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Baltimore County public schools are exploring ways to reduce suspensions for students of color. Hundreds of educators attended a two-day conference to find solutions.

Atlanta rapper Ludacris will celebrate the 4th of July at the infamous Guantanamo Bay. Ludacris will perform at the annual Freedom Festival at the Windward Ferry Landing.

Even President Obama can't deny how great Drake's "One Dance" is. As the rapper's first No. 1 song continues to remain the hottest track in the country, the folks behind the Baracksdubs YouTube page have created yet another hilarious video. The channel cut together the POTUS' speeches so that he sings "One Dance."

"Sledgehammer" was written by Australian singer/songwriter Sia, who's also responsible for penning Rihanna's 2012 mega hit "Diamonds."

TONIGHT!  Mike Epps, Coco Brown and Tony Rock guest star with Rickey as he host a Stand up comedy show. ALL of the siblings are united but everyone isn’t feeling the “Return of Craig.” Brat & Gary are at it again/ Click here to see an exclusive sneak preview

Gucci Mane is primed to hit your television screen. XXL reports rumors that Guwop may have an Oxygen network reality show in the works…as long as things can be worked around his probation. If the show gets the green light, the series would reportedly focus on his new life out of prison and his relationship with model Keyshia Ka’oir. […]

Faced with D.C.'s sky-rocketing rent and surges in the price of living, Tyree's mother lost her job. The family was forced to make the difficult decision to move into the shelter, which houses around 243 people.

The CEO of pilotEd, a Chicago-based education nonprofit, won a global fellowship for social entrepreneurs. PilotEd has a holistic approach to educating minority students while connecting with the community.

Two videos surfaced of Trick Daddy yelling, cursing, and spitting on a cell phone video.

Combat hair loss with this conditioning black tea rinse.