January 22, 2023 2:00 pm

The bad, brilliant brother from Brooklyn: Hakeem Jeffries Read More

An extension of a lifelong mission to safeguard voting rights and racial justice

December 27, 2022 8:15 am

Bennie Thompson’s historic leadership of the Jan. 6th Committee Read More

November 25, 2022 10:40 am

Nancy Pelosi,the most successful Speaker of the House in US history. Read More

November 16, 2022 8:00 am

Harlem pastor took his ministry to the streets. Read More

October 19, 2022 10:30 am

"Dog whistle" rhetoric supports Tuberville & Greene's overt racism Read More

September 08, 2022 10:00 pm

Serena Williams' greatness is beyond the court Read More

August 14, 2022 10:00 am

Nichelle Nichols' Legacy: "Out of this madness, Uhura appeared" Read More

August 08, 2022 2:30 pm

The legacy of basketball icon Bill Russell Read More

July 20, 2022 3:00 pm

Hybrid In-Person & Virtual Conference Kicks Off On Wednesday In D.C. Read More

June 27, 2022 10:30 am

Civil rights organizations demand bring Brittney Griner home Read More

May 30, 2022 8:00 am

Executive order on policing is a necessary step forward Read More

May 08, 2022 9:00 am

Celebrate the women who shaped racial justice movement. Read More

April 23, 2022 1:30 pm

Elon Musk takeover of Twitter would be a disaster for civil rights Read More

April 16, 2022 3:00 pm

The complexities Of Black pain & Black pride define the black Experience. Read More

February 15, 2022 9:30 am

Coach's lawsuit against NFL an opportunity for substantive change. Read More

February 09, 2022 3:00 pm

Biden creating the most diverse Federal Reserve Board. Read More

January 27, 2022 9:00 am

Mitch McConnell twists facts on Black voting rates. Read More

January 17, 2022 4:00 pm

Sidney Poitier fought for racial justice, onscreen and off. Read More

November 01, 2021 10:15 am

Build Back Better Framework is a down payment on the American dream Read More

October 05, 2021 10:30 am

First Black woman to pilot a spacecraft advocates for equity Read More

September 17, 2021 11:00 am

We are not trapped to repeat the sins of Katrina recovery. Read More

August 30, 2021 10:00 am

Leaders Make Matters Worse By Playing Politics with Students' Health and Education Read More

August 13, 2021 2:30 pm

Richard Trumka leaves a historic legacy of solidarity. Read More

“The New Normal: Diverse, Equitable And Inclusive.”

August 02, 2021 9:00 am

The State of Black America 2021. Read More

July 20, 2021 9:15 am

Civil rights leaders meet with Biden on voting rights. Read More

June 30, 2021 7:00 am

Construction of NUL Empowerment Center in Harlem underway Read More

June 14, 2021 8:30 am

Juneteenth is an opportunity to confront the nation's 'hard history' Read More

Tulsa Massacre exemplifies reluctance to confront White Supremacy

June 01, 2021 9:00 am

A century later, Tulsa massacre haunts the nation's conscience. Read More

Meet Jimmy Crow, Insurrectionist And Suppressor, Heir To Jim And James Crow, Esquire

May 18, 2021 9:30 am

Meet Jimmy Crow, Insurrectionist And Suppressor, Heir To Jim And James Crow, Esquire Read More

May 07, 2021 2:00 pm

Biden and Harris mark 100 days in office. Read More

April 29, 2021 9:00 am

Chauvin conviction marks a turning point on police accountability. Read More

April 09, 2021 2:00 pm

HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge will make equity a priority Read More

#StopAsianHate:

March 22, 2021 10:30 am

Racism, misogyny and easy access to guns are a deadly combination. Read More

March 13, 2021 2:00 pm

Urban League poll shows Majority of Blacks want COVID-19 vaccine. Read More

March 08, 2021 8:30 am

The National Urban League grieves the passing of Vernon Jordan. Read More

February 22, 2021 10:00 am

Coronavirus rescue plan must be big, bold and transformative. Read More

January 25, 2021 11:30 am

Biden and Harris confront historic challenges as they take office Read More

January 11, 2021 11:30 am

For the security of the nation, Donald Trump must be removed from office. Read More

December 30, 2020 12:00 pm

Inadequate Covid-19 Relief Read More

National Urban League has Answers about Vaccines

December 14, 2020 10:30 am

Black America has questions about vaccines. Read More

November 27, 2020 11:00 am

David Dinkins inspired a generation of Black leaders. Read More

October 27, 2020 10:00 am

Racism leaves America vulnerable To foreign manipulation. Read More

September 15, 2020 11:00 am

Keep politics out of the coronavirus approval process Read More

September 10, 2020 2:30 pm

The Commitment March 2020: Get your knee off our necks Read More

August 31, 2020 9:00 am

National Urban League sues to stop Trump's rushed Census timeline Read More

August 22, 2020 7:30 am

National Urban League sues to stop weaponization of Postal Service. Read More

August 04, 2020 9:00 am

Looming wave of evictions will deepen the economic crisis Read More

July 20, 2020 9:00 am

Our children's lives are too precious to risk reopening schools Read More

June 27, 2020 12:30 pm

Plan A: Don't Go In a Crowd. Plan B: If You Do, Make Sure You Wear a Mask Read More

June 09, 2020 9:30 am

George Floyd's killers don't deserve the benefit of the doubt Read More

May 28, 2020 9:00 am

Even while physically distant, 2020 grads find ways to celebrate and inspire. Read More

Passing of Black Enterprise Founder Earl G. Graves, Sr.

April 20, 2020 8:30 am

World of Black-Owned Businesses and Entrepreneurs Has Lost its Greatest Champion Read More

April 05, 2020 11:00 am

Nation's governors and mayor's fill vacuum left by President's failure on COVID-19. Read More

Federal response must include targeted relief to hardest-hit communities

March 23, 2020 9:00 am

Coronavirus crisis highlights racial disparity in healthcare crisis Read More

March 16, 2020 8:00 am

Clyburn endorsement demonstrates the power of the Black vote. Read More

March 05, 2020 12:00 pm

Russia Is Back: Congress Must Stop Foreign Election Tampering Read More

February 13, 2020 1:00 pm

Kobe Bryant, Once A Basketball Wunderkind, Remembered As A #GirlDad Read More

January 24, 2020 12:00 pm

New Jersey does the right thing for diverse communities. Read More

January 21, 2020 10:00 am

War with Iran is ill-Advised and thoughtless. Read More

January 03, 2020 10:00 am

"Living Legend" Tom Joyner's career has transformed Black media. Read More

July 28, 2019 11:30 am

School Vouchers Are a Failed Experiment Read More

January 29, 2019 1:00 pm

Spike Lee’s Best Director Nomination is long overdue. Read More

June 29, 2018 8:00 am

Inhumane immigration policy is an inapt solution to an imaginary crisis. Read More

June 18, 2018 7:00 am

Separated by Borders: Immigration Policy Rips Families Apart. Read More

June 01, 2018 7:00 am

Black Entertainment Trailblazer: The legacy of Debra Lee. Read More

May 21, 2018 8:00 am

Diane Nash: A civil rights icon celebrates her 80th birthday. Read More

May 11, 2018 12:30 pm

Congressional Black Caucus introduces bill based on NUL Marshall Plan. Read More

May 08, 2018 10:00 am

State of Black America: African-Americans Underrepresented in Tech Industries Read More

April 23, 2018 5:00 pm

Starbucks arrests show implicit bias is hiding in plain sight. Read More

March 30, 2018 7:00 am

#MLK50 - Where Do We Go From Here? Read More

March 21, 2018 7:00 am

March for Our Lives follows a venerable tradition of social activism. Read More

March 14, 2018 7:00 am

Razor-thin election results show the importance of voting. Read More

March 07, 2018 7:00 am

Lights, cameras, Inclusion Riders: Reflecting reality on and off screen. Read More

March 05, 2018 8:00 am

Black (Immigrant) Lives Matter. Read More

February 23, 2018 10:00 am

Black Panther is the Superhero - and Heroines - we deserve. Read More

Teens of Parkland have courage and will

February 21, 2018 7:00 am

Nothing stands in the way of gun reform but courage and lack of will. Read More

February 12, 2018 7:00 am

Urban Leaguers ready to fight for a fair and accurate 2020 Census. Read More

January 22, 2018 10:30 am

Haiti slur; reprehensible but not surprising. Read More

January 12, 2018 7:00 am

King's anti-poverty campaign experiences a 21st century revival. Read More

January 05, 2018 10:00 am

2018 marks the 50th anniversary of a momentous year in civil rights. Read More

December 19, 2017 7:00 am

'Tis the season to remain woke. Read More

December 17, 2017 10:00 am

National Urban League mourns the loss of trailblazing journalist Simeon Booker. Read More

November 24, 2017 9:30 am

No success without a successor: Urban League 25. Read More

November 18, 2017 7:00 am

History of Thanksgiving in the U.S. is a quest for unity. Read More

November 11, 2017 12:00 pm

Oscar winner's commitment to social justice earns accolades. Read More

October 31, 2017 10:00 am

The digital revolution will be powered by Black Millennials. Read More

October 02, 2017 9:30 am

Racist extremism remains a crisis in the United States. Read More

September 22, 2017 11:00 am

As students head back to school, we support their plans success. Read More

September 15, 2017 5:30 pm

Reinstate DACA and protect Dreamers. Read More

September 11, 2017 7:00 am

Tribute to Harriet Tubman is a step forward; abandoning plan would be a mistake. Read More

September 03, 2017 12:30 pm

The nation must come together to help Hurricane Harvey victims rebuild. Read More

August 11, 2017 11:00 am

Affirmative Action: Dissecting rhetoric from reality. Read More

August 07, 2017 7:30 am

Ferguson Empowerment Center is a tribute to movement for social change. Read More

July 21, 2017 11:10 am

50 Years of Black Mayors. Read More

July 14, 2017 7:00 am

Civil rights icon Rev. William Barber charts new course down beaten paths. Read More

July 06, 2017 4:30 pm

State officials defy sham Trump election commission. Read More

June 09, 2017 7:30 am

Back to the future: Civil rights, Wade Henderson and the next generation. Read More

May 25, 2017 2:30 pm

Trump administration charts a course to criminal injustice. Read More

May 19, 2017 11:45 am

Weapon of Mass Deception: Trump's Sham Voting Fraud Commission. Read More

May 12, 2017 7:00 am

The National Urban League presents "State of Black America" airs May 31. Read More

May 05, 2017 4:30 pm

2017 State of Black America: Protect our Progress. Read More

April 27, 2017 1:30 pm

Forced out at FOX. The king of cable news gets canceled. Read More

April 21, 2017 11:00 am

America needs comprehensive infrastructure investment. Read More

April 14, 2017 9:00 am

In a victory for voting rights, Texas I.D. law struck down for fifth time. Read More

April 07, 2017 3:00 pm

National Urban League mourns the passing of civil rights icon Roger Wilkins. Read More

March 30, 2017 3:30 pm

Federal budget proposal favors military contractors over citizens. Read More

March 24, 2017 12:00 pm

Judge Gorsuch has not met the civil rights standard to earn our support. Read More

March 16, 2017 11:00 am

American Health Care Act: Un-American, Un-Healthy and Un-Caring. Read More

March 09, 2017 7:00 am

Viola Davis: A historic talent earns a historic distinction. Read More

March 02, 2017 7:00 am

Private prisons resurrection represents pay-to-play. Read More

February 27, 2017 9:30 am

Claims of "fake news" are an insult to an institution that advances liberty. Read More

February 21, 2017 9:30 am

Yale University consigns a present-day monument to the past. Read More

February 17, 2017 8:00 am

U.S. Senate has failed to move the needle when it comes to diversity. Read More

February 15, 2017 7:00 pm

New Justice must bring independence to the Supreme Court. Read More

December 26, 2016 8:00 am

The nomination of Senator Sessions. Read More

December 15, 2016 10:30 am

Foreign influence and the integrity of our democracy. Read More

December 09, 2016 7:00 am

World AIDS Day 2016: Envisioning the beginning of the end. Read More

December 01, 2016 5:00 pm

Fidel Castro: A legend loved and loathed. Read More

November 23, 2016 7:00 am

Looking for ways to make democracy more democratic. Read More

November 18, 2016 4:30 pm

Do not be complacent in the face of hate. Read More

November 10, 2016 11:00 am

America faces a time for racial healing. Read More

November 04, 2016 11:30 am

Democracy at the Ballot Box: #OurVoteMatters Read More

October 28, 2016 7:00 am

Ohio bus tour encourages voters of color to head to the polls. Read More

October 17, 2016 7:00 am

Exercise your right to vote. Read More

October 10, 2016 11:30 am

Advancing diversity in law enforcement. Read More

August 28, 2016 7:00 am

The 2016 Olympic Games: Diversity wins gold in Rio Read More

August 18, 2016 6:30 am

Hillary Clinton stands on the shoulders of Shirley Chisholm. Read More

July 30, 2016 8:00 am

A message to the next President: Invest in America. Read More

July 28, 2016 7:00 am

Save our Cities: Education, Jobs & Justice. Read More

July 11, 2016 7:00 am

Jesse Williams, a rising star among a new generation of civil rights activists Read More

July 05, 2016 7:00 am

New momentum on common sense gun reform Read More

June 27, 2016 8:00 am

Class of 2016: Beating the Odds Read More

June 13, 2016 8:30 am

Muhammad Ali: A Fighter in and out of the Ring Read More

May 02, 2016 11:00 am

Nothing compares 2 U. Remembering the artist & Humanitarian: Prince. Read More

April 22, 2016 7:00 am

The Fight for $15: Lifting communities from poverty by raising the minimum wage Read More

April 11, 2016 1:00 pm

The Fair Housing Act, 48 Years later Read More

April 01, 2016 7:00 am

Rejecting the freedom to discriminate. Read More

March 24, 2016 7:00 am

Obama Cares; Celebrating six years of the Affordable Care Act. Read More

March 17, 2016 2:34 pm

Women's History Month, contributions, past and present. Read More

March 03, 2016 3:00 pm

The color of money: Reaping the dividends of entrepreneurship. Read More

February 26, 2016 7:00 am

The Mighty 9 push a 21st Century agenda for jobs and freedom Read More

February 18, 2016 7:30 am

Ending a Lifetime Sentence: Maryland Restores Voting Rights to Ex-Offenders. Read More

February 11, 2016 6:30 am

Maurice White, American music's shining star is dimmed. Read More

February 04, 2016 7:00 am

Tackling the Academy’s Diversity Deficit With the NFL’s Playbook Read More

January 28, 2016 10:00 am

Black History Month serves not only to educate, but to inspire. Read More

January 20, 2016 2:00 pm

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and The Gospel of Action Read More

January 07, 2016 8:30 am

Natalie Cole: Still Unforgettable. Read More

December 23, 2015 10:30 am

What will 2016 bring for economic & political opportunity, and social justice. Read More

December 18, 2015 6:30 am

Corporate Mergers: Good or Bad for Diversity? Read More

December 10, 2015 7:00 am

Lies and coverups in Chicago. Read More

December 07, 2015 7:00 am

Sounding the alarm: HIV's hold on communities of color. Read More

November 24, 2015 8:30 am

Act now to make anti-poverty tax credits permanent. Read More

November 16, 2015 9:30 am

The Higher Education Act: 50 years of making college achievable. Read More

November 06, 2015 12:00 pm

Rigged: Racial bias in jury selection. Read More

October 22, 2015 9:30 am

Education is the key; nation must make it a priority. Read More

October 19, 2015 6:00 am

Black Lives Matter, a rallying cry for our times. Read More

October 12, 2015 8:15 am

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Raising awareness and saving lives. Read More

October 02, 2015 6:30 am

Stand Your Ground Laws: A license to kill. Read More

August 21, 2015 7:30 am

Julian Bond was never one to shrink away from a worthy fight. Read More

August 17, 2015 1:00 pm

Restoring the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Read More

August 06, 2015 6:00 am

Sandra Bland's Life Mattered: Transforming our criminal justice system Read More

July 28, 2015 7:00 am

Save our Cities: The 2015 National Urban League Conference. Read More

July 17, 2015 11:30 am

Ferguson Rebirth: Breaking new ground on our once scorched land. Read More

July 16, 2015 7:00 am

How will the 2016's presidential candidates save our cities. Read More

June 25, 2015 9:00 am

One Nation,One Flag Read More

June 17, 2015 7:00 am

Making certain every child achieves. Read More

June 12, 2015 6:30 am

Summer jobs pay future dividends to our nation. Read More

June 04, 2015 11:00 am

Nebraska executes the death penalty. Read More

May 21, 2015 9:30 am

The late B.B.King: Why I sing the blues. Read More

May 14, 2015 7:00 am

To the Class of 2015. Read More

May 07, 2015 6:30 am

Women leading at the frontline of the fight for justice in Baltimore. Read More

May 01, 2015 7:00 am

Police Reform Now: The state of emergency in our precincts. Read More

April 27, 2015 5:30 am

Eradicating child poverty one nose at a time. Read More

April 08, 2015 9:30 am

The 2015 State of Black America report - By the numbers: Justice. Read More

April 03, 2015 1:00 pm

The 2015 State of Black America report by the numbers - jobs. Read More

March 26, 2015 5:00 am

The State of Black America - By the Numbers: Part 1, Education Read More

March 23, 2015 6:00 am

Inequity in education funding shortchanges America's future. Read More

March 11, 2015 7:00 am

From Selma to Montgomery - Martyrs of the March Read More

February 26, 2015 9:30 am

Giuliani's words do more than hurt - they divide Read More

Fcaing Hard Truths

February 18, 2015 8:30 am

The rhetoric of race at the crossroads of police reform Read More

February 12, 2015 7:00 am

Malcolm X to El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz – the metamorphosis Read More

February 04, 2015 10:00 am

Tackling the noise before (and after) the big game Read More

January 30, 2015 8:00 am

It's time for Hollywood to act like diversity matters. Read More

January 14, 2015 12:30 pm

More credit and more challenges for President Obama on economy. Read More

December 19, 2014 10:30 am

This is why we march Read More

December 04, 2014 10:30 am

Mel Watt lowers mortgage down payment requirement. Read More

October 16, 2014 8:00 am

The continuing challenge to voting rights by Voter ID laws. Read More

October 08, 2014 9:00 am

Teaming up to urge the nation to “Put Our Children 1st” Read More

September 27, 2014 1:00 pm

Violence against women and children is Wrong – No Tolerance, No Excuses Read More

September 18, 2014 7:30 am

Silicon Valley must embrace diversity. Read More

September 04, 2014 8:00 am

The lessons of Ferguson. Criminal justice system on trial in America. Read More

August 14, 2014 9:00 am

African Leaders Summit: The ties that bind. Read More

August 07, 2014 7:00 am

Making critical strides at FCC towards wireless inclusion. Read More

August 05, 2014 8:00 am

Our annual convention readied us for the fight to build bridge to jobs and justice. Read More

July 25, 2014 7:30 am

National Urban League conference to present diverse points of view. Read More

July 21, 2014 6:00 am

National Urban League annual conference kicks off in Cincinnati. Read More

July 16, 2014 1:00 pm

Bipartisan jobs bill tackles urban and youth unemployment. Read More

July 02, 2014 8:30 am

Progress and Unfinished Business 50 Years After the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Read More

June 18, 2014 11:00 am

Ruby Dee exits the stage but remains in our hearts. Read More

June 11, 2014 10:00 am

A chance to fix New York City's minority business enterprise program. Read More

June 05, 2014 8:00 am

Remembering the late Dr. Maya Angelou. Read More

May 28, 2014 7:30 am

Newark,NJ sets down a new path with election of Ras Baraka as mayor. Read More

May 21, 2014 6:00 am

Don’t Mess with Magic: A Man Too Busy to Hate. Read More

May 16, 2014 8:00 am

#BringBackOurGirls: Why We Should Care. Read More

May 01, 2014 7:00 am

Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor is a voice of reason among reckless rhetoric. Read More

April 24, 2014 6:00 am

Johnson-Crapo housing reform is misguided. Read More

April 17, 2014 11:00 am

Voting in November midterm elections more important than ever. Read More

April 10, 2014 8:00 am

Rep. Paul Ryan's budget betrays our nation's moral responsibility. Read More

April 02, 2014 7:00 am

Our 2014 State of Black America reports highlights economic inequality. Read More

March 27, 2014 7:00 am

Supporting the implementation of the Common Core standards. Read More

March 20, 2014 10:30 am

Celebrating the birthday of labor icon Cesar Chavez. Read More

March 13, 2014 7:00 am

Finding promise in the Common Core Standards. Read More

March 05, 2014 12:10 am

Looking at the President's new initiative for young men of color. Read More

February 26, 2014 7:30 am

National Urban League supports education Common Core standards. Read More

February 05, 2014 7:30 am

New York City to end stop and frisk police policy. Read More

January 29, 2014 11:30 am

Income Inequality: A domestic crisis on the world’s stage. Read More

January 21, 2014 1:30 pm

Remembering the life and legacy of Amiri Baraka. Read More

January 15, 2014 10:30 am

Reforming school discipline policies to create a fair system. Read More

January 07, 2014 6:00 am

A new mayor for New York City with a promise of progressive change. Read More

January 02, 2014 6:30 am

As we welcome 2014, a look back at our top 10 events of 2013. Read More

December 11, 2013 6:30 am

What Nelson Mandela meant to America. Read More

December 03, 2013 7:00 am

Obamacare is a new tool to fight AIDS in the Black community. Read More

November 27, 2013 6:00 am

Senate Democrats eliminate a weapon of mass obstruction. Read More

November 20, 2013 6:30 am

12 Years a Slave: A harsh truth we dare not forget. Read More

November 13, 2013 7:00 am

From gridiron to the workplace, we are becoming a nation of bullies. Read More

November 06, 2013 7:00 am

Race and income affect parent engagement and student achievement. Read More

October 29, 2013 7:00 am

Sounding the alarm for our nation's historically Black colleges. Read More

October 23, 2013 6:30 am

Lawmakers must not repeat the government shutdown. Read More

October 17, 2013 8:30 am

Washington's NFL football team should drop the "R" word. Read More

October 09, 2013 9:00 am

Mr. Speaker, don't play politics with the debt limit. Read More

October 01, 2013 10:00 am

The Affordable Care Act arrives on October 1. Read More

September 24, 2013 7:00 am

Black quarterbacks take charge in the NFL, ushering in a golden age. Read More

September 17, 2013 6:00 am

The lessons of "The Butler" are still relevant today. Read More

September 11, 2013 7:00 am

New Fed Chairman must be a proponent of Main Street. Read More

August 29, 2013 8:00 am

Civil rights coalition announces 21st century agenda. Read More

August 20, 2013 7:00 am

March on Washington exposes gap between the American dream and reality. Read More

August 13, 2013 6:30 am

The National Urban League to mark March on Washington 50th Anniversary. Read More

August 06, 2013 8:00 am

The U.S. Supreme Court has again weakened workers' rights. Read More

July 26, 2013 6:00 am

Justice for Trayvon is about justice for all. Read More

July 10, 2013 9:00 am

The State of Black Men - Part One. Read More

July 02, 2013 8:00 am

A week of civil rights contrasts in Washington, DC. Read More

June 25, 2013 2:30 pm

Urban and Rural America: Unleashing possibilities in partnership. Read More

June 19, 2013 8:00 am

A stellar day for African-American actors on Broadway. Read More

June 11, 2013 6:30 am

A trial in search of justice for Trayvon Martin. Read More

June 05, 2013 6:00 am

The U.S. Supreme Court cannot backtrack on affirmative action. Read More

May 29, 2013 7:00 am

It is time to raise the minimum wage to help working Americans. Read More

May 22, 2013 6:30 am

Our focus is on the nation's most urgent issue - unemployment. Read More

May 15, 2013 6:00 am

Black voters achieve a milestone with 2008 presidential election. Read More

May 08, 2013 6:00 am

Challenging the Class of 2013 to serve and live with compassion. Read More

April 30, 2013 7:00 am

Expanding Medicaid is crucial for the nation's economy and health. Read More

April 23, 2013 6:00 am

We ache for the city of Boston and all communities terrorized by violence. Read More

April 16, 2013 6:00 am

Message to Congress: Show courage on gun safety. Read More

April 10, 2013 9:00 am

The State of Black America shows there is much work to be done. Read More

April 02, 2013 6:00 am

New State of Black America report reveals integrated inequality. Read More

March 26, 2013 9:00 am

It is time for Justice Scalia to be educated on Voting Rights Act. Read More

March 20, 2013 8:00 am

Facebook's COO ignites conversation about gender equity. Read More

March 13, 2013 11:00 am

The killing of Trayvon Martin, one year later. Read More

March 05, 2013 6:00 am

We must keep Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act alive. Read More

February 26, 2013 6:00 am

University should take private prison company name off football stadium. Read More

February 19, 2013 6:00 am

The President joins our fight for early childhood education. Read More

February 12, 2013 12:00 am

New documentary on late Urban League leader Whitney Young to premier Read More

February 06, 2013 6:30 am

The Super Bowl comes to Comeback City. Read More

January 29, 2013 6:00 am

A call for jobs, safety and voting rights. Read More

January 16, 2013 7:00 am

A presidential oath framed by the nation's racial past and present. Read More

January 09, 2013 7:00 am

The National Urban League launches $70 million jobs initiative. Read More

January 02, 2013 7:00 am

2012 was a year of triumphs and tragedies. Read More

December 18, 2012 11:00 am

Gun Violence in America: It’s time to turn our tears into sction Read More

December 13, 2012 6:00 am

State of Urban Health Report highlights cases of inequality Read More

December 07, 2012 8:30 am

Black leaders convene to discuss agenda for Black America. Read More

November 28, 2012 12:00 am

Several Black organizations and leaders set to meet on December 3. Read More

November 23, 2012 9:00 am

In this season of thanks, let's remember victims of Hurricane Sandy. Read More

November 14, 2012 6:00 am

The American people re-elect President Obama and vote for action now. Read More

November 08, 2012 7:00 am

There is help and resources for those affected by Hurricane Sandy. Read More

October 24, 2012 12:00 am

Louisiana gets an African-American chief justice of its Supreme Court. Read More

October 19, 2012 6:00 am

Rep. Maxine Waters to become ranking Dem on Financial Services panel. Read More

October 09, 2012 12:00 am

Delay in the implementation of voter ID in Pennsylvania is a victory. Read More

October 04, 2012 7:00 am

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear case on affirmative action this term. Read More

September 26, 2012 12:00 am

Occupy the Vote launches campaign to counter voter suppression efforts. Read More

Occupy the Vote – No Bullies at the Polls

September 20, 2012 6:00 am

We are committed to stopping intimidation and harassment at the polls. Read More

Nike: Just Don't Do It

September 13, 2012 12:00 am

An appeal to Nike to stop plans to market $300 shoe to urban youth. Read More

September 07, 2012 12:41 pm

Women are at the forefront of the Urban League movement. Read More

August 15, 2012 12:00 am

The National Urban League honors two legal giants. Read More

August 07, 2012 12:00 am

The National Urban League honors two icons at recent national convention. Read More

August 02, 2012 12:00 am

President Obama announces a significant education initiative. Read More

July 18, 2012 12:00 am

Black voters are the hidden swing vote in the 2012 presidential election. Read More

July 10, 2012 12:00 am

Remembering a trailblazing Virginia legislator - Yvonne B. Miller. Read More

July 03, 2012 12:00 am

The Chief Justice reigns supreme in historic health care ruling. Read More

June 26, 2012 12:00 am

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Title IX. Read More

June 19, 2012 12:00 am

We must urge Congress to pass the Voter Empowerment Act. Read More

June 12, 2012 12:00 am

Some good news on Black life expectancy in the United States. Read More

June 05, 2012 12:00 am

Floridians win twin victories in the fight against voter suppression. Read More

May 30, 2012 12:00 am

Despite recent reports, Black men should still get PSA screening. Read More

May 22, 2012 12:00 am

New Census data reveals the true colors of America. Read More

May 15, 2012 12:00 am

College students are seeing their dreams robbed by student loan debt. Read More

May 09, 2012 12:00 am

It is time to connect the dots between broadband access and jobs. Read More

May 02, 2012 12:00 am

Encouraging careers in science, technology, engineering and math. Read More

April 24, 2012 12:00 am

Calling upon business lobbying group to back off "Kill at Will" laws. Read More

National Urban League Earns Top Ratings for Management and Accountability

April 18, 2012 12:00 am

Our pride in how we run our organization, protect our legacy. Read More

April 10, 2012 12:00 am

A new , Black "Streetcar Named Desire" pulls into Broadway. Read More

April 03, 2012 12:00 am

Florida's "kill at will" law is blocking justice for Trayvon Martin. Read More

March 27, 2012 12:00 am

Civil rights community mourns the loss of John Payton, head of NAACP LDF. Read More

March 21, 2012 12:00 am

We cannot accept anything less than justice in the death of Trayvon Martin. Read More

March 14, 2012 12:00 am

Remembering Rep. Donald Payne, New Jersey's first Black congressman. Read More

March 06, 2012 12:00 am

November must serve as a rallying point in 2012 as we occupy the vote. Read More

March 01, 2012 12:00 am

A deserving actress receives an Academy Award for stellar performance. Read More

State of Black America Town Hall

February 21, 2012 12:00 am

The National Urban League hosts State of Black America Town Hall. Read More

February 15, 2012 12:00 am

Remembering a music icon - the late Whitney Houston. Read More

February 08, 2012 12:00 am

Remembering Don Cornelius and the legacy of love, peace and soul. Read More

February 01, 2012 12:00 am

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie distorts civil rights history. Read More

January 25, 2012 12:00 am

Remembering the legendary Etta James. Read More

January 18, 2012 12:00 am

The new movie release "Red Tails" shoots down stereotypes. Read More

January 10, 2012 12:00 am

As the King holiday approaches, we are mindful of the assault on voting rights. Read More

January 05, 2012 12:00 am

It's time to kick off 2012 with a new perspective and goals. Read More

Broadband Access for All: Connect Today, Change Your Tomorrow

December 20, 2011 12:00 am

We must make broadband Internet service accessible to all. Read More

December 13, 2011 12:00 am

A new generation of Black women leaders is emerging. Read More

December 06, 2011 12:00 am

We have a moral obligation to address children's poverty in our nation. Read More

November 30, 2011 12:00 am

Occupy the Hood Now! It is time to reclaim our communities. Read More

November 23, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League bestows its highest honor on Alma Brown. Read More

November 16, 2011 12:00 am

Celebrating the life of former heavyweight champion Joe Frazier. Read More

November 08, 2011 12:00 am

New Urban League reports identifies DC as top area for entrepreneurs. Read More

November 01, 2011 12:00 am

Bill in Ohio legislature would produce jobs for jobless in the state. Read More

October 26, 2011 12:00 am

The ill-advised war in Iraq is finally set to end. Read More

October 19, 2011 12:00 am

We can honor the legacy of Dr. King by fighting for jobs. Read More

Shuttlesworth, Bell and Jobs Changed the Course of History

October 12, 2011 12:00 am

We have lost three pioneers who changed the course of history. Read More

October 05, 2011 12:00 am

The President is right to urge Blacks to fight for jobs and equality. Read More

A Long Shadow of Doubt: The Execution of Troy Davis

September 27, 2011 12:00 am

The execution of Troy Davis casts a long shadow of doubt on justice system. Read More

September 22, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League aids victims of mortgage scams. Read More

September 13, 2011 12:00 am

The President's jobs plan is a good start to put Americans back to work. Read More

September 07, 2011 12:00 am

Now that Labor Day has passed, Washington must address the jobs crisis. Read More

August 31, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League Empowerment Summit comes to Atlanta. Read More

August 16, 2011 12:00 am

Congress needs to pass the Urban Jobs Act to help at-risk youth. Read More

August 09, 2011 12:00 am

Mayor Bloomberg joins the fight to support Black men in New York City. Read More

National Urban League Urges President and Congress to Refocus National Debate on Jobs

August 02, 2011 12:00 am

Urban League calls on President and Congress to refocus on creating jobs. Read More

July 26, 2011 12:00 am

Reflections on a recent meeting with President Obama at the White House. Read More

July 21, 2011 12:00 am

National Urban League affiliates work to carry out empowerment agenda. Read More

July 12, 2011 12:00 am

Job creation is priority issue at upcoming Urban League convention. Read More

June 29, 2011 12:00 am

New Black leaders are committed to making job creation a priority. Read More

June 21, 2011 12:00 am

Two of the nation's leading business leaders push jobs agenda. Read More

June 14, 2011 12:00 am

Preparing African American College students for jobs in Corporate America. Read More

Proposed Mortgage Qualification Rule May End Homeownership As We Know It

June 07, 2011 12:00 am

Proposed mortgage qualification rules endanger home ownership. Read More

Saluting the Class of 2011

May 31, 2011 12:00 am

Giving advice and well wishes to the Class of 2011. Read More

Focus remains on creating jobs

May 17, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League visits New England to discuss jobs plan. Read More

Urban Jobs Act – A Powerful Weapon in the War on Unemployment

May 10, 2011 12:00 am

We need to pass the Urban Jobs Act to bring jobs to our communities. Read More

May 03, 2011 12:00 am

Budget cuts to housing counselors further hurts middle class. Read More

Trump Employing “Birther” Issue as a Weapon of Mass Distraction

April 26, 2011 12:00 am

Donald Trump's misinformation campaign is meant to distract public. Read More

McDonald’s Adds 50,000 Jobs

April 19, 2011 12:00 am

McDonald's is serving up more than burgers and fries these days. Read More

April 12, 2011 12:00 am

National Urban League is preparing Blacks to serve on corporate Boards. Read More

April 05, 2011 12:00 am

Is Washington taking notice of the real state of Black America? Read More

Kansas City’s Green Impact Zone Launches War on Unemployment

March 30, 2011 12:00 am

A war on unemployment is shaping up in Kansas City. Read More

March 23, 2011 12:00 am

National Urban League hosts its annual Legislative Policy Conference. Read More

THE issue is Jobs

March 15, 2011 12:00 am

The Urban League releases its annual State of Black America report. Read More

Stop the Lies about the Financial Meltdown

March 08, 2011 12:00 am

Blacks and Latinos are being made scapegoats for the financial crisis. Read More

March 01, 2011 12:00 am

Urban League takes its economic recovery plan on the road to Indiana. Read More

February 22, 2011 12:00 am

Black entrepreneurship is an option of necessity in today's economy. Read More

February 15, 2011 12:00 am

Former NBA star leads Detroit with a new vision for economic recovery. Read More

February 08, 2011 12:00 am

One of the Reconstruction Constitutional amendments is under attack. Read More

R. Sargent Shriver: Architect of the Great Society

February 01, 2011 12:00 am

Remembering Sargent Shriver, architect of the war on poverty. Read More

Green Empowerment Zones Mean Jobs for Communities of Color

January 25, 2011 12:00 am

Now is the time to invest in "green" jobs in urban America. Read More

A Jobs Creation Plan to Rebuild America

January 18, 2011 12:00 am

The National Urban League announces 12-point job creation agenda. Read More

Bill Daley and Gene Sperling Have Done it Before

January 13, 2011 12:00 am

New White House appointees have experience to get the job done. Read More

January 04, 2011 12:00 am

2011 offers the nation another chance to get it right. Read More

Black Farmers Finally Get Justice

December 29, 2010 12:00 am

Black farmers finally get justice for years of mistreatment. Read More

Historic Reforms Enacted by Obama in 2010

December 21, 2010 12:00 am

Despite the rhetoric, the Obama White House scored some victories in 2010. Read More

President Obama to Award Medal of Freedom to Angelou, Lewis and Russell

December 15, 2010 12:00 am

Three Black Americans slated for highest honor for citizenship. Read More

New Governors Include Champions for Cities

December 08, 2010 12:00 am

New governors include supporters of the nation's urban centers. Read More

Mid-Terms Elect New African American Members of Congress

December 01, 2010 12:00 am

The 111th Congress will include several new Black legislators. Read More

Public School Financing – Broke, Busted and Disgusted

November 17, 2010 12:00 am

How we finance public education is flawed and must be fixed. Read More

Childhood Obesity: The Holiday Grinch in Black America

November 09, 2010 12:00 am

Black families must make healthy lifestyles a priority for children. Read More

Black America to Construction Unions: Open Your Doors

November 02, 2010 12:00 am

It's time for the construction trades to end discriminatory practices. Read More

Get Out and Vote on November 2nd

October 19, 2010 12:00 am

After all the rhetoric, all that matters is voting on November 2. Read More

Help is on the way for small businesses

September 29, 2010 12:00 am

President Obama is set to sign legislation aiding small businesses. Read More

September 21, 2010 12:00 am

The National Urban League honors the memory of Dr. Ronald Walters. Read More

One Nation Working Together Rally

September 14, 2010 12:00 am

On October 2 progressives will rally for jobs and social justice in DC. Read More

Is America Marching in Two Different Directions?

September 01, 2010 12:00 am

Two "marches" in DC; is the nation at odds with itself? Read More

Dr. Laura Resigns

August 25, 2010 12:00 am

Dr. Laura provides another example of how some are clueless regarding racism. Read More

Justice Denied to Black Farmers

August 17, 2010 12:00 am

The U.S. Senate again fails to do right by the nation's Black farmers. Read More

Secretary Duncan Announces Equity Commission at National Urban League Conference

August 10, 2010 12:00 am

The Secretary of Education announces new education initiative. Read More

August 04, 2010 12:00 am

President Obama makes a push for education reform. Read More

National Urban League Centennial Conference Celebrates 100 Years

July 22, 2010 12:00 am

The National Urban League prepares for its centennial celebration. Read More

LeBron Fever

July 13, 2010 12:00 am

The LeBron James circus is over, for now. However, it was quite a show. Read More

Senate gets a break; Jobless Don't

July 08, 2010 12:00 am

The Senate has skipped out, leaving the jobless to fend for themselves. Read More

Loose lips sink ship

June 29, 2010 12:00 am

General Stanley McChrystal's loose lips sunk his ship. Read More

BEEP - Real Role Models for our Youth

June 22, 2010 12:00 am

Black Executive Exchange Program provides real role models for youth. Read More

Juneteenth - Back Independence Day

June 15, 2010 12:00 am

June 19 marks the date when Black Americans' independence was certified. Read More

Jobs Crisis Continues

June 08, 2010 12:00 am

Beneath the latest jobs numbers, a crisis is lurking for Blacks. Read More

Rand Paul is on the Wrong Side of History

June 03, 2010 12:00 am

Tea Party candidate Rand Paul is on the wrong side of history. Read More

May 25, 2010 12:00 am

There is still much to be done to achive education equity in our nation. Read More

New Orleans - The Oil This Time

May 11, 2010 12:00 am

Five years after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans has a new challenge. Read More

May 05, 2010 12:00 am

Arizona's new immigration law is offensive to all that is just. Read More

Dorothy Height: An American Treasure

April 27, 2010 12:00 am

With the passing of Dorothy Height, the nation has lost a true treasure. Read More

April 20, 2010 12:00 am

Remembering the legacy of a civil rights legend, Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks. Read More

Time for Action on Summer Jobs for Youth

April 13, 2010 12:00 am

President Obama and Congress must act on summer jobs program for youth. Read More

2010 Census: It's in Our Hands

April 07, 2010 12:00 am

It's not too late to return your Census forms and help our community. Read More

College Basketball Graduation Rates: Keep the Madness; End the Insanity

March 30, 2010 12:00 am

Time to end the insanity around college basketball graduation rates. Read More

The State of Black America 2010

March 23, 2010 12:00 am

The national Urban League releases its annual report on Black America. Read More

Urban League joins Congressional Black Caucus in call for jobs

March 16, 2010 12:00 am

It's time for our nation's leaders to address the unemployment crisis. Read More

Congress fails to deliver on jobs bill

March 09, 2010 12:00 am

Congress comes up short on the jobs bill and needs to start over. Read More

I Am Empowered!

March 02, 2010 12:00 am

National Urban League kicks off campaign as part of 100th anniversary. Read More

Senator Kennedy's Voice is Missed

February 23, 2010 12:00 am

The nation is feeling the loss of the "Lion of the Senate." Read More

Civil Rights Leaders Take Fight for Jobs to the White House

February 18, 2010 12:00 am

Civil rights leaders meet with President on jobs agenda for Blacks. Read More

A Journey of Empowerment to China

February 09, 2010 12:00 am

The National Urban League set out on a historic journey to China. Read More

February 03, 2010 12:00 am

National Urban League launches its centennial anniversary celebration. Read More

Obama: One Year Later

January 26, 2010 12:00 am

The President is off to a good start but still has much work to do. Read More

Help Haiti Now!

January 21, 2010 12:00 am

Haiti needs help now, and so far Americans are responding. Read More

A Publishing and Beauty Pioneer

January 12, 2010 12:00 am

Eunice Walker Johnson's contributions to our nation deserve honor. Read More

Percy Ellis Sutton

January 05, 2010 12:00 am

Celebrating the life of a political and business pioneer. Read More

Farewell to 2009

December 29, 2009 12:00 am

We bid farewell to an eventful first decade of the 21st century. Read More

Get the Count Right

December 22, 2009 12:00 am

Coalition of civil rights groups call for an accurate Census count. Read More

Green Jobs for Black America

December 15, 2009 12:00 am

A green jobs agenda can provide economic opportunity to Black Americans. Read More

National Urban League's Jobs Agenda

December 08, 2009 12:00 am

The National Urban League outlines its jobs agenda for America. Read More

Oprah's Next Big Success

December 01, 2009 12:00 am

Now that she conquered talk television, Oprah Winfrey eyes new challenge. Read More

Urgent Action for Jobs Needed Now

November 25, 2009 12:00 am

President Obama must advance a jobs agenda to avoid economic disaster. Read More

Time for Senate to act on Health Care Reform

November 17, 2009 12:00 am

The Senate must act to pass comprehensive health care reform. Read More

Hate Crimes Bill signed into Law

November 10, 2009 12:00 am

Nation moves one step closer to justice with signing of Shepard-Byrd Act. Read More

By Marc Morial, CEO, National Urban League

November 02, 2009 12:00 am

As the debate heats up on health care reform, Blacks need to be vocal. Read More

It's time to declare "peace" on youth violence

October 27, 2009 12:00 am

It is time to address all of the issues that manifest in violent behavior. Read More

October 23, 2009 12:00 am

The 2010 Census represents an opportunity to be counted and heard. Read More

October 19, 2009 12:00 am

There has been such a whirlwind of analysis, criticism and even some derision among certain segments of the chattering class about President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize, that I decided to go to the source for some answers. Read More