Dr. Elisa faced tremendous challenges while growing up in a section of New York where the residents were affected tremendously by poverty and violence. After losing her father during a robbery attempt at the age of 18, Dr. View
The New York Department of Correctional Services recently denied NFL star Plaxico Burress permission to leave jail to participate in a work release program. View
One of the benefits of traveling is the fact that it expands your worldview to observe, share in and reflect upon the experiences of our global brothers and sisters. View
As President Obama spoke, Violeta Sifuentes snuggled with her 6-year-old twins on the suede sofa - Samuel beside her, Selena sprawled across her legs. View
Vernon Forrest, Lorenzen Wright, and Stephen Jackson have all been victims of gun violence. Forrest was murdered while being robbed, Wright's murder is still in question, and Stephen Jackson's home was burglarized while his wife was home. View
African-Americans may be at an increased risk for developing life-threatening blood clots after receiving drug-coated stents that are meant to keep their arteries open, new research shows. View
South Carolina Democratic Senate candidate Alvin Greene was asked to appear on a Charlotte, North Carolina, radio show Monday to discuss politics. View
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Former New York Giant wide receiver Plaxico Burress' request for work release was denied.
Burress is currently serving a two-year prison sentence on charges of attempted criminal possession of a weapon. View
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It was forty years ago, September 18, that arguably the greatest electric guitarist to ever live, Jimi Hendrix, passed away. His legacy as an innovative genius is not in question. View
Your DAILY INSPIRATION for Wednesday, September 1, 2010:
Today I tap into the wisdom of the ages to make spiritually-informed decisions on the matters of my life-- small and large. View
Filed under: News, Politics, President Obama
He came, he saw, he conquered. Well, sort of. President Barack Obama took the nation's attention for about 20 minutes tonight to deliver a speech about the end of America's military involvement in Iraq. View
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The "realest" of Black Hollywood star power came out in full force for Steve Harvey's '8th Annual Hoodie Awards' last weekend in Las Vegas. View
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If remarks from Defense Secretary Robert Gates are any indication, President Barack Obama is doing the smart thing and taking the high road by honoring the men and women of our armed forces who served in Iraq as the View
Apparently this guy is even crazier than he looks: Charles Juan Proctor has been sentenced to 11 life terms, plus 433 years in prison, for his slashing rampage on several California women. The 45-year-old man was convicted Aug. View
Talk about a bad day. A 22-year-old man miraculously survived a 39 story fall into a Dodge Charger yesterday. According to his Facebook page, he hated his life and decided to try to end it but it just wasn’t his time to go. View
The sleek, urban inspired 2011 Ford Fiesta, is turning heads and saving money. The new Fiesta has gained national attention… Keep reading to find out why. View
Don't call it a comeback just yet. Twelve years after her debut album, "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill," the incomparable L-Boogie says she's "getting closer" to releasing a new album, though she wouldn't be specific... View
Venus met Ike while on vacation in London with friends. He took her on the best date she's ever had; she left him with a kiss, an e-mail address and no expectations. But Ike wouldn't let Venus go so easily, and soon flew to New York for a visit. View
The First Family was like many American families this summer; they traveled, played in the sand, and took some time away from the daily schedule to focus on what is really important. View
In the '80s, the typical rock star wore kohl-smudged eyes, teased hair,
and a slash of red lipstick. In 2010, it's all about color, color and
more color! View
Lyfe Jennings -- in his final video commentary for ESSENCE.com -- discusses his new song, "Mama," from his new album "I Still Believe," which is on shelves today. "Believe" is Jennings' fourth and final album, so make sure you pick up your copy. View
John Legend and the Roots teamed up to promote their latest effort, "Wake Up," in stores September 21. They put on an amazing show at NYC's Bowery Ballroom event space. Take a look at who showed up... View
"The Extra Ordinary Man vs. The Extraordinary Man" is a concept I
developed that saved my marriage. Basically, there are three types of good men. I assume that there is no point in talking about bad men
because everybody has either been one or had one. View
Are you feeling pressure to be the perfect mom? You're not alone. Our society, based on always striving to improve, can make us feel like if we're not doing the perfect job as parents our children won't have the "better life" we're all striving for them to have. View
