They Could Have Been Jackie Robinson

April 12, 2012

Sixty-five years after he integrated Major League Baseball, a look at others who had a shot at history.

Pastor, Chef and Robot Walk Into a Church

At TEDxHarlem, diverse speakers (and an android) revived the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance.

What If Trayvon Was Standing His Ground?

If the roles were reversed, one wonders if a black teen could have killed and claimed self-defense.

10 Rappers Most Influenced by Biggie

Emcees from Jay-Z to 50 Cent owe a huge debt to the Notorious B.I.G., who was killed 15 years ago.

17 Black Internet Pioneers

These online innovators broke new ground and helped make the Internet what it is today.

Oscars 2012: Most Memorable Moments

Octavia Spencer wins big, Chris Rock gets laughs and Viola Davis goes home empty-handed.

Recap: Grammys Honor Whitney, Etta

Celebrities give the singers a fine send-off. Plus: Nicki Minaj's performance, Adele and more.

Top 5 Whitney Houston Performances

From a Super Bowl song to a pre-fame variety show visit, here are the late legend's best.

20 Tech Game Changers in Black History

These African-American innovators transformed the way we live, play and eat.

'Roots' Cast: Then and Now

Thirty-five years after the iconic miniseries aired, take a look at where its stars ended up.