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"The Wendy Williams Show" Looking to Hire Interns For Spring, Summer, and Fall 2015

New York, NY — The highly popular Wendy Williams Show is looking to hire interns that want to gain experience in the television industry. This internship is for college credit […]

2015 Steve Harvey/ Coca-Cola Pay It Forward Scholarship Program Now Open

Steve Harvey's Pay It Forward Scholarship

— This year’s Coca-Cola Pay It Forward Scholarship Program, sponsored by the Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation, is now taking applications until March 31, 2015! — Nationwide — The Coca-Cola […]

Paul Carrick Brunson, The Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) TV Star, to Be Honored as Coach of the Year

— Black Life Coaches Business Strategy Summit bringing together the best and brightest life coaches in the industry in Washington DC area, March 20-22, 2015 — Washington, DC — Highly-acclaimed […]

5 Reasons Why "Selma" Should Win the Best Picture Oscar -- Despite the Snubs For Best Director and Best Actor

Nationwide — Selma, the hit film directed by Ava DuVernay, has been nominated for Best Picture at the upcoming Academy Awards. Starring David Oyelowo, who portrays Martin Luther King Jr., […]

Say What? Did Usher Really Get Engaged to His... Manager?

Nationwide — The rumors are true! 36-year-old singer Usher and his business partner/ manager, Grace Miguel, are now engaged. The two have reportedly been dating each other since 2009, after […]

Bill Cosby Cracks a Controversial Joke: "You Have To Be Careful Drinking Around Me"

London, ON — During a recent comedy performance in Ontario, Canada, Bill Cosby cracked a controversial joke when a women got up to leave.

Oprah Winfrey Is Hiring For 2015 -- Jobs Available in New York and Los Angeles!

Nationwide — Oprah Winfrey’s OWN television channel has recently posted three new positions on their web site. They are looking to hire a Payroll Administrator, a Health Editor for Oprah.com, […]

Nicki Minaj Shares Her Abortion Story in Rolling Stone Magazine -- Some Encouraged, Some Offended

Nationwide — Superstar rapper/singer Nicki Minaj is being both praised and criticized for publicly sharing her abortion story in the January 2015 issue of Rolling Stone Magazine.

Rapper Ludacris Gets Engaged and Married on the Same Day -- Says, "Why Wait?"

Atlanta, GA — 37-year old Ludacris is now a married man after he reportedly proposed and got married on the very same day! The multi-platinum rapper/ actor, whose real name […]

Former Cosby Show Stars, Keshia Knight-Pulliam and Phylicia Rashad, Defend Bill Cosby

Nationwide — First Keshia Knight-Pulliam, and now Phylicia Rashad is defending their former co-star Bill Cosby on recent rape allegations by more than 15 women.

Rapper Macklemore Speaks Out on Racism, White Privilege and "White-Washing" Hip-Hop

New York, NY — Grammy award-winning rapper Macklemore was recently featured on New York City’s Hot 97 morning show, and he addressed racism, white privilege and police brutality. the recent […]

Idris Elba to Be the New James Bond -- But Rush Limbaugh Disagrees Because He's... Well, Black

Nationwide — Everybody seems to be excited that actor Idris Elba will be the new James Bond. Everyone, that is, except Rush Limbaugh who is criticizing Elba’s upcoming role because […]

Actor/Comedian Chris Rock Files For Divorce -- Says Their Prenuptial Agreement Has Expired

Nationwide — After nearly two decades of marriage, Chris Rock and his wife Malaak Compton-Rock are breaking up. The two married in 1996, and have two daughters, Lola Simone, 12, […]

"Selma" Movie Is a Long Overdue Tribute To MLK and Other Unsung Foot Soldiers -- A Must See Film!

By Kam Williams Nationwide — I was born in the early Fifties, which means the Civil Rights Movement unfolded over the course of my formative years. And like the average […]

Is Iggy Azalea Really "White Washing" Hip-Hop Music? -- Can't We All Just Get Along?

Nationwide — 24-year old Australian recording artist Iggy Azalea has been the subject of controversy in recent weeks as some are starting to accuse her of “white washing” rap music. […]

Jill Scott to Be Honored at 2015 Essence’s Black Women in Music Event

Nationwide — During Grammy Awards Week celebration, singer Jill Scott will be honored at Essence magazine’s sixth annual Black Women in Music event. The three-time Grammy Award winner will be […]

Bill Cosby -- Guilty Until Proven Guilty. Ask A Black Man

By Cleo Manago Nationwide — People tend to view reality through the lens of their personal experience or biases, even when completely irrelevant to a particular issue or incident. Yet, […]

Camille Cosby Stands By Her Man: "He Is the Man You Thought You Knew"

Nationwide — Actor/comedian Bill Cosby’s wife, Camille Cosby, has issued a statement supporting her husband at least 15 women have come forward claiming that he drugged and/or raped them back […]

President Obama Talks Modern Civil Rights on BET -- Says "We Have Made Progress"

President Obama's BET Interview With Jeff Johnson

Washington, DC — President Barack Obama recently did an exclusive interview on BET with journalist Jeff Johnson. During the segment entitled BET News Presents: A Conversation With President Barack Obama, […]

Comedian Michael Colyar Will Headline His Very Own One-Hour Special on Bounce TV on Wednes, December 10th at 10pm EST

Michael Colyar One Hour Comedy Special on Bounce TV

Atlanta, GA — Comedian Michael Colyar will headline his very own one-hour special as the third season of Bounce TV‘s popular, family-friendly original comedy series Off The Chain continues with Off The Chain: Michael Colyar premiering on Wednesday, December […]

Queen Latifah Gets Dethroned -- Talk Show Canceled Due To Low Ratings and High Costs

Nationwide — The Queen Latifah Show, which has aired for two seasons on CBS and stars Queen Latifah herself as talk show host, has officially been canceled by Sony Pictures […]

10 Reasons Why We Will Miss Marion Barry, Former Mayor of Washington DC

Washington, DC — Marion Barry Jr., a civil rights activist who served four times as mayor of Washington, D.C., recently died at the age of 78 years old. He had […]

Raven-Symone Blasts Fake Reports Saying She Was Abused by Bill Cosby -- Tells Gossip Blogs, "Keep Me Out of This"

Nationwide — 28-year-old Raven-Symone recently used her Instagram account to blast reports saying that she claimed that Bill Cosby molested her when they both appeared on The Cosby Show. She […]

Three Strikes and You're Out -- Bill Cosby Gets Slashed by TV Land, Netflix, and NBC Amid Rape Allegations

Nationwide — Actor/comedian Bill Cosby, although 77-years old is probably going through the toughest time in his life, as nearly every television network that aired or had plans of airing […]

Bill Cosby Goes Silent After Being Questioned During Interview About Sexual Assault Accusations

Nationwide — During a recent interview on NPR’s Weekend Edition with comedian Bill Cosby and his wife Camille, Cosby froze up when interviewer Scott Simon asked him about the “serious […]

Kim Coles Shares Some Amazing Stories With Vince Ferguson, Host of the "Six Weeks to Fitness" Podcast, Certified Personal Trainer and President of Body Sculpt of New York

— Certified Personal Trainer Interviews Fitness and Nutrition Experts, Athletes, Celebrities and Other Movers and Shakers From Around the Country to Discuss the Importance of Living a Healthy Lifestyle — […]

Chris Brown and Trey Songz Launch New Tour With Controversial Name - The "Between the Sheets" Tour

Los Angeles, CA — R&B singers Chris Brown and Trey Songz are planning to celebrate their 10-year anniversary with an upcoming 25-city tour. The two say its been nearly a […]

The Untold Story of Mammy Finally Revealed In New "Gone With The Wind" Prequel Novel

Nationwide — 78 years after the publication of Margaret Mitchell’s infamous “Gone With the Wind”, and 75 years after the release of the Oscar-winning film, a new book is being […]

Raven-Symoné Says, "I Am Not African American" -- and Tells Troubled Celebrities: "That's Your Fault Boo Boo!"

Nationwide — Actress Raven-Symoné recently told Oprah Winfrey that she is not African American. The 28-year old recently appeared on Winfrey’s new show on the OWN network called “Oprah: Where […]

Jordin Sparks Opens Up to Wendy Williams About Breakup From Boyfriend Jason Derulo -- and New Film "Left Behind"

Nationwide — The rumors are true! Singer Jordin Sparks and her boyfriend Jason Derulo broke up after dating for almost three years. Sparks recently spoke with Wendy Williams about what […]

"Not Just Spring Break" Mobile App Designed For Urban Young Professionals Now Available in the App Store

Khali Gallman, app creator of Not Just Spring Break

— App provides year-round vacation and networking resources — Nationwide — The Not Just Spring Break (NJSB) mobile app is designed exclusively for urban young professionals as a tool that […]

Acclaimed Jazz Musician Victor Goines Leads All-Star Band to Honor Scott Joplin, Joseph Lamb, James Scott in "Roots Of Ragtime"

— Featuring Victor Goines, James Chirillo, Chris Crenshaw, Yasushi Nakamura, Ted Nash, Chris Pattishall, Marcus Printup, Kenny Rampton, Joe Saylor — — October 17, 9:30pm; October 18, 7pm — — […]

Rapper Akon Arrested After Tesla Cybertruck Incident in Georgia

Nationwide — Akon, the 52-year-old Senegalese-American singer known for his global hits and major philanthropic efforts in Africa, made headlines again after a surprising arrest in Roswell, Georgia tied to […]

Vivica A. Fox Tells Women Not to Date 50 Cent and Other Rappers, He Responds

Nationwide — African American actress and entrepreneur Vivica A. Fox is warning women against dating rappers, including 50 Cent, saying relationships with them can bring drama and heartbreak, based on […]

Wendy Williams' Neurologist Says She Doesn't Have Frontotemporal Dementia

Nationwide — Television personality and former talk show host Wendy Williams is fighting to regain control of her life and finances after more than three years under a court-ordered guardianship. […]

NFL Player Marshawn Kneeland Died from Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound, Texted Family Goodbye

Nationwide — Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away early Thursday morning at the age of 24, following what authorities describe as an apparent mental health crisis that […]

Rapper Nicki Minaj Praises Trump For Threatening Military Action in Nigeria

Nationwide — Nicki Minaj praised President Trump for threatening military action against Nigeria over what he described as the “slaughter” of Christians. She said his message made her thankful to […]

Brandy and Ray J Reunite on Stage After Months of Family Tension

Nationwide — Brandy and Ray J reunited on stage during her Atlanta concert, marking their first public appearance together after months of family tension. The siblings hugged in front of cheering […]

No Limit Rapper Young Bleed Dies at 51 Years Old Just Days After Verzuz Battle

Nationwide — Rapper Young Bleed, who rose to fame under Master P’s No Limit Records in the late 1990s, has died at 51 years old after suffering a brain aneurysm in […]

Toni Braxton Opens Up About Marriage to Birdman, Talks About Their Secret Wedding

Nationwide — Toni Braxton is opening up about her marriage to rapper Birdman, revealing how their decades-long friendship slowly turned into love, their secret 2024 wedding, and the challenges they faced […]

Mo'Nique Reveals Why She'll Never Stop Going After Tyler Perry and Oprah

Mo'Nique feud with Tyler Perry and Oprah

Nationwide — Mo’Nique says she will never stop calling out Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey until they publicly take responsibility for what she claims was damage to her career and […]

Gayle King is Reportedly Leaving "CBS Mornings" When Her Contract Ends

Nationwide — Gayle King is reportedly preparing to leave CBS Mornings when her contract ends in May 2026, though CBS says no final decision has been made about her role or […]

Tyler Perry Criticized for Donating $100K to Pastor Who Chastised Black Mom for Not Giving $2K

Nationwide — Tyler Perry is facing backlash after donating $100,000 to Bishop Marvin Winans, a pastor in Detroit, Michigan, who went viral for scolding a woman during a church fundraiser […]

Kim Kardashian Suffers Brain Aneurysm, Blames Kanye West

Nationwide — Kim Kardashian, 44, has revealed a frightening health scare during the Season 7 premiere of “The Kardashians.” The reality star and entrepreneur learned she had suffered a small […]

9-1-1 Actor Rockmond Dunbar Loses Disney Lawsuit About His Religious Beliefs

Nationwide — Actor Rockmond Dunbar broke down in tears after losing his lawsuit against Disney, where he claimed he was fired from the hit TV show 9-1-1 for refusing the […]

Family of Former NFL Player Who Died in Police Custody Says He Struggled With Mental Health

Nationwide — Doug Martin, an African American NFL player, died after being taken into police custody in Oakland, California. His family revealed that he had been struggling with mental health […]

Rep. Jasmine Crockett Responds to Stephen A. Smith’s Criticism, He Backtracks

Nationwide — Rep. Jasmine Crockett responded quietly after sports commentator Stephen A. Smith criticized her political approach, sparking backlash and online debate. Smith later clarified his remarks, saying he meant […]

Singer D'Angelo Dies Just Months After Angie Stone from Pancreatic Cancer

Nationwide — Neo-soul icon D’Angelo — who shared a son with fellow singer Angie Stone — has died at the age of 51, just months after Stone’s passing earlier this […]

WNBA Star Angel Reese Becomes First Athlete to Join Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

Nationwide — WNBA superstar Angel Reese is stepping off the court and onto the runway as she joins the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, becoming the first professional athlete to walk […]

Singer Mario Addresses Rumors About Him Not Liking Black Women

Nationwide — Singer Mario has responded to online rumors claiming he does not like Black women, after social media backlash over his relationship. He defended himself in an Instagram Story, […]

The Kelly Levert Group Honors Legacy and Prepares for Major Milestones

Nationwide — The Levert name has long been recognized in the music industry, celebrated for its soulful voices, dynamic performances, and lasting influence on generations of listeners. Today, that legacy […]

Man Accused of Stealing Beyoncé’s Unreleased Songs Finally Arrested in Georgia

Nationwide — Kelvin Evans, the man accused of stealing Beyoncé’s unreleased music and tour plans, was arrested two months after allegedly breaking into her choreographer’s car in Atlanta. The stolen […]

Tyler Perry Studios Accused of Bullying Black Journalist for Covering Rape Allegations

Nationwide — Essie Berry, nationally respected victims advocate and widow of TV legend Fred “Rerun” Berry, is calling out Tyler Perry Studios and its Vice President Mark Swinton for what […]

Tennis Legend Venus Williams Honored With Collectible Barbie Doll

Nationwide — Tennis superstar Venus Williams is being honored with a Barbie Inspiring Women doll that celebrates all of her Grand Slam victories and her fight for gender equality in […]

Snoop Dogg Questions LGBTQ Scenes in Kids’ Movies: “We Have to Show That at This Age?”

Snoop Dogg criticizes LGBTQ representation in kids' movies

Nationwide — Snoop Dogg shared that his grandson’s questions about a same-sex couple in Pixar’s Lightyear left him speechless. The rapper said he struggled to explain how two women could […]

NBA Star Jaylen Brown's Dad Arrested for Attempted Murder in Las Vegas

Jaylen Brown and his dad who was arrested for attempted murder

Nationwide — The father of NBA star Jaylen Brown, former boxer Quenton Marselles Brown, was arrested in Las Vegas on attempted murder charges after allegedly stabbing youth football coach Cross […]

Rapper Lil Nas X Arrested, Hospitalized for Possible Overdose

Nationwide — Lil Nas X was arrested in Los Angeles after allegedly assaulting a police officer. Hours earlier, witnesses reported him wandering around with hardly any clothes on Ventura Blvd. […]

Singer Tamar Braxton Says She Almost Died After Being Found in Pool of Her Own Blood

Nationwide — Tamar Braxton revealed she nearly died after a mysterious incident left her in a pool of blood with serious injuries. The singer said she fractured her nose, lost […]

Black Woman Makes History as the Only Dentist Offering Affordable, No Prep Neer Veneer Smile Makeovers in NYC and Michigan

Nationwide — Celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Catrise Austin, known as “The Queen of Smiles” for transforming the smiles of stars like Cardi B and boxing champion Claressa Shields, is changing […]