How James Jamerson became a bass guitar hero: playing on 23 number one records for Motown By Nick Wells It’s been 40 years since the bass pioneer, James Jamerson, died…
It’s really amazing. Everybody in here believes in me, and my teammates believe in me, my coaches, my family, everyone. By Mildred Europa Taylor Simone Biles continued her 10-year quest…
Along with BET, the deal would have included the cable channel VH1. By Jonathan Landrum Jr. LOS ANGELES — BET won’t be sold after all: Paramount Global decided against selling the majority…
A new study finds that while cannabis, hallucinogens, and binge drinking have increased in recent years, racial gaps in drinking and drug use in the U.S. continue. By Kay Wicker…
Lewis held on to the shoe for nearly four decades before putting them up for auction in 2021. By Ian Servantes Just two years after fetching $1.5 million at auction, a pair of Nike…
For me, it was keeping things diverse By Shanique Yates Marcus Baskerville developed a love for the craft of brewing long before he entered the beer industry. Now, he is owner and…
Motown has released an incredible wealth of previously unheard music from Gaye in the almost four decades since he passed away By Todd Gilchrist From the wah-wah guitar that opens the…
Steppenwolf Theare Company’s spring 2024 lineup will also include Larissa FastHorse’s The Thanksgiving Play. By Meg Masserson Steppenwolf Theatre Company has announced its spring 2024 programming. The ensemble theatre company will…
Frank Cavalluzzi, 57, who faces up to 25 years in prison for each of the nine attempted murder counts on which he was convicted, learns his fate in October. A…
Aliko Dangote’s story is an inspiring one, and also demonstrates the importance of growing up with access to opportunities. By Dorian Smith-Garcia With 8 billion people on this earth, it’s understandable if…