Category : Forum Talk

IL House Speaker launches Black Excellence in Bleu: Celebrating first African American Speakers and those to come

Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Michigan House Speaker Joe Tate are doing more than hosting one of the biggest DNC parties of the year. They are also bringing together Speakers from across the country to party with a purpose–...

Bronny James Breaks Into the NBA as a Multimillionaire from NIL Deals Made In High School

In a historic move for the NBA, Bronny James, the 19-year-old son of superstar LeBron James, has signed a multi-year, guaranteed deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. HOUSTON, TX – MARCH 28: Bronny James #6 of McDonald’s All American Boys...

The Black Ballot: NAACP President & CEO Derrick Johnson Commemorat

President & CEO of the NAACP Derrick Johnson speaks at the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., on May 17, 2024, before an address by President Joe Biden. | Source: ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS / Getty The...

21 vintage photos show how desperate and desolate America looked during the Great Depression

Economy 21 vintage photos show how desperate and desolate America looked during th...

Simone Biles: Why Isn’t She Earning Money from USA Gymnastics?

As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, the world watches with bated breath to see if Simone Biles, one of the greatest gymnasts of all time, will bring home the gold. All the buzz around Biles, who withdrew from five event finals at the 2021 Tokyo...

‘I’m Here to Get Money’: Snoop Dogg on Securing the Best Endorsement Deals

Snoop Dogg explains how he often gets the better end of a deal when brands seek his endorsement. NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – AUGUST 28: Snoop Dogg attends the 2022 MTV VMAs at Prudential Center on August 28, 2022 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by J...

Biden, Democrats raise $264 million in 2nd quarter, seek to calm post-debate anxieties

WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden ‘s reelection campaign and the Democratic National Committee reported raising $264 million in the year’s second quarter, an impressive haul that may help them calm fears within their own party about last week’s shaky...

Tiffany Cross Charges the Black Community to Expand Their Imagination This Presidential Election Season

The first presidential debate of 2024 was a tremendously stark moment of reflection for the American people. From Black media exclusion and policy fumbles, the outcome of the debate consequentially forced us to reckon with a great deal of what was pr...

Did Wendy Williams’ Friend Accuse the Former Talk Show Host’s Guardian of Stealing $55M?

Wendy Williams’ reportedly tough financial situation is allegedly a result of her being tricked by her guardian, according to an affidavit filed by her longtime friend Regina Schell. NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 23: Wendy Williams is seen out...

Nia Long Shares Money Moves to Set Her Sons Up for Financial Success

Nia Long has taken on the role of a financial manager for her two sons. During the American Black Film Festival, she shared her financial strategies in a discussion with Ally Bank. In the panel titled “Money and Mindfulness: A Conversation...

CERT Program

The CERT certification collaborative is thrilled to announce an exciting new development in our commitment to supporting small, women, and minority-owned business enterprises. Following a Request for Proposals process last fall, Strong & Starl...

Derek Jeter’s Kalamazoo Childhood Home Sells For $290K Days After Being Listed

The childhood home of Baseball Hall of Famer Derek Jeter was recently sold. According to Realtor, the Kalamazoo residence is pending a sale for $290,900 just five days after being placed on the market. NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 09: Bas...

Will, Jada, and the Smith Squad: How Each Member Earns Millions

The Smith family — Will, Jada Pinkett, Willow, Jaden, Trey — is known for their entrepreneurial spirit and diverse income streams, having carved out a variety of successful ventures across different industries. Here’s a look at how each of the...

‘What the hell is a Black job?!’: Making sense of Trump and Biden’s debate spar over Black voters

Black voters’ concerns made it to the primetime stage during Thursday night’s presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. But following the four-minute exchange on issues concerning millions of Black Americans,...

Sha’Carri Richardson on Fast Track to Olympic Glory and Lucrative Career

Track star Sha’Carri Richardson’s ascent in the world of athletics is nothing short of meteoric and is setting up the Dallas native for a lucrative career as an athlete. Gearing up for her first Olympics, she hopes her tremendous speed c...