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After a violent incident involving Newage Jerkboy and a police K-9, he was put in a coma before he ultimately died.Read more...

In years past we could count on Black celebrities to speak up for our community. Why are they silent now as he attacks Black art?Read more...

In news that can only be described as "wait, are you serious?" there's new drama brewing between Brian McKnight and his brother Claude. And believe us when we tell you, it's setting social media ablaze. As we previously told you, on May 30, the news broke that Brian's estranged son Niko passed away after a...Read more...

The author and influencer has nearly 200,000 followers on TikTok, including plenty of Black people who are here for all of her content.Read more...

An X post suggesting New York Jets Head Coach Aaron Glenn has the team engaged in Bible study has ignited a controversy over the separation of church and sports.Read more...

This cop just dodged a maximum 10 year prison sentence for assaulting an unarmed woman.Read more...

Before Brian McKnight's son, Niko, died of cancer last week, the singer called him a "product of sin."Read more...

That student's father said the white principal believed their 4th grader was lying before she recommended he go to therapy to address the "anti-racist training "he learned in public school.Read more...

Things between Turner-Smith and Jackson hav been less than stellar since their divorce was finalized back in May 2025.Read more...

Did we just get confirmation that Diddy forced Cassie's parents to pay him 20K?Read more...

Memorial Day was nearly soiled for this family after being attacked in a racially motivated incident.Read more...

Hudson and her eponymous daytime talk show have been the talk of the timelines as of late and now we have a clue as to why.Read more...

From Richard Pryor to Tessa Thompson, we are handing out flowers to some of our favorite Black queer celebrities.Read more...

Greg Mathis didn't sugarcoat a thing when he said Diddy is "much worse than a toxic person," he's "a monster."Read more...

After "Not Like Us," the UMG lawsuit and Pusha T's past beef with Drake, Def Jam took this major step.Read more...

Harvard University just settled a 15-year legal battle with a woman over portraits of her enslaved ancestors.Read more...

The policy drew pushback from dermatologists who say Black soldiers will disproportionately be affected.Read more...

The woman allegedly had plans to take out her whole family including herself.Read more...

Taylor and Pierre have been sparking romance rumors for the last several months, but now things may have taken it up a notch!Read more...

As fans gear up for the latest Spike Lee, Denzel Washington joint "Highest to Lowest--set to premiere August 22, a fun part of the film is now available to explore. But only if you've got the millions in the bank for it. For context, the film takes place in modern-day New York City with Washington's...Read more...

Harvard University just settled a 15-year legal battle with a woman over portraits of her enslaved ancestors.Read more...

Cardi recently blasted her soon-to-be ex-husband for his spousal support request in their divorce and got all the way real about how much she's responsible for.Read more...

Talks of a second iteration of the film blew up over the weekend and now Coogler himself has responded.Read more...

Recent allegations against Harvey Weinstein has stolen spotlight from Diddy, and now the two men are connected for this reason.Read more...

Tennis legend Serena Williams and her husband negotiated a contract laying out the terms of their 7-year-old daughter's weekly allowanceRead more...

In honor of Pride Month 2025, we've some of our favorite books by Black LGBTQ+ authorsRead more...

The rapper's brother had an alleged brawl during an event at a gaming/anime convention.Read more...

Diddy's defense leaned into Mia's texts, accusing her of lying on the stand about her alleged assault.Read more...

Mayor Monroe Nichols' plans for reparations sounds good, but is missing crucial aspects.Read more...

Even Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett ripped into Elon Musk after he announced he's done with DOGE.Read more...

Here's a clue to her clap back....it's two words *giggles*.Read more...

Black activists have been fighting for prison reform for decades, so Todd Chrisley's recent advocacy is drawing criticism.Read more...

Tray Chaney's Georgia home was leveled in a May 29 tornado, now he's waiting by his son's side as he recovers from his injuries in the ICURead more...

EXCLUSIVE: A Roots Picnic attendee explains why, when VIP passes cost $1,400, it shouldn't feel like an episode ofSurvivor"Read more...

"That wasn't just any ordinary day. That was my youngest sister Meilean Byrd high school graduation." Her son wrote in the GoFundMe campaign.Read more...

The Broadway legend was dragged left and right after shading Audra McDonald and Kecia Lewis.Read more...

Beyhive fans on TikTok are calling for the Cowboy Carter Tour to be renamed the Rumi Carter TourRead more...

The internet is mourning the passing ofBrian McKnights estranged son Niko after a brave fight with cancer. After Claude McKnight, Niko's uncle and Brian's brother, announced Niko's death in aMay 29 TikTok, folks online dragged the "Back at One" singer to hell and back for his alleged neglect from his late son's life. The father...Read more...

Trump said Diddy "used to really like me a lot," but their friendship "busted up" when he entered politics.Read more...

Ray J told Suge Knight "you are not my friend" after he told "false stories."Read more...

From Disney cosplay attire to beautiful proposal, we are sharing our favorite prom send offs.Read more...

Jess, a new mainstay on The Breakfast Club, caused quite a stir online but it looks like she's not backing down!Read more...

Jane Doe's lawsuit accuses him of continuing abuse, rape, assault and batter."Read more...

From May 20 to June 20th, Geminis take over as the focus of the zodiacs and there are a lot of famous faces that fall into that category. Let's take a look!Read more...

The singer said despite reuniting with the boy band recently, they aren't close friends.Read more...

Despite taking place in Clarksdale, "Sinners" hasn't had a showing in the small town...until now.Read more...

In a Facebook clip, wigs flew and shirts were torn during a children's graduation ceremony.Read more...

Prince, who passed away in 2016, was stunningly brought up during a witness testimony.Read more...

Gyasi Stribling said his sister was shot during an attempted robbery, but cops discovered something more sinister.Read more...