Assignment Desk

How will you spend your Fourth of July?

hhanks — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:17:24 GMT

Many towns across the U.S. celebrate Independence Day in a big way, with fireworks and parades, while families and friends often enjoy the holiday with cookouts and pool parties.

What will you do to observe the Fourth of July this year? Share your photos and video of celebrations near you.

Remembering Michael Jackson

tyson — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:09:16 GMT

For many fans, Michael Jackson was more than a performer: He was an icon, an inspiration, even an obsession. Do you have a special memory of the legendary pop artist? Please share it here.

Reclaiming the Dream

tyson — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:41:48 GMT

This August, CNN & ESSENCE Magazine present "Reclaiming the Dream," a town-hall featuring leaders and community organizers who are working everyday to transform the black experience in America; they’re tackling issues such as family, education, men's health and HIV/AIDS.

We want you to join this conversation.

Grab a camera and ask the questions you want answered by our experts like ESSENCE Editor-in-Chief Angela Burt Murray, NAACP President Ben Jealous, Phill Wilson of the Black AIDS Institute, activist Malaak Compton-Rock, comedian Steve Harvey and Dr. Steve Perry of Capital Prep. If selected, we’ll present your questions to our panelists in this special CNN/ESSENCE Magazine co-production.

See all special iReport assignments that are part of CNN's Black in America coverage.

Sound Off

tyson — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 16:52:06 GMT

Got something to say? Well, here's your place to say it.

Fire up your webcam and share your thoughts on the issues of the day.

(Want to see your comments and opinion on CNN? Keep it clean, and keep it under 60 seconds.)

Help Obama kick the habit

hhanks — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:34:17 GMT

Like many Americans, President Obama acknowledges that despite his efforts, he still hasn’t conquered his smoking habit. At a recent press conference, he said that he was “95 percent cured” but occasionally “falls off the wagon”.

Have you successfully kicked the habit? What worked for you? What advice do you have for the president?