohort of Soros Justice Fellows. The fellows, a mix of emerging and established leaders, include investigative journalists, lawyers, grassroots organizers, policy advocates, and scholars.

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Suspect in New Orleans Mother’s Day Parade Shooting Arrested; Faces 20 Charges

19 year-old Akein Scott has been arrested in connection with the Mother’s Day Parade shooting in New Orleans that left 19 people injured, including 2 children. Scott will reportedly face 20 charges of attempted second degree murder.

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Brooklyn Teacher Fined $10,000 For Letting 3rd Grader Hit Bully Back

A Brooklyn teacher has been fined $10,000 for encouraging one of her students to strike back against a bully. She allegedly asked the 8 year-old bully to stand up, and then directed the victimized child to hit him.

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Serena Williams Retains No. 1 Ranking, Wins 50th Title at Madrid Open

On Sunday, Serena Williams defeated Maria Sharapova at the Madrid Open, retaining her No. 1 ranking and winning her 50th title. Incredible; congrats to Serena on yet another career milestone!

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‘Scandal’ Creator Shonda Rhimes Talks Race on Her Shows

Shonda Rhimes’ wildly successful ABC drama “Scandal” has generated a massive following, and some criticism for being willfully and unrealistically colorblind. Rhimes disagrees.

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Two Men Arrested in Connection w/ Malcolm Shabazz Murder

Two men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Malcolm Shabazz, grandson of Malcolm X.

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