Today for Black History Month 2019, we are highlighting media mogul Bob Johnson. Birth Date: April 8, 1946 Hometown: Hickory, Mississippi Fun Facts:  Bob’s real name is Robert Bob is the co-founder of BET (Black Entertainment Television) and the founder of RLJ Companies Bob is the former co-owner of the NBA team Charlotte Bobcats Bob comes from a […]

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In a stunning move, Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby has decided to drop all charges against the remaining three officers involved in the Freddie Gray case. After the decision was announced Wednesday, attendees at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia shared their views on what Mosby’s move could mean for the case going forward. Cornell W. Brooks, President […]

This Black History Month, NewsOne takes a look back at the top African-American moments from 2000 to 2012. Some will make you happy while others…

From CNN.com: Billionaire businessman Bob Johnson has chosen Liberia for his latest venture, the country’s first top class hotel.