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BALTIMORE, MD. — There’s a massive emergency response after a ship crashed into a bridge in Baltimore causing the span to collapse. Video footage shows the moment the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after one of its supports was struck by the large vessel around 1:30 this morning. Baltimore City fire officials say up to […] The post Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapses In Baltimore, Hit By Container Ship appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.

Sentencing will finally begin this week for the Mississippi ex-cops who pleaded guilty to torturing and sexually assaulting two Black men. The post Sentencing For Mississippi Ex-Cops Who Tortured And Sexually Assaulted 2 Black Men Begins appeared first on NewsOne.

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WASHINGTON — President Biden will deliver his State of the Union address tonight where he’ll play up the work his administration has done on things like infrastructure. A preview of the speech says the President will outline how he’s making the wealthy pay their fair share. He’ll also push other policies that could pick up […] The post President Biden To Deliver State Of The Union Tonight appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.

WASHINGTON — Indiana’s junior senator is all about bringing down the nation’s debt, and he’s once again calling for change in Congress. During a speech Wednesday, Senator Mike Braun called for the banning of ‘earmarks’ – that’s government speak for additions to a bill that don’t necessarily have to do with the overall legislation, and […] The post Sen. Braun Calling for Earmark Ban, Term Limits & Balanced Budget Amendment appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.

State District Judge Chap Cain III ruled that Barbers Hill's suspension of Darryl George did not violate the state’s CROWN Act. The post Justice For Darryl George: Judge Backs School’s Decision To Suspend Black Student Over Locs appeared first on NewsOne.

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Inside are select short and rare clips of Malcolm X speaking that we hope will inspire you as they have inspired many of us. The post Malcolm X In His Own Words: Rare Videos Of El Hajj Malik El Shabazz That Are Still Relevant appeared first on NewsOne.

A man who was growing, evolving and changing, gone too soon. As fascinating as Malcolm X's legacy was, just imagine what it could have been. The post What Was Malcolm X Working On When He Was Assassinated? appeared first on NewsOne.

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles confirmed that a Virginia address is not required for legally registering a vehicle in the state...

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Microaggressions are subtle, often unintentional comments, snubs or actions that communicate derogatory or negative messages towards marginalized groups. The post What Are Racial Microaggressions? How To Recognize Subtle Racism appeared first on NewsOne.

Republican Texas Sen. Ted Cruz decried a "diversity development fund" to help filmmakers who are people of color. The post Ted Cruz Whines About Network’s ‘Diversity Development Fund’ To Help POC Filmmakers appeared first on NewsOne.

Trayvon Martin's untimely death has had a lasting impact on our discussions about systemic racism and gun violence. The post Celebrating Trayvon Martin: How His Legacy Continues To Thrive appeared first on NewsOne.

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For members of the Black community, water is connected to a troubled history of barriers, stemming from systemic racism, exclusion and limited access to pools and swimming education. The post Breaking Down The Stereotype: Why Can’t Black People Swim? appeared first on NewsOne.