Virginia McLaurin, centenarian who danced with the Obamas, dies at 113
A video of Virginia McLaurin meeting the former first couple and breaking out into a dance went viral in 2016.
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White House counts on private sector help to end U.S. hunger by 2030
The Biden administration is relying on a variety of private-sector partnerships to help fund and implement goal of ending hunger in America by 2030.
Obama portraits unveiled at White House
Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama returned to the White House for the unveiling of their official portraits — their first time back to their former home since they left in 2017.
Viola Davis On Playing Michelle Obama
Viola Davis on playing Michelle Obama: There was 'a huge amount of fear'
Michelle Obama Talks About Her New Netflix Show, Her Daughters And More
Michelle Obama talks about her new Netflix show, her daughters and more
'He Developed From An Unlikely Presidential Candidate To A World Leader': Steve Kroft On 'Barack Obama: The 60 Minutes Interviews' Audiobook
President Barack Obama was interviewed 17 times by Steve Kroft while he was at CBS News. The former 60 Minutes correspondent discusses his new audiobook featuring all his conversations with the 44th President.
Michelle Obama's 'Becoming' Book Tour To Be Highlighted In Netflix Documentary
Michelle Obama's becoming book tour to be highlighted in Netflix documentary.
Viola Davis To Portray Michelle Obama In White House Drama
Viola Davis will star as former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama in the forthcoming White House series First Ladies.
First Lady, James Corden Hit The Road For 'Carpool Karaoke'
It was a musical joyride for Michelle Obama as she joined James Corden for a "Carpool Karaoke" session that aired Wednesday on the late-night host's CBS show.
First Lady's 'Carpool Karaoke' Video Airing Tonight
Michelle Obama's "Carpool Karaoke" joyride with James Corden will air Wednesday on the late-night host's CBS show.
First Lady Michelle Obama To Join James Corden For 'Carpool Karaoke'
The first lady announced the appearance with Corden as she launched her Snapchat account, "MichelleObama."
37th Annual Kennedy Center Honorees Announced
Continuing a longstanding tradition, CBS will broadcast The 37th Annual Kennedy Center Honors.
Mo Ivory: OK Beyonce - First We Run The World, Now We Should "Bow Down"?!
Opinion: Jamie Foxx's Obama Is Our Lord And Savior Remark Is Ridiculous And Disturbing
No one can equate to God. And, it's about time someone stood up to Jamie Foxx and his ilk to teach them that – or at least try to teach them that.
Opinion: Romney Gives Obama Debate Trouncing As Anniversary Gift
While Michelle Obama was complaining to the media that yesterday wasn't much of a 20th anniversary for her and her husband, Mitt Romney was planning his anniversary gift to be presented on the national stage – a slam dunk performance in the first presidential debate against the basketball-loving president.
Opinion: Obama Says He Is Bored With Debate Prep, Really He's Afraid To Defend His Failed Record
Preparing for this debate has got to be the most depressing thing Obama has ever done. He must be staring at facts and figures that he can hardly believe – and then realize he has to defend them come Wednesday night – with his biggest critic, Mitt Romney – and the nation – staring at him. It's going to be terrible for Obama.
Opinion: Stop, Michelle Obama! The Children Are Hungry
In recent decades, the government has taken to feeding needy children to combat the negativity of trying to learn while being hungry. Now, with new Obama administration regulations on school lunches, we have a government that is causing hunger.
Opinion: Preview Of November? Democrats Trounce Republicans In Convention Ratings
The early returns are in and, according to the Neilson rating company, the Democrats beat the Republicans... and the NFL.
Opinion: Thanks To Clint And Clinton, We Almost Stayed Awake
The Republican and Democratic National Conventions of 2012 – yawn-per-yawn – have to be the most uninspiring political conventions in recent history.
Mo's Night At The Time Warner Arena...All Michelle!
Opinion: Democrats Offer A Positive Vision For The Future At Convention After GOP Offers Only Attacks
Sitting in the Time Warner Cable Arena last night I was struck by how different the Democratic National Convention was from the Republican event last week. Unlike the Republicans in Tampa, Democrats focused on the fight to preserve the middle class and the American Dream.
Opinion: 2012 Democratic National Convention: Superstar-less And On The Defensive
What a difference four horrendous years makes. Thinking back to the Democratic National Convention of 2008 and now seeing what's going on in Charlotte, North Carolina this week at the Democratic National Convention of 2012 shows stark differences. The Democrats have no star power and pale in comparison to the Republicans' star-packed convention in Tampa.
Biased Media Criticizes Romney's Top Fundraisers
As the media positively and glowingly report high-profile presidential fundraising events for President Barack Obama and the Democratic National Committee, they report on GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney's and the Republican's big-dollar fundraising gatherings in and around Tampa, Florida during the Republican National Convention with total suspicion and even worse.
Opinion: Will Hillary Save The White House For Obama?
With President Barack Obama's Vice President Joe Biden messing up more and more on the campaign trail as time passes, rumors of Biden being sent home to Delaware for good have abounded since last Friday. Will Hillary Clinton step into his place to save the White House for Obama and the Democrats?
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Netflix Hysteria is casting high school students/ teenagers for background
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Coast Guard searching for man overboard from Carnival cruise ship east of Jacksonville
The search for the 35-year-old man is taking place about 185 east of Jacksonville, the Coast Guard said on Tuesday.
Water flowing down hallways of storm-battered Carnival cruise ship terrifies passengers
One passenger asked, "Why would you sail into this storm with 80 miles per hour-plus winds, I mean who does that? What were they thinking?"
People still love Phil Hartman's funny, 25 years after his tragic death
Hartman was fatally shot by his wife Brynn Omdahl on May 28, 1998, before she died by suicide hours later.
Air New Zealand to weigh passengers before boarding their flights in June
Travelers will be asked to stand on a digital scale when they check in for their flight. Their weight will be entered into a survey the air carrier is conducting, but not visible to agents.
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Netflix Hysteria is casting high school students/ teenagers for background
Casting TaylorMade (Casting™) is searching for background artists to play STUDENTS for a few upcoming film .
Coast Guard searching for man overboard from Carnival cruise ship east of Jacksonville
The search for the 35-year-old man is taking place about 185 east of Jacksonville, the Coast Guard said on Tuesday.
Water flowing down hallways of storm-battered Carnival cruise ship terrifies passengers
One passenger asked, "Why would you sail into this storm with 80 miles per hour-plus winds, I mean who does that? What were they thinking?"
People still love Phil Hartman's funny, 25 years after his tragic death
Hartman was fatally shot by his wife Brynn Omdahl on May 28, 1998, before she died by suicide hours later.
Air New Zealand to weigh passengers before boarding their flights in June
Travelers will be asked to stand on a digital scale when they check in for their flight. Their weight will be entered into a survey the air carrier is conducting, but not visible to agents.
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Here's how you can earn some extra cash without leaving the comfort of your home.
Elon Musk says Tesla will advertise for the first time
Tesla CEO Elon Musk told company shareholders Tuesday that the company will advertise for the first time in its history.
Musk confirms Twitter's new CEO is ad guru Linda Yaccarino from NBCUniversal
Elon Musk has confirmed that the new CEO for Twitter, or X Corp. as it's now called, will be NBCUniversal's Linda Yaccarino, an executive with deep ties to the advertising industry.
American consumers are growing worried about a US debt default
US consumer sentiment worsened in May as Americans grew concerned about the economy's direction and a potential default of the US government's debt, according to a report from the Univ. of Michigan.
Peloton is recalling 2 million bikes because seats could break in the middle of a ride
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the seat posts of the bike models involved could break, injuring the riders.
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Woman claiming James Brown was murdered gave potential evidence to prosecutors. Now it's gone
"He was murdered," Brown's manager, Frank Copsidas, said in a 2022 interview. "That's my interpretation, plain and simple. Somebody wanted him dead."
9 injured in shooting near beach in Hollywood, Fla.
Nine people were injured when gunfire erupted along a Florida beachside promenade, sending people frantically running for cover along the crowded beach on Memorial Day.
Oath Keepers head Stewart Rhodes sentenced to 18 years for plot to keep Trump in power
"I dare say we all now hold our collective breaths when an election is approaching. Will we have another January 6 again? That remains to be seen," the judge said.
Rapper Fetty Wap sentenced to 6 years in prison for drug-trafficking scheme
The "Trap Queen" rapper, whose legal name is Willie Maxwell, pleaded guilty in August 2022 to a conspiracy drug charge that carried a mandatory minimum sentence of five years.
Univ. of Idaho suspect Bryan Kohberger, indicted on murder and burglary charges
The suspect in the fatal stabbing last year of four University of Idaho students has been indicted by a grand jury on murder and burglary charges, a court official said.
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The Confess Project Metro Atlanta joins MTV for Third Annual Mental Health Action Day
Cosmetology students joined The Confess Project Metro Atlanta and MTV to take action against mental illness with a hair competition.
J&J Covid-19 vaccine no longer available in the US
The Covid-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson is no longer available in the United States, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
WHO says mpox is no longer a global health emergency
The World Health Organization declared on Thursday the mpox outbreak is no longer a global health emergency.
Mass shooting epidemic takes mental health toll on Metro Atlanta residents
The loss of life and devastation caused by the increasing number of mass shootings has a lingering effect on both adults and children across the country as well as in Metro Atlanta.
US government is testing avian flu vaccines for birds, but ending historic outbreak isn't that simple
Since January 2022, the country has been battling the biggest outbreak yet of highly pathogenic avian influenza in wildlife.
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Michael Jordan described as 'horrible player' and 'horrible to play with' by ex-teammate Scottie Pippen
Speaking on his former Bulls teammate Stacey King's podcast 'Gimme the Hot Sauce' on Friday, Pippen described Jordan as a "horrible player."
10-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony announces his retirement
Carmelo Anthony, one of the greatest scorers the NBA has ever seen, has announced his retirement from basketball at the age of 38.
Ja Morant suspended by Memphis Grizzlies after 2nd gun-toting social media video emerges
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has been suspended from team activities after an Instagram Live video appeared to show him flashing a gun while in a vehicle.
NFL's Washington Commanders agree to sell the team to group led by Josh Harris
Dan and Tanya Snyder agreed to sell the Washington Commanders franchise to a group led by Josh Harris on Friday, according to a statement from the team and the investment group.
Why Ryan Reynolds, Snoop Dogg, other celebrities want to buy the Ottawa Senators
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Tim Scott once described own police reform bill as a 'defund' bill – before attacking Democrats
Republican presidential candidate Sen. Tim Scott once said his 2020 police reform bill would "defund" local police departments from federal grants.
CNN to host Republican town hall with former Vice President Mike Pence June 7
The town hall will be moderated by CNN's Dana Bash on Wednesday, June 7, at 9 p.m. ET from Grand View University in Des Moines.
South Carolina governor signs 6-week abortion bill into law
South Carolina now joins a list of Republican-led states, particularly in the South, that have championed sweeping abortion restrictions.
Montana is banning TikTok. But can the state enforce the law and fend off lawsuits?
Montana Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte signed the law Wednesday expecting a legal fight. The law also faces questions over whether it can actually be enforced.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis launches 2024 presidential campaign to challenge Trump
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis entered the 2024 presidential race on Wednesday, stepping into a crowded Republican primary contest.
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People still love Phil Hartman's funny, 25 years after his tragic death
Hartman was fatally shot by his wife Brynn Omdahl on May 28, 1998, before she died by suicide hours later.
Paul Walker honored by brother Cody who names newborn son after the 'Fast & Furious' star
"Paul William Walker IV and that name goes back four generations. It was important to me to have that name carry on."
Tom Hanks addresses America's future in Harvard speech: 'Truth is sacred'
Hanks said, "the truth, to some, is no longer empirical. It's no longer based on data nor common sense nor even common decency."
Edward James Olmos reveals he had throat cancer
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''The Little Mermaid'' shines, thanks to Halle Bailey and a warm wave of nostalgia
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Hollywood Minute 5/30: "John Wick 5" in development
Lionsgate confirms a fifth "John Wick" movie, "Ghost Adventures" heads to Lake Mead, and the "Ninja Turtles" move up. (CNN)
Focus Atlanta - This Is It BBQ Anniversary Celebration
This Is It BBQ invites the public to celebrate their anniversary with a free viewing of the founder’s story at the Fox Theatre.
Focus Atlanta - Women of Strength
Pepsico and Mary J. Blige honor four local non-profits with funds and support
Focus Atlanta - Tee Off for Teens
100 Black Women of Atlanta gear up for their Annual Golf Tournament to benefit scholarships for students.