Katrina Anniversary
August 30, 2010 12:00 am
New Orleans Times-Picayune coverage of Hurricane Katrina anniversary. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 7/21/10
August 21, 2010 12:00 am
The President takes on Republicans for blocking campaign finance reform. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 8/14/10
August 14, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama marks the 75th anniversary of Social Security. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 8/07/10
August 07, 2010 12:00 am
The President discusses a new report on the status of Medicare. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 7/17/10
July 17, 2010 12:00 am
A challenge to Republicans to help the unemployed and small businesses. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 7/10/10
July 10, 2010 12:00 am
A new initiative to help veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 7/3/10
July 03, 2010 12:00 am
The President announces a $2 billion solar energy initiative. Read More
What To the Slave Is the Fourth of July?
July 02, 2010 12:00 am
By Frederick DouglassOur annual reprint of Mr. Douglass' masterful oratory delivered in 1852. Read More
ADP Jobs Report - Little Good News
July 01, 2010 12:00 am
By NorthStar News StaffMonthly jobs report foreshadows Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Read More
NABJ Celebrates Social Media Day
Black journalists on BlogTalk Radio
June 30, 2010 12:00 am
BlogTalk Radio show, with NS Executive Editor Walter Fields as a guest. Read More
FCC Looks at Media Ownership
Agency seeks public comment during quadrennial review
June 28, 2010 12:00 am
By NorthStar NewsFederal communications agency is reviewing media ownership. Read More
Civil Rights Groups on Kagan
June 28, 2010 12:00 am
By NorthStar News StaffThe positions of civil rights groups on Elena Kagan Supreme Court nomination. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 6/26/10
June 26, 2010 12:00 am
The President urges Congress to send him the bill on Wall Street reform. Watch Video
Wall Street Reform Deal Set
House and Senate reach agreement on financial reform
June 25, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama comments on the Wall Street reform deal reached by Congress. Watch Video
President's Weekly Address - 6/19/10
June 19, 2010 12:00 am
President calls on Republicans to stop blocking key legislation. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 6/12/10
June 12, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama calls on Senate Republicans to act on Medicare. Read More
The Education of Artur Davis
Obama “success” model has limited reach in states
June 10, 2010 12:00 am
By NorthStar News StaffDavis' train wreck in Alabama is a cautionary tale for Black politicians. Read More
Black Music Month
We need a return to a message
June 08, 2010 12:00 am
In honor of Black Music Month, we share some of our favorite music. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 6/5/10
June 05, 2010 12:00 am
The President speaks from Louisiana on the status of the BP oil spill. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 5/29/10
May 29, 2010 12:00 am
Honoring the memory of soldiers who have died serving America. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 5/22/10
May 22, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama announces the commission to examine the BP oil spill. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 5/15/10
May 15, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama discusses his efforts to enact financial reform. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 5/8/10
May 08, 2010 12:00 am
The President addresses health care reforms already taking effect. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 5/1/10
May 01, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama addresses the need for campaign finance reform. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 4/24/10
April 24, 2010 12:00 am
The President calls reform of Wall Street one of the nation's priorities. Read More
President's Weekly Address - 4/17/10
April 17, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama details his efforts to hold Wall Street bankers accountable. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 4/3/10
April 03, 2010 12:00 am

President Obama extends Easter and Passover greetings to the nation. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 3/27/10
March 27, 2010 12:00 am

Health care reform and student loans are the focus of this week's address. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 3/21/10
March 20, 2010 12:00 am

President Obama calls for action on financial reform. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 3/13/10
March 13, 2010 12:00 am
The President addresses the No Child Left Behind Act and school reform. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 3/6/10
March 06, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama explains the benefits of health care reform. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 2/27/20
February 27, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama reacts to Thursday's Health Care Summit. Read More
VIDEO: Health Care Summit
February 27, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama leads bipartisan summit with Congressional leaders. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 2/20/10
February 20, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama addresses the need for health care reform. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 2/13/10
February 13, 2010 12:00 am
The President discusses the "Pay as You Go" law. Read More
VIDEO: Black History Flashback
February 11, 2010 12:00 am
Civil rights leaders demand voting rights at '64 Democratic Convention. Read More
VIDEO: President's News Conference
February 10, 2010 12:00 am
President's news conference on February 9, 2010. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 2/06/10
February 06, 2010 12:00 am
The President urges Congress to act on his proposals to help small businesses. Read More
Ford on Colbert Show
February 03, 2010 12:00 am
Possible NY senatorial candidate Harold Ford on comedian Stephen Colbert's show. Read More
VIDEO: Obama Meets GOP
January 30, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama met with House Republicans in Baltimore to discuss differences. Read More
VIDEO: President's Weekly Address - 1/30/10
January 30, 2010 12:00 am
President Obama focuses on deficit reduction in his weekly address. Read More
Haiti Support Project Statement
January 21, 2010 12:00 am
By Ron DanielsThe Haiti Support Project issues call for a Haiti "Marshall Plan." Read More
Rep. Elijah Cummings
The difficulties of getting things done
October 03, 2009 9:45 am
NorthStarNews.com speaks with Maryland's Rep. Elijah Cummings at the 39th Annual Legislative Conference of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. Watch Video
Haiti in Focus at CBCF
Panel to focus on building support for Republic
September 24, 2009 12:00 am
By NorthStar News StaffRep. John Conyers to host forum on the Republic of Haiti at CBCF ALC. Read More
CBCF Panel to Examine Race
Discussion set against the backdrop of recent events
September 24, 2009 12:00 am
By NorthStar News StaffInstitute for the Black World 21st Century hosts Black Family Summit. Read More
Special Report: Haiti
Reflections on Cruising Into History 2004
August 18, 2009 12:00 am
By Dr. Ron DanielsDr. Ron Daniels recounts the first pilgrimage to Haiti in 2004. Read More
A New Voice in Brooklyn
Newcomer seeks Borough Presidency
August 07, 2009 12:00 am
By NorthStar News StaffBrooklyn native seeks to lead borough; focusing on education and housing. Read More
Stuck on Stupid
A weekly look at the absurd
July 29, 2009 12:00 am
You can't make this stuff up. It seems like the Village Idiots have taken over. Read More
Special Report: Haiti
The Stars Align In Favor of Progress for Haiti
July 22, 2009 12:00 am
By Dr. Ron DanielsDr. Ron Daniels provides background on the special briefing he convened on Capitol Hill. Read More
Black Graves Defiled
Historic Black Cemetery Violated
July 09, 2009 12:00 am
By NorthStar News StaffA historic Black cemetery outside of Chicago has been violated by workers. Read More
Michael Jackson Memorial
July 08, 2009 12:00 am
Watch the webcast of yesterday's memorial service for Michael Jackson. Read More
Remembering a Legend
Michael Jackson, 1958 - 2009
July 07, 2009 12:00 pm
We salute the life, legacy and music of Michael Jackson. Read More
Hill Briefing on Fatherhood
Examines "Julia Carson Responsible Fatherhood and Healthy Families Act"
June 02, 2009 12:00 am
By NorthStar News StaffIllinois Congressman Danny Davis spearheads briefing on fatherhood. Read More
They Went To Sasha & Malia's House
Preschool students visit the White House
April 24, 2009 12:00 am
Candice Harding, Howard University News ServiceHoward U. Hospital Child Development Center preschoolers go to the White House. Read More
NorthStar News Bulletin
Black Unemployment Hits 13.3%
April 03, 2009 8:53 am
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has released unemployment figures for March. Read More
Congress Today
March 23, 2009 12:00 am
Congressional committee hearings of note for March 23, 2009. Read More
Conference on Healthy Marriages
Howard event to underscore responsible parenting
March 19, 2009 12:00 am
By NorthStar News StaffWith the latest U.S. Census Bureau data indicating that 40 percent of U.S. births are out of wedlock, the impact on the family unit is clear. Read More
Congress Today
March 11, 2009 6:00 am
Congressional committee hearings of note for March 11, 2009. Read More
Congress Today
March 10, 2009 11:45 am
Congressional committee hearings of note for March 10, 2009. Read More
NorthStarNews Bulletin
March 06, 2009 12:00 am
Black unemployment hits 13.4 percent in February. Read More
Congress Today
Committee Hearings on Schedule
March 05, 2009 9:10 am
Congressional committee hearings of note for March 5, 2009. Read More
Congress Today
Committee Hearings on Schedule
March 04, 2009 8:00 am
Congressional committee hearings of note for March 4, 2009. Read More
Congress Today
Committee Hearings on Schedule
February 26, 2009 10:05 am
Congressional committee hearings of note for February 26, 2009. Read More
Congress Today
Committee Hearings on Schedule
February 25, 2009 1:00 am
Congressional committee hearings of note for February 25, 2009. Read More
Congress Today
Committee Hearings on Schedule
February 24, 2009 11:45 am
Congressional committee hearings of note for February 24, 2009. Read More
Will Black Colleges Survive Obama Era?
Will post-racial rhetoric kill historic campuses?
December 17, 2008 12:00 am
By NSnewstv StaffIn Georgia there is growing concern over the future of historically Black Albany State University due to a proposal that is being floated in the Georgia legislature to merge the campus with predominantly white Darton College. The move to merge Albany State, a 103 year old institution, is provoking concern and outrage from students, alumni and the Black community in general; that its historical mission will be diluted. Read More
105 Years and Going Strong
New Jersey Woman's Amazing Journey
December 10, 2008 12:00 pm
By NSnewstv StaffShe has seen 18 presidents, beginning with Teddy Roosevelt, during her lifetime and is looking forward to yet another; this time a Black American. In the span of her life Sarah Carter Brown has lived through the Great Depression, Jim Crow, the civil rights movement and the historic 2008 presidential election. Read More
CBCF Book on Sale
Chronicles history of the Congressional Black Caucus
December 10, 2008 1:00 am
BY NSnewstv.comThe Congressional Black Caucus Foundation is offering a holiday sales special on its well documented book detailing the history of the Congressional Black Caucus. Read More
Hill Democrats Name Leadership
November 21, 2008 12:00 am
By NSnewstv StaffSenate and House Democrats select a slate of leadership for the 111th Congress. Read More
Lee Picked to Lead CBC
Hero of anti-war movement gets leadership post
November 20, 2008 12:00 am
By NSnewstv StaffCalifornia Democrat Rep. Barbara Lee has been elected by her peers to be the new chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) for the 111th Congress. Read More
Today in Congress - Sept. 23
September 23, 2008 12:00 am
Today's activities of note on Capitol Hill. Read More
Today in Congress - Sept. 22
September 22, 2008 12:00 am
Today's activities of note on Capitol Hill. Read More
Today in Congress - Sept. 16
September 16, 2008 12:00 am
Today's activities of note on Capitol Hill. Read More
Today in Congress - Sept. 15
September 15, 2008 12:00 am
Today's activities of note on Capitol Hill. Read More
Today in Congress - Sept. 12
September 12, 2008 12:00 am
Today's activities of note on Capitol Hill. Read More
Haiti SOS
September 12, 2008 12:00 am
By NSnewstv StaffYou can make a contribution to Haitian relief efforts through one of the organizations listed. Read More
Today in Congress - Sept. 11
September 11, 2008 12:00 am
Today's activities of note on Capitol Hill. Read More
Today in Congress - Sept. 10
September 10, 2008 12:00 am
Today's activities of note on Capitol Hill. Read More
Layoffs Continue to Impact the Economy
July Numbers Indicate Losses across Industries, Regions
August 29, 2008 12:00 am
By NSnewstv Staff
Employers are continuing to downsize their workforces in the face of the slumping economy. Read More
July Labor Statistics Show Downward Slide
Economy Still Struggling to Rebound
August 29, 2008 12:00 am
By NSnewstv StaffThe U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its monthly Employment Si Read More
In The Aftermath of Sean Bell: The Need for a Special Prosecutor in Police Misconduct Cases
August 27, 2008 1:33 am
By Robert TarverSome issues are best served with quiet reflection. Now, some time after the Sean Bell verdict, the t Read More
All Clinton, All the Time
New York Senator Shows Class on Convention Floor
August 27, 2008 1:33 am

On a drama filled night in Denver, New York Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton left no doubt about her s Read More
BLS reports fatal work related injuries down
Workplaces appear to be safer
August 27, 2008 12:00 am
By NSnewstv StaffThe Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that fatal work injuries declined in 2007, a promising Read More











