The ladies of The View engaged in a contentious debate over the Susan G. Komen Foundation‘s controversial decision to halt funding to Planned Parenthood. Komen has implemented criteria that bars them from providing grants to organizations that are under investigation by local, state or federal authorities, according to spokesperson, Leslie Aun. Since Planned Parenthood is […]

Prepping for another run for the White House, President Barack Obama recently launched an African Americans for Obama campaign to target Black voters. SEE ALSO: Young Futurists Of 2012 “I don’t think there’s a better time than African-American History month to consider the tremendous progress we’ve made through the sacrifices of so many, or a […]

Via mypraiseatl We posted a video yesterday of a January 29th service at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church where Bishop Eddie Long was crowned a king by Ralph Messer — who claims to be a Rabbi bringing Torah truth to Christians. “He’s no longer a commoner,” said Messer. “He’s not on the Earth! He’s raised from Earth […]

According to St. Louis Today, R&B/gospel singer David Peaston, a St. Louis native has died. Peaston died on Wednesday. He was 54. His cause of death has not been released. Peaston’s longtime battle with diabetes led to the amputation of both his legs, beginning with his right leg in 2004. Speaking with the Post-Dispatch in […]

WASHINGTON  — Blending politics and religion, President Barack Obama said his Christian faith is a driving force behind his economic policies, from Wall Street reform to his calls for the wealthy to pay higher taxes. SEE ALSO: Black Army Vet Declared Dead 4 Times Is Alive Obama’s remarks Thursday at the National Prayer Breakfast were […]

Oversized sweaters are making a big comeback this winter season. Now that the big, baggy sweater is a bonafide trend, you can spend the entire day in one of these ultra-cozy staples. But, you don’t have to look like a sloppy mess who’s hiding her shape. Here are 3 ways you can avoid looking frumpy […]

Marvin Sapp has a hit on his hands with his latest single “My Testimony,” and you can see the music video first right here! “My Testimony” is currently in the top 15 of the Gospel charts and growing, and is the lead single from Pastor Marvin Sapp’s forthcoming album I Win, which is scheduled to […]

On Wednesday, the first day of Black History Month, the world lost Don Cornelius. While we continue to celebrate his legacy, here are 10 thing…

CHICAGO — When this proud city welcomed back hometown hero Don Cornelius last year, it wasn’t just Chicago-style – it was “Soul Train” style, complete…

Though President Barack Obama has been the target of heated criticism for his perceived reluctance to directly address the ills that plague the African-American community, he is not shy about asking for our vote. Just in time for Black History Month, Obama has launched the African-Americans for Obama campaign to energize and mobilize Black supporters […]