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What began as a viral video of a student athlete smacking a fellow runner upside the head with a baton on the track field has now developed into a pending criminal case. The alleged attacker in question is facing some serious trouble.Read more...

A cold case from 1990 that left a brother and sister dead has finally come to a close as the suspect was captured. Not only was he apprehended, but a Georgia jury just reached a verdict in his case.Read more...

Although Andrew Schulz does not feel any remorse for making a controversial joke about Kendrick Lamar, he does seem to be pointing the finger back at the fans for making it about race. This could only get him in more trouble with the Compton MC's fanbase on social media.Read more...

Everyone knows that driving while Black is a very real - and very dangerous -thing. Recently, two older Black men in Georgia claimed that this is the reason they were arrested during two separate traffic stops by the same state trooper.Read more...

Lil Yachty is going viral for a reason he likely did not expect. Instead of everyone talking about his music, the Atlanta rapper is getting attention for his opinion on Black Lives Matter.Read more...

A lot of folks believe that President Donald Trump and his administration are ushering in dystopian America of sorts - one in which only wealthy white people will be able to survive without needing to fight one another over food...which will presumably only consist of the rodents we're fortunate enough to catch.Read more...

Authorities responded to reports of rapid fire" that broke out at a Chicago airport. However, according to videos and several witness statements, chaos ensued before the shots rang out.Read more...

In 2024, Smith was named the second richest man in the U.S. after years of holding the no. 1 spot on Forbes' Richest Black People list. You don't get to be one of the richest men in the country without learning a thing or two about hiring practices. So in light of President Donald Trump banning DEI at the federal...Read more...

The LAPD just got exposed for a series of disgusting remarks after an individual filed a complaint to the department. From co-workers to applicants, no one was safe from racist, sexist, and homophobic remarks.Read more...

A longtime friend of Wendy Willams is speaking out on the isolating and absurd living conditions she's under in a new interview. And believe us when we tell you...she's not holding back.Read more...

When you think about the soft life, words like entitled and privileged may come to mind. But contrary to what you may think, the soft life doesn't always have to mean flying first class and drinking expensive champagne (although, we wouldn't turn it down if you offered). It's more about doing what you can to give...Read more...

Leave it to sports commentator Stephen A. Smith to get the last word! We thought we heard the last of Smith's dispute with NBA star LeBron James after an altercation between the two went viral last week... but no. It seems Smith still has some things to get off his chest.Read more...

She wasn't suspect number two" for nothing: Two people have been arrested after allegedly using an unthinkable diversion to make off with stolen goods. According to TMZ, a Florida couple, who is now referred to as Mr. Clean" and Ms. Dookie" by authorities, has been charged with retail theft after this bizarre...Read more...

Conservative Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert has a history of offensive behavior. Her latest remarks about Texas Rep. Al Green have been widely viewed as racist-and now a House Democrat wants Boebert censured.Read more...

Dwyane Wade is opening up about his health and what led up to his kidney cancer diagnosis. And what he has to share just might help someone else!Read more...

Two years have passed since a 6-year-old disabled Black girl was choked to death by her harness as her school bus aide scrolled on her phone sitting in front of her. Now, the aide is facing major punishment for her lack of action.Read more...

Five years ago, in March 2020, COVID-19 changed the world. The World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared the disease a global pandemic, leading to several cities around the country banning large gatherings, businesses closing down and the NBA postponing the 2019-2020 season.Read more...

It would not be possible for Black people to be celebrated the way we are today without those who paved the way before us, whether they're musicians or athletes. Last year, we lost so many legends that it's hard to even count. This year, we are starting to lose them again, but what really matters is that we never...Read more...

Yet another one of Trump's political nominees has been discovered to have a disturbing and problematic past. Ed Martin, interim U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia and Trump's nominee to permanently hold the title, has allegedly made racist comments in numerous social media posts.Read more...

You might not remember much about your days in elementary school, but you probably remember that a lot goes down at recess. Students at a charter school in Raleigh, North Carolina will certainly remember the day one of their classmates performed a courageous and potentially life-saving act on one of his friends.Read more...

Lauryn Hill has been on quite a run of showing love to both contemporary and legendary artists. While she's known as someone who normally likes to keep to herself, she recently stepped out to honor trailblazing musical icon Roberta Flack.Read more...

For years, Lizzo has used her following to promote body positivity. Even though she has been categorized as overweight, the Juice" singer still flaunted her figure over the course of her career. The more popular she became, the outfits seemingly became more revealing as well.Read more...

Just when you thought the Residuals" singing challenge was over, R. Kelly decided to throw his hat in the ring and remind everybody why he was the former King of R&B. And his version has garnered mixed feelings from folks all over the internet.Read more...

As the country tries to keep up with the dizzying number of ways President Donald Trump is attacking everything from our economy to our civil rights, some who once made excuses to justify the MAGA movement (because, you know, the price of eggs), are begging Black folks to join in the fight to help make things right...Read more...

Whether you love him or hate him, you have to admit you respect his game. Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith has made a name for himself as a unapologetically hilarious personality. And to give him even more credit, he's built his career in ways we could all learn a thing or two from... especially U.S. democrats.Read more...

There's only one person that takes stealing more seriously than police, and it's one Wisconsin kid when it comes to his ice cream. So obviously when his mom stole his prized dessert, the boy set out to make sure she gets what she deserved.Read more...

Elon Musk has painted a target on his electric car company, Tesla. Due to his close affiliation with President Donald Trump as his senior advisor, the Billionaire CEO is creating a lot of enemies.Read more...

If there is one thing Black people can count on, it's white women acting like total Karens whenever they feel slightly inconvenienced. The latest example of this happened at Meadow Woods Elementary School in Orlando, Fla. during a kindergarten graduation ceremony.Read more...

SZA has officially responded to that viral moment from Shannon Sharpe's interview with Coco Jones. While interviewing the Bel-Air" actress, Sharpe referenced SZA and her public comments about her BBL, asking Jones if she knows of any other people who have regretted the procedure as well.

It's never a good sign when a former couple can't get along after they split, but it's especially disheartening to see when that couple shares a child together. And that's exactly the case when it comes to Halle Bailey, DDG and their one-year-old son Halo.Read more...

A New York City-based actor who has appeared in Law Order: SVU," Power" and Boardwalk Empire" is awaiting his fate after he was found guilty of a 2021 fatal shooting. According to Qns.com, 45-year-old Isaiah Stokes was convicted of shooting 37-year-old Tyrone Jones in St. Albans, Queens, as he waited in his car for...Read more...

They say you can't predict the future, but one look at this list is bound to change your mind. From predicting President Donald Trump's election to the death of one of Hip-Hop's most prominent figures, these scarily accurate prophecies shaped history forever.Read more...

Kanye West is doing all he can to keep his supermodel wife, Bianca Censori, with him. Even though the two were most recently spotted together at the 2025 Grammys, their relationship is much more tumultuous than it seems.Read more...

Fans are mourning the loss of a popular social media content creator who passed away in Mexico just one day before her 25th birthday. Alysha Burney died in her sleep on March 2 while on vacation in Cabo San Lucas, according to Fox4KC. But while her followers mourn Burney's untimely passing, her family claims that not...Read more...

Whether you're a fan or not, you can't deny the longstanding presence of Tyler Perry in the TV and film space. From his plays in the early 2000s to his popular shows nowadays, Perry's pen has remained a consistent force in the industry.Read more...

Before y'all start, let's just get these five points about Divine Nine Greek hazing out of the way real quick. Just for housekeeping purposes:Read more...

Less than two months after he was blasted online for performing at President Donald Trump's inauguration, rapper Nelly is back in the hot seat - and this time the criticism is centered around his kids. The Air Force Ones" rapper, who is a father of five children between the ages of 31 and 8 months - including a niece...Read more...

If there's one person you do not want coming for you, it's Rihanna. In addition to being one of the world's most famous pop stars and successful moguls, she has a reputation of being an online terror when it comes to fans who try to insult her.Read more...

The Belhaven University community is in mourning after a star athlete's untimely death. A sophomore at the Miss. school, Natalie Black, had returned home after her team's first outdoor track and field meet. But little did the team know that soon after celebrating an unforgettable win, they would be hit with tragic...Read more...

Things are increasingly looking up for Wendy Williams! And the latest news regarding her personal health is sure to bring long-awaited relief for her fans.Read more...

Things are only getting messier in the feud between LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith. The future NBA Hall of Famer was caught on a hot mic discussing his issues with the popular TV personality, adding more fuel to their fire.Read more...

Over the weekend, Jazz In The Gardens took place in Miami and was the ultimate place to be for music fans. The festival, which was hosted by the City of Miami Gardens, was once again produced by the Black Promoters Collective.Read more...

Who knew? King Charles III is not just the king of one of the most powerful countries in Europe, he's also a music buff who has an eccentric taste in a variety of genres.Read more...

Just when Wendy Williams was supposed to be getting ready for her return to daytime television later this week (more on that later), she's instead having to deal with a trip to the hospital. But don't be alarmed...it's not for the reason you might think.Read more...

Doechii has been everything anyone can talk about recently. Between winning her first Grammy award and recent looks during Paris Fashion Week, she clearly knows how to get the people talking. After a recent interview on Hot Ones," the Florida rapper is shaking the table once more.Read more...

Since the 1920s, Harlem has been a cultural mecca, attracting some of the most talented artists, writers, and musicians who have both drawn from and contributed to its infectious energy. Fashion designer and stylist Dapper Dan is one of Harlem's most beloved native sons, who made himself a household name in the 1980s....Read more...

With President Donald Trump enacting mass deportations, attacking birthright citizenship and targeting other civil rights, some Latino Americans are organizing to protest these clear human rights violations. But in their call to action, many are begging the Black community to join their fight, and there's a couple...Read more...

While it should be cause for celebration when actors get cool roles, for Black British actor Papaa Essiedu and the recent news about his iconic new Harry Potter casting, it's unfortunately causing a lot of controversy. And you probably won't be surprised when we tell you why.Read more...

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It's barely been a week since Meghan Markle's new lifestyle series, With Love, Meghan," premiered on Netflix. In each episode, the Duchess of Sussex shares some of her favorite recipes and hosting tips with her famous friends with a California country house providing a beautiful backdrop.Read more...