The self-proclaimed G.O.A.T. (Greatest of all time) of hip-hop, LL Cool J has stated that he is “the most important rapper that ever existed.” Legendary Def Jam recording artist James Todd Smith, who uses the moniker LL Cool J, appeared on a recent podcast, Apple Music’s Le Code, on Nov. 29 to discuss his current project, “The FORCE,” with Mehdi… Continue reading LL Cool J Feels He ‘Is The Most Important Rapper That Ever Existed’
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Wilberforce University Becomes First HBCU To Be Sponsored By AND1
AND1 and Wilberforce University have collaborated for a partnership that will see the educational institution receive $100,000 in sporting gear. The oldest HBCU (historically Black private college and university) in the nation, Wilberforce University has garnered AND1’s first official sponsorship of an HBCU athletic program. The popular streetwear company was on campus to give the… Continue reading Wilberforce University Becomes First HBCU To Be Sponsored By AND1
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Russell Westbrook Connects With Echo to Launch Oklahoma City-Based Sports & Entertainment Platform
Russell Westbrook, NBA MVP, Entrepreneur, fashion icon, and global ambassador has joined forces with Christian Kanady, Founding Partner of Echo, a multi-strategy investment firm, on an eight-figure investment platform to energize Oklahoma City’s sports and entertainment industries. Through Russell Westbrook Enterprises (RWE)’s anchor investment in Echo’s Sports & Entertainment platform, Westbrook and Kanady will focus… Continue reading Russell Westbrook Connects With Echo to Launch Oklahoma City-Based Sports & Entertainment Platform
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BIG3’s Eighth Season Tips Off on CBS on June 14, 2025
BIG3’s Eighth Season Tips Off on June 14, 2025, Live on CBS, Capped off with Back-to-Back Weekends of Playoff Action LOS ANGELES – November 26, 2024 — The BIG3 announced that the league will return to CBS for the sixth consecutive year of fast-paced and competitive 3-on-3 basketball with an expanded 11-week season. BIG3 action… Continue reading BIG3’s Eighth Season Tips Off on CBS on June 14, 2025
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Morgan Tuck Promoted To General Manager of WNBA Franchise Connecticut Sun
Former Connecticut Sun player Morgan Tuck has just been promoted to the new General Manager for the WNBA franchise. The team announced the move as she rose from her previous position as Assistant General Manager of the Connecticut Sun. She is taking over from Darius Taylor, who has been in that position since 2022, as… Continue reading Morgan Tuck Promoted To General Manager of WNBA Franchise Connecticut Sun
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BEL-AIR Renewed For Fourth and Final Season
PEACOCK’S FAN-FAVORITE DRAMA SERIES BEL-AIR RENEWED FOR FOURTH AND FINAL SEASON View this post on Instagram A post shared by Peacock (@peacock) Series Comes From Westbrook Studios and Universal Television Peacock’s fan-favorite drama series BEL-AIR has been renewed for a fourth and final season. Set in modern-day Los Angeles, BEL-AIR reimagines the iconic culture-defining ‘90s sitcom The Fresh Prince… Continue reading BEL-AIR Renewed For Fourth and Final Season
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Cam’ron Covers Black Enterprise
FAMED ENTREPRENEUR CAM’RON GRACES THE LATEST BLACK ENTERPRISE COVER Celebrated Business Mogul and Sports Personality Reflects on Betting on Himself and Building an Empire [Harlem, NY] — Iconic entrepreneur and sports personality Cam’ron, is the face of the latest edition of Black Enterprise. In a captivating cover story, the Harlem native shares how his decision… Continue reading Cam’ron Covers Black Enterprise
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Randy Moss Prepares To Open Crisppi’s Chicken In Miami
Former NFL wide receiver Randy Moss will be opening a new restaurant in downtown Miami at the top of the upcoming new year. Moss, who played for over 13 seasons in the NFL has announced that he is opening Crisppi’s Chicken in Miami, Fla. on January 17, 2025. “Get ready, Miami! 🍗 Crisppi’s Chicken is… Continue reading Randy Moss Prepares To Open Crisppi’s Chicken In Miami
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Alabama A&M University Fires Football Head Coach
The head football coach of Alabama A&M University has been terminated after leading the team for the past seven seasons. According to The Associated Press, the announcement of Connell Maynor being fired came from Alabama A&M’s athletic director, Paul A. Bryant on Dec. 2. The football team ended this season with an even .500 record… Continue reading Alabama A&M University Fires Football Head Coach
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Aretha Franklin’s Old Detroit Home Restored After $2M Investment
In March 1994, Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin purchased a 5,623-square-foot home in Detroit. The Rose Estate was her second home, while her primary residence was located in Bloomfield Hills. As the singer got older and her health declined, the property did as well. After Franklin died in 2018, her estate sold the home for… Continue reading Aretha Franklin’s Old Detroit Home Restored After $2M Investment
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LeBron James’ The SpringHill Company Lost Almost $30M In 2023
A recent report reveals that LeBron James’ media outfit, The SpringHill Company has taken a sharp loss to the tune of nearly $30 million last year. The current pace has the entity losing millions this calendar year as well. According to Bloomberg, the company that LeBron co-owns with business partner Maverick Carter has reportedly never… Continue reading LeBron James’ The SpringHill Company Lost Almost $30M In 2023
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Zion Williamson Split From CAA Reveals Desire To Play With The New York Knicks
NBA player Zion Williamson was supposed to be the next superstar of the NBA, his career was supposed to rival that of a young LeBron James when he was originally drafted by the New Orleans Pelicans. Yet, another injury has sidelined his promising career once again. Outside of his latest injury, word has come out… Continue reading Zion Williamson Split From CAA Reveals Desire To Play With The New York Knicks
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My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Nubi The Ear Hustler
Nubi’s ties to the music industry go as far back as the 90s when she worked at Capitol Records and began establishing relationships with artists like Channel Live, Portrait, Luscious Jackson, and others. She began to reach out to friends who also had careers in the industry and started making herself available to shadow them… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Nubi The Ear Hustler
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San Antonio Will Host 2025 HBCU All-Star Basketball Games
San Antonio will be home to next year’s 2025 Men’s and Women’s HBCU All-Star Basketball Games when it takes place on Sunday, April 6. According to The San Antonio Observer, the all-star game, which will feature 48 of the top men and women basketball players from HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) will be played… Continue reading San Antonio Will Host 2025 HBCU All-Star Basketball Games
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Drake Takes Universal Music Group, Spotify To Court To Continue Battle With Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’
The Drake/Kendrick Lamar beef has been taken off the streets and landed in the courtroom. The Canadian recording artist has taken his label and a streaming service to court accusing them of inflating Lamar’s diss track against him, “Not Like Us.” According to Billboard, Aubrey Drake Graham filed paperwork against Universal Music Group (UMG) and… Continue reading Drake Takes Universal Music Group, Spotify To Court To Continue Battle With Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’
