A state civil rights lawsuit filed this week accuses a New Jersey suburb and its past and present officials of directing local police to discriminate against Black and other non-white motorists. The complaint, brought by New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin and the state Division on Civil Rights, alleges that

Protesters in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area disrupted a Sunday service at Cities Church this week after discovering online claims that one of the church’s pastors also serves in a senior role with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Videos and posts circulating on social media show demonstrators chanting and speaking

A$AP Rocky made his long-awaited ‘Saturday Night Live’ debut this weekend, delivering new music and a surprise sketch appearance just a day after releasing his first album in eight years. On Saturday, Jan. 17, Rocky served as the musical guest for the ‘Saturday Night Live’ episode hosted by actor Finn

When ‘Alma’s Way’ returns on Monday, the Emmy-nominated PBS KIDS series arrives for Season 3 with stories rooted in history, identity, and everyday moments that help young viewers make sense of the world around them. From Black cowboy culture to hair as self-expression, the stories unfold amidst the vibrant backdrop

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 18, 2026 Lawmakers slammed the meal idea that left much to be desired on a plate. As the Trump administration reveals its meal to help Americans navigate an affordability crisis, the menu left the internet in shock. The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins, unveiled the

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 18, 2026 The singer says Prince gave her his blessing to keep using the name and persona for her music career. Apollonia, who starred in Prince’s “Purple Rain” musical film and was considered the singer’s muse, has called out the late singer’s estate for their attempts

by Mary Spiller January 18, 2026 Kristi Noem claims agents are following long-standing protocol as protests grow in Minnesota and constitutional concerns intensify nationwide. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Jan. 15 defended Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents amid mounting reports that U.S. citizens are being stopped and asked to

by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 18, 2026 Kia and Hyundai have always aligned themselves with diverse consumer markets. By Kimatni D. Rawlins It’s not an anomaly that half of the members in my sizable family own either a Kia or a Hyundai auto. They were enthused by the clever design

by BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors January 18, 2026 Venezuela has the largest oil reserves in the world: estimated at 300 billion barrels. Politicians in Alberta like to claim credit, or cast blame, when it comes to the price of a barrel of oil. Low prices are Ottawa’s fault, or the previous

by Mary Spiller January 17, 2026 The rapper’s team says his inclusion on the 2026 tour was a ‘mix-up.’ Ludacris is no longer scheduled to appear on Kid Rock’s “Rock the Country” festival after his name briefly appeared on the tour’s 2026 lineup, prompting swift backlash from fans online. Representatives