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In 1982, the remains of an unidentified person were discovered in Ohio. Almost 40 years later, the identity of the remains is now known. According to a press release from the Twinsburg Police Department, unidentified remains discovered on Feb. 18, 1982, have just been identified as Frank “Frankie” Little Jr. …

The O’Jays during a recording session in New York City, June 1968.Photo: Don Paulsen/Michael Ochs Archives (Getty Images) On Tuesday, partial human remains found over 40 years ago in Twinsburg, Ohio were identified as former O’Jays group member Frank “Frankie” Little Jr. Per CNN, the remains were discovered inside of …

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Get into this Black excellence surrounding a mother and son who are both nominated for Grammys in separate categories for albums that aim to serve the Black community. Nnenna and Pierce Freelon could both go take home wins after they received separate nominations for the 64th Grammy awards taking place …

This photo combo shows, from left, Travis McMichael, William “Roddie” Bryan, and Gregory McMichael during their trial at at the Glynn County Courthouse in Brunswick, Ga. Jurors on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021 convicted the three white men charged in the death of Ahmaud Arbery, the Black man who was chased …

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A former San Diego cop was acquitted Friday of lying on his police report about pushing a Black man during an arrest. Matthew Dages showed relief after the jury returned with a not guilty verdict following three days of deliberations, Yahoo News reports. Dages was cleared on one count of …

Chicago officers barged into Anjanette Young’s home while she was naked and getting ready for bed one night in Feb. 2019, only offering her a jacket and blanket after handcuffing her. Following a tense legal battle and fight involving Mayor Lori Lightfoot for the release of body camera footage, the …

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The electrifying voice behind Nordstrom’s first-ever commissioned holiday song is self-proclaimed anthem artist Shaina Shepherd. On Dec. 3, Shepherd opened for John Legend at A Legendary Holiday: Nordstrom Presents John Legend in Concert at NYC Flagship, reportedly with a stunning leather ensemble paired with an Alexander McQueen Anemone Print Faille Dress. According to Freak …