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GRIZZLIES: Ja Morant is happy, says ‘a happy Ja is a scary Ja’

“A happy Ja is a scary Ja.” That was said by Ja Morant after he was asked how his mental health was doing. Ja Morant has become the forgotten superstar among the talking heads this past season. Morant said, “I am the happiest I have ever...

After Undermining Black New Yorkers Mayor Adams Now Playing Race Card As Criminal Prosecution Nears

By Colin Benjamin Photos: YouTube Screenshots After becoming the first sitting Mayor of New York City to be indicted on criminal charges, Eric Adams, who used to call himself “the Biden of Brooklyn,” insinuated he was being targeted by the Bid...

Black operatives criticize Harris campaign spending

Black Democratic operatives and minority-owned firms are raising alarms over spending practices in Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign. They accuse the campaign of favoring white-owned vendors while sidelining Black-owned firms. The c...

Closing arguments expected in trial of 3 former Memphis officers charged in Tyre Nichols’ death

By ADRIAN SAINZ Associated Press Closing arguments were expected Tuesday in the federal trial of three former Memphis police officers charged with violating Tyre Nichols’ civil rights in a beating that proved fatal following a 2023 traffic stop...

Governor Hochul Says New Yorkers’ Confidence In Mayor Adams Is “Wavering”

By Rebecca C. Lewis\City & State Photos: YouTube Screenshots Gov. Kathy Hochul addressed New York City reporters for the first time on Monday since New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted last week. She confirmed that she spoke to the...

T.i. and Tiny win major lawsuit, $71 million awarded for intellectual property

Rapper T.I. and singer Tameka “Tiny” Harris have emerged victorious in a major lawsuit against toy company MGA Entertainment, securing a $71 million judgment. The couple, alongside their music group OMG Girlz, accused MGA of violating their intellect...

National crime rates show significant decline

The latest FBI data on Monday, September 23, 2024, revealed a significant drop in national crime rates from 2022 to 2023, contradicting widespread public perception of a crime wave.& According to the FBI’s annual “Summary of Crime in the Nation,”...

Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah killed in Israeli airstrike

By Mireille Rebeiz, Dickinson College A picture of the secretary-general of Hezbollah Hassan Nasrallah is seen among the rubble following an Israeli air strike. Str-/picture alliance via Getty Images Israel has killed the leader of the militant group...

Hundreds turn out for renaming of “8Ball Boulevard & MJG Avenue” to honor rap duo

The honorary naming of Park Avenue and Airways Boulevard after two pioneers of Memphis rap was set to start at 2 p.m. But like many a rap concert . . . let’s just say it took a little while for the ceremony to get underway. But when it did, Ora...

Hurricane Helene causes widespread power outages

Strong winds from Hurricane Helene, one of the most powerful storms to hit the Southeast, flooded roads and cut power in multiple states. AP Photo/Mike Carlson Hurricane Helene left more than 4 million homes and businesses in the dark across Florida,...

Memphis Tigers get back on track with 24-7 win over MTSU

The University of Memphis returned to Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium looking to get back on track after last week’s loss to the Navy Midshipmen. The Tigers found their rhythm with a 24-7 win over the Middle Tennessee State Blue Raiders in front...

NYC Voters Distrust Mayor Eric Adams And Think He Prioritizes His Interests Over Everyday New Yorkers

By Isa Alomran And Rob Todaro\Data Progress Photos: YouTube Screenshots A new Data for Progress survey, in conjunction with No Power Grab NYC and commissioned by New Yorkers Defending Democracy, examined 1,421 New York City likely voters’ perc...

Maggiano’s Italian restaurant: A delightful culinary experience

I have been to “Maggiano’s” Italian restaurant several times for the delicious food, service, and cleanliness. They have an outdoor seating with plenty of shade and privacy. Located at Kenwood Towne Centre 7875 Montgomery Road near the Kenwood Town M...

Mayor Eric Adams Is Already Guilty—Of Betraying Black New York Voters

Black Star News Editorial Photos: YouTube Screenshots Mayor Eric Adams made dubious history on Thursday when he was indicted by the federal government on bribery and campaign finance offenses. Whether Adams is guilty of those charges remains t...

On housing and hope: Beyond rent – building trust, transparency and community partnerships

By Daphney ThomasBlack Dove PropertiesCommunity Impact Solutions& One of the most impactful moments in my work in affordable housing came during a trauma-informed initiative we led locally. In one of the resident interviews, a tenant expressed a...