by Toter - 2 months ago
A Mississippi church deacon is being celebrated as a "hero" after tragically losing his life while safeguarding others during a shooting at an Easter egg hunt. On April 12, Deacon Eddie Shed of Empowerment Ministries Christian Center in Gulfport was fatally shot amid a dispute involving 24-year-old...
by Toter - 2 months ago
This week, as New York's budget remains stalled, Governor Kathy Hochul seeks to reverse critical reforms that safeguard evidence access for individuals facing criminal charges. These 2019 reforms, known as Kalief’s Law, aim to prevent wrongful convictions and excessive pretrial detention, crucial fo...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Local law enforcement is collaborating with U.S. officials to extradite Jamaican national Orville Andrew Pernell, 32, sought for murder in Saint Lucia. Arrested in Savannah, Georgia, by ICE and ATF agents, Pernell previously escaped custody twice in Jamaica. He awaits extradition to face charges for...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Cincinnati Children’s warmly welcomes middle and high school students, along with their families, to engage in science and research at Discovery Day on Saturday, May 17. This complimentary event, hosted at 3333 Burnet Ave. from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., features interactive demonstrations, educational game...
by Toter - 2 months ago
The mother of a slain New York City postal worker criticized the leniency of a plea deal for her son’s killer, asserting that they will reoffend upon release. Prosecutors offered Jaia Cruz 15 years in exchange for a guilty plea related to Ray Hodge III’s murder during a deli dispute. Cruz's attack,...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Serena Williams and Taylor Swift, both icons in their fields, attended Super Bowl LIX on February 9, 2025, but did not meet. Williams surprised fans with a dance during Kendrick Lamar's halftime show, while Swift cheered for her boyfriend, Travis Kelce. Williams expressed dismay over the crowd booin...
by Toter - 2 months ago
In collaboration with the dReam Center Church of Atlanta and Kiss 104.1, 1-800-TruckWreck, supported by Witherite Law Group, distributed $50,000 worth of meals to Atlanta families. On Thursday, nearly 70 volunteers provided 550 Easter boxes filled with ham and sides, serving those in need and allevi...
by Toter - 2 months ago
(By Stacy M. Brown BlackPressUSA.com Senior National Correspondent) Michelle Obama is clearing the air and calling out the sexist double standards fueling rumors about her marriage.In part two of her appearance on the Work in Progress podcast with Sophia Bush, the former First Lady addressed rece...
by Toter - 2 months ago
A multifaceted alliance of healthcare experts greatly improves outcomes for pregnant women, particularly Black mothers who experience increased risks. Certified doula LaToshia Rouse highlights the indispensable support doulas offer during pregnancy and after childbirth. They educate families, champi...
by Toter - 2 months ago
An Indianapolis waitress was reportedly let go for allegedly stating that tipping was compulsory for a Black couple dining at Thaitanium. A viral clip showcases her serving a White family post-incident. The couple later verified her dismissal after speaking with the owner, who expressed sincere remo...
by Toter - 2 months ago
By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — On Tuesday, Major League Baseball commemorates Jackie Robinson's monumental legacy, coinciding with the 78th anniversary of his groundbreaking debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Robinson's achievements not only preceded military desegregation but als...
by Toter - 2 months ago
The mother of the teenager charged with fatally stabbing a Frisco ISD student during a recent track meet broke her silence this Thursday. Joined by the Next Generation Action Network, an advocacy organization, she expressed concerns over the harmful rumors and hostility directed at the Anthony famil...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Actress Holly Robinson Peete is engaging in political discourse. On April 16, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. held a press conference to discuss a CDC report revealing that one in 31 children were diagnosed with autism in 2022, up from one in 36 in 2020. Kennedy’s misguided...
by Toter - 2 months ago
(By Stacy M. Brown BlackPressUSA.com Senior National Correspondent) House Republicans pushed through a new budget plan Thursday that slashes crucial safety net programs like Medicaid and child nutrition assistance — all to help finance an extension of the 2017 Trump tax cuts.A recent estimate from C...
by Toter - 2 months ago
Matt Damon is back in the spotlight due to a career choice that continues to astonish Hollywood over ten years later: declining the lead in James Cameron’s 2009 sci-fi epic “Avatar.” In a recent interview, Damon humorously reflected on this missed opportunity, recalling his 2022 discussion with Came...