'Barack Obama Boulevard' unveiled in Los Angeles

Los Angeles now has a "Barack Obama Boulevard," a tribute to the 44th president of the United States.

Biden: 'I take responsibility' for Anita Hill hearings

Former Vice President Joe Biden said Monday that he takes responsibility for the fact that Anita Hill was "not treated well" in 1991 when she accused then-Supreme Court-nominee Clarence Thomas of sexual harassment and Biden led the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Obamas unveil slate of series, documentaries for Netflix

NEW YORK (AP) - Barack and Michelle Obama on Tuesday unveiled a slate of projects they are preparing for Netflix, a year after the former president and first lady signed a deal with the streaming platform. The Obamas' production company, Higher Ground Productions, on Tuesday announced a total of seven films and series that Barack Obama said will entertain but also "educate, connect and...

Appeals court denies Bill Cosby's latest bid for bail

An appeals court has denied Bill Cosby's latest request to leave prison on bail while he fights his sex-assault conviction.

Biden entry sparks a sharper edge to Democratic race

As she campaigned through Iowa this week, Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts didn't hesitate to jab the newest contender in the 2020 Democratic presidential primary: Joe Biden.

Joe Biden makes long-anticipated 2020 presidential run announcement

Former Vice President Joe Biden made the long anticipated announcement Thursday that he will pursue the Democratic nomination in the 2020 election.

Former Vice President Joe Biden launches 2020 presidential campaign

Joe Biden has officially launched his presidential campaign for 2020, making him the 20th Democratic candidate to join the race.

Cosby renews attacks on trial judge as he seeks bail

Imprisoned actor Bill Cosby is renewing attacks on a Pennsylvania trial judge as he again seeks bail while he appeals his sex-assault conviction.

Simmons, Embiid usher 76ers past Nets and into 2nd round

The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 122-100—advancing them to the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Brothers sue Jussie Smollett's lawyers, claiming defamation

Two brothers who say they helped Jussie Smollett stage a racist and homophobic attack against himself sued the "Empire" actor's attorneys on Tuesday, accusing them of defamation by continuing to insist publicly that the brothers carried out a real, bigoted attack on Smollett despite knowing that wasn't true.

Bill Cosby fighting $1M/month legal bill in arbitration

A fee dispute between actor Bill Cosby and a Los Angeles law firm shows the firm billed him about $1 million a month in the run-up to his first sex assault trial.

Beyoncé pens tribute to Michelle Obama for Time's 100 most influential people

Beyoncé penned a heartfelt tribute to former first lady Michelle Obama for Time magazine’s 100 most influential people of 2019. The “Halo” singer wrote that “loving” the former first lady “came naturally” because “of how she carried herself.”

Report: Joe Biden to announce presidential bid next week

Former Vice President Joe Biden is expected to officially launch his presidential bid next Wednesday, according to The Atlantic.

Upset Bill Cosby says insurer settles another accuser's suit

Imprisoned actor Bill Cosby says his insurance company is settling another lawsuit filed by a female accuser without his permission.

City of Chicago sues Jussie Smollett for police investigative costs

Chicago filed a lawsuit against Jussie Smollett on Thursday in a bid to recoup the costs of investigating a racist, anti-gay attack that authorities say was orchestrated by the "Empire" actor as a publicity stunt, with the city saying - at minimum - that it now wants triple the amount it initially asked Smollett to pay.

Former President Barack Obama honors Nipsey Hussle with letter highlighting rapper's civic work

Former President Barack Obama honored Nipsey Hussle Thursday with a letter highlighting the rapper's accomplishments and community service that was read during the memorial service at Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles.

Oprah commits $2 million to Puerto Rico relief

Media mogul Oprah Winfrey is donating $2 million to aid in the revitalization of Puerto Rico.