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Miami, Florida– Miami city commissioners and community leaders are calling for the dismissal of  police chief Miguel A. Exposito after seven African-American men were shot and killed by his officers within eight months. Also read: 50 Cent Talks Chelsea Handler In ‘Vibe’ All the men killed were shot by Hispanic officers; prompting concerns by community […]

BROOKLYN, NY — The driver of the tour bus that crashed, killing more than a dozen people in the Bronx more than a week ago, briefly addressed the press this week saying he is “really hurt about the whole situation.” ALSO READ: 50 Cent: Not Sure You’d Jump Over The Table to F**k Chelsea Handler

RICHMOND — Thomas E. Haynesworth got his freedom today after 27 years spent behind bars for crimes he didn’t commit. ALSO READ: 50 Cent: Not Sure You’d Jump Over The Table to F**k Chelsea Handler

WASHINGTON — The four-day air assault in Libya will soon achieve the objectives of establishing a no-fly zone and averting a massacre of civilians by Moammar Gadhafi’s troops, President Barack Obama said Tuesday, adding that despite squabbling among allies, the United States will hand off control of the operation to other countries within days. ALSO […]

Earlier today, Barry Bonds’ former personal trainer Greg Anderson was found in contempt of court for refusing to testify in Bonds perjury trial. For almost seven years, Anderson has refused to speak about his time training the Giants Hall of Famer. What’s even more shocking is the amount of jail time he’s put himself through […]

Kabul, Afghanistan– Two “rogue” U.S. soldiers are charged for the deaths of Afghan civilians after pictures were released of the soldiers posing with dead bodies. German news outlet Der Spiegel identified the soldiers as Spc. Jeremy Morlock and Pfc. Andrew Holmes. Both soldiers are facing charges relating to the wrongful deaths of Afghan civilians. The […]

Roland talks with actress Salli Richardson and director Ava DuVernay via Skype about their brand new movie “I Will Follow.” WATCH:

Roland Martin expresses the importance of supporting African-American filmmakers because if we do not support them no one else will. WATCH:

MADISON — Thousands of pro-labor protesters turned out for more demonstrations at the Wisconsin Capitol on Saturday, seemingly undeterred by the fact that a contentious collective bargaining bill had been signed into law the day before.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania– Former Mayor John F. Street’s actions while serving as the chairman for the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) are being investigated by Federal authorities. Officials say that Street approved contracts to a law firm that his son worked for, accruing the firm millions of dollars. Also read: Top 10 Black Movies That Should Have […]