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Warren Balentine

Feb 26, 2010 at 7:15 am

Celebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson

Celebrating The Legendary Smokey Robinson

The legendary Smokey Robinson has been a pillar in the African American music scene since the inception of Motown. Follow us as we celebrate Smokey Robinson during this Black History month.

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Al Sharpton

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:38 am

January 18, 1958: The NHL Is Integrated

January 18, 1958:  The NHL Is Integrated

On January 18, 1958 the first African American played for the NHL. Read the story of Willie O’Ree here.

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J J

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:38 am

January 18, 1958: The NHL Is Integrated

January 18, 1958:  The NHL Is Integrated

On January 18, 1958 the first African American played for the NHL. Read the story of Willie O’Ree here.

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Civil Jones

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:23 am

Roslyn M. Brock Youngest Board Chairman Of The NAACP

Roslyn M. Brock Youngest Board Chairman Of The NAACP

The NAACP recently elected their youngest Board Chairman Roslyn M. Brock. Read her story here.

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Warren Balentine

Feb 24, 2010 at 9:10 am

Althea Gibson: Tennis and Golf Pioneer

Althea Gibson:  Tennis and Golf Pioneer

Althea Gibson was the first african american to win in the US Open, paving the way for Venus and Serena. Follow us as we celebrate Althea during Black History Month.

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Warren Balentine

Feb 23, 2010 at 9:00 am

Taraji P. Henson: From Howard U To Hollywood’s A-List

Taraji P. Henson: From Howard U To Hollywood’s A-List

Taraji P. Henson is one of today’s brightest African-American actresses stacking up a long list of movie credits and awards. Her story and accomplishments are highlighted here in honor of Black History Month.

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Warren Balentine

Feb 23, 2010 at 9:00 am

Denzel Washington: An Actor That Transcends Time

Denzel Washington: An Actor That Transcends Time

We honor Denzel Washington for Black History Month 2010 for his vast contributions to the arts as one of our greatest American actors. How well do you think you know Denzel? Take our trivia quiz and test your “fanism.”

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Warren Balentine

Feb 22, 2010 at 7:45 am

Black Activist: Angela Davis

Angela Davis Black Activist and legendary Black Panther, still is active today speaking and uplifting the African American community. Follow us as we celebrate Angela Davis. Read More

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Civil Jones

Feb 22, 2010 at 7:18 am

Winter Olympics Phenomenon: Shani Davis

Winter Olympics Phenomenon:  Shani Davis

Shani Davis has taken the 2010 Winter Olympics by storm. If you didn’t know who he was before, now you do. Get to know the Winter Olympics phenom here.

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Al Sharpton

Feb 22, 2010 at 7:00 am

January 4, 1976 FBI Conspiracy Against Black Militant Groups Is Uncovered

January 4, 1976 FBI Conspiracy Against Black Militant Groups Is Uncovered

January 4, 1976 opened America’s eyes to the unlawful acts that the FBI was conducting against black militant groups. Read the report findings and see senate hearing video here.

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