As everyone continues to do their New Year’s reflections, Paris Jackson offered a sobering glimpse into the reality of battling an addiction and fighting to be sober.   On Jan. 7, Paris Jackson will be celebrating 7 years of sobriety. While the 27-year-old is honoring that accomplishment, she also shared a

If Stephanie Okechukwu is officially cleared to play this season, she will make history as the tallest player ever in women’s collegiate basketball — and she’s arriving with both presence and promise. Last week, the undefeated Texas Tech Red Raiders in Lubbock, Texas, welcomed the 7-foot-1 center from Umunneochi, Nigeria,

Coco Jones is getting ready to sign the ‘biggest contract’ ever…marriage. Last year, the “ICU” singer was a proud member of the cohort of Black women who were loved out loud, as she celebrated her engagement to her NBA star, Donovan Mitchell.  As Jones reflected on the “indescribable” romance of

Marking the five-year anniversary of the Jan. 6, 2021 (J6), violent attack on the U.S. Capitol, Democrats in Congress, former Republican lawmakers, law enforcement officers, and even a former Trump supporter who participated in the mob, are condemning President Donald Trump for what they say is an attempt to whitewash

A$AP Rocky isn’t ashamed to admit that becoming a dad has softened him up a bit. In a brand new Q&A with W Magazine, the Harlem rapper, model, actor, and long-time partner to Rihanna opened up about his burgeoning film career, starring opposite Denzel Washington in “Highest 2 Lowest,” whether

by Mitti Hicks January 6, 2026 In 2022, New Orleans was considered the country’s per-capita “murder capital,” with 266 murders. That number was sliced in half to 121 in 2025. New data shows that violent crime in New Orleans is continuing to decline. Local police officials revealed that violent crime

by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 6, 2026 The recording artist is trying to sell 100,000 copies online (and independently) in 30 days. Recording artist LaRussell has taken an unprecedented approach to selling his latest independent album, Something’s in the Water, by posting on social media that fans can purchase

by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton January 6, 2026 The plaintiffs say the sandwich is made from “restructured” pork using lower-grade cuts, including pork shoulder, heart, stomach, and tripe. Four McDonald’s customers have filed a lawsuit against the restaurant franchise, alleging it deceived consumers about the contents of its popular McRib

by Nahlah Abdur-Rahman January 6, 2026 The location will be The Busy Bee’s third in the city. Atlanta’s very own The Busy Bee is buzzing to a third location, placed right in the downtown area. Known for its classic soul food dishes, The Busy Bee has signed a new lease

The United States on Monday reached a deal with Dominica to start sending foreigners seeking U.S. asylum to the small Caribbean nation. Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit described the deal as “one of the primary areas of collaboration” after the country was recently hit with partial U.S. visa restrictions. Dominica’s government has