Democrats push for congressional hearing with Epstein survivors amid ongoing pressure
In their latest efforts to keep the resurged Jeffrey Epstein criminal case at the forefront of the national conversation, Democrats are pushing for a congressional hearing with survivors of the convicted sex trafficker and pedophile. In a joint letter led by U.S. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., more than a dozen House Democrats requested the hearing […]
Black Lesbian Couple ‘Grateful To Be Alive’ After Alleged Racist Attack In Virginia
by Jeroslyn JoVonn August 8, 2025 Police are investigating a possible hate crime involving a Black lesbian couple and three alleged white supremacists. Authorities are investigating the details surrounding a Black lesbian couple’s near-fatal run-in with alleged white supremacists in Spotsylvania, Virginia, last month. According to police, deputies responded to reports from a July 20 […]
GloRilla Partners With Her Ex-Employer To Offer $4 Discount Meal Deals
by Kandiss Edwards August 8, 2025 GloRilla, once a drive-thru worker, is partnering with her former place of employment, Checkers and Rally’s, to offer fans a discounted meal. Rapper GloRilla, birth name Gloria Hallelujah Woods, is partnering with the fast-food chain Checkers & Rally’s to offer fans a special “Unbeatable Meal Deal.” The Memphis-born artist, […]
Black Mayor Cooperates With ICE Due To Alleged ‘Threats’ From Florida Governor
by Mitti Hicks August 8, 2025 Demings said Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Attorney General James Uthmeier threatened to suspend local officials from office without the agreement. Orange County, Florida, Mayor Jerry Demings said that he signed an agreement to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) due to threats from Gov. Ron DeSantis and […]
‘This is a form of gentrification’: Fat Joe and Jadakiss react to the suspension of BET Hip Hop Awards
Hip-hop powerhouses Fat Joe and Jadakiss have stepped into the discourse surrounding BET’s decision to suspend its popular Hip Hop Awards. In a recent episode of their show, “Joe and Jada,” the rappers reflected on how the award show has changed over the years. “[This] is just a loss for the culture,” Jadakiss shared. This […]
Trump Demands Admissions Data From Colleges And Universities In Latest Attack On DEI
by Jeroslyn JoVonn August 8, 2025 Trump is demanding more admissions data from colleges to further crack down on DEI efforts. Donald Trump is continuing to target diversity efforts with a new rule requiring colleges to report more admissions data to investigate race-based selections. On Aug. 7, Trump signed a presidential memorandum that requires colleges […]
Cryptocurrency group claims responsibility for throwing sex toys on the court during WNBA games
Someone has finally fessed up to starting the disturbing, sexist trend that has been disrupting WNBA games. After more than five incidents of lime green sex toys being launched onto courts mid-game, on Wednesday, Aug. 6, an anonymous source in the cryptocurrency world confirmed to ESPN that he’s a part of a group that orchestrated […]
Morgan State University Engineers ‘Autonomous Wheelchair’ To Aid Disabled Community
by Kandiss Edwards August 8, 2025 Morgan State University unveils an autonomous accessibility tool controlled by smartphone to increase mobility and inclusivity. Morgan State University, a historically Black college and university (HBCU), has unveiled an autonomous wheelchair to support the disabled community. On July 31, developers and university leadership held a demonstration at the BWI Airport. […]
Teen Goes Missing On Family Vacation In Florida After Leaving To Visit Distant Relatives
by Jeroslyn JoVonn August 8, 2025 A family is offering a $25,000 reward to anyone with information about 18-year-old missing teen, Giovanni Pelletier. The family of an 18-year-old North Carolina resident has been left heartbroken and is asking for help in locating the teenager who went missing while vacationing in Florida. Giovanni Pelletier, 18, was […]
‘I love Norbit’: Eddie Murphy ranks his movies and defends Razzie-winning film
Eddie Murphy doesn’t care what critics have to say about his projects. In a recent interview with Speedy Morman, the actor reflected on his decades-long career and his projects. When asked to list his best films, the “Boomerang” star joked that it would be easier to list his worst movies, which prompted a conversation about […]