Tatyana Ali can give herself a pat on the back. She is one of a few child stars who grew up in Hollywood and managed to keep a “no drama lifestyle” as she made the transition to adulthood. With more life experiences under her belt, Ali is immersing herself back into the industry that she loves.

The mid-term elections of 2006 was a major turning point in the American political landscape as the democrats reclaimed the reins of being the majority party in Congress for the first time in over a decade.

Peter Madoff, brother of Bernie Madoff and chief compliance officer of Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities, is the subject of a criminal investigation, the U.S. attorney’s office in New York confirmed Thursday.

Sprite Step Off, the largest step competition in history with a combined prize pool of $1.5 million in scholarships, is coming to Houston this weekend! Fraternities and sororities will battle at Texas Southern (HP&E Arena) on Saturday, January 30th during the Sprite Step Off Regional Final to determine who advances to the National Finals being held next month in Atlanta.

Dr. Cassandra Joubert, Director of the Central California Children’s Institute at California State University, is the author of a new book “Losing Control: Loving A Black Child with Bipolar Disorder.

Join us at Macy’s Throughout the Month of February as we Celebrate Black History Month. Macy’s is hosting a series panel discussion across the country lead by Sheila P. Coates, brand’!

This February, in celebration of the remarkable contributions made by African-Americans, Macy’s commemorates Black History Month with special events that celebrate you. In honor of African-Americans past and present who have made an impact in their communities

President Barack Obama announced Thursday that the federal government will spend $8 billion developing a nationwide high-speed train system — an investment the White House says is needed to help spur long-term economic growth.

J.D. Salinger, author of “The Catcher in the Rye” and others books, has died, according to his literary agent, Phyllis Westberg.

Writing concentrates on the theme of disturbed adolescents and the redemptive qualities of children. Known for reclusive nature; has not given an interview since 1974; Salinger sued to stop British writer Ian Hamilton from publishing In Search of J. D. Salinger: A Writing Life (1935-65) Life-long student of Advaita Vedanta Hinduism.

While Toyota Motor Co. is still figuring out how to alter its marketing in light of its unprecedented and potentially devastating recall of 2.3 million vehicles, General Motors Corp. has already jumped in with an incentive program targeted at Toyota owners.

That’s the most important rule you learn when you play Hide & Seek. “It” covers his eyes and counts, while you run and hide. Then, while “It” looks for you, you try to get Home safely.

Representative Calvin Smyre (GA), President of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL), issues the following statement regarding the State of the Union Address.

In last nights State of the Union Address, President Barack Obama addressed the events of the past year and laid out a compelling vision for carrying the Nation forward.

Apple CEO Steve Jobs on Wednesday unveiled the iPad, the widely and wildly anticipated tablet-style computer that he called “a truly magical and revolutionary product.”

We know the statistics. Nearly one in five American workers is unemployed or underemployed. That means wages are losing ground. One in three homes with a mortgage is under water. Millions of Americans are headed to losing their homes.

President Harry Truman made the “the buck stops here” phrase popular. In his first year, President Barack Obama has invoked that phrase on several occasions, stepping up to take responsibility when his staff or party has messed up.

What kinds of memories are brought to mind when hearing “You Give Good Love?” Does “How Will I Know” automatically bring on a tapping of the feet and dancing? Does “Saving All My Love?” evoke feelings of melancholy because that special someone is far away?

February officially became known as Black History Month because of the initial workings Dr. Carter G. Woodson. He made sure the African American story was told with the establishment of the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History

Our Constitution declares that from time to time, the President shall give to Congress information about the state of our union. For two hundred and twenty years, our leaders have fulfilled this duty. They have done so during periods of prosperity and tranquility.

Texas Motor Transportation Association President and CEO John D. Esparza released a statement following the Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s announcement regarding the ban on texting by commercial motor vehicle drivers.