by Sharelle B. McNair May 24, 2025 While President Donald Trump made pledges during his campaign trail to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., a new report from Wells Fargo economists predicts that tariffs won’t make it easy, calling it an “uphill battle,” Business Insider reports.  The report highlights

In his latest film “Duplicity,” Tyler Perry dives into complex terrain—confronting controversial issues, testing bonds of friendship, and exposing hidden motives. Known for his emotional storytelling, Perry takes audiences on a journey that’s not only thrilling but also socially resonant. “Watching people hijack the narrative of these movements…you’ll find that

by Ahsan Washington May 24, 2025 From the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts, Black soldiers have protected and served From the Revolutionary War to today’s conflicts, Black soldiers have bravely served in America’s military, fighting for freedoms they often couldn’t enjoy themselves. Memorial Day gives us a perfect chance to

It’s been 25 years since “106 & Park” first aired, and even now, it lives rent-free in our cultural memory. It wasn’t just a music countdown show—it was the space. A safe zone. A stage where Black teens saw themselves celebrated, where rising stars turned into icons, and where hosts

by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton May 23, 2025 The award will be given to her June 8 in Los Angeles at a private, invitation-only event Bronx-bred recording artist Cardi B will be awarded another honor in June when the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) presents her with the

by Kandiss Edwards May 23, 2025 Kyle M. Green Jr. will take a leave of absence after arrest for driving while intoxicated. On May 21, Louisiana State Rep. Kyle M. Green Jr. was arrested on multiple charges, including driving while intoxicated (DWI) and three counts of child endangerment, the Associated

by Jeroslyn JoVonn May 23, 2025 Select nonprofits and community advocates could qualify for grants of up to $50,000 through a newly launched award program. On May 20, United Way, in collaboration with funders such as the Freedom Together Foundation, launched The Courage Project, a $5 million initiative that will

by Cedric ‘BIG CED’ Thornton May 23, 2025 Tiawana Brown was arrested, along with her daughters, Tijema Brown and Antionette Rouse and are facing a maximum sentence of 40 years if convicted of wire fraud conspiracy and wire fraud Charges have been filed against three women, including Charlotte City Councilmember

Who loves orange soda? You know who! The one and only Kel Mitchell, who starred as Kel in the Nickelodeon hit comedy “Kenan & Kel” opposite Kenan Thompson, revealed during a recent appearance at 90s Con in Connecticut that he’s still thinking about his first love and intends to bring

Six years after a headline-making incident that challenged the intersection of celebrity, justice, and media scrutiny, actor Jussie Smollett has reached a settlement with the City of Chicago, choosing to close this turbulent chapter with a charitable donation rather than a courtroom battle. The “Empire” star will donate $50,000 to