Written by Tyler Perry has some Black women upset, once again. The media billionaire made an appearance on the Season 2 premiere of the Keep It Positive podcast, hosted by Tyler Perry’s Sistas star, Crystal Renee Hayslett. In a clip that has now gone viral, Perry spoke about Black women being the breadwinner in some instances and … Continue reading “Tyler Perry Sparks Social Media Debate About Black Women Being Breadwinners”
Ice Cube ethered Elon Musk after the owner of Twitter/X posted a meme captioned, “This is Ice Cube now, feel old yet?” with a picture of the rapper next to a glass of water. Oshea Jackson Sr. responded by quoting Musk’s tweet with a picture of the old Twitter logo with a picture of a … Continue reading “Ice Cube Ethers Elon Musk In Twitter/X Meme Battle”
The “Bayou Barbie” is part of Time Magazine’s 100 Next list for 2023, and WNBA star Candace Parker had great things to say. Angel Reese was praised by Parker, who wrote the LSU forward’s blurb. “She’s ripping the sport open and tearing back the layers. Basketball is about work, effort, and energy, and Angel always brings … Continue reading “Candace Parker Gives Props To Angel Reese In ‘TIME100 Next’ Blurb”
Two associates of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James have been named in unredacted federal documents related to the 2013 Biogenesis doping Investigation. Deadspin reports James’ friend and business manager, Ernest Mims, and trainer David Alexander, who worked with James in the past, were named in documents as clients of the now-defunct rejuvenation clinic Biogenesis of America. … Continue reading “LeBron James’ Associates Named In Biogenesis Doping Investigation Documents”
A state judge in Georgia has denied the prosecutors’ request to consolidate all 19 defendants for the Georgia 2020 election interference case scheduled for next month. On Thursday, Sept. 14, Fulton County Superior Judge Scott McAfee rejected a request from the prosecutors in a case relating to 2020 election interference in the State of Georgia. … Continue reading “Georgia County Judge Rules Trump And Co-Defendants Cannot All Be Tried At Once”
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson recently encouraged Americans not to avoid confronting uncomfortable truths about the history of violence against Black Americans. While on hand to memorialize the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, Justice Jackson, the first Black woman to serve on America’s highest Court, stressed that Americans have … Continue reading “Justice Jackson Reminds Alabama That History Cannot Be Whitewashed”
The California-based non-profit Prison From The Inside Out is bridging the gap between people in prison and those in the community, says the organization’s founder and executive director. Prison From The Inside Out offers the incarcerated community a platform to share their stories, accept responsibility for their actions, as well as mentor others. Led by … Continue reading “Prison From The Inside Out: Bridging Inmates To Society, Founder Porshe Taylor Shares Vision”
Alabama mourned on the 60th Anniversary of the 1963 Birmingham Church Bombing that took the lives of four innocent Black girls. On Friday, September 15, a remembrance was held at the 16th Street Baptist Church to stand in solidarity with those still affected by the tragedy that occurred during the Civil Rights Movement. The first … Continue reading “Birmingham Has Day Of Remembrance For 1963 Church Bombing Anniversary”
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”
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”