NBA Star Gary Payton II Surprises Mom with College Degree Before Playoff Game
“I was so surprised!!!” Monique Payton told the Associated Press via text message. “I had no idea he was going to complete his degree! I had forgotten all about it!…
KRS-One, Arrested Development, The Ohio Players, and More Headline 2023 Juneteenth Festival
The festival runs from June 16-19, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania As the summertime nears, that means more fun in the sun and festivals. We’re learning who is performing at Pittsburgh’s…
Who Killed Jordan Neely? Police Silence Over Former Marine Raises Questions
“NYPD let his killer go. Imagine a Black ex marine choking a homeless white man to death and police letting him walk away.” Questions have been raised about the New…
‘He Got Game’ At 25: How the Film Sparked A Cultural Revolution
Spike Lee on the 25th Anniversary of ‘He Got Game,’ Casting Ray Allen and the Inspiration Behind the Iconic Film By Jael Rucker We hear the words legendary, iconic, and…
Here’s Why These Black Farmers are Celebrating the Historic Sale of Their Land.
Today, he says the patience of the farmers has paid off after the land was officially sold to Orgill Inc., a hardware distributor. By Abu Mubarik For nearly two centuries,…
Here is How the Astute West African Emperor Mansa Musa Became the Richest Person in History
His story is a testament to the power of determination, resourcefulness, and shrewdness in the pursuit of wealth and success. Mansa Musa, the emperor of the Mali Empire, was widely…
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg Investigating Chokehold Death of Homeless Black Man on NYC Subway
Outrage grew over the deadly encounter after disturbing footage emerged showing the vigilante holding Neely in a headlock as another rider helped pin the man down on the train floor.…
Lil’ Kim to Join Janet Jackson on ‘Together Again Tour’
According to the venue’s official website, Lil’ Kim is filling in for Ludacris, the main support for Jackson’s tour. By ANTWANE FOLK Lil’ Kim is set to join as a…
Fox Cancels ‘9-1-1,’ But It Stays Alive By Moving To ABC For Season 7
In a shocking move from Fox, 9-1-1 has been canceled, but it will move to ABC for its seventh season. By Nellie Andreeva In a clear sign of broadcast’s evolving…
Charles Barkley Says Michael Jordan Gave Advice On His Nike Deal That Led To ’10 Times More’ In The Long Run
In this instance, Barkley’s bringing attention to his contract with Nike that the Chicago Bulls legend advised him on. By Samantha Dorisca In spite of his uneasy relationship with Michael…