Assignment Desk

Coup in Honduras

lila — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 02:22:24 GMT

Honduran President Jose Manuel Zelaya was ousted in a military coup Sunday following weeks of political conflict over a proposed referendum about presidential term limits. Zelaya's supporters responded with protests in the streets of Tegucigalpa.

Are you in Honduras? CNN would like to like to hear your story. Share photos and videos by uploading them below, and tell us what you're seeing and what you think about it.

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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.

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.

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?