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The late Henry G. Marsh will be honored for his contributions as the first Black mayor of Saginaw, MI, with a 1,050-square-foot mural. Though he passed away in Saginaw in 2011, almost 50 years after he was first elected as mayor in 1967, Marsh’s legacy as a World War II veteran and civil rights advocate … Continue reading “The First Black Mayor Of Saginaw To Be Honored With A 1,050-Square-Foot Mural”
Teyana Taylor is shutting down rumors about her relationship status with Iman Shumpert by confirming her separation from the NBA star. The married couple of seven years have been separated for “a while,” as Taylor shared to her Instagram on Sept. 17. Follow us on Instagram…Powered By ADNG.NG free ads A post shared … Continue reading “Teyana Taylor Confirms Split From Iman Shumpert After Infidelity Rumors Swirl”
StatusPRO Inc., a sports technology and gaming company that uses real-time data, has announced the upcoming release of its latest immersive VR game, NFL PRO ERA II. The game is the much-anticipated sequel to NFL PRO ERA, released last year and quickly became the fastest-selling sports title ever in VR gaming. According to a StatusPRO … Continue reading “Unleashing Thrills: New NFL PRO ERA II VR Game Set For Release With Enhanced Features”
On September 14, Universal Music Group (UMG) launched an HBCU scholarship program for aspiring doctors through a new initiative called Task Force for Meaningful Change (TFMC). Focusing on forming new opportunities that will widen the scope of Black practitioners, the program is slated to work with the Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C., … Continue reading “Universal Music Group Launches Scholarship Program At HBCU Medical Schools To Foster Opportunities For Black Practitioners”
Allyson Felix knows a thing or two about quality performance footwear. The Olympic track star and mom recently launched the Felix Runner shoe under her Saysh brand. It’s giving comfort and performance all in one, according to Shoppe Black. Felix’s shoe is unlike others, which are often structured based on men’s feet. Shoppe Black noted … Continue reading “Olympian Allyson Felix Hits Ground Running With New Felix Runner Performance Shoe”
Beginning Monday, September 17, people arrested for crimes in Illinois won’t have to worry about paying cash bail to be released from jail. As the first U.S. State to do so, the elimination of cash bail was met with support and opposition from those on the front line of the change. Under the Pretrial Fairness … Continue reading “In Historic Move, Illinois Says Goodbye To Cash Bail For Some”
Former NFL running back Warrick Dunn surprised a single mother and her daughter with their first home. As reported by WAFB, this week Dunn’s charity, Warrick Dunn Charities, teamed up with Habitat for Humanity and Catholic High School to build a house for mother-daughter duo Dominique and Miracle in Dunn’s hometown of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. … Continue reading “Ex-NFL Star Warrick Dunn Surprises Baton Rouge Single Mother With Fully Furnished New Home”
The Chicago Bears have announced its defensive coordinator Alan Williams resigned Wednesday, taking a step back from football. ESPN reports Williams, 53, who was hired in February 2022, has been away from the team since last week for what the team classified as personal reasons. The details surrounding Williams’ leave have been vague, and many are … Continue reading “Chicago Bears Defensive Coordinator Alan Williams Resigns For ‘Personal Reasons’”
Louisiana State University (LSU) Tigers football star Greg Brooks Jr. successfully underwent an emergency surgery to remove a brain tumor on Wednesday, September 20. Follow us on Instagram…Powered By ADNG.NG free ads A post shared by LSU Football (@lsufootball) After being ruled “out indefinitely” by the school’s head football coach, Brian Kelly, due to … Continue reading “LSU Safety Greg Brooks Jr. Has Successful Surgery To Remove Brain Tumor”
The WorldLink Truck Driving Academy is the only Black woman-owned trucking institution in Arkansas. And now, owner Gladys Godley and her husband, Gary, are teaming up with a local HBCU in order to diversify the industry and provide employment opportunities to Black students. In partnership with the Arkansas Baptist College Adult Education program, the Godleys … Continue reading “Arkansas Black-Owned Trucking Academy Partners With HBCU To Recruit Students For Employment”