Representation in the education space matters, and a historically Black university is putting the focus on ensuring that students at public schools see themselves reflected in their teachers. According to JBHE, North Carolina Central University recently unveiled a program designed to increase the representation of Black male teachers. Great program started at NC Central University!…
They say when you’re in a hole you should stop digging. Apparently, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers hasn’t heard that one. Or he’s done his own “research” on how to get out of a hole. Rodgers was on his weekly guest spot on “The Pat McAfee Show” Friday, Nov. 5, to discuss contracting the…
Singer Usher’s nonprofit—Usher’s New Look—is on a mission to introduce youth to the different facets of financial literacy, and the organization will be able to advance its efforts thanks to a major boost. The Truist Foundation has awarded the nonprofit with a $500,000 endowment. .@Usher‘s Nonprofit Has Been Awarded A $500K Grant To Promote Financial…
Officers wrongfully jailed Al Copeland for drunk driving after he had a stroke behind the wheel When Al Copeland began experiencing stroke symptoms behind the wheel, he pulled over in the hopes that someone might come to his aid. The Black man, 64, was instead arrested for drunk driving by Boston police and jailed for…
Several members of the Congressional Black Caucus explained how different parts of the bill would help the Black community The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) reigned victorious following the House passage of President Joe Biden’s $1.75 trillion “Build Back Better” plan on Friday. The plan, which is the largest public works bill since Eisenhower’s Interstate Highway…
When it comes to Gucci Mane, his wife Keyshia Ka’oir is going to always stick beside him. Based on their social media posts, it seems rare that the couple goes anywhere without each other. Even when the Atlanta rapper hits the stage, he doesn’t have backup dancers, but he does not need those because he…
Source: Justin Sullivan / Getty Disability rights activists mourning the loss of a friend and colleague want the airline industry to ensure mobility equipment, like wheelchairs, are appropriately cared for during travel. Engracia Figueroa passed away last week after several months of battling with United Airlines to replace her wheelchair. Figueroa’s wheelchair was damaged while traveling over the summer,…
Stanfield said he was suffering silently in a vulnerable social media post LaKeith Stanfield recently opened up about the mental health issues he faced while filming The Harder They Fall. In an Instagram post on Thursday, the 30-year-old actor said that he experienced “crippling anxiety,” and drank every night after work while filming for the…
The former Mr. Olympia champion’s death was reported Saturday morning and verified by his trainer Chris Aceto, according to Generation Iron Professional bodybuilder Shawn Rhoden is dead at age 46 following a heart attack, reported Generation Iron on Saturday. According to GI, the former Mr. Olympia champion’s sudden death was verified by his former trainer…
Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival ended in mass chaos as dozens of people were injured and at least eight were killed on the first night of what was to be two days of performances in Houston, leading to the cancellation of the remainder of the event. The weekend NRG Park event kicked off Friday, Nov. 5,…
