Two educators from the Bronx have filed lawsuits against the New York City Department of Education, alleging they were wrongfully terminated and then reinstated at lower levels, each after refusing to make the “Wakanda Forever” salute at superintendent meetings. Rafaela Espinal, a Dominican-American woman, claims in court filings she was abruptly fired from her job…

Porsha Williams addressed the issues she had with her “Real Housewives of Atlanta” co-star Kenya Moore during an “RHOA” after show that gathered the entire cast on Feb. 21 to discuss the most-talked-about moments that occurred during season 13. In the segment, Williams was joined by cast mates Shamea Morton and Drew Sidora.  When asked on…

A federal grand jury has been empaneled to consider charges against Derek Chauvin, who kneeled on George Floyd’s neck. The Justice Department is investigating the actions of former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin.  According to a new report from The New York Times, a grand jury has been empaneled to consider federal charges against Chauvin, who,…

The Food and Drug Administration’s scientists confirmed that overall the vaccine is about 66% effective at preventing moderate to severe COVID-19 Johnson & Johnson’s single-dose vaccine protects against COVID-19, according to an analysis by U.S. regulators Wednesday that sets the stage for a final decision on a new and easier-to-use shot to help tame the…

T.I. and Tiny’s daughter Heiress Harris has a little sass to her and is showing it off to the world in her latest video. Tiny uploaded a cute video on Feb. 22 of her daughter showing her fans how she looks with her glasses and clapping back at those that don’t like it. She said,…

Keyshia Cole is trying out another TikTok dance, but she might have needed a little more practice with this one before showcasing it to the world. On Feb. 23 she uploaded a video to her TikTok account of her attempting to do the dance that goes along with rapper Mooski’s song “Track Star.” The dance…

“Black Ink Crew: Chicago” star Bella continues to mourn the tragic and untimely passing of her boyfriend and “Black Ink Crew: Chicago” alum Fly Tatted.  In a lengthy memo posted to her Instagram account on Sunday, Feb. 21, the reality star further addressed allegations that she played a role in the tattoo artist’s death. “Fly’s death…

It was all good two days ago! It looks like Safaree Samuels and Erica Mena’s marriage is on the rocks — AGAIN — and it looks like it is for real this time. On Feb. 23, Samuels tweeted, “I mean this from the bottom of my heart getting married was 1 of my BIGGEST mistakes,…

The film follows the singer during her career as she is targeted by the U.S. government Oprah Winfrey will moderate a conversation with the cast and crew of the upcoming Hulu Original film, The United States vs. Billie Holiday. Winfrey is set to have a candid discussion about the highly anticipated feature with director Lee…

The poet hope young girls ‘will see this and know how important they are.’ Barbie has joined forces with poet, activist, and best-selling author Cleo Wade for a collection of dolls that celebrates “the power, brilliance, and determination” of Black women. The one-of-a-kind dolls represent the past, present and future generations of Black Girl Magic,…