by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Hip-hop legend Angie Stone shared stark revelations before her untimely death. In her media posts, she unveiled shocking industry practices and personal battles affecting her career. Tragically, she died at 63 in a car accident. Stone's legacy includes exposing financial injustices and industry mani...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
CBS’s new soap opera Beyond the Gates brings a prestigious Black family to daytime TV at a time when DEI programs are under attack. Executive Producer Michele Val Jean and NAACP/CBS Studios President Sheila Ducksworth highlight the significance of authentic Black storytelling in mainstream media. #B...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Fayetteville, NC, excels in Black-owned businesses, leading regionally and nationally with 480 enterprises, 10% of total. Despite economic barriers, systemic racism hinders full market participation for Black Americans. DEI initiatives face challenges due to insufficient Black history education. Pro...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
"This vineyard is more than just vines; it's a historical treasure," said Hakemia Jackson. Nestled in Stonecrest, Tim Starks' Arabia Mountain Vineyard celebrates Black heritage. Starks, inspired by Napa Valley, transformed the land into a flourishing vineyard, honoring ancestral roots. Their journey...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
South Hampton K-8 students excel in STEM, winning Alabama's Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2024-25. Their Hygiene Hub project, transforming donated clothes into hygiene products, tackles period poverty and diaper insecurity. With a $12,000 prize, they aim for $100,000 nationally. Empowering education fo...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
BY KIM CHANDLER | Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama Governor Kay Ivey commuted Robin “Rocky” Myers’s death sentence to life imprisonment, citing doubts about his guilt. Despite supporting the death penalty, Ivey respected the 1994 jury's life sentence recommendation. Myers, convicted of L...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Birmingham’s Carver Theatre recently hosted a lively Jazz Jam Session featuring an All-Star High School Sextet. Collaborating with the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, local students and musicians like José Carr performed, fostering friendships. Schools in Montgomery and Birmingham participated, hi...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Hazel Dukes, 92, lifelong civil rights advocate and New York NAACP president, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. Celebrated for her tireless fight for equality, she received the Spingarn Medal in 2023. Dukes paved the way for Black women in politics and was honored by leaders nationwide,...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Carolyn Bailey Champion, community leader and civil rights advocate, has passed away. She managed Dr. Champion’s Pharmacy and was the daughter of the Lorraine Motel's original owners, now part of the Civil Rights Museum. Family honored her impactful legacy online: “We mourn...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
(CNN) — Zoe Saldaña dedicated her Oscar to her late grandmother, celebrating her best supporting actress win for "Emilia Pérez" at the 97th Annual Academy Awards. Proudly representing her Dominican heritage, Saldaña acknowledged her immigrant roots and expressed gratitude to her family, team, and su...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
(Special to The Dallas Examiner) – Legendary NBA icon Julius “Dr. J” Erving will headline the 25th-Annual Destiny Award Luncheon benefiting St. Philip’s School on March 6 at Hilton Anatole. Mona and David Munson Humanitarian Award honors Rozene and Charley Pride. Funds support education and communi...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Texas Senator Brandon Creighton introduced Senate Bills 12 and 1565, targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in public schools. The proposed bills, following Governor Abbott's endorsement, aim to restrict DEI initiatives, affecting hiring, policies, and curriculum. Parents can challenge DEI...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
The music world mourns Angie Stone's tragic death at 63 in Montgomery. Fans and artists reflect on her $3 million net worth, amassed through music, acting, and business. Concerns over unregistered songs and lost royalties emerged before her passing. Stone's legacy in neo-soul and her impact on R&B r...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
Former Arizona State's Cam Skattebo shone at the 2025 NFL Combine, excelling in the vertical jump despite personal challenges. He faces a $300,000 lawsuit for alleged negligence in a golf cart accident. Yet, his impressive season stats and Peach Bowl performance confirm his status as a top draft pro...
by Toter - 3 weeks ago
(CNN) — As the Oscars approach, Conan O’Brien prepares to host, with Netflix's "Emilia Pérez" leading nominations despite controversies. "The Brutalist" and "Wicked" also compete fiercely. The star-studded event, featuring performances by Erivo, Grande, and Doja Cat, airs live from the Dolby Theatre...
