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Details: Written by The Skanner News; Published: 26 July 2021

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Cartooning While Black gallery exhibit on display in New York City through August 5

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 16 July 2021

Actress Marla Gibbs is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 09 July 2021

(Photo/ Allyson Felix via Instagram)

Allyson Felix launched a new athletic footwear brand for women, proving to Nike executives that she knows exactly where her "place" is

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 09 July 2021

Here comes the bride!

Details: Written by MARYCLAIRE DALE Associated Press; Published: 30 June 2021

In this April 26, 2018 file photo, actor and comedian Bill Cosby departs the courthouse after he was found guilty in his sexual assault retrial, at the Montgomery County Courthouse in Norristown, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Pennsylvania’s highest court ruled that the prosecutor who brought the case was bound by his predecessor's agreement not to charge Cosby

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 25 June 2021

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The 11-year-old is already a pro on the scene, making her debut at the Bill Pickett Rodeo at just 5-years-old.

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 24 June 2021

(AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Serena Williams is giving her daughter the game in a series of adorable viral videos

Details: Written by By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. AP Entertainment Writer; Published: 18 June 2021

(AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is an NBA legend, but the man known for his trademark skyhook shot has also devoted his life advocating for equality and social justice.

Details: Written by by BOTWC Staff; Published: 17 June 2021

(Photo/ Saundra Adams via Facebook)

Chancellor Lee Adams overcame unimaginable tragedy and is now a high school graduate.

Details: Written by MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer; Published: 11 June 2021

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Carrie Underwood extended her record as the most decorated artist in the history of the CMT Music Awards, thanks to her song “Hallelujah.”

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