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Scarface ‘Grateful’ After Undergoing Open-Heart Surgery

The 2025 Grandmaster Awards took place on Oct. 5 in Las Vegas where Grandmaster Caz, Kool Moe Dee, and Roxanne Shanté were honored. In attendance at the ceremony was last year’s recipient, Brad Jordan, known to the hip-hop world as Scarface, and on his social media profile, he revealed his recent surgery and an update… Continue reading Scarface ‘Grateful’ After Undergoing Open-Heart Surgery

Jemele Hill To Debut New Podcast ‘SPOLITICS’

iHeartPodcasts and Jemele Hill Team Up for New Sports and Political Podcast “SPOLITICS”   In the new podcast series, Hill will explore the intersection between sports, race, gender, sexuality and culture   Special guests will include Sports Personality Dan Le Batard, Former NFL Star Lesean McCoy, Michigan Lt. Gov Garlin Gilchrist, Reddit Founder Alexis Ohanian… Continue reading Jemele Hill To Debut New Podcast ‘SPOLITICS’

ESSENCE Brings On Michele Ghee as Chief Content Officer

ESSENCE Welcomes Veteran Media Executive Michele Ghee as Chief Content Officer and Engaged in Talks to Acquire Expectant Media NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Essence Ventures, the parent company of ESSENCE Communications, Inc., today, announces Michele Ghee as Chief Content Officer, underscoring the company’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the New General Market. In this role,… Continue reading ESSENCE Brings On Michele Ghee as Chief Content Officer

Nike To Release Deion Sanders’ Air Diamond Turf Max ’96

A Nike sneaker that NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders wore while he was playing with the Atlanta Falcons is returning to stores in November. According to Footwear News, Nike is releasing the sneakers “Coach Prime” ran his plays in during his time with the NFL team (1989-1993), the Nike Air DT Max ’96. The… Continue reading Nike To Release Deion Sanders’ Air Diamond Turf Max ’96

Sir Davis Official Whiskey Sponsor For Clark Atlanta University Panhell Alumni 25th Anniversary Celebration

Moët Hennessy to Feature Sir Davis Whiskey and Veuve Clicquot at Exclusive Divine 9 Alumni Event ATLANTA, Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Moët Hennessy USA proudly announces its sponsorship of the Clark Atlanta University Panhellenic Council ’99 Alumni 25th Year Anniversary Tailgate Experience, taking place on October 19, 2024, during the university’s Homecoming Football Game. This… Continue reading Sir Davis Official Whiskey Sponsor For Clark Atlanta University Panhell Alumni 25th Anniversary Celebration

Will Atlanta Be Awarded Super Bowl LXII In 2028?

They don’t call it Hotlanta for nothing! Not only is it to describe the heat that Georgians feel in the city, but, it’s becoming the cultural hub for everything dealing with entertainment, conventions, and sports. The city is rumored to be gearing up to be awarded the 2028 Super Bowl. According to Sports Business Journal,… Continue reading Will Atlanta Be Awarded Super Bowl LXII In 2028?

Lawsuit Filed Against Deshaun Watson Settled

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was previously suspended 11 games and fined $5 million in 2022 after multiple allegations of sexual misconduct by 22 women who provided massages during his time with the Houston Texans. On Sept. 9, another lawsuit was filed against the quarterback by a woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her… Continue reading Lawsuit Filed Against Deshaun Watson Settled

My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Evil Dee

My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Evil Dee Da Beatminerz was a responsible party and some may consider one of the architects of the backpack movement in Hip-Hop back in the 90s when that term was placed on a certain brand of emcees. The sounds, the mindset, and the attitude of the movement were… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Evil Dee

LeBron And Bronny James Become First Father-Son Duo In NBA History To Play On Same Team In Same Game

Adding to his legacy, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has made history once again by becoming the first father to lace up his sneakers and join his son on an NBA court on Oct. 6. NBA.com reported that the wish that LeBon has been clamoring for several years took place at Acrisure Arena when… Continue reading LeBron And Bronny James Become First Father-Son Duo In NBA History To Play On Same Team In Same Game

Otis Redding Posthumously Honored with Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Otis Redding Honored with Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Posthumously  October 7, 2024 (Los Angeles, CA) – On Friday, October 4, 2024, legendary singer and songwriter, Otis Redding, was posthumously honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The unveiling ceremony took place at 6150 Hollywood Boulevard, where the late artist’s… Continue reading Otis Redding Posthumously Honored with Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Kevin Hunter Alleges Wendy Williams Hid $48M During Divorce, Demands That Judgment Be Vacated

As former talk show host Wendy Williams continues her recovery from health issues, her former husband, Kevin Hunter is demanding that a court “vacate and set aside” the final divorce judgment granted “based on fraud, misrepresentation, and misconduct.” According to The U.S. Sun, Hunter is alleging fraud based on financial documents submitted in 2019 during… Continue reading Kevin Hunter Alleges Wendy Williams Hid $48M During Divorce, Demands That Judgment Be Vacated

My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Keith Perrin

The acronym FUBU worked its way into our vocabulary back in 1992 and stood as the basis for Black-owned businesses catering to Black businesses. For Us By Us still is a call to arms for Black entrepreneurs to make their way to success. I am in no way saying that the blueprint that the founders… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Keith Perrin

Flavor Flav Auctions Trademark Clock At Black Music Action Coalition Gala

The Black Music Action Coalition held an event on Oct. 3 in Beverly Hills and unexpectedly, former Public Enemy group member Flavor Flav placed his trademark signature clock up for auction. According to Billboard, the Long Island-bred entertainer put up his clock to help raise money for the organization. The former reality TV star jumped… Continue reading Flavor Flav Auctions Trademark Clock At Black Music Action Coalition Gala

adidas Cornerstone Community & Premium Goods Honor Houston Car Culture With PG x CAMPUS ‘00 Release

adidas Cornerstone Community & Premium Goods Honor Houston Car Culture With PG x CAMPUS ‘00 Release Brought to Life with Car Show Launch Event     (Portland, OR) — adidas Cornerstone Community is once again partnering with the USA’s first Black woman owned sneaker boutique, Premium Goods, this time to release a limited-edition, collaborative Campus ‘00 silhouette. Showing out for Houston, where Premium… Continue reading adidas Cornerstone Community & Premium Goods Honor Houston Car Culture With PG x CAMPUS ‘00 Release

Floyd Mayweather Purchases Watch Collection For $1M

With a nickname like “Money Floyd,” the expectation of making expensive purchases comes with the moniker. Retired undefeated boxer Floyd Mayweather held up his bargain when he reportedly purchased four luxury timepieces for one million dollars. Mayweather posted a video to his social media account showing off the very expensive watches. He became the first… Continue reading Floyd Mayweather Purchases Watch Collection For $1M

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