This is the second story in the three-part series titled “Below the Surface: The Fight to Protect African-American Cemeteries.” The series takes a look at the disparities and the ever-present systemic racism Black Americans face even in death. One recent afternoon Edwina St. Rose and Bernadette Whitsett-Hammond walked an Atlanta Black Star reporter around Daughters…
Roman took to Instagram to update her followers on her home damage In a series of emotional Instagram videos, Tami Roman breaks down in tears over the damage done to her home from the winter storm that hit Texas. Roman used her platform to connect with her fans during the current historic winter weather hitting…
Dole, 97, said in a short statement that he was diagnosed recently and would begin treatment on Monday Bob Dole, a former longtime senator and the 1996 Republican presidential nominee, announced Thursday that he has been diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. Dole, 97, said in a short statement that he was diagnosed recently and…
Between his confrontation with rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine and his online feud with manager Wack 100, Meek Mill has had quite the week. However, now the Philly rapper is making headlines for stirring up yet another rivalry, and this time it’s with fans of the late Kobe Bryant. Earlier this week, the “Dreams and Nightmares” rapper previewed a…
Source: Mckayla Wilkes / Mckayla Wilkes for Congress Last week Mckayla Wilkes officially launched her campaign to run for Congress in Maryland, with hopes to unseat Rep. Steny Hoyer, the longest-serving House Democrat who represents Maryland’s 5th Congressional District. It’s official! I’m launching my ‘22 campaign for Congress in MD-05. Steny Hoyer has been my…
In the video, Kira Robinson gushes with excitement upon her shoes’ unboxing. She calls them ‘stunning.’ Eighteen-year-old ballerina Kira Robinson has gone viral after sharing her excitement upon the delivery of a new pair of pointe shoes that match her African American skin tone. The freshman ballet major at the University of Oklahoma told “Good…
College Football Hall of Famer Herschel Walker, 58, spoke against a bill that purportedly would pave the way for reparations for descendants of slaves during a Feb. 17 hearing. Walker, a supporter of former President Donald Trump, said during a House Judiciary Committee meeting Wednesday that “atonement” wouldn’t help Black people. House Democrats have reintroduced…
Source: Bloomberg / Getty Khadijah Tribble believes cannabis equity requires a deeper look at the impact of drug policies on communities of color. As the cannabis industry continues to grow into a viable business model, many obstacles exist for Black and brown communities. But Tribble, founder of Marijuana Matters, a nonprofit that works in the…
Kaavia Wade put her Shady Baby powers to adorable use in a hilarious moment between her, mom Gabrielle Union and dad Dwyane Wade. On Feb. 17, Union shared a video to her Instagram page that displayed another side of daughter Kaavia’s ever-entertaining personality when the “Being Mary Jane” actress was caught trying to sneak in…
Source: Orlando Sentinel / Getty Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is under fire again after an explosive report from the Chicago Tribune revealed her administration divested away from financial resources that could help surrounding communities in need, and instead invested in the city’s controversial police department. BREAKING NEWS: A departmental breakdown shared with aldermen last week…
