Angel Reese Is Investing in Chicago’s Youth with New Basketball Court
Angel Reese is building more than a basketball legacy. The Chicago Sky star and Cash App have partnered once again, this time giving Chicago something lasting to celebrate — a brand-new community basketball court at Oakwood Beach.
Detroit High School Honors 104-Year-Old Julia Esaw, One of Its First Black Graduates
At Cass Technical High School’s graduation in Detroit this month, 104-year-old alumna Julia Esaw returned to be honored by her alma mater. A proud member of the Class of 1939, Esaw was one of just six Black students in her class.
Brandy and Monica Reunite for ‘The Boy Is Mine’ Tour
It’s one of the most iconic moments in ‘90s R&B history when Brandy and Monica teamed up in 1998 to release “The Boy Is Mine.” Now, 25 years later, the long-awaited moment fans have been hoping for is finally here. On Tuesday, the two Grammy-winning artists announced their first-ever co-headlining tour, The Boy Is Mine Tour, live on CBS Mornings.
Grandson Surprises His 80-Year-Old Grandmother as the Pilot on Her Flight
After a weekend celebration filled with love to celebrate her 80th birthday, one grandmother was met with the best surprise as she boarded her flight from South Carolina en route to her home in New York. As she boarded the plane, she was greeted by a familiar voice. Standing there in full uniform, extending his hand, was her 28-year-old grandson, Justin Thompson, ready to fly her home as the captain of the flight.
Actress Marla Gibbs to Release New Memoir at 94
For decades, Marla Gibbs has been a beloved television icon. The Emmy-nominated, NAACP Image Award-winning actress is best known for her unforgettable roles as Florence on The Jeffersons and Mary on 227. Now, at 94 years old, she’s getting ready to share her remarkable journey in her debut memoir.
Jalen Hurts Adds “Author” to Resume with Debut Children’s Book
Fresh off a Super Bowl win earlier this year, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is picking up and pen and stepping into a new arena: children’s literature. Hurts just announced his debut picture book, Better Than a Touchdown, in an inspiring video filmed from the library of Tice Elementary School in his hometown of Houston. “This has been a cherished […]
Meet the Founder Behind This Video-First Food Delivery App
Black men in STEM, stand up! There’s a viral trend making the rounds on TikTok where women are putting their loved ones in the spotlight and we’re here for it. The setup is simple but brilliant. One person lets viewers know that their loved one has something to share, and that they better not be […]
Tristan Mack Wilds and Greg Cally Announce Michael K. Williams Creative Fellowship to Honor the Late Actor’s Legacy
Actor and musician Tristan Mack Wilds and director Greg Cally are teaming up to honor the late, great Michael K. Williams with a new creative initiative. The duo announced the launch of the Michael K. Williams Creative Fellowship, a program dedicated to preserving the Emmy-nominated actor’s life, legacy, and lasting cultural influence.
Debbie Allen To Receive Honorary Oscar at This Year’s Governors Awards
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that Debbie Allen will receive an Honorary Oscar at this year’s Governors Awards — and it’s a long-overdue honor for the trailblazing artist whose work has shaped generations.
Charles B. Rangel, Longtime Harlem Congressman, Has Joined the Ancestors
Charles Rangel, the longtime New York congressman and trailblazer for Harlem, passed away Monday at the age of 94, according to The City College of New York. A founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus and the last surviving member of Harlem’s influential “Gang of Four,” Rangel served nearly five decades in office.