Black America Breaking News for the African American Community
Keke Palmer attends Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research Angel Ball 2019 on October 28, 2019 in New York City. Photo: Steven Ferdman / AFP (Getty Images) I don’t know about you but when I pray to God about my career trajectory, I often ask: “Lord, let me be as …
Read More »INTERVIEW: Omar J. Dorsey Talks Black Men's Health
Certain actors have a presence about them. It doesn’t matter how many lines they have or scenes they appear in; they bring something unique to the screen. Omar J. Dorsey is such an actor. In fact, he’s an actor’s actor. With credits such as The Blind Side, Selma, Django: Unchained, …
Read More »Virtual Pitch Contest Seeks Innovators Providing Products and Services for Women 40+
Older women can sometimes feel underrepresented, forgotten, and sometimes ignored when it comes to their business, and health and wellness. The truth is, time is ticking for everyone, so aging is inevitable. However, Tamara McClintock Greenberg, Psy.D., M.S., is an associate clinical professor of psychiatry at the University of California, …
Read More »Angela Bassett, Jamie Foxx, Halle Berry, and Kevin Hart Discuss Black Achievement in Film for New Documentary From Apple
Angela Bassett, left; Jamie Foxx; Halle Berry; Kevin HartPhoto: Amanda Edwards/Kevin Winter/Amy Sussman for CDGA/Christopher Polk (Getty Images) There is no doubt that when it comes to the task of achieving excellence in the film industry, Black Hollywood has always understood the assignment. Whether that’s something as simple but menacing …
Read More »Three Ex-Officers Will Be Tried in George Floyd Murder
The three former police officers will face trial on August 23 on charges that they aided and abetted convicted ex-cop Derek Chauvin in committing second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter of George Floyd. Tou Thao, J. Alexander Kueng and Thomas Lane looked on for the duration of the nearly 10 minute …
Read More »902-Mile Journey Called The Free THEM Walk Will Raise Awareness About Human Trafficking
Human trafficking has increased during the pandemic, according to Polaris, a nonprofit data-driven social justice movement holding the largest known data about human trafficking in North America. The nonprofit organization has undertaken a systematic examination of relevant data from the Polaris-operated U.S. National Human Trafficking Hotline to carefully track the …
Read More »'Take a Look'…at the Upcoming Guest Hosts of Jeopardy!—LeVar Burton and Robin Roberts!
LeVar Burton attends the 8th Annual Breakthrough Prize Ceremony on November 03, 2019; Robin Roberts attends the 92nd Annual Academy Awards on February 09, 2020.Photo: Rich Fury (Getty Images), Amy Sussman (Getty Images) Finally, it’s happening to us right in front of our faces! If you recall correctly, after tragically …
Read More »Timberwolves Dedicate Game Ball To George Floyd’s Family
A day after former Minneapolos police officer Derek Chauvin was convicted for the murder of George Floyd, the Minnesota Timberwolves are honoring Floyd’s life. According to USA Today, Timberwolves guard Josh Okogie said, “We have the game ball and we dedicated that to George Floyd’s family. I’m glad we were …
Read More »Federal Judge Orders L.A. To Offer Shelter For All Unhoused Residents Of Skid Row
A federal judge overseeing a lawsuit concerning homelessness in Los Angeles has ordered the city and county to find shelter for all homeless Skid Row residents within 180 days. In his 110-page order, Judge David O. Carter slammed city and county officials for their inability to control the city’s homeless …
Read More »Womp-Womp: Virginia Cop Fired for Donating to Kyle Rittenhouse’s Defense Fund
Photo: ChiccoDodiFC (Shutterstock) You know how I know cops don’t actually give a shit about law and order? A 17-year-old who (allegedly) shot and killed two people has become a cause célèbre for law enforcement and assholes nationwide. Common sense would tell you that supporting an alleged homicide suspect is …
Read More »