Why the NAACP should get off the Wells Fargo bandwagon
OPINION - Imagine my shock when I learned the company accused of squashing the financial security of millions, is now a sponsor of the NAACP's annual convention ...
NAACP: Why we partnered with Wells Fargo
OPINION - We understand, Mr. Boyce. We know you're an ally and a friend of the NAACP. We know some people just don't believe anyone will hold their supporters accountable, even though we have done so for a century...
Oprah launches anti-texting while driving campaign
WASHINGTON (AP) - Oprah Winfrey wants America's drivers to declare their cars "No Phone Zones."...
Former Palin pageant rival enters Georgia politics
ATLANTA (AP) - Maryline Blackburn, a Democrat, qualified Thursday for the House District 34 election in the Atlanta suburb of Smyrna. She hopes to challenge incumbent Rep. Rich Golick, a Republican...
Activists hope Ariz. law opposition boosts rallies
CHICAGO (AP) - Immigrant rights activists hope Arizona's controversial immigration law will spark scores of people to protest in rallies nationwide and add urgency to pleas for federal immigration reform...
Don Cheadle talks 'Iron Man 2' and War Machine
In replacing Terrence Howard as Rhodey/ War Machine, Cheadle could be in a position to have Marvel start a spin-off film for him, in addition to an appearance in the forthcoming 'Avengers' film...
Crist's defection could be gift to Democrat Meek
WASHINGTON (AP) - Democratic Rep. Kendrick Meek, who appeared headed to a lopsided loss in November, suddenly looks like a plausible contender to snatch away victory...
Arizona: Teachers with heavy accents can't teach English, ethnic studies banned
"This is just one more indication of the incredible anti-immigrant sentiment in the state," said Bruce Merrill, a professor emeritus at Arizona State University who conducts public-opinion research...
Facebook group 'praying' for Obama's death passes 1 million members
A Facebook group accused of "praying" for the death of President Barack Obama has raised controversy online, with many calling for Facebook to remove the group as "offensive speech."...
Ariz. immigration law brings back apartheid memories
OPINION - Once people begin to accept that taking away this piece of our humanity and values is ok, it becomes easier to push additional steps...
