Kamala Harris Says U.S. Democracy Is ‘Broken’ As GOP Bows To Trump: They’re ‘Sitting On Their Hands’
by Daniel Johnson August 2, 2025 Former Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris sat down with late night talk show host Stephen Colbert. Former Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris told late night talk show host Stephen Colbert on July 30 during her TV appearance on “The Late Show With Stephen […]
Where Vacation Homes Dominate: Top U.S. Counties With The Highest Share Of Seasonal Housing
by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors August 2, 2025 From ski retreats in Colorado to summer cottages on Cape Cod, seasonal homes are reshaping the housing landscape across the country. For many Americans, owning a second home in a beloved vacation spot is more than a dream — it’s a sign they’ve made it. From ski retreats […]
‘Friday’ Star Faizon Love Faces Trial For Allegedly Assaulting Woman With Credit Card Reader
by Mary Spiller August 2, 2025 In February, Love was charged with felony assault in an incident that occued at a hotel. A San Diego judge ruled this week that there is sufficient evidence to proceed with felony assault charges against actor and comedian Faizon Love, following an incident in which he allegedly threw a […]
Probably No Pardon For Puff: Trump Says Diddy’s ‘Half-Innocent’ And Was Mean To Him
by Daniel Johnson August 2, 2025 Trump’s comments suggest his use of the power of the presidential pardon will likely be restricted to those who have not been critical of him. On Aug. 1, Donald Trump doubled down on his earlier comments regarding his reticence to pardon disgraced music mogul Sean Combs, referring to him […]
Obama Beats Trump In Hypothetical Third Term Matchup—Cue The Trump Meltdown
by Mary Spiller August 2, 2025 In an imaginary presidential rematch, former President Barack Obama would decisively defeat Donald Trump by 11 points, according to a new national poll. Former President Barack Obama would win by a significant margin over Donald Trump if the two were allowed to run in a theoretical third-term race, according […]
Rep. Ayanna Pressley Reintroduces Equity In Government Act
by Daniel Johnson August 2, 2025 H.R. 4524 reflects Rep. Pressley and her colleagues’ stated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in government policy. On July 23, Rep. Ayanna Pressley joined National Urban League President Marc Morial, Leadership Conference CEO Maya Wiley, LULAC CEO Juan Proano, and Public Citizen Co-President Rob Weissman for a […]
Sha’Carri Richardson Arrested In Domestic Dispute At Seattle Airport, Later Released
by Mary Spiller August 2, 2025 Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson was arrested at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport following a domestic dispute with fellow sprinter and boyfriend Christian Coleman. Olympic sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson was arrested July 27 at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport following a domestic dispute with her boyfriend and fellow runner Christian Coleman, according to a […]
Black unemployment under Trump reaches its highest rate since the pandemic. Here’s what it could mean
The latest jobs report released by the Department of Labor shows that Black unemployment spiked to 7.2% in July, marking its highest rate since the COVID-19 pandemic nearly four years ago. “Trump says he’s ‘done more for Black Americans than anyone.’ If pushing Black unemployment to its highest level since 2021 is his idea of […]
Nigerian Gemstone Dealer Opens Italian Boutique Hotel On 40-Acre Estate With Vineyard And Olive Grove
by Jeroslyn JoVonn August 2, 2025 A Lagos native is capturing travelers in Puglia, Italy with her sustainable eco-friendly boutique hotel. From Lagos to London and now Puglia, Italy, former gem dealer Thelma West has taken her passion for design and restoration to the next level with the launch of her boutique hotel, complete with […]
Trump Argues ‘Amendment Immunity’ In Exonerated 5 Defamation Case
by Kandiss Edwards August 2, 2025 Donald Trump’s attorneys are seeking a stay in his pending defamation lawsuit, citing “immunity” while organizing his appeal. Donald Trump’s attorneys are seeking a stay in his pending defamation lawsuit, citing “immunity” from prosecution. A federal judge in Philadelphia rejected Trump’s earlier request to dismiss the case, ruling the […]