NAACP issues travel advisory alleging, Florida ‘hostile to African Americans’ Sunday, May 21 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- The national NAACP Board of Directors has issued a formal advisory against traveling to Florida, alleging the state has become "hostile toward African Americans" under the leadership of Gov. Ron DeSantis.The move by the NAACP board calling on travelers nationwide to forgo... Read More.
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade to be honored with President’s Award at NAACP Image Awards Thursday, February 16 by ABC NewsEvery year, the NAACP Image Awards hand out the President's Award, honoring an individual for their distinguished public service. Receiving that award this year are Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade.“We’re thrilled to present this award to Gabrielle Union-Wade and Dwyane Wade who together have consistently utilized their... Read More.
NAACP calls on Justice Department to investigate $90 million Mississippi welfare fraud case Friday, April 15 by ABC News(WASHINGTON) -- The NAACP called on Attorney General Merrick Garland to investigate years of allegations of widespread fraud and misspending in Mississippi totaling a reported $96 million, according to a letter obtained exclusively by ABC News.NAACP President Derrick Johnson called on the Department of Justice... Read More.
Prince Harry, Meghan accept NAACP President’s Award, pay tribute to Ukraine Monday, February 28 by ABC News(LOS ANGELES) -- Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, paid tribute to Ukraine as they accepted their NAACP President's Award.The couple addressed what was happening overseas as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continued to escalate over the weekend."We would like to... Read More.
NAACP Image Awards: Will Smith thanks Denzel Washington; Samuel L. Jackson, Prince Harry & Meghan Markle demand voting rights Monday, February 28 by ABC NewsWhen Will Smith won his first Screen Actors Guild Award Sunday, he received congratulations from his idol, Denzel Washington. The former Fresh Prince was honored for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for King Richard."He's always been a mentor for me and he grabbed... Read More.
NAACP Image Awards: Issa Rae, Will Smith, Angela Bassett win big; Jennifer Hudson takes Entertainer of the Year Saturday, February 26 by ABC NewsAt the 53rd NAACP Image Awards, airing Saturday on BET, singer and actress Jennifer Hudson took home the biggest award of the night: Entertainer of the Year.The 40-year-old American Idol alumna accepted the award in person and thanked the NAACP for recognizing her work. The Respect star also nabbed the... Read More.
Things you may not know about the NAACP Image Awards Friday, February 25 by ABC NewsThe NAACP Image Awards were established in 1967, to honor outstanding performances in Black theater, music, literature, film and television. Ahead of Saturday's ceremony, here are a few bits of information you may or may not know about the “most iconic night in Black excellence”:-... Read More.
Jay-Z and Silk Sonic win NAACP Image Awards; Mike Epps portrays Richard Pryor; and more Friday, February 25 by ABC NewsJay-Z and Silk Sonic were among the music winners Thursday during the fourth night of the 53rd NAACP Image Awards non-televised award categories.Hova and Jeymes Samuel won Outstanding Soundtrack for The Harder They Fall, and Silk Sonic, consisting of Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak, was honored for Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration.Saweetie received the... Read More.
Prince Harry, Meghan to receive NAACP President’s Award Thursday, February 24 by ABC NewsPrince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are being recognized for their social justice work.Ahead of the 53rd NAACP Image Awards on Saturday, the NAACP and BET announced the couple will receive the President's Award, which is given to those who... Read More.
Martin TV series 30th anniversary reunion; Will Smith wins NAACP Image Award for his memoir; and more Tuesday, February 22 by ABC NewsMartin Lawrence and his TV series crew are back together again to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his self-titled sitcom. Taping for reunion special began Sunday; it'll air on BET+ later this year.“To be able to sit here thirty years later with... Read More.
