By Toter

by Toter - 1 week ago

Chicken Wing Smuggling Case Lands Prison Officer In Hot Water

Amos Nyanway, a Texas corrections officer, is under scrutiny for allegedly running a covert fast-food scheme within the Travis County Jail, reportedly charging inmates an eye-popping $6 per chicken wing. This shocking case certainly raises questions! Nyanway aimed to exploit a gap in the prison mark...

by Toter - 1 week ago

Xavier Smalls Is Shaping His Own Filmmaking Path

Xavier Smalls did not initially aspire to pursue acting. While enrolled at Sacramento State, the Sacramento local aimed for a career in orthodontics until an acting class, taken for extra credit, changed his trajectory.“I was extremely nervous,” Smalls shared, reminiscing about his inaugural perform...

by Toter - 1 week ago

Revive Progress: The Shutdown Needs To Stop ASAP

"We are executing a significant reversal. Can we truly be a thriving and productive community if a substantial portion of our population lacks insurance?" – Kathy Hempstead, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. As the government shutdown persists, families, workers, and communities nationwide endure seve...

by Toter - 1 week ago

Taste of Soul Has Been A Special Community Hit For 20 Years

For two decades, the Taste of Soul festival has celebrated food, music, and community spirit along Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles. This year’s event, held on October 18, held heightened significance as the intersection of Crenshaw and Obama boulevards was officially named Danny J. Bakewell Sr. Sq...

by Toter - 1 week ago

Singer D’Angelo's Death Sheds Light on Pancreatic Cancer And Black Men

A pioneer in neo-soul music and an iconic figure of allure, D’Angelo captivated audiences not only with his stunning visuals—his chiseled physique showcased in the provocative “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” video—but also with his smooth falsetto, often celebrated as one of the finest in music histor...

by Toter - 1 week ago

How Black People At Work Deal With Hot Temperatures

As global temperatures rise, the spotlight on extreme heat and its impact on workplace safety has intensified, especially in government discussions. Instances like postal workers succumbing to heat distress during blistering conditions highlight the dire consequences, yet the broader implications of...

by Toter - 1 week ago

Rev. Valerie Thompson Pioneers Change

In a significant milestone indicating a transformative era for one of the oldest Black denominations in the United States, Rev. Dr. Valerie Thompson has been appointed as the chief of staff for the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. (NBC). This crucial appointment symbolizes a meaningful advance...

by Toter - 2 weeks ago

Why a California Scholarship for Black Students Welcomes White Applicants

On September 22, 2025, students meandered through the campus of UC San Diego. Following a lawsuit from students and a conservative nonprofit regarding discrimination, the Black Alumni Scholarship Fund is now accessible to all races. The plaintiffs claimed that the fund breached laws, including the K...

by Toter - 2 weeks ago

Fans Analyze Kam Jones Video Looking For Clues About Arrest Circumstances

Indiana Pacers rookie point guard Kam Jones honed his skills over four years at Marquette under Shaka Smart, eventually being selected as the 38th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. However, as the season commences, the 6-foot-5 Jones finds himself in a troubling situation following an arrest after...

by Toter - 2 weeks ago

Nicolas Soares Captured In Kenya For Connection To 2010 Murder

Nicolas Soares, a suspect in a 2010 murder case in Miami, has been apprehended in Kenya after evading capture for over a decade. While local authorities in Kenya concentrated on combating crime, Soares managed to evade U.S. Marshals effectively. As of Wednesday, the 34-year-old was booked into a Mia...